Refitting Polonaise

Noah · October 12, 2021, 01:56:11 PM

Jon—where is this in relation to your starboard water tank?

Jon W · October 12, 2021, 03:17:17 PM

The "breadboard" is outboard of the aft end of the tank. First photo is during construction.

Second photo is current. The storage on top of the tank is for stuff I rarely need, but want on the boat. It's easily/quickly removable if needed. There's a foam pad in between the wood and plastic tank to avoid any chafing. FYI - I haven't needed to access the Echo Charger since installation. Same with the MPPT charge controllers so decided to better utilize the space. If I want to see the LED's, I lift the lid and look in the gap between the storage bin and lip of the sette.

waughoo · October 13, 2021, 08:59:55 PM

Thanks Jon. Ive seen your breadboard before but never knew how you set it up. Thanks for the clarification.

LogoFreak · October 17, 2021, 02:16:21 PM

Been working on a pedestal mount for my radar, it also has a place to mount the CAM210

KeelsonGraham · October 19, 2021, 05:57:47 AM

Why use a pedestal when you have a mast? You'll lose range and put the expensive kit down amongst spray and gear. Just askin.

LogoFreak · October 20, 2021, 10:22:53 PM

Cause it's a PITA to install it on the mast? And I already have a radar mast mounted on the stern. I'm only elevating it as well as I needed to change the bolt pattern for the new radar.

LogoFreak · February 16, 2022, 05:52:15 AM

Considering to change my prop to a feathering max-prop, any updated reviews from those who have one?

Jim Hardesty · February 16, 2022, 06:17:44 AM

QuoteConsidering to change my prop to a feathering max-prop, any updated reviews from those who have one?

I say it's the best sail change I've done. Bought my max-prop 20 years ago for a previous boat and moved it to Shamrock. Max-prop has been trouble free all that time with a seasonal lube. If I had to come up with a negative, except for the cost, believe it does have more prop walk due to the wide blades, but the wide blades do give a strong reverse. I have no problem maneuvering, just need to anticipate the prop walk.
I'd buy again,
Jim

LogoFreak · February 16, 2022, 06:24:39 AM

Thanks Jim! I'm surprised though about the prop walk, I would have thought that with all that extra thrust in reverse you'd get more rudder authority a lot quicker cancelling out the prop walk? I got a quote from PYI for just over $3k.

Gregory M · February 16, 2022, 04:56:39 PM

Anthony
Have you heard of "EWOL" props? here is a link https://ewol-propellers.com/e3-orion/
Year ago I got quote for it:
{it is a copy from my email}

"We have planned for an Andromeda version because the engine power allows to apply that model which is slightly cheaper than the Orion.
The Andromeda is a smaller version of the Orion propeller with exactly the same features, should you prefer the Orion version because even more robust, we have no problems.
The weight of the Andromeda is about 6.9 kgs, while the weight of the Orion is about 8.3 kgs
The price of the Andromeda is 2250 € discount 10% valid till Feb 5th
The price of the Orion is 2450 € discount 10% valid till Feb 5th
Shipment to Canada 130 € (any of the 2 models)"

I almost bought it, unfortunately could not proceed with order

( still want to).

waughoo · February 16, 2022, 05:06:13 PM

Gregory,

Never heard of an Ewol before!! Looks very similar in theory to the max prop. What drew you to that over the max prop?

Noah · February 16, 2022, 05:28:05 PM

I am still a fan of my 3-blade Flexofold. However, I have not tried anything other than this and a fixed OEM three-bladed on my C34.

LogoFreak · February 16, 2022, 05:44:06 PM

Quote from: Gregory M on February 16, 2022, 04:56:39 PM
Anthony
Have you heard of "EWOL" props? here is a link https://ewol-propellers.com/e3-orion/
Year ago I got quote for it:
{it is a copy from my email}

"We have planned for an Andromeda version because the engine power allows to apply that model which is slightly cheaper than the Orion.
The Andromeda is a smaller version of the Orion propeller with exactly the same features, should you prefer the Orion version because even more robust, we have no problems.
The weight of the Andromeda is about 6.9 kgs, while the weight of the Orion is about 8.3 kgs
The price of the Andromeda is 2250 € discount 10% valid till Feb 5th
The price of the Orion is 2450 € discount 10% valid till Feb 5th
Shipment to Canada 130 € (any of the 2 models)"

I almost bought it, unfortunately could not proceed with order ( still want to).

Very cool, but I'd like to find some reviews and see their long term longevity.

Gregory M · February 16, 2022, 08:04:09 PM

Quote from: waughoo on February 16, 2022, 05:06:13 PM
Gregory,

Never heard of an Ewol before!! Looks very similar in theory to the max prop. What drew you to that over the max prop?

Research. in one word. Basically it is same prop as max prop, but way improved!
First: one screw to adjust pitch, can be done in water! with alen key
Second: for rebuild, you get kit and do it your self.
Big two pluses IMHO.

Jim Hardesty · February 17, 2022, 05:46:30 AM

QuoteI would have thought that with all that extra thrust in reverse you'd get more rudder authority a lot quicker cancelling out the prop walk?

I've found that giving a burst of power in reverse then shifting to neutral is the way to go. Give it enough reverse power to get steerage (will get prop walk) then shift to neutral (no more prop walk). Only have prop walk while in gear even at idle get some.
It's a testament to the max-prop that I forward/reverse a lot to maneuver and never have had a problem with the prop.

Jim