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by BillSmith
Mon Jan 22, 2024 3:41 pm
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: Fuel tank “gunk”
Replies: 6
Views: 720

Re: Fuel tank “gunk”

Thought I had posted an account of our travails related to this issue. Didn't find it. You've already posted the tl;dr version, here's the long view. We were dead in the water directly under The City-side span. Yerba Buena on our right, San Francisco to starboard. As mentioned, alerted Coast Guard o...
by BillSmith
Sat Jan 20, 2024 2:28 am
Forum: Engines and Mechanical Systems
Topic: Fuel tank “gunk”
Replies: 6
Views: 720

Re: Fuel tank “gunk”

Had additional issue with the 'little screen' on the pickup tube. The problem of removing that screen is the expectation is that the Racor will filter all that gunk. For us, the gunk never got there. Bowl was clear, filter fine but our next embarrassing moment on the San Francisco Bay was being fuel...
by BillSmith
Fri Jan 12, 2024 1:30 am
Forum: Plumbing
Topic: Icebox upgrade
Replies: 8
Views: 452

Re: Icebox upgrade

What we should have done long ago was convert the DC only to an AC/DC model. We would use the refrig when under power and ice blocks when in dock. Bought a cooler that allowed AC/DC power, then realized...D'oh!...we have that capability. with a little tweak of electrical current Our 110v on 30amp in...
by BillSmith
Thu Jan 11, 2024 12:33 am
Forum: Plumbing
Topic: Icebox upgrade
Replies: 8
Views: 452

Re: Icebox upgrade

More pics...
by BillSmith
Thu Jan 11, 2024 12:30 am
Forum: Plumbing
Topic: Icebox upgrade
Replies: 8
Views: 452

Re: Icebox upgrade

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We have a DC powered compressor which I think is behind the closet in aft cabin. Can take pictures tomorrow. Where you have two vertical cabinets for storage over the stove, we have a microwave built-in and a horizontal sliding doors for kitchen gear.
by BillSmith
Tue Nov 14, 2023 12:50 pm
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade
Topic: Freedom 35 Pedrick - anyone selling?
Replies: 10
Views: 822

Re: Freedom 35 Pedrick - anyone selling?

We are.

Located on SF Bay, specifically, Coyote Point Marina, San Mateo, California.

email: tennismith@aol.com
by BillSmith
Wed Aug 16, 2023 2:01 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: Square top main halyard solution
Replies: 4
Views: 1921

Re: Square top main halyard solution

Thanks for the reply. I thought to have a deep socket in the dimensions of the 'star' as an adapter. Your method is less janky. However, yours will be my method of last resort, as it obviously changes the tool permanently.

Much appreciated.
by BillSmith
Mon Aug 14, 2023 11:21 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: Square top main halyard solution
Replies: 4
Views: 1921

Re: Square top main halyard solution

Regarding the Ryobi right angle drill... I have loads of Ryobi batteries and tools. The only right-angle Ryobi drill I've seen' is too small a chuck for the 1/2" end of the 'star' that fits our winches. What's your set up and does that Ryobi drill have enough torque to get the sail an appreciable d...
by BillSmith
Thu Jul 14, 2022 2:25 pm
Forum: Random Chatter
Topic: -
Replies: 4
Views: 2981

Re: New owners of F35 Pedrick!

Congrats on the purchase from another 'in the family'.
by BillSmith
Sat Jun 18, 2022 11:54 am
Forum: Racing
Topic: 67 nm Delta Ditch Run
Replies: 1
Views: 4116

Re: 67 nm Delta Ditch Run

Tom, Congrats! Eight hours...that thar's some work. Can imagine some epic speed runs considering the conditions. We've been monitoring the wind, as it has been a long while since taking SweeTART out under sail. Division: Cruise+2 (10 boats) Pos,Sail, Boat, Skipper, Yacht Club, Results, Total Points ...