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by James Power
Mon Nov 24, 2008 8:41 pm
Forum: PDQ Altair (PDQ 32) Forum
Topic: Heating
Replies: 16
Views: 20758

Re: Heating

We installed heaters on a couple of mv34's. They used engine coolant as a heat source that was piped to a small " radiator" with a built in fan. Another alternative are the propane heaters, force 10, dickinson, sig marine, espar etc.. Hope this helps. James
by James Power
Sun Nov 16, 2008 8:40 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: 36' LRC gelcoat cracking under bridgedeck
Replies: 7
Views: 9242

Re: 36' LRC gelcoat cracking under bridgedeck

Hey guys, I have seen an assortment of irregularities in the bridge deck area over the years. Some of it was from modifying the mould, some from mould maintenance etc.. Since the bridge deck surface is not seen very often, not as much time was spent maintaining the moulds in that area. From what I c...
by James Power
Fri Oct 03, 2008 10:51 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Extending stateroom.
Replies: 16
Views: 19463

Re: Extending stateroom.

Hey Phil, as Sandy says, Wow. I'm guessing that you have a self tacking jib on the starboard and a and Screecher to port on the forestay. I noticed that you still have the 2 lower aft stays. Does the mast pump ? Its nice to see new ideas. I have twin forestays on my trimaran, and love it. Hope to se...
by James Power
Fri Oct 03, 2008 9:18 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: Who's in Annapolis for the boat show?
Replies: 7
Views: 8956

Re: Who's in Annapolis for the boat show?

Hey Sandy,

We met many moons ago at Chesapeake Catamaran Center. Let me know where and when the get together is.
P.S, I enjoy reading your responses on the forum. James
by James Power
Wed Sep 24, 2008 9:41 pm
Forum: Gear / Equipment / Maintenance
Topic: Princess two burner stove issues
Replies: 8
Views: 10267

Re: Princess two burner stove issues

Hey tom, in the past we have seen a " mystery oil " contaminating the lpg system. The symptoms are as you described. If it is the oil, you can usually find evidence of it in the solenoid. James
by James Power
Wed Sep 24, 2008 9:19 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: Extending stateroom.
Replies: 16
Views: 19463

Re: Extending stateroom.

Hey Phil, I missed the construction of your boat at PDQ by a couple of months. I'd love to see some pics. Where does your baby stay attach. James
by James Power
Wed Sep 24, 2008 9:09 pm
Forum: PDQ Altair (PDQ 32) Forum
Topic: hull noises
Replies: 3
Views: 5544

Re: hull noises

H i Henry, check and see if the squeak is coming from the aluminum cabin door frames. In the past we have seen these frames squeaking on the fiberglass bulkhead. If its the culprit, let me know. Ive got a quick fix. James
by James Power
Tue Aug 26, 2008 12:04 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: Straightening a bent rudder post.
Replies: 21
Views: 24580

Re: Straightening a bent rudder post.

There is no real advantage of adding aluminum or stainless to the mix. An all glass skeg can be made as strong , lighter and not have to worry about corrosion. After a collision, if seawater seeps into the skeg, it turns stagnant and becomes very corrosive. Page 83 brings up a good point, skegged ru...
by James Power
Sun Aug 24, 2008 9:36 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: Straightening a bent rudder post.
Replies: 21
Views: 24580

Re: Straightening a bent rudder post.

Hey Dan, the mould for the skegs, and for that matter all the PDQ 36 moulds were demolished and turned into land fill a couple years back. Not sure why. New skegs can be built from scratch but I don't remember if the 36 used the same rudders for skeg mounting and a free standing balanced? James
by James Power
Thu Aug 21, 2008 6:24 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: salon window trim update
Replies: 2
Views: 4304

Re: salon window trim update

Hi Bob, when you milled up the new trim, did you keep the same dimensions? The Starboard that PDQ used was machined with a thin cross section to allow for pliability. Are the fastners used to secure it over torqued? James
by James Power
Thu Jul 31, 2008 10:01 pm
Forum: PDQ Powercat Forum
Topic: Deleted
Replies: 3
Views: 5392

Re: READ THIS TODAY-It may save you an engine!

A routine check that should be done after getting under way is a walk around the boat. Some of the things to eyeball are, fenders and lines stored, hatches dogged down, anchor secured, ports closed, ect..... I was taught this 30 years ago and its saved my bacon numerous times. Another thing to check...
by James Power
Sun Jul 27, 2008 9:02 pm
Forum: PDQ Altair (PDQ 32) Forum
Topic: Hot Water Heater Leak
Replies: 3
Views: 5744

Re: Hot Water Heater Leak

When working with whale fittings there are a few things to watch out for. Before inserting the tube, make sure the end is cut square, and there are no gouges or damage to the tube. Mark the tube 1 1/8" from the end and make sure its pushed into the line. This is the most common problem. Good lu...
by James Power
Sun Jul 13, 2008 8:26 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: DIY boatyard in GA, SC or NC
Replies: 8
Views: 11653

Re: DIY boatyard in GA, SC or NC

I worked on a 36 PDQ at hurricane boat yard and would NEVER recomend this yard. Jarret bay boatworks, just north of Beaufort N.C. is a good yard. James
by James Power
Tue Jul 01, 2008 10:56 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: PDQ 36 Express Cruiser
Replies: 2
Views: 4575

Re: PDQ 36 Express Cruiser

The only " express cruiser " that PDQ made was hull # 97. Dagger boards, tall rig, and real light, a cool boat. Word on the dock was it might come up for sale. James
by James Power
Mon Jun 30, 2008 9:25 pm
Forum: POA Membership
Topic: sourcing replacement parts
Replies: 2
Views: 12710

Re: sourcing replacement parts

Hi Rick, you can call Sebastien Baril with Metaux produit at 819-533-3222. They were supplying PDQ with a lot of the stainless work, and are very helpfull at replacement parts. If the lights are getting hot enough to melt the lens, you might want to check the wattage of the bulbs or go to a diffrent...