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Having past experiences with retrofitting Chilled Water systems in commercial construction, I know that insulating of pipe runs is absolutely critical and very difficult to do correctly. Given the "tightness" of boat installations coupled with associated vibration levels, I've shied away from...

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Mid 200 - mid 300 When I purchased boat in early 2019, quotes were very low 100s. Decided to use for a few years before painting; ouch….

I’ve gotten quotes to completely paint a 75’ MY from a few Fort Lauderdale yards, it was shocking! Given that the boat goes north in the summer, can anyone recommend a yard north of Florida to quote this project? Hopefully the quotes may be more reasonable…. Brett

Try Yachts and Diesels in Ft Lauderdale, they have quite a few mostly dead Onans they’re breaking down for parts. 954-584-0042

I need to move my boat (75’ SDMY) from Spanish Wells, Bahamas to Norfolk in the beginning of July. Typically, my wife and I would do the trip via leisurely hopping up the east coast. This year, I’m contemplating Leaving wife ashore, getting some buds together plus hiring a mate in order to...

We are in Ft Lauderdale prepping for Bahamas trip. While doing systems check realized my fire suppression system is due for inspection. Can anyone recommend a vendor? Brett

To those of you familiar with cruising in the NE, I need a bit of advice. The boat is currently laying in Portland. Unfortunately, life reared it’s ugly head and is making it difficult For me to begin a southern migration. Should be able to clear all issues by late October and be available To...

We are currently in Annapolis, heading towards Maine. However, we plan on visiting NYC to visit our daughter the week after next. Given that we have a week to burn, can anyone make a few cruising suggestion around the upper Chesapeake (first time in area)? Brett

The generator is still giving me fits, history so far Ran for 5 day stretch 24/7, no issues. On final 30 minutes of day Five unit died. - Discovers large chunk of smutz clogging ball area of Racor. - Installed new kit in Racor. - New Racor filter - New secondary Onan fuel filter - Discoverd...

Can someone tell me who would sell a direct replacement fuel pump for Onan Generator in FLL? Part # 149-2331-01 I’d rather not re-plumb for a generic pump.

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I was doing some routine Maint on my HVAC raw water system, while pulling a hose the SCH 80 PVC manifold assembly broke into two. Not being one to overthink issues….. I assembled new manifolds using 316 Stainless. Do I need to tie new assembly into The grounding system or protect w pencil...