[Rhodes22-list] Tools and Supplies

Mon Jun 19 18:34:54 EDT 2006

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Art

-----Original Message-----
>From: "L. Sailor" <watermusic38 at yahoo.com>
>Sent: Jun 19, 2006 4:53 PM
>To: The Rhodes 22 mail list <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
>Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Tools and Supplies
>
>OV.
>
>elle
>
>--- "Arthur H. Czerwonky" <czerwonky at earthlink.net>
>wrote:
>
>> WM?
>> Art
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> >From: "L. Sailor" <watermusic38 at yahoo.com>
>> >Sent: Jun 18, 2006 10:42 AM
>> >To: The Rhodes 22 mail list
>> <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
>> >Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Tools and Supplies
>> >
>> >Ask Art. He started it... ;^)
>> >   
>> >  LOL
>> >   
>> >  Elle
>> >
>> >Rik Sandberg <sanderico at earthlink.net> wrote:
>> >  Hmmm ..... you guys been reading a lot of Mogambo
>> lately??? :)
>> >
>> >Rik
>> >
>> >-----Original Message-----
>> >>From: "L. Sailor" 
>> >>Sent: Jun 17, 2006 3:16 PM
>> >>To: The Rhodes 22 mail list 
>> >>Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Tools and Supplies
>> >>
>> >>I can see that this will take some rehearsal (TSR)
>> without the dog (WD). Until I get my R22 I can only
>> envision this...I think a strong tether for the dog
>> and me (STFDAM) should be added to my onboard supply
>> kit (and attachment points added on deck and in the
>> cockpit.)
>> >> 
>> >> 
>> >> thanks.
>> >> Elle
>> >> 
>> >> "Arthur H. Czerwonky" wrote:
>> >> Elly,
>> >>
>> >>I would try the end after you make sure the
>> topping lift is well secured, but keep the boom from
>> swinging out too far. In retrieving Fido, you would
>> be on the same side as the boom, so you wouldn't
>> want to tilt to dog (TTD) any more than you have to.
>> If you did, and fell overboard yourself (EOB), you
>> have many new options to ponder, none especially
>> positive (NEP).
>> >>
>> >>That said, I think we should all join Rummy at
>> Hartwell and drink up his rum...
>> >>
>> >>BTW, you could use a boom vang rig, or simply use
>> the main sheet rig for your pulleys, just detach
>> from the traveler and keep the boom end attached.
>> I'm sure that Stan, fearless leader and sage,
>> designed it all this way considering DOB situations
>> like yours. Isn't he wonderful?
>> >>
>> >>Here's to Fido,
>> >>
>> >>Art
>> >>
>> >>-----Original Message-----
>> >>>From: "L. Sailor" 
>> >>>Sent: Jun 17, 2006 11:19 AM
>> >>>To: The Rhodes 22 mail list 
>> >>>Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Tools and Supplies
>> >>>
>> >>>Art,
>> >>> 
>> >>> Where do you attach the block? I'm thinking of
>> DOB (dog overboard...as well as anything heavier
>> than I can lift.) At #80, there is no way I can get
>> her back if she goes over..
>> >>> 
>> >>> What kind and size of block would work?
>> >>> 
>> >>> Elle
>> >>>
>> >>>"Arthur H. Czerwonky" wrote:
>> >>> Slim,
>> >>>
>> >>>I use a few blocks for lifting aboard or onto the
>> boat, attached to the boom. MOB? Ice Chest?
>> >>>
>> >>>I keep a set of Allen wrenches for my BR rails
>> and for propeller adjustment/removal, or whatever
