Re: Stus-List Galvanic isolator - Good idea?

2015-10-27 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I put one in when I refurbished my A/C electrical side. It isolates you from your neighbors which might slow down the zinc consumption ... unless of course it is issues on your own boat causing you problems. Many surveyors would recommend one if you are in a marina with shore power. The particul

Re: Stus-List Galvanic isolator - Good idea?

2015-10-27 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
1|328|2290032&id=1118395) have >> the ABYC required failsafe capacitors. The cheap one does not appear to >> meet this standard. >> >> Joe >> >> Coquina >> >> >> >> *From:* CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] *On Behalf Of *

Re: Stus-List Bermuda1-2 lessons learned

2015-10-27 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
David ... sounded like quite the adventure. For (3) an owner of a C&C 115 added a seacock to the exhaust hose before heading to the Mediterranean ... better remember to open it before ( trying to ) start the engine and a bit inconvenient to get to. For (4) I recall a diagram of routing the vent

Re: Stus-List Galvanic isolator - Good idea?

2015-10-28 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
. The cheap one does not appear >>> to meet this standard. >>> >>> Joe >>> >>> Coquina >>> >>> >>> >>> *From:* CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] *On Behalf Of *ed >>> vanderkruk via CnC-List >>

Re: Stus-List Galvanic isolator - Good idea?

2015-10-28 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
hing that says "marine" on it. The voltage rating of the rectifier > does not matter, just the current rating. It will provide about 1.2 volts > of isolation from the mains ground. > > Steve Thomas > Port Stanley, ON > > - Original Message - > > *From:* e

Re: Stus-List Fuel vent option

2015-10-29 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I think that product only removes water vapor ... a silica(?) desicccant in a cannister ... an inrush of water would pass through it. Ed On Oct 29, 2015 2:26 PM, "TOM VINCENT via CnC-List" wrote: > There is a product on the market that solves the fuel vent line from > taking on water, it is the

Re: Stus-List Fuel vents

2015-10-30 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
ABYC and USCG requirements say that fuel exiting the fuel fill at 5 gpm for 5 seconds cannot enter the cockpit while in its static floating position. So it depends on the slope of the coaming. If it doesn't slope outwards most likely some would spill into to cockpit. There are requirements for se

Re: Stus-List Changing weight distribution in Landfall 38

2015-11-19 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Technically vapors are an issue. All battery types - wet/sealed/gel/AGM - are subject to ABYC venting guidelines. There are some solutions - venting the battery enclosure or having vented caps for wet cell directed overboard somehow. Ed On Nov 19, 2015 12:50 PM, "Robert Boyer via CnC-List" wrote:

Re: Stus-List Lexan hychcovers in GTA

2016-01-09 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
At the Toronto boat show Ontario Plastic Fabricators www.ontarioplastics.ca had a booth. Located in east end Toronto. They have Lexan listed on their handout ... colours and smokes 25% premium on the listed cost. No affiliation and have not purchased from them previously. Ed Prime Interest Toro

Stus-List C&C 44 Custon

2016-01-11 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-buy-sell-other/cambridge/44-c-c-custom/1103688809 Not sure if this has been posted here already. Seems to be in Toronto but I don't know this boat. 45k Canadian $ ... 32k US? Ed Prime Interest Toronto ___ Email address: CnC-Lis

Re: Stus-List Toronto Boat Show

2016-01-13 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
We were manning a booth on Saturday and a quick tour of the sail boat section was pretty sad. 8 boats with the biggest being the Hanse 41. Didn't even bother going aboard any. I think the footprint is half of last year. The electronics and other stuff is pretty much the same as other years with ma

Re: Stus-List Soliciting Advice on 33-2 Battery Complement

2016-02-28 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
We have two T12 136ah ( slightly larger and heavier than a group 27 ) Rolls house batteries which are now in their 12th year of service. I was thinking they were near their end of life but a battery equalization last year seems to have given them a new lease on life. We replaced a Rolls starting

