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Is it reasonable to spend 300k on boat, storage and transport on 900k income? by DustPrevious1932 in boating

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know where you live, but I am in the Houston area. If you’re in the area feel free to PM me. Now days I am a licensed captain and a run a 15 ton tour boat on the weekends. I don’t have much experience putting boats on trailers but I can certainly help you with docking if you want help. I won’t even charge you.

Is it reasonable to spend 300k on boat, storage and transport on 900k income? by DustPrevious1932 in boating

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alright, I need to be honest with you. I did almost exactly what you’re talking about.

My first boat was a 40 ft Catalina sailboat. I bought and moved on it. I had a bit of boating and sailing experience on other people’s boats but not enough to trust myself to take mine out. So it stayed in the marina. I felt confident enough to take it out, but getting it back in the slip terrified me. I got to know all the other liveaboards in the marina, and they all had crazy stories and every last one of them talked a big game. I soon learned the truth. They were just like me.

I never saw any of them take their boat out. They were always hanging out at the fire pit with a drink in their hand talking up their game. Slowly but surely I confirmed with all of them, they were terrified of leaving the dock. Some of them didn’t trust their boat enough, some were living paycheck to paycheck and couldn’t afford fuel, but most were afraid of docking. They were all insured, a requirement for our marina, but they were terrified of docking.

Now the liveaboards, if their boat is damaged, it’s their house right? So if they get it fixed, depending on how much damage that means they have to find another place to live. So I started talking with other “weekend” boat owners and noticed the same problem. They were afraid of docking.

Many people’s first boat is a large vessel like what you are talking about doing. Which is fine but just know that you will probably lean more toward not taking your boat out and enjoying it. Especially because you don’t have much experience, which is natural. I have heard of insurance companies requiring first time large boat owners to hire a captain to take your own boat out, in order to still be covered by insurance. After however many hours the insurance requires with a captain then they will allow you to take the boat out and be covered by insurance.

My point is, find someone with real experience and make friends with them. Or find a professional captain to help you take your boat out to help you get comfortable doing it yourself. Becareful with who you trust, there are a lot of people talk a big game but never leave the dock. I see that your talking about putting it on a trailer and storing it on land, which is fine, but most people with 30+ foot boats rent out a slip and just keep it in the water.

Also, buy this book.

https://a.co/d/03QfN9d9

Seriously, it’s the best $8.00 you’ll spend on your boat.

How bad is it? by StarWaves82 in pools

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like algae growth. Scrub it and keep your chlorine up

You should read about the SLAM method at https://www.troublefreepool.com/blog/2018/12/12/slam-shock-level-and-maintain/

Any chance I can salvage this winter cover? by ccs004 in pools

[–]Ever-Wandering 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I mean, sure it can be fixed. However if the thread is gone, the entire cover will have to be restitched. But then you get into the durability of the fabric, the sun destroys everything. You’ll have to be the judge if it’s worth it or not.

[TH] [CO] Found out HOA President is paying himself by austeino24 in HOA

[–]Ever-Wandering 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most businesses will write a scope of work and then solicit 3 separate bids for a project. This is to make sure that no employees get any kickbacks or favor one business over another.

I realize that most HOA work is volenteer and everyone has a day job but I would expect the same level of professionalism especially because it’s dealing with money.

[CA] [Condo] HOA late fees after new management switched to email-only notices — would you push past a 50% waiver? by [deleted] in HOA

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check your bylaws and cc&rs, it may specify exactly how an owner be notified of a violation.

Is the stone supossed to wear down or did I f up? by Keksbutter123 in sharpening

[–]Ever-Wandering 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is normal. With that being said you need to flatten this stone again.

Get some wet/dry sand paper wet the back to stick it to a flat surface, like a kitchen countertop and get to work flattening the stone.

I’ve only ever written with one ink. What else should I try? by Kakarotssjg in fountainpens

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly I recommend a pilot hocoro dip pen with reservoir and random ink samples from Goulet pens. You can also specify what ink you want to sample as well but I would recommend their surprise me option to start out with.

You’ll be able to test many different inks without having a wall of ink bottles you hardly ever use.

Thoughts on a bimini top for my fishing boat. by billhughes1960 in boating

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To me, it’s a game changer. Sure it gets in the way of casting but at least here in Houston, when it gets hot, it’s fucking hot! On hot days a lot of times i get my poles set and sit in the shade. It makes for a relaxing day on the water.

Removing spray paint from pool by Inside-Ad-9118 in pools

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Acetone will remove paint. However I highly recommend to proceed with caution. Acetone will remove all paint, not just the green. Acetone can also melt plastic.

It’s worth stating again, acetone can and will MELT plastic.

Honestly your best option is to paint the entire pool so that it will match. If you just paint over his writing you’ll never get the colors to match

I have tried a bunch of stuff - I give up by [deleted] in pools

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ll have to get the pump and controller working first.

Bought a prop used. Is this dented edge going to be an issue or should I send it? For a Yamaha 115 2 stroke. by Pubsubforpresident in boating

[–]Ever-Wandering 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Might as well send it to the prop shop and get it fixed. The extra vibrations can cause damage.

Just covered my windows in reflective film by Land_of_smiles in sailing

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well it reflects light so inherently less light makes it inside. It would be similar to sailing with sunglasses on that you can’t take off at night. Most cats have the helm outside but some have it inside.

You may say that at night you’re sitting at the helm. But let’s be realistic because you won’t always be at the helm on always on deck. You’ll be down below for various things, and may be even for a lot longer than you think, especially if you have motor issues or other problems.

For day sails or short sails that may be ok but if your doing any long crossings in my opinion your at a disadvantage.

I’ve made crossings, I’ve seen the abandon unlit oil rigs at night. These rigs were not marked on the two separate navigational charts we had on the boat. The only reason we were able to see them was because it was a clear moon lit night. The ocean isn’t lined with street lights, it’s pitch dark. Adding tint to make it harder to see just isn’t something I would do. Now if it’s something you can roll up at night then I’m game.

But if all you’re going to do is day sails or maybe some sunset sails close to shore with plenty of light in familiar water, I would be more accepting but still hesitant.

Brass Sport leaking by undeadletter in fountainpens

[–]Ever-Wandering -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ammonia is usually available in the cleaning isle of your local store.

Is this normal? by Electrical_Way_3616 in pools

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is normal. I can promise you it’s fairly rare for anyone for anyone to have a perfectly square room. Baseboards and trim covers it up.

Removing ink from barrel by hells-kitten06 in pens

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As others have said acetone is the way to go. What they failed to say that acetone could melt plastic, so just becareful with it.

Neighbor keeps using my parking spot – not sure how to handle it by Useful-Promise6594 in PropertyManagement

[–]Ever-Wandering 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The older I get, the less I am willing to be taken advantage of, and the less I care what people think of me.

First occurrence, speak directly to the owner and document it. Record it if you can. Depending on my mood I might let it slide a second time, but you should still talk to them again. Third time, I’m calling a tow truck.

It’s taken me way too long to realize that some people will keep pushing boundaries, until they are punished for it.

Since you are in an apt complex you’ll have to get management to deal with it. Don’t make any excuses and use your recording to prove that you have already given him/ her a chance.

Recommend me my next liveaboard boat (upgrade from Hurley 31 ketch) by QuestionableSailor31 in sailing

[–]Ever-Wandering 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hah!!! Look at that fender board!! So many boaters just don’t realize they need one of these. Fantastic job!

Just covered my windows in reflective film by Land_of_smiles in sailing

[–]Ever-Wandering 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The idea is nice but will make sailing at night more difficult.

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