>> tool is needed to change the prop or adjust the prop
>> pitch. 
>> >>>
>> >>>I do not have Stan's special motor mount. I have
>> used a boom vang set, attached to the stern rail at
>> one end and the motor at the other, to adjust it to
>> higher or lower position, also as a very sturdy
>> safety attachment.
>> >>>
>> >>>A spare prop might be helpful also.
>> >>>
>> >>>Has anyone used the ProPulse or similar prop with
>> adjustable pitch?
>> >>>
>> >>>Your tool list is an excellent idea I need to
>> give a greater priority.
>> >>>
>> >>>Art
>> >>>
>> >>>-----Original Message-----
>> >>>>From: Slim 
>> >>>>Sent: Jun 15, 2006 11:39 PM
>> >>>>To: Rhodes22-list 
>> >>>>Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Tools and Supplies
>> >>>>
>> >>>>A small machete? In case I feel the need to pull
>> a David Livingston and do
>> >>>>a little hacking through the jungle? 8-) I
>> suppose that could happen.
>> >>>>
>> >>>>And OK, how many uses can you think of for a
>> snatch block? Anyone?
>> >>>>
>> >>>>Slim
>> >>>>
>> >>>>On 6/15/06 9:11 PM, "Bill Effros" wrote:
>> >>>>
>> >>>>> Slim,
>> >>>>> 
>> >>>>> I like to have a snatch block on board, too.
>> >>>>> 
>> >>>>> I don't know how I would use it, but I like
>> the sound of it.
>> >>>>> 
>> >>>>> Bill Effros
>> >>>>> 
>> >>>>> Robert Skinner wrote:
>> >>>>>> Slim, a few items that you may have but
>> didn't list...
>> >>>>>> 
>> >>>>>> Tools:
>> >>>>>> 
>> >>>>>> Small machete just inside hatch
>> >>>>>> Lighter (to seal line ends, etc.)
>> >>>>>> Small, medium, large pin punches
>> >>>>>> Magnet on telescopic handle
>> >>>>>> Long tweezers
>> >>>>>> 
>> >>>>>> Supplies:
>> >>>>>> 
>> >>>>>> Snatch block
>> >>>>>> Small pulleys - variety (1.5-2")
>> >>>>>> Carabiners, assorted SS
>> >>>>>> Marlin line (for whipping, etc.)
>> >>>>>> Rigging tape
>> >>>>>> 6' 3/8" shock cord
>> >>>>>> Crazy glue
>> >>>>>> Epoxy glue kit
>> >>>>>> Assorted SS screws, bolts, nuts, washers
>> >>>>>> O/B big end grease
>> >>>>>> 
>> >>>>>> /Robert Skinner
>> >>>>>> 
>> >>>>>>
>> ------------------------------------------------
>> >>>>>> 
>> >>>>>> Slim wrote:
>> >>>>>> 
>> >>>>>>> I know this has come up before but I'm
>> reorganizing my onboard tool kit.
>> >>>>>>> Any additions or suggestions?
>> >>>>>>> 
>> >>>>>>> TOOLS:
>> >>>>>>> 
>> >>>>>>> Small, med and lrg flat screwdriver
>> >>>>>>> Small, med and lrg phillips screwdriver
>> >>>>>>> Jewelerï¿½s screwdriver set
>> >>>>>>> Small claw hammer
>> >>>>>>> Medium pliers
>> >>>>>>> Needle nose pliers w/ side cutter
>> >>>>>>> Small vice grip (regular)
>> >>>>>>> Small vice grip (needle nose)
>> >>>>>>> Strap vice grip
>> >>>>>>> Knife or utility blade
>> >>>>>>> Swiss Army knife w/ marlin spike
>> >>>>>>> Awl
>> >>>>>>> Inspection mirror
>> >>>>>>> Tape measure
>> >>>>>>> Spark plug wrench
>> >>>>>>> Socket set
>> >>>>>>> Adjustable open end wrench
>> >>>>>>> Sewing kit w/ thread
>> >>>>>>> Sail repair kit w/ tape
>> >>>>>>> Hand drill (Yankee?)
>> >>>>>>> File(s)
>> >>>>>>> Volt ohm meter
>> >>>>>>> Flashlight(s)
>> >>>>>>> Heavy duty cutter -- possibly a shroud
>> cutter (?)
>> >>>>>>> 
>> >>>>>>> SUPPLIES:
>> 
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