The most effective way I have found to prevent air accumulation in the strainer it to install a one-way flow valve between the strainer and the sea-chest. With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vesse

I am replacing mine within the next couple of weeks as I replace the entire VHF. Out of curiosity, what causes the VHF coax to fail? With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K

Perhaps some stuff related to weather forecasting and weather services? Chris Parker and Met Bob have always seemed very approachable. I attended a free Chris Parker seminar at the St Pete boat show.

It’s a very easy job – less than an hour. With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, French Polynesia www.creampuff.us From: main@AmelYachtO

I don’t see how the main seal is pressured by the thruster assembly? Nothing touches it when the bow thruster is in the up position. With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K

The sink plugs are somewhat standard. You can remove the drain assembly and replace it with a kit from any local hardware store. I opted for a nice stainless set with stainless mesh filters. With best

To all, We had constant issues with our bow thruster and a small amount of water coming in. I followed the directions for the service to the letter and for a few months it would be dry. Then, slowly t

Scott, Glad to hear you found your issues. Putting a water sensor on the tube is a GREAT idea! With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, Fr

Ryan and Kelly, Not powering up the instruments is an easy fix: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DC-DC-24V-to-12V-Step-Down-20A-240W-Converter-Car-Power-Supply-DC-module-UK/193576430199?hash=item2d120dea77:

Hi Kevin, The power to the radio goes through a 24-12 vdc convertor. In regard to the Fusion stereo: IMO good speakers but overprice radio/receiver (unless you plan to mount it outside). I would sugge

Kent, I think you mentioned in the past you use Growie Insurance and their Jack-line policy. Check with them for offshore medical plans. If I recall correctly they represent IMG. There are many option

Pat, I don’t know the sq ft but, I have always estimated 4 gallons for three coats. Also, I add an extra gallon for extra paint at the water-line and downward about one foot. Total: 5 gallons. With be

Porter, Thanks for that very kind safety net offer. I think I have this figured out. I am going to use a 1-1/2” hose barb and sand down the edges of the barb. I should then be able to warm the hose en

Hi Tom, I am in the process of ordering the part to make the manifold similar to the one Bill showed in Amel-Martinique. My concern is, the impossible to find hose barb is in very tight. If I damage i

I heard back from US Plastics. This fitting is not one they make. Also, not available from Banjo or McMaster. I am at a complete loss for this fitting. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Plastic 1

Thanks Tom. I send them a note seems I can’t find it on their site. I have also check the Banjo catalog and McMaster. Not much luck. With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K

I give up. Where does one buy a plastic 1¼” male pipe thread to a 35mm hose barb? With best regards, Mark Skipper Sailing Vessel - Cream Puff - SM2K - #275 Currently cruising - Tahiti, French Polynesi

Hi Bill, To prove your point. I have never used the seat cover for our Highfield. I really have no use for it and would have preferred it if they took $20 off the price of the dinghy and kept it. I gu

Hi Bill, Thanks. I do like the manifold made in Martinique. The only thing I would do differently is instead of the 90° elbow at the end, I would have a removable cap to enable access to the main pipe

I am looking for some ideas to redo the sea chest. I am pretty sure the unit I have is not factory since an additional water maker was added by the previous owner. Also, my current unit is polypropyle