[Rhodes22-list] Call for Advice

Lowe, Rob rlowe at vt.edu
Thu Dec 3 16:27:40 EST 2009


Chris,
Don't know why your list didn't post.  Did you attach as pdf?

Anyway, here is the link to your original post in Nabble and the attachment can be opened from there. - rob

http://www.nabble.com/shopping-list-tp21551956p21551956.html



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From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org [mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of cowie
Sent: Thursday, December 03, 2009 4:17 PM
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Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Call for Advice


Frank:  I am not sure if my reply included my shopping list so I am trying to
send it again.



Frank Tugwell wrote:
> 
> This is my first post to the Rhodes list and Stan has suggested that I
> turn
> to the owner for advice.   I am buying a new Rhodes 22 from Stan (probably
> delivery in April, 2010) and have a number of questions about options.  I
> would appreciate any advice that other owners may offer.  A couple of
> questions, to begin with:
>  
> a)       What engine should I buy-what size and what kind?  Note that the
> detachable throttle and gear shift that appear on the boat-show boat are
> no
> longer offered by the manufacturer.  I am particularly interested in
> getting
> an engine that is strong enough to easily reach hull speed while pulling a
> very small dinghy.  I am also concerned that the engine allow easy control
> when entering and leaving a marina.  Any suggestions appreciated.
> b)       What instruments do I need?  At this point I am planning to use
> my
> handheld Garmin Oregon 400C for charts and compass.  The one instrument
> that
> I really would like is a large-screen, fixed, depth sounder that I can put
> on the cabin and see from the stern of the cockpit.  I would like to have
> one that is "in-hull" mounted, rather than "through-hull."  If anyone has
> experience with the options, I would appreciate help.
>  
> Thanks in advance.
>  
> Frank Tugwell
>  
> Contact Details:
> 6406 Waterway Drive,
> Falls Church, VA 22044
> 703-658-9162
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shopping+list02.pdf 
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