Re: Stus-List C&C30 MK1 5' draw on the keel?

Here's a link to Antoine Rose's account of his crossing (on the Photo Album): http://www.cncphotoalbum.com/CnC30_Crosses_Atlantic/index.pdf Ken H. On 27 June 2013 19:05, Antoine Rose wrote: > Curt, > Who ever told you this boat is not a good choice for offshore didn't know > what he was talki

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

For those who may recall my little LED cabin lighting project (Fred for one), I noticed that there is some light level flutter when my Espar heater or refrigeration is running, an effect that is not noticed on incandescent lights. I am also concerned about the long term negative effect of high v

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Rich, I ordered 4 similar devices from this guy a couple of days ago. The price is a bit better directly from China. My intention is to be able to run 24 volt equipment. http://www.ebay.ca/itm/281041084321?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649 Steve Thomas C&C27 MKIII Por

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Rich, I replaced all the recessed light fixtures on MYSTY with LED's that I made, using the cleaned-up carcasses of the original fluorescents, some very bright double-wide LED strips, and buck voltage converters. I used buck converters (that's really what they're called) that I found on

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Thanks, Rich! I have an ongoing issue with the alternator in my Yamaha outboard causing my TWO depth sounders (the original built-in one, and a Humminbird fish finder) to malfunction at the worst times. The present workaround has been to turn on a few incandescent cabin lights to smooth things

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Rich, On a second look I realized that the devices I ordered will not work for you since the output voltage cannot be adjusted lower than the input. This unit might suit your application. It is a purpose built constant current LED driver from the same guy, and even less expensive. http

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

A prof where I work that's an electronics whiz told me not to worry .. he said that any 12 volt LED lighting I'de be buying off of ebay is likely designed to work in car applications .. cars have alternators and when running you get charging voltage so while they may be rated at 12V they're likely

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Rich, Thanks for the link. I've been looking for a source of low cost voltage regulators. Might I suggest a buck boost converter (they offer one), as our battery voltages fluctuate. A buck boost converter "should" be able to handle those fluctuations and keep the output consistent. That's in the

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Your prof didn't take into account the fact that under bulk charge conditions voltage can rise to 14.4 v or higher depending on battery type and settings. Besides it's a pain having to change fried components if you don't have to. Rich Knowles Indigo. LF38 Halifax On 2013-06-28, at 10:09, Stev

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One other thing... when my batteries were charging on the charger after I'd been away from the boat for a month, the voltage initially approached 14.2 volts. Before I used the buck converters, I measured the temperature of the LEDs with a temperature probe in contact with an LED. It approach

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http://store.marinebeam.com/dc-dc-converter.html Dennis C. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 28, 2013, at 9:31 AM, bria...@aol.com wrote: > > One other thing... when my batteries were charging on the charger after I'd > been away from the boat for a month, the voltage initially approached 14.2 > v

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The boatyard that replaced my cabin lites used the wrong stuff. Windows flexed and began to leak. I took Septima back and told them to remove the windows, clean them up and see if they were fit to reuse. Otherwise I'd get a new set of cast acrylics. And this time, use Sikaflex 295 UV as they

Stus-List C&C33 Mast Track

I am looking to put a mast track on my 1985 C&C 33. It does not currently have a track. I have purchased a 1" track and that is too small. I just received an 1 1/4 track that i think is questionable. I just saw online a 1 1/2 track. Do i need to order that one now? Does anyone have the name of

Re: Stus-List Windows again

A sharp putty knife works. Joel 35/3 Annapolis On Fri, Jun 28, 2013 at 1:38 PM, allen wrote: > The boatyard that replaced my cabin lites used the wrong stuff. Windows > flexed and began to leak. I took Septima back and told them to remove the > windows, clean them up and see if they were fit

Re: Stus-List C&C33 Mast Track

Here is everything you need to know to have a mainsail that goes up and down so easily, you can close your eyes and imagine that it isn't attached to anything: https://www.tidesmarine.com/?page_id=61 They send you a measuring kit, and they are great at helping with any questions via telephone

Re: Stus-List C&C33 Mast Track

My Tides Marine Strong Track was the best boat improvement project for the (relatively) least cost ever. A terrific product that actually works as advertised. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill Bina Sent: Friday, June 28, 2013 1:10 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.co

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http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Performance-Tool-W80641-Windshield-Removal-Tool,8907.html?utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=CSEGoogle&utm_campaign=CSEGOOGLE&CAWELAID=1268566724&catargetid=1784208710&cadevice=c&cagpspn=pla&gclid=CLut1rGth7gCFWIV7AodQBAALQ this was what I used after not using the SikaFlex pr

Re: Stus-List C&C33 Mast Track

Contact Rob MacLachlan sa...@southshoreyachts.com at South Shore Yachts http://southshoreyachts.com/ - there is a track built into the mast and a car that runs in it, along with blocks to move the car up and down at the mast. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf O

Re: Stus-List C&C33 Mast Track

What do you have to do to your existing main to use it with these tracks?  DaveOn Jun 28, 2013, at 2:09 PM, Bill Bina wrote: Here is everything you need to know to have a mainsail that goes up and down so easily, you can close your eyes and ima

Re: Stus-List C&C33 Mast Track

I have a 1984 C&C 41. I installed a Tidesmarine track and I am now able to haul the main to within 10" of full lift by hand before I need to use the winch. Prior to the Tides track I needed the winch for every inch. There was alot of exercise involved.  Ray Shibe "Stinky Dog" On Fri, Jun 28,

Re: Stus-List C&C33 Mast Track

Are we talking mainsail or Spinnaker pole track ? If spinnaker.. I agree with below. I have a C&C 33MKII with the "internal car" and the plastic track seems to be simply cut and removed from lowest to highest point . The Block at high and low points are also built to fit in the internal trac

