Author Archives: Eric

Traded Turf for Surf

Posted on May 29, 2019 by Eric

The boat went away a couple years ago. I don’t want to rehash what a tough decision that was or how difficult it was to part with the boat. Of course I started pining again almost immediately for another one. … Continue reading →

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C-Head Composting Toilet Installed

Posted on July 7, 2013 by Eric

The new C-Head toilet is open for business! Installation was simple, though figuring out how to install the toilet took some doing. The base is larger than the previous Jabsco marine toilet and the raised platform inside the head compartment … Continue reading →

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Connecting Garmin 78sc to OpenCPN

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Eric

My antiquated knotmeter is out of commission due to a broken transducer. I’ll keep looking for a replacement but in the meantime I decided on simplicity and will monitor speed using a handheld GPS, the Garmin GPSMAP 78sc. I also … Continue reading →

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Pictorial: Boat Improvements 2013-05

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Eric
Before

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Before and After photos showing some of the work done April/May 2013 at Canal Boatyard in Seattle.

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Headless

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Eric

Today my boat became headless. I spent this beautiful, warm, sunny day removing the horrifically foul smelling Electro Scan waste processor along with associated electronics, hoses, pipes, and toilet. The work was unpleasant but the change is welcome. In place … Continue reading →

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