Re: Stus-List Bilge hose

2016-03-02 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I choose the extra heavy duty hose - #147 in your link. A very thick and substantial hose with a smooth outer wall which I prefer. It doesn't have great flexibility or tight bending radius if you needed that for installation. Ed Prime Interest Toronto, Canada On Mar 2, 2016 1:28 PM, "Bradley Lumg

Re: Stus-List New Wiring Diagram Draft (Edd Schillay)

2015-03-28 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Josh, The charger/alternator will start the charging at the higher voltage (14.4 ) and only begins to ramp it down when the acceptance of the batteries reduces the current requirements according to the programmed profile. With a voltmeter you will see it start at that voltage almost without regard

Re: Stus-List Corrosion in winch drum

2015-04-01 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Too much grease might actually contribute to winch problems - especially in salt water environments. You have to make sure that at least the pawls are clear excess of grease. I've had good experience with a finger-dab or two on the drum, similar or less on the gears and some machine oil on the paw

Re: Stus-List New Wiring Diagram Draft

2015-04-02 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
For ABYC compliance it must be failsafe or with integral / external status monitoring for a failure. All DIY solutions would also not comply to the 'general requirements' of the GI ABYC section. Now whether this is highlighted during survey and any liabilities but noncompliance ... I leave to oth

Re: Stus-List WIRING PLANS

2015-04-09 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Remember to put a fuse in the line for your sub panel or have an appropriate breaker on your main panel for the sub panel - but maybe you were planning that already. Ed On Apr 8, 2015 8:38 PM, "Alex Giannelia via CnC-List" wrote: > So here are my thoughts and I'm not really an electrical guy >

Re: Stus-List LF38 Mast Placement in the Step

2015-04-30 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I have 4 spacer blocks that position the mast in the step. So I take it that most folks have all the spacers forward of the mast? I didn't recall how the PO had it so have split it 2 and 2 for years. Ed 1982 Landfall 38 Prime Interest Toronto On Apr 30, 2015 2:40 PM, "Joel Aronson via CnC-List"

Re: Stus-List Solar Panel Regulator

2015-06-02 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
As you begin to regulate higher amperage and voltage you can have the same considerations as alternator regulators and smart chargers. Battery type influencing bulk and float voltages ... can they be programmed or adjusted on the cheapest regulator. Do you need a way to dump to some shunt when ba

Re: Stus-List West Marine leaves Canada

2014-11-10 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
The Dock Shoppe has (re)opened in the space vacated by Genco. Ed On Nov 10, 2014 1:39 PM, "Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List" wrote: > That's a bummer .. the two marine stores I frequent, West Marine and > Genco. Genco has already closed it's doors on Queens Quay and now when West > Marine closes there

Re: Stus-List Shore power protection - ELCI's - who has installed one? Survey issue?

2014-11-24 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I installed the ELCI breaker panel PN8102. Having such a breaker does not remove the GFCI requirement at other outlets. These ABYC regulations apply to new boat construction but are worthwhile upgrades. Ed On Nov 24, 2014 1:36 PM, "Dennis C. via CnC-List" wrote: > An ELCI is an electric leakage

Re: Stus-List stepping mast 38 Landfall

2015-03-02 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I don't see why you would want to bed the base of the mast. I think letting any water which gets inside the mast into the bilge is best. Maybe to reduce corrosion ... Ed Prime Interest 1982 Landfall 38 On Mar 2, 2015 11:55 AM, "PME via CnC-List" wrote: > Hi, > > > I will be stepping my mast wit

Re: Stus-List Dry ice in ice box? 1988 C&C MK II 30"

2016-05-04 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Very bad idea inside a boat. As it sublimates it will replace the oxygen in the lowest parts of the boat ... i.e. the living area. Ed QCYC Toronto On May 4, 2016 2:29 PM, "Lorne Serpa via CnC-List" wrote: > Will the ice box handle dry ice? I know that for everyday cooler that you > take to the

Re: Stus-List Battery Posts

2016-05-25 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Search for 'stud to post conversion ' at elecdirect.com in mississauga. They'll ship it same day. I buy from them quite often. Ed On May 25, 2016 9:39 AM, "Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List" wrote: > Hi All. I thought I had found what I needed locally and after emailing the > business twice to ensure i

