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Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by SeaLion, Jun 11, 2019.

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  1. SeaLion, Jun 11, 2019
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    SeaLion

    SeaLion Senior Member

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    I keep a few boxes of alcohol wipes, pre-needle stick type, on board. (Costco like 400 for $10) Great for cleaning small things like electrical connections, battery contacts after a leaky AA, o-rings, stains on ultraleather and plastics, smartphone screens, and many other alcohol-resistant things. They also belong in the first aid kit, for cleaning boo-boos.
  2. f3504x4ps, Jun 11, 2019
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    I keep Buggies dippy wipes, they are great for cleaning grease off your hands and anything for that matter and are not harsh on skin, leather, vinyl or fabric. Keep a container in every vehicle and boat. Used them when we used to race ATV's
  3. Capt Ralph, Jun 11, 2019
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    Flask of rum. Medicinal of course.
  4. SeaLion, Jun 11, 2019
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    Ralph, don't get me started on drunks and boats...
  5. Capt Ralph, Jun 11, 2019
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    Drunks, boats, cars. None of these go together.
    But back at the dock, spelling old fishing tales, you sometimes need a lil help explaining how big the big-un was that got away.:):)
  6. bayoubud, Jun 11, 2019
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    Enhances the tale....:):)
  7. Capt Ralph, Jun 11, 2019
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    Back to the O P.
    Supper Glue Gell.
    In the tool box and the first aid kit.
  8. wdrzal, Jun 11, 2019
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    I take it that also goes for the Rum also.

    I was going to ask how rum burnt in the diesels but I'm pretty sure you would paddle home before wasting any of the precious resource.
  9. Capt Ralph, Jun 12, 2019
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    Ole Detroits can burn anything.
    But you are correct, we have to save the rum for medicinal use.
  10. Pascal, Jun 12, 2019
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    Besides duct tape and zip ties? :)
  11. Capt Ralph, Jun 12, 2019
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    AH, Mother-in-law tools. To keep the ballast secured & quiet in one place.
  12. Oscarvan, Jun 12, 2019
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    Don't forget coat hangers.
  13. Ormond Bert54, Jun 12, 2019
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    I like the 2 gallon size zip lock freezer bags.

    Love my Imalent R90C 20,000 lumens flashlight.

    Love my Nikon StabilEyes Waterproof 14x40 binoculars.
  14. d_meister, Jun 13, 2019
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    But don't hang your clothes on them. Rust stains, eventually.
    Seizing wire and THIS tool is incredible, but may not work with a wire coat hanger.
    When on deliveries, it's crazy glue one-use packs, zip ties, and 2" blue masking tape. The crazy glue tip comes from a buddy that has needed to fix his glasses, the 2" inch tape is because NO boat has door and cabinet latches that all work. The zip ties just to have, I guess. Haven't used any lately. Fortunately.
  15. chesapeake46, Jun 13, 2019
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  16. bobhorn, Jun 13, 2019
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    But does it have an eyeball at the end?
  17. chesapeake46, Jun 14, 2019
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    No eyeball but they do make them with a little LED on the end.
  18. cleanslate, Jun 14, 2019
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    What about fresh AAA batteries and a fresh hands-free LED head lamp to see what your doing while in the depths of your boat? Mine is always ready to go...
  19. SeaLion, Jun 14, 2019
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    I also have the magnetic version of the grabber tool. Not good for dropped stainless screws though.
  20. T.K., Jun 17, 2019
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    I keep a roll of heavy duty double sided adhesive tape onboard.
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