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The use otf 1/8 inch sheet acrylic has worked out well; however, damage caused while the enclosure was detached during handrail varnishing made me do things over with some improvements. I used ss angle brackets to allow the acrylic to be lower: Inside, i used 1/2" teak held in place by more...

Your work looks good, better than mine at that stage. I looked back thru my pictures to refresh my memory and found a few that might be of interest. Screw locations are noted by the orange circles and the sticky tabs. Some screws cannot be reached. Prying and shimming from the back did...

I came across a rather interestingly shaped hull bottom. It looks like it might work well, but the fact that I have never seen this shape make me think otherwise. Any thoughts?

On a recent visit to one of the DIY yards here I came across this old Hatteras. I am wondering if this boat came out of the factory as a yachtfisherman.

Three of the best purchases I've made for the boat were a drawing of Lilly Marie, imprinted T-shirts, and frosted plastic cups all from Samsmarine. We have enjoyed using them and giving them as boat party favors. Good quality fairly priced, good to buy yourself for Christmas, or whenever.

The Main electric panel ( 43 DC 1983 ) has red indicator lights for the battery charger and the water heater. A few months ago the charger indicator light started blinking on occasion, but usually staying on while the breaker was on. Recently the light started staying off and occasionally...

We had an after work boat ride Wednesday and I noticed an unanticipated use for Lilly Marie's new drink holder. Old foam pool floats, Memory Foam, and Naugahyde stapled to plywood back board have worked out well for comfortable fwd deck seat cushions. Afternoon delight for grandparents

Our boat trip was the day after Independence Day. A excellent time was had on the boat and on the island. Family and friends covering 3 generations and the focus was upon those still dependent. The Hatteras provided the place for us to get together and various additions to the boat added to...

A friend of mine is looking for a boat and asked what I thought of a 2006 Chris Craft Roamer 40. From the photos I saw, all I could say was "nice boat". It did not look much like my preferred boat and have no idea about the quality. The layout looked good. The boat has Volvo IPS. He is...

I use a diesel fuel additive which is supposed to help the boat engines. I cannot say that it makes a difference but I assume it helps the old engines keep running. In the same vein, I have started applying a combination of Vitamins C, E, and Ferulic acid to my skin to help it deal with...

Since resolving a few installation issues, thanks forum members and Magnum customer support, I continue to be pleased with the inverter. It has kept the refrigerator, freezer, and stereo running for a number of day trips. When the shore power is turned off, the inverter turns itself on without...

We carry several foam pool floats on the boat. Storage is a problem. The deck above the cabin is a popular place to lay out. Laying the floats on the deck and covering them with a vinyl sheet works well and provides a cushion. I used toggle ball bungee cords to hold the cover it place. It...

It is raining and I have some help, and I want to deep clean the wood inside the cabin. That led to removing the teak trim and a discovery that when you remove the trim around the port side cabinet in the cabin you open up something new. Thought you might like to see what is behind the paneling.

Paint has flaked off the stbd Covington 671 ti oil pan and I want to prime and paint it. No rust shows and I wonder if it is aluminum? Please let me know which metal. Thanks

The interior teak and Afromosia veneer is 30 years old, and discolored. Murphy Wood Soap does not phase it. I suspect the old sealer needs to come off and the wood deep cleaned. I have read through the relevant posts I could find. My thoughts run to a varnish stripper followed by wood...

We went out yesterday, and on the way back I discovered that the FB helm didn't work. Today, after studying steering repairs on the forum I gathered up fluid and tools and went down to the boat. The fluid level was fine, the pressure was less than 5 psi. After putting in 30 lbs of air I went...

I recently started construction of a kit model boat. The Dumas American Express offshore supply boat. It is an interesting kit with lots of pre-cut wood parts, many, but not all of which fit just fine. For instance the hull panels are oversized and require quite a bit of cutting. I...

The recent hard freezes here led me to put covers over the engine room vents. With warmer weather has come high humidity. I set up a small (30 pint) portable dehumidifier in the ER and it has done a nice job of keeping humidity at 45-50 inside vs the 80-90 outside. I am planning on connecting...

I am considering the installation of an electric outlet in the aft deck, probably in the post / wire chase running between the cabin roof and the hardtop and located on the centerline next to the helm of the 43 DC. Information regarding installation options or considerations will be...

I noticed a wet spot in the aft cabin bedroom stbd side which led me to look up for the source. I noticed what looked like grey caulk over the headliner in the fwd stbd corner. When I removed the "caulk" I realized it was very light weight and seems to be more of a growth. Whatever it is, I...