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Monthly Archives: January 2015
iPad holder
The RAM iPad holder makes it easier to put your tablet just where you want it, important as it has so much functionality. We have it paired with our Delorme Inreach Satcom so we can view weather and messages. It … Continue reading
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Stopping leaks in Gebo hatches
I have finally fixed the leaking forard Gebo hatch, after initially tightening the handles, replacing rubber seals and then the sealant holding the lenses, all which were unsuccessful. We have now used Fixtech (superior Aussie version of Sikaflex) around the … Continue reading
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Generator tested, halyards and winches
Cranked up our new Gentrax “jennyrator” as bear calls it. Very quiet and delivers 2kva. It fits through the forard hatch and stows underneath the forard berth. Also replaced main halyard and topping lift, plus serviced the winches.
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Satellite Weather
Have set up our 72 hour satellite weather forecast using Ocens Spotcast via the Delorme Inreach Satellite Communicator. It gives the key weather parameters for every 6 hours in the 72 hour period. Pretty useful when out of cell phone … Continue reading
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