Re: Stus-List Starting Problem

2016-06-11 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
It reduces the arcing in the switch by reducing the amperage for a small solenoid compared to the starter. Adds life to the switch. You can have larger gauge wire switched at the solenoid to the starter and modest size to the switch. Ed Prime Interest Toronto, Ontario On Jun 11, 2016 8:37 AM, "D

Stus-List Symmetrical spinnaker for sale - Toronto

2016-06-15 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I have a older 46+ ft luff spinnaker for sale here in Toronto. $425. Suitable for 35-38ft boat. From PO so has to be 12+ years. No patches that I notice and seems only tape around the corners has been restitched. Some yellowing of the corner reinforcement and of the launching bag. Triradial red/whi

Re: Stus-List Bulkheads separated from cabin top (C&C 34)

2016-06-28 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Are the photos while underway or at the dock? If at rest you might want to check the shroud and stay tension as you might be deforming the hull and lifting the deck even before bashing to windward. That being said even our 38 Landfall will flex but only noticeable at the forward bulkhead where neit

Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 - List of Hull Numbers etc.

2016-08-17 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
We have hull #229 built in Niagara on the Lake. Ed Prime Interest 1982 LF38 Toronto On Aug 16, 2016 9:48 PM, "John Sandford via CnC-List" wrote: > I am a new (18 months), owner of an older C&C, which I am 'rebuilding' to a > certain extent, based on my priorities. > Complete rebuild of the Mas

Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 original list price

2018-02-15 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I have the original bill of sale from one of the last Landfalls ( LF38 hull 229 ) commissioned out of Niagara on the Lake in 1982. I believe all-in it was close to 100k Canadian ... but would have to check the builders file on the boat. Ed On Feb 15, 2018 5:32 PM, "John Christopher via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Coupling bolts shearing

2018-05-23 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
When you say coupling bolts ... the bolts mounting the transmission to the bell housing? Anyone check the transmission? Ed Prime Interest 1982 LF38 Toronto On Wed, May 23, 2018, 2:49 PM detroito91 via CnC-List, < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > The boat in question is an 81 landfall 38. > The

Re: Stus-List Coupling bolts shearing

2018-05-23 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
You have a keyway in the shaft and transmission coupling? Ed On Wed, May 23, 2018, 3:14 PM ed vanderkruk, wrote: > When you say coupling bolts ... the bolts mounting the transmission to the > bell housing? > > Anyone check the transmission? > > > Ed > > Prime Interest > 1982 LF38 > Toronto > >

Re: Stus-List Nexus multi instrument

2016-10-05 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
You might try comnavmarine.com .. I got a spare original series NX depth transducer they were clearing out a number of years ago. Still a spare ... they old stuff still working. Ed Prime Interest Toronto On Oct 2, 2016 4:31 PM, "Gary Nylander via CnC-List" wrote: Do any of you have or know of

Re: Stus-List Looking for oil recommendation for 2GM20F

2016-10-12 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I generally use Canadian Tire brand 15W40 ... or W30 ... I do an oil change twice a year. Either before or after our summer vacation and before haulout which begins this weekend. Ed QCYC Toronto, Ontario On Oct 12, 2016 12:18 PM, "doug.welch--- via CnC-List" < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: Lots

Re: Stus-List AIS VHF

2016-10-12 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I think you can have a dedicated AIS antenna if it is at least 3m from the water line. Ed On Oct 12, 2016 4:56 PM, "Joel Aronson via CnC-List" wrote: > ISAF requires that the AIS be connected to a masthead antenna. > > So you would still need a splitter. > > Joel > > On Wednesday, October 12, 2

Re: Stus-List Mast wiring - VHF cable

2016-12-10 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Most will perform similarly with the relatively short runs in a sailboat but I like using LMR400 Ultraflex ... a bit thicker and stiffer than most typical VHF cables so check that it won't be too much of a bother to run it from the radio to the top of the mast. If you are near Toronto I have some

Re: Stus-List Rudder lubrication Landfall 38

2019-11-05 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I made up a couple of discs from Delrin for a bearing. Ed Prime Interest C&C LF38 Toronto, Canada On Tue., Nov. 5, 2019, 7:45 a.m. Simon and Silvana via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > I have removed the rudder and would like guidance on the type of lubricant > to use in the lower se

Re: Stus-List Rudder lubrication Landfall 38

2019-11-06 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
On Prime Interest one of the set screws wasn't even tapped all the way through to the post. In any case I had great difficulty trying to remove that one. Eventually used a bolt removal set. The set screws were made of some very soft metal making removal painful. Removing the collar was a slow proc

Re: Stus-List line drawings?

