Mooring Etiquette

Sous said:
Sounds good, my bad you're right. Every encounter with the police will result in you getting shot. You keep rolling with that :thumbsup:
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You made a broad generalization that if you don't put yourself into these situations and just do what the police say everything will be OK. I showed you an example of how this isn't always the case. You keep rolling with those rose colored glasses :smt038
 
Boater420 said:
You made a broad generalization that if you don't put yourself into these situations and just do what the police say everything will be OK. I showed you an example of how this isn't always the case. You keep rolling with those rose colored glasses :smt038
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One braod generalization deserved another. You keep thinking running from the cops is a good idea... hope that ends well for 'ya. :thumbsup:
 
I will say I find it hard to run my generator and watch a movie in the cockpit while moored in a paced anchorage with the halyards slapping around on the sailboats...LOL
BerettaRacer said:
Gen is probably quieter & less annoying than the halyards slapping against the mast.
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Sous said:
One braod generalization deserved another. You keep thinking running from the cops is a good idea... hope that ends well for 'ya. :thumbsup:
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Wow!

Either your reading comprehension is off or you've lost track of what was originally posted. I'd like to try and clear this up if possible.

I never once said running from the cops is a good idea. I would never recommend running from the cops. I whole heatedly agree that running from the cops is the worst idea possible. I don't find myself in situations where I would have to run from the cops.

Learn to lighten up a bit Francis.
 
Boater420 said:
Wow!

Either your reading comprehension is off or you've lost track of what was originally posted. I'd like to try and clear this up if possible.

I never once said running from the cops is a good idea. I would never recommend running from the cops. I whole heatedly agree that running from the cops is the worst idea possible. I don't find myself in situations where I would have to run from the cops.

Learn to lighten up a bit Francis.
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So the first comment was "There only 2 things I run. 1 is my Honda EU2000 on my swim deck. 2 is from the cops!"
To which you replied: "You're probably safer running the generator on the swim platform these days"

Sorry that my reading comprehension is off, I guess it must be my background that made me infer that you thought running from the cops was safer (i.e. a better idea) than running the generator. Again, my bad, I have no idea how I drew that conclusion from the comments made. :huh:

I'll lighten up if you learn to not denigrate a profession that literally puts their life on the line to maintain peace, order, and your safety.
 
Why does every generator discussion deteriorate into this sort of thing.
Excuse me while I unsubscribe.
 
If this is a concern for you consider adding a gas/water separator on the exhaust. The generator will be completely silent from the outside and you'll just hear the engine noise internally. One of the best upgrades I've done on my boat.

This is similar to the style I've used and a quote from the website: http://www.ultraflexgroup.com/easyStore/SchedeVedi.asp?SchedaID=1226

"Fitting a water separator into the exhaust to replace the gooseneck removes water once it has done its cooling job, draining this quietly away below waterline. Back pressure is reduced dramatically. The separator removes the principal cause of back pressure and stops the sploshing noise which accompanies every marine engine ticking over in a harbour – or on a generator sploshing away in a quiet haven somewhere, to the fury of nearby boats."

Paul
 
When **** hits the fan I usually run WOT from the cops with the Benny still purring.


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Sous said:
Or maybe you don't put yourself in a position where you have to run from the cops... of if you find yourself in that situation you simply comply. :wow:
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Never comply with the police!


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BurgundyS24 said:
Never comply with the police!
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The Sheriffs here in Maryland are easy. Tell them you are armed and they stay in their boat. They talk to you about the reason why they came over. DNR are a little more difficult. They come over and ask why you are there, where you are going, and if you involved in illicit activity. They still go away. The coast guard comes up, demands that you hand over all documentation, Asks a bunch of questions, verifies that your halon system has been hydrostatically tested and leaves. They may say sorry about the boot prints on your carpet, but YMMV.

Honestly though, they are all good. Respect them and there are no issues.
 
wingatesl said:
The Sheriffs here in Maryland are easy. Tell them you are armed and they stay in their boat. They talk to you about the reason why they came over. DNR are a little more difficult. They come over and ask why you are there, where you are going, and if you involved in illicit activity. They still go away. The coast guard comes up, demands that you hand over all documentation, Asks a bunch of questions, verifies that your halon system has been hydrostatically tested and leaves. They may say sorry about the boot prints on your carpet, but YMMV.

Honestly though, they are all good. Respect them and there are no issues.
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Never been approached on my boat by CG or police. Obviously I would comply. As well as comply on land.


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ph321 said:
If this is a concern for you consider adding a gas/water separator on the exhaust. The generator will be completely silent from the outside and you'll just hear the engine noise internally. One of the best upgrades I've done on my boat.

This is similar to the style I've used and a quote from the website: http://www.ultraflexgroup.com/easyStore/SchedeVedi.asp?SchedaID=1226

"Fitting a water separator into the exhaust to replace the gooseneck removes water once it has done its cooling job, draining this quietly away below waterline. Back pressure is reduced dramatically. The separator removes the principal cause of back pressure and stops the sploshing noise which accompanies every marine engine ticking over in a harbour – or on a generator sploshing away in a quiet haven somewhere, to the fury of nearby boats."

Paul
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We don't anchor out much but this looks very intriguing. What was the cost? Did you install it yourself?

Thanks,
Sandy
 
I had something similar on my last boat. All of the exhaust water went out the bottom of the boat. Wasn't much quieter as the exhaust is where most of the noise comes from.
 
sandydlc said:
We don't anchor out much but this looks very intriguing. What was the cost? Did you install it yourself?

Thanks,
Sandy
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In Australia it added up to about $1,500. You will need the following:

- 1.5" underwater thru hull and valve for the water discharge
- I added a 2" fitting for exhaust gas discharge higher than the factory because otherwise the gas pressure splashes against the water making noise
- Some extra exhaust hose
- The separator

It makes sense to install the fittings while the boat is hauled out for anti foul to avoid the extra haul out costs. I'm not sure what BlueYonder's set up was like but this reduced at least 90% of the noise and I can put my ear next to the exhaust outlet and just hear a light humming. Definitely no exhaust noise audible in the cockpit but you will hear a little bit of engine noise through the floor.

Here's a photo which captures most of the install:

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Paul
 
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