Cleaning the tank is a good idea if you have a serious problem. Prevention works well before a real stink starts. SeaLand is the most common...
Adambomb, although it's good to know how everything works on your boat, be aware that you cannot use any sort of overboard discharge where you...
All this reminds me of when I was looking to buy a house. Many were unbelievable messes but then the was one where, not only was the house a mess...
So far I've been waiting 24 years for someone to give me my big break. Personally I'd never hire anyone without at least 5 years of OJT. The...
Just to give fair warning, unless you're a ship's captain or a military officer you'll be looking a bit like Rodney Dangerfield. Most guys on...
Your best protection is the area where you reside. Goes for home, boats or anything else. Boating tends to breed a culture of honesty, even with...
After all the Costa stuff this is very good to hear, and I'd expect (hope) more the norm.
From reading that article it sounds as if the ship was well aware of the cargo vessels position and course ('started sounding its forward horn')....
Most of the interior cabinet hinges I've run into are standard kitchen type (mostly the European style on newer boats), available on-line or at...
Considering how few 4x4's are in Florida that should stick out like a sore thumb (except that it's white). I'd guess it's in a containor heading...
Running angle. Running into the seas you've probably dropped you bow down to cut the waves. Generally a more efficient position. Bow down with...
Be aware that most people do fail one section of the test their first time through, but it's NBD. I believe you can usually retest right away. I...
There is definitely a case that could be made to recind the deal for fraud if that's your desire. There's definitely a case to be made against...
I'm gathering from your post that you have now completed the physical exam, color blind test and drug test? Get your Sea Service forms filled out...
Most of these yachts were used for "coastal patrols" Here's a piece that will give you an idea about their actual use: From: William Joseph...
Here's an interesting link on Aras II which served as the presidential yach for 2 presidents: For sale Presidential Yacht – USS WILLIAMSBURG used...
Many private yachts were acquitted by the Navy during WWII for coastal patrols. Here's a little info on the first pic: She worked out of Ft....
Some like her; some don't, but she sure doesn't go anywhere without getting noticed. I remember when the Highlander held that distinction. Times...
Depends on the boat and how fancy. I've worked some steel boats with insulation only in the house, but not in the hull where the crew bunks are....
I see it's been awhile since you rolled over in your sleep and laid your back against a steel hull on a winter's night K1W1.:eek:
