Search found 269 matches

by MetalHead
Wed Jan 31, 2018 6:29 am
Forum: GPS Systems
Topic: Remote Monitoring Systems
Replies: 0
Views: 18664

Remote Monitoring Systems

Came up in another thread and thought it would be a good broader topic. I have looked at some options for remote monitoring and wanted to see what others have looked into. Here is the one I looked at: BoatCommand http://www.boatcommand.com $299.00 plus $8.99 a month This is a pretty good system, but...
by MetalHead
Wed Jan 31, 2018 6:21 am
Forum: Corrosion
Topic: 1985 Sportsman Restoration Beginning
Replies: 11
Views: 38937

Re: 1985 Sportsman Restoration Beginning

Metal storage box - Rope locker, aka junk box :)
by MetalHead
Wed Jan 31, 2018 6:19 am
Forum: General Topics
Topic: Block Heater
Replies: 9
Views: 13181

Re: Block Heater

I don't at this point. But would love to. Looking at some options that could monitor temp and send an alert text if the temp drops below a particular level. Just have not wanted to go to some of the monthly service type of monitoring.
by MetalHead
Wed Jan 31, 2018 6:09 am
Forum: General Topics
Topic: Models
Replies: 10
Views: 16689

Re: Models

Well that's a deal. I would get it out of the water and do a hull and anode inspection. Would hate to see corrosion problems develop since you got such a great price!!
by MetalHead
Wed Jan 31, 2018 6:07 am
Forum: Marinette Admin Notices
Topic: Activation
Replies: 2
Views: 15369

Re: Activation

You can click on Notifications and mark read. I have activated all new users.
by MetalHead
Tue Jan 30, 2018 6:38 am
Forum: General Topics
Topic: Square Mount Fuel Sending Unit
Replies: 5
Views: 10132

Re: Square Mount Fuel Sending Unit

Steven,

You may be able to have (or make) an adaptor from a thick piece of aluminum.

Like this maybe?
by MetalHead
Tue Jan 30, 2018 6:01 am
Forum: Cabin and Interior
Topic: Refrigerator Replacement
Replies: 31
Views: 89282

Re: Refrigerator Replacement

Surely he goes naked? :lol:

Big BigMs Rule!
by MetalHead
Tue Jan 30, 2018 5:50 am
Forum: General Topics
Topic: Block Heater
Replies: 9
Views: 13181

Re: Block Heater

While pricey, the Xtreme bilge heaters are good ones.

http://www.xtremeheaters.com/buy

I use one in my boat and like it.
by MetalHead
Tue Jan 30, 2018 5:40 am
Forum: Corrosion
Topic: 1985 Sportsman Restoration Beginning
Replies: 11
Views: 38937

Re: 1985 Sportsman Restoration Beginning

Stainless is really your only choice for mounting. As for the deck, use as few screws as possible. I have planned to use a small (note small) amount of double sided tape as well on decks that do not come out often. The decks I replaced recently had it on all seams and it was a bear to get the floor ...