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by Dan White
Fri Aug 22, 2014 8:46 am
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Lazy jack lines?
Replies: 8
Views: 10802

Re: Lazy jack lines?

On my 36, I have 2 primary lines on each side, which are split into 2 each, leaving 4 lines on a side. They are a huge pain in the a*s when hoisting, but I love them when dropping the main.
by Dan White
Tue Jul 15, 2014 7:39 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Bowsprit
Replies: 10
Views: 13815

Re: Bowsprit

Hi AJ I have hull # 96 and we ordered it with a bowsprit and screecher. It does have the aluminum cross beam, but I do not know when or why -- or even if -- that was a change from earlier editions. The anchorage of the sprit comes all the way back to aft of the trampolines, so the compression load i...
by Dan White
Tue Nov 19, 2013 6:46 am
Forum: PDQ Altair (PDQ 32) Forum
Topic: Mainsail Out-Haul Control
Replies: 3
Views: 6463

Re: Mainsail Out-Haul Control

No. There is only one jammer in my boom. The reef jammers are on the cabin top, just forward of the the mainsheet winch, so I can reach them from the cockpit.
by Dan White
Sat Oct 26, 2013 8:02 am
Forum: PDQ Altair (PDQ 32) Forum
Topic: Mainsail Out-Haul Control
Replies: 3
Views: 6463

Re: Mainsail Out-Haul Control

I have a loose-footed main from Dave Calvert. On those very few times I mess with the outhaul, I step on the bitter end before I loosen the jammer that is in the boom. Then I am able to use my other foot to step on the line closer to the jammer to tighten it. Probably looks like the proverbial monke...
by Dan White
Sun Oct 13, 2013 8:24 am
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: House Bank Batteries
Replies: 18
Views: 26026

Re: House Bank Batteries

Thanks for all the good responses
by Dan White
Wed Oct 09, 2013 8:28 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: House Bank Batteries
Replies: 18
Views: 26026

Re: House Bank Batteries

I am wondering if there are any updated opinions on this topic. My batteries are finishing their 11th season and are not holding their charge like they used to, so I am guessing it is time for new ones. We have solar panels plus the Xantrex Inverter/smart charger on our PDQ Capella, though we never ...
by Dan White
Sat Sep 28, 2013 9:24 pm
Forum: PDQ Altair (PDQ 32) Forum
Topic: Replacing self tacking jib with genoa
Replies: 11
Views: 15909

Re: Replacing self tacking jib with genoa

In order to have visibility, I had the factory cut my genoa 18 inches higher at the foot. Probably cost a 1/4 knot , but I am glad I did it.
by Dan White
Mon Aug 19, 2013 6:32 am
Forum: Welcome to the PDQ Forum
Topic: pdq36.com
Replies: 11
Views: 24194

Re: pdq36.com

very nice. One suggestion-- it would help if you could include the month and year when a vessel is sold. If a 5 year old vessel sold for "$X" 10 years ago, for example, that would represent a different bargain than the same vessel being for sale today.
Thanks for all your work.
by Dan White
Wed Aug 07, 2013 7:49 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Pointing to windward
Replies: 1
Views: 4934

Pointing to windward

I know we are supposed to bear off a bit and "get there faster", but sometimes I would love to be able to tack thru and achieve something closer to 100 degrees. I have installed a new Calvert main with full roach, and it is great, especially in light air but it does not seem to help with p...
by Dan White
Wed Aug 07, 2013 7:38 pm
Forum: Outboard Engines
Topic: 9.9 won't run above an idle
Replies: 8
Views: 12377

Re: 9.9 won't run above an idle

This is an old topic but, boy, did it help me. We had just left the Rappahanock River area, headed for Baltimore last Saturday to head home and have the boat hauled for a bottom paint job. Everything was fine for about 30 minutes, until, all of a sudden the port engine made some strange surge-like n...
by Dan White
Wed Apr 10, 2013 8:31 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Newbie - What to Watch Out for
Replies: 8
Views: 12717

Re: Newbie - What to Watch Out for

Mine is a 2003 Capella, non-LRC, which we bought new. My only issue has been occasional leaking around the cabin windows. Flowable silicone fixes it right up.
Otherwise, we have been extremely pleased for 10 years.
by Dan White
Sun Nov 04, 2012 9:21 am
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: PDQ Winter Work Tour
Replies: 5
Views: 9388

Re: PDQ Winter Work Tour

Hi James,
Glad to hear from you.
Please let me know next time you are in Baltimore area. I would love to have you do an inspection and any necessary work.
email = dan.white@comcast.net
cell phone = 410-977-8311
by Dan White
Sat Sep 29, 2012 6:46 pm
Forum: Outboard Engines
Topic: How to Disable Top Lock?
Replies: 8
Views: 12848

Re: How to Disable Top Lock?

Assuming you find a way to disable it, don't forget to put something in to hold it down. Otherwise, in reverse the motor will try to climb right out of the well.

Keep the lock well lubricated or it might break off like mine did.
by Dan White
Mon Aug 06, 2012 7:01 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: New mainsail advice
Replies: 3
Views: 6708

Re: New mainsail advice

Hi Bruce My interaction with Calvert Sails was exemplary. I am happy with the mainsail I bought from them with one exception, that is my fault - not theirs. I increased the size of the main significantly by having a fuller roach. However, i did not increase the jib; thus I have serious weather helm....
by Dan White
Fri Jun 29, 2012 5:46 am
Forum: Gear / Equipment / Maintenance
Topic: Portable Power Drill and bit for winches
Replies: 0
Views: 9825

Portable Power Drill and bit for winches

Finally broke down and bought the bit and right angle drill motor to use to power the winches. I LOVE it! (Info at http://www.winchbit.com/) I have no commercial connection. Make sure you get the recommended model so you have enough torque. I had a friend use it to haul my 200 pounds up the mast, ma...