Thanks Ken. I keep hearing tales of marinas banning generator use but so far no one has identified which ones. I wonder if the real story is...
Will any reader with direct experience of Med marinas that prohibit generator use please tell me which ones they are.
If the "industry" you are talking about is larger charter yachts then the Maritime labor Convention (MLC) covers most of what you ask about. If...
J is right. Replacing the tank is probably the least expensive and least frustrating solution. The plastic used to make those tanks is the same...
It;s an ISO/DIN 46350 connector. Here is a link to a description that might help....
Most of the fuel tanks on ships I have been on have been painted internally. A good reference for the prep and paint specs can be found in US Navy...
I guess if one is interested in having a 44 foot deep draft equivalent of a Duffy then replacing the diesel auxiliary with batteries, controls,...
Since that 10k pounds of ballast already exists in a form and location that works very well, any attempt to relocate it higher and distribute it...
If the only difference is the cost of survey then it may well be worth it. It might be a good idea to get professional advice on any impact (if...
Now if only the personal attacks would be removed. They are a clear violation of forum rules. Or will this request be deleted instead?
Expecting anonymous members of a recreational boating forum to provide free and accurate advice based on practically no information doesn't seem...
Based on the other questions posted, that doesn't sound like the case. With all due respect, a thorough understanding of the project and the...
After reading each of your posts my advice is to contact a very competent firm of naval architects and marine engineers. If you are in Norfolk,...
Thanks "Big boats" provide room for bigger and better ideas.
Thank you. This is yet another example of a chronic and growing problem. The OP came in with a very good question that many other readers have...
You can save a lot of time, headaches, and frustration by contacting the USCG directly with your questions....
So why did you feel it necessary to chime in on this thread which was purely about commercial charter operations and classification issues related...
He wrote "it is possible the load will stall the engine." What you have described is usually an issue related to poor transient response or fuel...
That is an observation, it is a reality. It is not an "assessment," an opinion, or a an acceptance of the condition. Luck has nothing to do with a...
No big deal ... No magic involved, just good design, fabrication, and installation. The standard SeaClean system for example, monitors, displays,...
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