The Dri-Dek Test and Project
Trying out new things to constantly improve the boat-
Let’s talk boat batteries-
Hmm,,,,let’s talk boat batteries real quick. They’re not that hard but I’ve personally screwed up my boat batteries once and don’t want to do it again,,,,,so if this post could possibly help you, that’s what it’s for. If you’re fairly poor like me,,,,,you probably have regular lead acid boat batteries and you might have the […]
How to make the Dinghy Plane
Yep, this is an issue,,,and it can’t be solved with Viagra. My dinghy won’t plane. I’ve been frustrated by it, although Michelle has no idea why it bugs me so much. She doesn’t understand that it will cut down on the water coming over the bow, it will make the ride smoother and I’ll hear […]
A Ride to the Gas Station
Weekend on the boat, GREAT- Helping a stranger with a simple assist, even better- Last weekend me and the Hot Girlfriend/Wife and the quiet-demure children spent the weekend on the boat. We live 3 hours from the boat, so the usual routine is to go to the boat after work, usually arriving there about 9pm, […]
Sailboat Radar, Smart Screen, Chartplotter- Pretty Easy
First, I’m NOT an electronics guru or a mechanical guru but I’m learning fast, as hiring my favorite electrician is getting expensive. In a previous post, I talked about how me and Michelle found a GREAT deal on a package deal for a RayMarine A-Series RayMarine Digital “24” Mile Radar, Chartplotter, GPS- with integrated […]
Sailboat Radar/Multipurpose Device- There are still discounts to be found
As I’ve said before, I’m pretty sure there’s a game to buying a sailboat. Spend more money for a newer (read: more modern) sailboat and hope the gear that comes with it will work the day after the survey. IE: you will get more actual gear on a newer, more expensive sailboat that you have […]