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#16
Here's a photo of the new anchoring setup before splashing
#17
Thanks! I drilled the hole for the new windlass, which was an excessive 1inch a half of solid fibreglass and installed the new Lewmar V3. Upgraded the wiring, fuse and breaker.

I also installed an AutoAnchor chain counter which was pretty tricky to install. Had to run an extra 8 wires from the windlass to the pedestal, thru the 1-inch tubing. Now I can see exactly how much chain/rode is out and control it from the helm. Totally forgot to take pictures before flying to Canada for the Holidays, will back to the boat in Mexico in 2 weeks. Will take a few pictures of the new setup when I'm back. :thumb:
#18
Main Message Board / Re: Manus swivel
January 15, 2019, 12:40:42 AM
Quote from: Paulus on January 14, 2019, 12:39:57 PM
Thinking about putting a mantus swivel on my 5/16 chain and 32lb bruce anchor.  The rep at mantus recommended the S1.
Appreciate any thoughts about the product and size.
Thanks,
Paul

I got the S2 Mantus swivel with 5/16 chain and a 45lbs Mantus. I know the website mention that the S1 and S2 would be the proper size for 5/16 chain. I only decided to go with the S2 because we have plans to do extensive cruising, living at anchor every single day and the working load/breaking strength is stronger than the chain. I'm sure it would help to solve your issue, a lot of old school guys will try to tell you they are the weakest link of your chain but that isn't true anymore.
#19
Gelcoat almost completed
#20
fiberglassing and gelcoat
#21
Inside and starting to glass
#22
When I originally purchased SV Blackdragon, it came with a Lewmar v700 windlass that could only accept 1/4 inch chain. In the process of refitting the boat by having the plan to start crossing the South Pacific this Spring. I decided I would need roughly 275 feet of 5/16 and the old Lewmar V700 might not keep up with that. I picked the Lewmar v3 windlass which is definitely oversized but wanted the peace of mind and got a really good deal on it. Also, I thought since the new windlass is a bigger unit, the hole would be bigger. I was wrong!!! I should of doublechecked... I ended getting myself in a bigger project than expected in Mexico where supply where limited and harder to get. The deck was originally roughly 1-inch thick and added an extra 1/4 on top and bottom. For a total of 45 layers of 1708 fibreglass. Here's a few pictures ...
#23
Hi Guys, I have an Elliptical rudder in an awesome condition for sale. Protective coated with Amercoat 235, 2 parts epoxy and painted with Jotun antifouling paint. The rudder has been inspected already and is dry as a bone. The rudder is ready to be shipped or pick up. It's waiting on a crate for the new owner.

Location: Pheonix Arizona
Price: SOLD

PM for more information, Cheers.
Eric
#24
Main Message Board / Re: Fresh water pump failure.
December 25, 2017, 08:51:12 AM
Hey Brad, wish I knew. I had an extra water pump that you could of used...   :?
#25
Main Message Board / Re: EPIRB mounting
December 25, 2017, 08:39:57 AM
We have an automatic release Epird and mounted it directly on the stern rail. We take it out of the case when we aren't cruising.
#26
Main Message Board / Re: Anyone want a lighthouse?
September 08, 2017, 07:27:10 AM
That would be a fantastic AirBnb rentals for someone that has the time to fix this place!
#27
Thanks Stu, wish I knew you were on Pender Island. We could of stop to say Hi on the way down.  :?
#28
Main Message Board / Re: Barrier Coat Question
September 08, 2017, 06:51:48 AM
When we dropped the keel this year and I ended up redoing the whole bottom. Stripped it back to the gel coat and used a product called **Amercoat 235** as a barrier coat. It's used for oil rig structures and under water pipes. It's a fraction of the price, its stronger and thicker. Much superior to any other marine product that I have seen!!

But if you only have a few blisters, I don't think it worth redoing the whole barrier coat. I compare blister to rust on a car... Yeah it looks funny but won't really affect the performance or sink your boat. Unless it's the size of a pamplemousse...
#29
Sounds great, we will be there by the end of October waiting for Baja Haha rally to start. Send me your contact info by PM and I'll give you a shout when I'll be around.  :D
#30
Hi Guys! We just sailed under the Golden gate bridge last night from Vancouver, BC. We anchored in Sausalito. If any of you are in the area, it would be awesome to meet some of the members from c34.org  :D We will be in the bay area for the next week or soo and continue our way down to Mexico.

Looking forward to hearing from some of you guys!! :clap

You can also see of picture of the trip on our website/blog: www.wandersailing.com

Eric