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by SecondWind
Thu Mar 16, 2017 6:07 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Need some information
Replies: 3
Views: 6625

Re: Need some information

Send a private message to mikeandrebecca (Zero to cruising) who are members on this forum. They have spent a lot of time in Grenada and can probably help you with local sources.
by SecondWind
Mon Mar 13, 2017 6:55 am
Forum: PDQ Altair (PDQ 32) Forum
Topic: Solar panels
Replies: 6
Views: 10571

Re: Solar panels

Look on e-bay and find the best bargain in a solar kit. Try to find a MPPT controller if you can. I would suggest going to 4-6v golf cart batteries, 2 each in series for your 12v output. As far as the panels go, you want enough wattage to run things onboard (Fridge, watermaker, etc.) and still have ...
by SecondWind
Tue Mar 07, 2017 4:34 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: URGENT - Rudder replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 8248

Re: URGENT - Rudder replacement

According to my records hull 36057 is a classic. PDQ rudders are different for classics and LRCs.
by SecondWind
Wed Feb 22, 2017 6:54 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Fridge compressor water intake location?
Replies: 11
Views: 13573

Re: Fridge compressor water intake location?

As far as I know, all of the original installations were Nova Kool refrigerators. An Adler Barber unit was probably installed by a previous owner. None of the originals used cooling water.
by SecondWind
Tue Feb 21, 2017 12:38 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: Surveyor recommendation
Replies: 4
Views: 15197

Re: Surveyor recommendation

I would recommend that you find one on the BOAT US list: https://www.boatus.com/insurance/survey.asp
They list competent surveyors since they also insure boats.
by SecondWind
Mon Feb 20, 2017 8:24 am
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: Surveyor recommendation
Replies: 4
Views: 15197

Re: Surveyor recommendation

Where in Florida? It is a rather large state.
by SecondWind
Tue Jan 17, 2017 7:06 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Weight and dimension of Hardtop
Replies: 6
Views: 16447

Re: Weight and dimension of Hardtop

Take a look at this option. We put one on our present boat and love it. You can't walk on it, but it's a great way to replace a canvas bimini. http://www.hardtotop.com/
by SecondWind
Wed Dec 14, 2016 5:56 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Galley sink saltwater faucet
Replies: 9
Views: 15688

Re: Galley sink saltwater faucet

We had a factory installed unit in Second Wind. It was connected through the A/C cooling hose and used only a foot pump.
by SecondWind
Sun Dec 11, 2016 7:08 am
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: White gelcoat color?
Replies: 2
Views: 6189

Re: White gelcoat color?

I'm not sure about the 34's, but our 36 did not have gel coat. It was painted.
by SecondWind
Sun Nov 06, 2016 5:53 am
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: New Bimini color
Replies: 3
Views: 5436

Re: New Bimini color

Maybe a hardtop replacement? http://www.hardtotop.com/
by SecondWind
Mon Aug 29, 2016 10:03 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Where does head hose connect to holding tank?
Replies: 8
Views: 11039

Re: Where does head hose connect to holding tank?

Try a couple of doses of Odorlos. We had the same problem and it got rid of the smell without replacing the hoses. you can buy it at Campingworld (cheaper) or West Marine.
by SecondWind
Sun Aug 07, 2016 6:16 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Stern mounted outboards
Replies: 4
Views: 7423

Re: Stern mounted outboards

The hatch was cut from 3" above the shower floor, across the angle to 3" below the upper (3" all around). A seal was placed and it was secured with sliding pins. We had it done in Annapolis by a professional marine carpenter. I don't have any pictures and we no longer own the boat. Af...
by SecondWind
Sat Jul 30, 2016 10:44 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Stern mounted outboards
Replies: 4
Views: 7423

Re: Stern mounted outboards

We had a large hatch cut into the Shower stall which gave us unrestricted access to the starboard engine. Access on the port engine was already OK.
by SecondWind
Wed Jul 20, 2016 10:35 am
Forum: PDQ Altair (PDQ 32) Forum
Topic: Replacement Sails
Replies: 2
Views: 5671

Re: Replacement Sails

I would suggest calling several sailmakers to get quotes!
by SecondWind
Wed Jul 13, 2016 1:27 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Emergency Tiller
Replies: 8
Views: 11372

Re: Emergency Tiller

Sam, There was one on SecondWind. If you contact Don he might be willing to show it to you if he still has it. It was nothing but a piece of bent pipe with a slit in the end. He's on this forum.