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    Cav 32 modifications for ocean sailing

    in TechTalk

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    Our Family had the Cav 32, Sunbird in the 80s.  Great boat.  It was always kept in great condition, and for many years fastidiously maintained in Mangonui. 
    About 5 - 10 years ago a French couple purchased it and have set it up for offshore.  They moved chainplates out to the hull.  Not sure why. Photo below.  
    It was very cool to find out 30+ years later the old boat was being well looked after.

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    Aground in the Noises

    in MarineTalk

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    Related to Fishing boat grounding at Noises Island, but a bigger issue / subject altogether...  Grim.  


    https://gulfjournal.org.nz/2024/04/diver-finds-ecological-disaster-at-site-of-chokyu-maru-grounding/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3nrT7j2U6phn9soP_o3Gbb0SMI5xrAcrcaow814FotPZGyqLl-6Z0kxIM_aem_AbD-6C0q2ATivKkdBZIZnhC8wzsWMULNmSxnPLgbfrd_IQbYxm8otzNIfSYMxc7cVis7V2XDsw7EF-ch27Qm1Vfp
    The next day underwater photographer Shaun Lee visited the site to see what damage had been done. He found a 9m2 gash in the reef where the large ship had made impact with massive force, leaving a tonne of broken rubble.  
    However, it was not the worst damage to be found.  The ship had crashed into what several decades ago was a rich shallow reef filled with biodiverse seaweed forests and an abundant marine community. Now a near moon landscape featured in the dive, with little sign of life barring some tattered stalks of seaweed and turfing algae.   

    SailGP

    in RaceTalk

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    13 hours ago, CarpeDiem said:

    SailGP has chosen to hold its event in a marine mammal sanctuary that was established for the protection of Hector’s dolphins.

    Bang on CP.  
    After all the experience Auckland has had with Americas Cups etc, hard to believe our esteemed Civil Servants and SailGP couldn't make it work.  

    Boom Tent Battens

    in TechTalk

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    15 hours ago, Addem said:

    I have some collapsible tent poles you can have.  I'll dig them out and pm you the specs. 

    I'm wondering how effective the 15mm collapsible / sectional tent poles would be?   Especially if applied to a 3 metre wide boom tent.  

    They looks to be available at Mitre 10 and Marine Deals (in a week or two)
    https://www.mitre10.co.nz/shop/kiwi-camping-fibreglass-tent-pole-kit/p/217875
    https://www.marine-deals.co.nz/kiwi-camping-fibreglass-dome-tent-pole-section-15mm-qty-5

    Compressor Freezer and Fridge system for sale

    in Classifieds

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    Compressor Freezer and Fridge system has been replaced on Oliver Sudden.  It was working exceptional well, regularly froze beer cans in the short trips going to and from racing.  Only replaced because it developed a copper pipe leak deep within the insulation and the repair required complete deconstruction of Freezer and Fridge cabinetry.   So, I've switched to 12v, suits my usage, especially shore power. 

     Compressor Freezer and Fridge system
    - Sanden SD 508 Compressor
    - Copper Raw Water Heat Exchanger (approx. 700mm long painted black)
    - Flexible connecting pipes
    - Emerson Liquid Line Filter Drier 
    - Stainless Steel Freezer / Fridge cabinet / Includes SS Door covers (Not included in photos)

    Open to reasonable offers.  Would prefer to go to a boat or project than recycling.   A Sanden SD 508 Compressor appears to worth about NZD$670 new https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/car-parts-accessories/performance/other/listing/4518396923  Cheaper examples on Ebay etc.  

    I'm not a plumbing or refrigeration tech, so can't help with anything to technical, or suggestions for installation. 

    Ideally, would like to sell the lot.   Hopefully, this can help someone in the crew.org community.  Win-Win.  

    Cheers Scott 

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    Gas stove glass door shattered- Mariner Princess

    in TechTalk

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    On 11/01/2024 at 9:04 AM, vortex said:

    Question does anyone know where I could find a replacement door for an otherwise perfectly good stove? I know they don’t supply parts officially any more. Or maybe if the door can be re-glazed?

    @vortex I've just replaced my Mariner Oven.  Oven stopped working 2023, so decided not worth repair, and replaced with new.

    Was planning to sell for spares and parts.  I'm Auckland based.  Message me if interested....

    Cheers Scott

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    SSANZ Triple Series 2023

    in ShortTalk

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    Impressive start and race from Hard Labour.   Well done Cam.
    Respect to Psyche for the spinnaker at the start too.  Hope the crew and boat are on the mend.
    Not everyone saw Prism try for the spinnaker on the reach to the Noises.  It was a gutsy effort. 

    NAVY BUOY

    in Everything Else

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    BBYC sometimes uses Navy Buoy on Harbour Courses.  We used it about three weeks ago.  There was an inflatable round buoy instead of the old steel barrel buoy.   Not exactly easy to see... We just assumed it was a temporary measure to repair the old Navy Buoy.  It had been getting rustier and lower in the water lately.... 

    BBYC Two-Handed Series 2022-23 / entries close Friday 18th November

    in ShortTalk

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    Wishing I had posted this a few weeks earlier...
    BBYC Two-Handed Series for 2022-23 has been expanded to 6 races over 3 weekends.  The weekend start and finish are at Motukorea Racing Bouy.  Easily accessible for plenty of Auckland based Two Handed yachts.    

    This is open to Non BBYC Members too.  

    Race 1     26 November Round Rangi Race
    Race 2     24 February 
    Race 3     25 February 
    Race 4     26 February 
    Race 5     11 March 
    Race 6     12 March 

    Race 2, 3 and 4 is a full weekend, with two overnighters.  Start and finish expected at Motukorea Racing Bouy.

    Race 5 and 6 are over a weekend, with an overnight stay.  Start and finish expected at Motukorea Racing Bouy.

    The course for Race 2 and Race 5 will be advised online and via the WhatsApp group before 2359hrs on the Wednesday before the race day.
    Courses for Race 3 ,4 and 6 will be advised on the beach and via VHF on the morning of the race.

    NOR https://www.bbyc.org.nz/_files/ugd/da4264_9c9a30e07b0741958ddf38df2b28c665.pdf

    Sailing Instructions https://www.bbyc.org.nz/_files/ugd/da4264_73142be107d04395b602d36a2d121ec4.pdf

    Closing date for series entry is 1600hrs Friday 18th November. Late entries may be accepted at the committee’s decisions along with an additional payment of $75.
    Entry includes Two Free T-Shirts.  Great design by GrafixArt.  

    Thanks to series sponsor, Hunt Electrical.  

    Soft shackles

    in TechTalk

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    5 minutes ago, aardvarkash10 said:

    whats the advantage over just tying the sheet to the 

    We found Soft Shackles helped with timing the Genoa and Jib in.  Always the same size, not like a bowline.  So better as a reference for timing. 

    Also, the bowline on the sheet needed to be very small otherwise it would touch or restrict the Jib car.  

    Soft shackles

    in TechTalk

    Posted

    I've found these instructions really helpful.  https://l-36.com/soft_shackle_9.php   Great little calculator to help with measurements and sizings. 

    Added them to new Genoa / Jib Sheets.  A small eye splice on the sheet means the soft shackle fits in tightly and stays there permanently.  

    Agree with Carpe Diem.  They take two hands, to attach and remove, which can be a drawback.  

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