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UGH! I just got quoted $240 (delivered) for one battery by a battery wholesaler in the Tidewater area. Any know of a cheaper source? I need to replace all of them (16)..... Thanks, Skip

Every time it rains I get a small leak right above the lower helm station. The water usually drips onto the starboard ignition location. -The flybridge console has a cover on it -The side drain holes on the flybridge console and seating areas are clear of obstructions Does anyone else...

We are planning a 10 day trip from Rock Hall Md to the NY area. Does anyone know of good anchorages enroute or scenic places to anchor? I'd appreciate any help on figuring out an itinerary. Thanks Skip

We are interested in overhauling our installed stereo system rather than installing a new speaker system. Has anyone tried to work with the "stereo Level" control- which is very "scratchy" in volume when you turn it? Can they be cleaned/overhauled, or should we just buy a new speaker system...

The thread on Shore Power got me thinking about a problem I have had with occasionally blowing shore power fuzes. The mechanic says I am using the wrong procedure to hook up shore power. Basically, I close the shore breaker last on the pier to bring power aboard. Is that the correct way to do...

Anyone familiar with Marinas in the Ft Myers and Naples area? It's hard to find info on them! Next year we hope to take the boat down to Florida and if the water level is OK, take the Lake O route to the west coast of Florida and work our way back to Key West. Any info on good marinas...

Can anyone please tell me how many light bulbs go around the vanity glass in the master bed room (next to the closet) on a 53 MY? We forgot to count them before we left the boat today. Thanks

I took some readings last weekend - using my Floscans for MPG and tach reading, and GPS SOG for speed. My Floscan tach readings don't match my mechanical rpm guage in the pilot house so the data is off a bit (50-100 RPM lower than the mechanical tachs). Using SOG is also dependent upon...

Does anyone have a silouette drawing of a 53 MY? I see lots of great photos, but drawings of our classics are hard to find. Thanks in advance

I appologize for bringing the frequently discussed refrigerator topic, but I have a problem in finding a unit that will fit in my 53 MY. In reviewing the old topics on refrigerators, all the models that were referenced have now been discontinued. Has anyone found a refrigerator that is still...

The generator access hatch on my 53MY is huge. I was thinking of putting in a piano hinge and some sort of hydrolic lift. Has anyone done this before? What type of lifting device did you use? How did you keep the hatch flat with the deck when not in use? I think a pneumatic arm would not...

The 15 kw Westebeak genset has 11,800 hours on it with low compression in one cylinder. It runs fine, but drinks its share of oil. The yard tells me it is time to repower- it is not worth trying to rebuild (electrical side...). I have heard good things about the Northern Lights 16 kw genset...

We live in the Annapolis, MD. area, and I am interested in finding a good diesel maintenance course (1-2 weeks long) to help me learn to maintain my 8-71's by myself. Anyone have any suggestions? I'm willing to travel to get the course. Thanks, Skip

I have three galleymaid toilet pumps available for sale. They all work and are in great shape. I shifted over to vacuflush, so these three pumps need to go to a good home. Price negotiable (whatever you think is fair). Located in Annapolis. 410 268-4663 if interested. Skip Mad Hatteras

I am purchasing a 1981 53 ft Hatteras MY. Does anyone know the exact size of the two fuel tanks (approx 700 gallons), and two holding tanks? I would appreciate any help. Thanks, Skip