2020-02-11 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
The marine museum in Kingston used to have an inventory in their archives. Send them a note and they'll copy and send them to you. Ed Prime Interest LF 38 primeinter...@gmail.com On Tue., Feb. 11, 2020, 7:55 a.m. Sam kim via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Hi > I used to own a C&C Lan

Re: Stus-List Float switch fail tale (formerly stuffing box leak rates)

2020-03-15 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I have a couple of those Groco air switches also... Worked great for more than 8 years so far. I think they are just a fill switch from a washing machine ... But a fair price in any case since they seem to have a long lifespan. Ed primeinter...@gmail.com 1982 Landfall Toronto, Canada On Sun.,

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump cycle counter

2020-03-27 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Earlier today there was a post about Raspberry Pi and the Internet Of Boats ... Tarts Sensors, as an example, has a voltage sensor ( detects on/off ) for $30 but you'd have to add in a bit more kit and a bit of programming to get it all integrated. But then you could be on your way for IoT. Ed O

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump cycle counter

2020-03-27 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
; > > On 3/27/2020 2:33 PM, ed vanderkruk via CnC-List wrote: > > Earlier today there was a post about Raspberry Pi and the Internet Of > Boats ... Tarts Sensors, as an example, has a voltage sensor ( detects > on/off ) for $30 but you'd have to add in a bit more kit and a b

Re: Stus-List Dual fuel filter valve setups

2020-04-01 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
You could check out buying only the valve from the Racor 75500MaxM. Six ports and one handle. Might be pricey but simpler installation if you have a couple of filters already. Ed Prime Interest Toronto, Ontario On Wed., Apr. 1, 2020, 8:35 p.m. Bruce Whitmore via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com>

Re: Stus-List NMEA 0183 vs. 2000 Wiring Compatibility

2020-04-26 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Generally need 5 wires of adequate gauge to handle powering the downstream devices - if required. You can buy connectors to attach yourself to the cable ends. You might have some electrical interference issues but the bus can handle some transmission errors. Ed On Sun., Apr. 26, 2020, 5:57 p.m. B

Re: Stus-List iPhone Tactiqs app

2020-05-10 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I've have installed iRegatta Pro on my iPad although use us only occasionally. I feed it with instrument data over WiFi from a nmea200/nmea0183 to TCP hub. iRegatta has various screens in addition to those which are more racing specific - instrument Gui screens, AIS radar-like screen. It also build

Re: Stus-List Replacement LED for circuit breaker panel?

2020-05-29 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I have an old panel at the boat locker I can check on the weekend to scavange some lights. Ed Prime Interest Toronto, Ontario On Fri., May 29, 2020, 1:45 p.m. ALAN BERGEN via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > I don't think indicator lights that old are LEDs. Try looking for non LED >

Re: Stus-List Replacement LED for circuit breaker panel?

2020-06-02 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I have a couple of old surplus panels in case you want to salvage them. The 120v panel has individually installed lamps and the 12v panel has them mounted on a small circuit board. See photos in attached link. https://www.dropbox.com/sh/i7ckagftaq4ady5/AADsqlqYumU84JDHiijKp205a?dl=0 Ed Vanderkru

Re: Stus-List Replacement LED for circuit breaker panel?

2020-06-02 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
This is in case anyone can make use of them... For the cost of shipping they are yours to scavange parts. Ed On Tue., Jun. 2, 2020, 1:48 p.m. ed vanderkruk wrote: > I have a couple of old surplus panels in case you want to salvage them. > The 120v panel has individually installed lamps and the

Re: Stus-List Propane locker improvements/repair

2020-06-15 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I don't have a similar model but I assume there are no tabs or blocking from the locker to the hull keeping it fixed. An adhesive might have been used under the flange which might make it difficult to impossible to remove. Too much force might crack the locker but it should take significant loads i

Re: Stus-List Fan belts....

