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by Bob
Wed Mar 28, 2012 10:05 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: salon windows
Replies: 5
Views: 10098

Re: salon windows

Sound like it has the mess factor of 5200 :lol:
by Bob
Wed Mar 28, 2012 7:24 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: salon windows
Replies: 5
Views: 10098

salon windows

The time has come to replace the front salon windows. Looking back on related posts I see some folks used butyl tape and others Sikaflex 295UV. Did the folks using Sikaflex use the 205 Aktivator for the fiberglass and the 206 G&P for the window or did you just apply it without surface prep other...
by Bob
Thu Feb 23, 2012 4:13 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: up the mast
Replies: 5
Views: 8242

Re: up the mast

I go 210 and when my wife tried to winch me up I noticed hairline cracks in the gelcoat at the base of the winch molding profile. This also happened on my previous PDQ as well. Anyone else notice this? I now have an ATN mast climber but with short legs it looks like a monkey changing a diaper when I...
by Bob
Thu Feb 23, 2012 4:06 pm
Forum: Outboard Engines
Topic: propane outboards
Replies: 4
Views: 7419

Re: propane outboards

There is a "how to" discussion on the Honda generator newsgroup about converting them to propane. It is pretty straight forward so I wonder if any 4 stroke could be converted using the same parts. The advantage to conversion would be having the ability to burn both fuels. I'm still waiting...
by Bob
Fri Oct 28, 2011 4:40 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: small portlight gasket
Replies: 1
Views: 4411

small portlight gasket

I'm trying to find the gasket for the small portlights in the cabins and head. Bomar claims its not theirs and the Lewmar site doesn't have any portlights close to the measurements. It looks like the old design Lewmar Atlantic series re: the closure but it is different in detail. Has anyone replaced...
by Bob
Wed Sep 14, 2011 7:24 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Salon Bulkhead
Replies: 5
Views: 10513

Re: Salon Bulkhead

What did you cover your floors with? It does not look like replacing them is practical.
by Bob
Tue Mar 01, 2011 7:03 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: fiberglass cracking under the settee
Replies: 3
Views: 7185

Re: fiberglass cracking under the settee

You might have a bigger problem than you think. I can tell you if you stand in the entrance opening and you get an outward rush of air from the cabin when you get each deck slam then you should check the tabbing of the forward bulkhead (under Mast) and thew fore and aft bulkhead between forward bert...
by Bob
Sun Feb 06, 2011 4:02 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: Plexiglass fracturing
Replies: 17
Views: 23865

Re: Plexiglass fracturing

Sandy, did you have to have the curved ones heat shaped by the supplier or can they be cold bent? Also did you use Lexan (polycarbonate) or plexiglass?
by Bob
Thu Jan 13, 2011 12:38 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Steering Noise
Replies: 17
Views: 22335

Re: Steering Noise

I use white grease in a spray can to lube the cable. I try to do it 3-4 times a season.
by Bob
Thu Dec 23, 2010 10:28 am
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: tank sending units
Replies: 0
Views: 4195

tank sending units

Just received this info from Livorsi about a new line of sending units. I think I'm going to fit one in my water tank. I have used their pressure(?) sending unit in my diesel tank and it is reliable. http://www.livorsi.com/pdf/sfw_senders.pdf
by Bob
Mon Dec 13, 2010 6:03 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Stern Step Handrail
Replies: 1
Views: 4282

Re: Stern Step Handrail

Do a search on the PDQ 36 section. I had one built by the company that did the original work. I sent them a profile of the transom with stud locations and when I received it the fit was spot on. I ended up installing a 4" deck plate on the second step riser to access the lower bolts. The stbd s...
by Bob
Thu Nov 18, 2010 10:52 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Dinghy davits dimensions?
Replies: 12
Views: 14808

Re: Dinghy davits dimensions?

I just got a quote on building an arch to hold solar panels and the dingy--- YIKES! $8800 plus installation for a simple 2 tube raked arch seems a little pricey to me. I seem to recall someone mentioning the bench seat purchased from the factory was about $1800 but it could have been a dream. Does a...
by Bob
Sun Nov 14, 2010 6:38 pm
Forum: Diesel Engines
Topic: SD20 Saildrive parts
Replies: 4
Views: 18540

Re: SD20 Saildrive parts

Thanks, Phil, I've changed out my 15 x 9 for 16 x 11. Big difference! I had to modify my skegs a bit to do it.
by Bob
Fri Oct 29, 2010 9:13 am
Forum: Diesel Engines
Topic: SD20 Saildrive parts
Replies: 4
Views: 18540

Re: SD20 Saildrive parts

Hi Phil, What size is the folding prop?
by Bob
Mon Sep 27, 2010 6:56 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Dinghy davits dimensions?
Replies: 12
Views: 14808

Re: Dinghy davits dimensions?

One more excuse to sell the house and move aboard. Thanks Phil.