Re: Stus-List Windows again

Allen, I am curious as to why the windows crazed. Time in the sun is the typical reason, but that takes years of exposure. Chemical exposure is another cause. I also clean my windows with Plexus from a spray can. I installed the head hatch plexi with 295UV. So far, so good. I'm still going

Re: Stus-List C&C33 Mast Track

Change out the old slugs for new slides. In my case that required no modifications at all. I just unsnaped the plastic loop holding the slug and inserted the slide instead. The two batten cars were equally easy to install. Just unscrew the old batten cars and screw on the new ones, which covere

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Steve and others: I chose the unit I noted because it has a toroidal transformer which likely makes it a switching unit and, according to the description, it will maintain a constant output regardless of input voltage. Also it has nice screw terminals. Rich Knowles Indigo. LF38 Halifax On 201

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Or you can get the more expensive 10-30 volt bulbs... Joe Della Barba -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Knowles Rich Sent: Friday, June 28, 2013 4:03 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights Steve an

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

5 times the price for 1/2 the fun. Rich Knowles Indigo. LF38 Halifax On 2013-06-28, at 17:16, "Della Barba, Joe" wrote: Or you can get the more expensive 10-30 volt bulbs... Joe Della Barba -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of

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did this question just get overlooked? I didn't see any responses... I'm having to do something with my stove as well. I think they can be repaired. I have the old alcohol type. danny Please note: message attached From: johnr...@aol.com To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Stove Re

Re: Stus-List Windows again

Allen, Hi, After several attempts with 295UV, I relented and asked my yard in Deltaville to re-bed all the port lights.They used Lexan and GE SilPruf SC2003 Silicone Black Sealant. So far, they are holding up well. Fair Winds, Pete W.Siren Song'91 C&C 30MKIIDeltaville, VA

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What fuel source for do you use for your existing stove? We have a 20 some year old propane Force 10 and it still works fine. Mostly stainless steel so easy maintenance. The Binnacle sells them among others. http://ca.binnacle.com/Stoves-&-Accessories/c221/index.html?filter_id=101 Ken H. On

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

When you start rating stuff on how nice the screw terminals are, you know you need to get out more! 

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

We all have our peculiarities:) Rich Knowles Indigo. LF38 Halifax On 2013-06-28, at 21:23, sam.c.sal...@gmail.com wrote: When you start rating stuff on how nice the screw terminals are, you know you need to get out more! sam :-) 403-617-6280 From: Knowles Rich Sent: Friday, June 28, 2013 2:04

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Danny, John I have a slightly used Origo 6000 (2) burner w/ oven alcohol I would be willing sell for much less than a new one.  It came with the boat and does not have much use on it. I have replaced the Origo with a propane. Ray Shibe On Fri, Jun 28, 2013 at 05:42 PM, djhaug...@juno.com wrot

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Hmm... screw terminals, yes, but nice? Well, if I were buying it to put on a boat I would first give it a scrub with isopropyl alcohol to get the flux off, and it wouldn't hurt to brush some epoxy on it to seal it. Otherwise the residues I can see in that picture will eat the circuit board w

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Most alcohol stoves are close cousins of camping stoves. Touché's pressure alcohol stove has Primus burners. They're fairly standard. Try A&H enterprises in Tustin, California for parts. Dennis C. Touché 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA Sent from my iPhone On Jun 28, 2013, at 9:42 PM, "djhaug...@juno

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There is a company that makes a diesel stove. I plan to replace my Force 10...when it dies. The stove has a cutting board lid that when closed turns the unit I to a cabin heater. Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk -- When privacy matters. http://www.secure-my-email.com On Jun 28, 2013 9:28 PM, "Dennis

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

I'll see what it looks like when it gets here. A shot of lacquer will probably do just fine to seal it. Or a shot of liquor for me if it helps. Rich Knowles Indigo. LF38 Halifax On 2013-06-28, at 22:07, Graham Collins wrote: Hmm... screw terminals, yes, but nice? Well, if I were buying it t

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Ok, I'm convinced .. would this work: http://www.ebay.com/itm/CAR-LED-Waterproof-20w-DC-DC-Buck-Converter-24V-to-12v-/251173241355 Also, what about dimmers? I see PWM dimmers on ebay purpose built for LEDs but they don't step the voltage down. How does that work? Steve Suhana, C&C 32 Toronto O

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I have to be honest I haven't even tried this stove. I assumed it to need a rebuild given it hasn't been used in so long. I wonder if it may have a rebuild kit somewhere... Danny "Dennis C." wrote: >Most alcohol stoves are close cousins of camping stoves. Touché's pressure >alcohol stove

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Ray, Given john started the thread, he gets first dibs... If he is not interested I am! You can write me off list Danny RAYMOND SHIBE wrote: > >Danny, John >I have a slightly used Origo 6000 (2) burner w/ oven alcohol I would be >willing sell for much less than a new one.  >It came with the

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

PWM = pulse width modulation. Turning the lights on/off very quickly. Graham Collins Secret Plans C&C 35-III #11 On 2013-06-28 11:50 PM, Stevan Plavsa wrote: Ok, I'm convinced .. would this work: http://www.ebay.com/itm/CAR-LED-Waterproof-20w-DC-DC-Buck-Converter-24V-to-12v-/251173241355 Also

Re: Stus-List LED cabin lights

Steve, Think of PWM (pulse width modulation) as turning the LEDs on and off very rapidly, so the visual effect is dimming of the lights. The problem I see with the buck converter you show is the total output current. Depending on how many lights you'll be running, you might exceed it's 1