2018-11-05 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
For the last number of years I've been using Dayco Gold Label Top Cog belts. Size 17405 on my 3GMF with a Balmar 80A alternator. Easily lasting all season although I usually change out annually no matter the condition. Ed Prime Interest Toronto, Canada 1982 LF38 On Mon, Nov 5, 2018, 12:08 PM Dav

Re: Stus-List Used Nexus Instruments

2019-06-04 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I have a full set of Nexus Classic just replaced with B&G. Wind transducer is not working. Speed was a bit wonky but think the paddle wheel was sticky. Classic computer. Autonav autopilot computer and head. Nexus ferro compass. Including a new-in-box spare depth transducer. Ed Vanderkruk Toron

Stus-List Re: Wifi antenna at top of mast

2021-11-10 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I have a similar setup to the Ubiquity system but use the Mikrotik Groove ( not unlike the Bullet) and a Mikrotik Hap ac2 router. The router itself can be powered over 12v and has a POE port so it powers the Groove at the same time. They both run RouterOS and thus the management tools are a little

Re: Stus-List Solar panels in ACR environment

2020-08-02 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I'd attach it to the house battery side. That is if you have misc always-on loads like bilge pumps on that side. You have to be sure the panels put out something above the connect voltage of the ACR. Any panel coming with a regulator is probably ok. Although you will have a fuse on the battery to

Re: Stus-List Barients Slipping

2020-08-06 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
The Stu's site has a winch directory. http://www.cncphotoalbum.com/ Ed On Thu., Aug. 6, 2020, 9:28 a.m. rockland bazemore via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > It's almost like I'm doing something wrong because all of my cabin top > Barient 21-33 ST winches seem to let the line slip e

Re: Stus-List AIS and IPAd...

2020-08-30 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
Lots of navigation apps will import and display ais targets on the charts. iNavx for example. Other raw nmea apps have the radar like displays - iRegatta has a panel like that. Of course you have to get the AIS data there over WiFi. Ed On Sun., Aug. 30, 2020, 9:54 a.m. David Risch via CnC-List <

Re: Stus-List AIS and IPAd...

2020-08-30 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
., Aug. 30, 2020, 10:48 a.m. Joseph Bognar via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > I use an App called Boat Beacon. It turns your electronic device into AIS > . You can also see all the other vessels in your area > > Sent from Joe Bognar > > > On Aug 30, 2020, at 10:2

Stus-List Re: Panel rewiring

2021-02-15 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
You could use Wago connectors / jumpers like https://www.wago.com/us/wire-splicing-connectors/compact-splicing-connector/p/221-415 Ed On Mon., Feb. 15, 2021, 3:55 p.m. Graham Collins via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Hi Adam > > Current wisdom seems to be that one can put up to 4

Stus-List Re: Fwd: Thru-hull removal

2021-04-11 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I had the same problem. I eventually used a sawzall and made 3 or 4 cuts in the walls of the thruhull from below. Then I just cracked the thruhull, collapsing it and pulled it out. Ed On Sun., Apr. 11, 2021, 8:52 p.m. Juliano Franz via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > Hello everyon

Stus-List Re: Navigation app for iPad with ios 9

2021-07-05 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
I still have an old iPad with an old version of iNavx installed on it. It stopped being updated awhile ago ( after version 5.2 in 2018) and last year the Navionics chart subscription stopped working... CHS and Noaa charts still seemed to work but I decided to upgrade the hardware this past winter.

Stus-List Re: Winch Sealant suggestions

2024-04-10 Thread ed vanderkruk via CnC-List
You might find grooves in the base of the winch which should be kept clear of butyl to allow water to drain out of the body of the winch. Otherwise water pools up to, maybe, the level of the lower gear sets. Ed On Wed, Apr 10, 2024, 7:21 p.m. Dean McNeill via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> w