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Its probably boring, but as my haulout is approaching I try to get everything ready by then. The next one is the rudder bearing material. I have access to engineering workshop and various machinery and I'm capable to make things, I would prefer to make this one as well as I don't think it would be too complicated. However I could use some help to find the suitable stuff for the job. About 8 years ago someone mentioned Vesconite on this forum as a good one, which is probably right but I couldn't find supplier for it. So if someone have any suggestion, I would much appreciate that.

Is it simple? Is it cost effective? Yes. Great to see some creativity over the "get a new one" perspective.

I was juggling between those two, ended up to buying the 18mm one... pretty heavy... only two weeks to go, try to get everything ready by then.

I looking for a "B" type instrument panel or RPM gauge and sensor only for a Yanmar 2gm 20 engine, on reasonable price.

Ok I going to do it with marine ply. 18mm should be fine.

I have a few project on my list when I take Topaz out from the water, one of them to change the foredeck layout as it isn't as good. That includes the extension of the anchor locker for two reason, one is obvious to have more space for chan and anchor, the second on to create some extra reinforcement for a bollard (for mooring line). So I'm going to add a bulkhead approximately 350-400mm aft the existing one, which is the wall of the current locker. The plan is to fiberglass it in and outside with a couple of lay of fabric which mean it will be sealed completely. Does it worth to get marine pl

Thanks I wasn't sure.

Here is a pearl from the dawn of my single handed ambitions.

Oh no, is it true?

We can't see too many of those in Lyttelton, but we have a few gems too.

Thanks, I saw it. I'd rather go for a new.

This is what I'm talking about... (I don't like my lifeline either, boat coming out on 27th, that is one thing on the endless list)

As Puff earlier started a great topic with intention to show our own boat sailing, it become clear very quickly that is almost impossible for the very simple reason. The best what "we" could show is a few shot on board, splashing waves, sunrise, sunset etc. Which is awesome. I keep returning for those pictures when I couldn't go away, even for a few hours. However, the nice "full body" boat pictures usually come from someone else if we lucky enough to get them. So I would like to start this topic, to show those boats who sails along us. Presumably everybody has camera on board (at least a "ver

Hm... one more question, just to be sure, if I go for two blade propeller from three blade, should I consider to make any extra shaft support, or different type of bearing? I can imagine with less blades, less balanced run, increased wear on bearings. I'm confident I'll go for two blade folding if I have enough space.

What a relief... I'd like to enjoy sailing and the only thing what I want from the propolution to give me a backup in case of emergency, plus short distance motoring like in and out from marina, anchorage like that. I don't think I ever enjoyed motoring anywhere in any distance with a two cylinder diesel so I will try to avoid in the future anyway. Obviously on a larger vessel have a bit more importance of the "motoring" capability and I understand it better to do on the most efficient way. So I guess I have one thing left, to pick the brand... Tough one... Gori, Bri-Ski eventually same pri

Good to have local support, as I'm in Christchurch/Lyttelton I wouldn't expect to get that much support. Do you have them on a cat?

Yes I'm drifting towards the two blade folding, and actually I hoping a bit more than a "guesstimate" from a manufacturer, whoever it will be. That is the reason why I would prefer to get a purpose made with respect all known factor. Am I expecting too much?

I'm pleased as the task to chose the right folding propeller is not the easiest, also I couldn't expect 100% result. Good. I realized how difficult to compare those propellers in any circumstances as they are so complex "creatures" and all has good and bad side. Also to get a folding propeller, just like choosing a boat, is a compromise so I accept the fact I will sacrifice a few things to gain a bit of speed, sailing angle and reduce ware on the shaft seal. So I'm aware of this. Do I have to expect anything else than slightly less top speed forward and less power in reverse?

Lots of great info, I learned again. Actually I have to check the clearance between the shaft end and the rudder. In memory I have plenty of space, but looking this picture (one of the 15 Chargers) not as great as I remembered. It looks like a feathering two blade on the picture... maybe a reason for it. Conclusion: due the engine size and the nature of Kiwiprop that is out, let see the available space and go from there. The preference is geared folding type (two or three blade)... but who knows Thanks for the comments anyway

I had a great reading about autopilots after I asked for opinions and that was a great help to make my decision, so here is another theoretical question, well not so theoretical as I'm looking to replace my existing three blade fixed propeller and it seems a good idea to go for something more sophisticated (complicated). Earlier I researched about these propellers and I realised all manufacturer makes better product than the opposition. Anyway I kept Kiwiprop and Gori on my shortlist, and honestly I tending to go for the Gori, just because it looks more robust for me. I really would like to

Are you still around?

Do you need Cat1 to get the Chathams?

Cheers Matt (?) Yes Topaz slightly heavier when she is full of "crap", I'm still taking stuff from board. The design weight is 3800kg so have lots of thing to remove, at least what I never will use. However around 5000kg is pretty much a reasonable target to achieve and that is just the max on the 22. I always been curious why is the weight restriction on TPs because the required force on the helm depends on the balance. In fact you could struggle to hold a 22 footer trailer sailer's tiller when easily can hold the tiller on a 40 footer ferro boat with two fingers. So I'm fairly confident 22

I can see your point, in the other hand good to have a TP to go below get a drink from the fridge on hot days.... so I still have a few months before I really need it...

Thanks IT pm on the way, Yes she is very well balanced on its own way, not much force required to steer but that needs to be constant.