Main considerations i had were: above or below water line, and distance from the toilet. I opted for above water line so a gravity drain to the sea was an easy option vs having to pump the tank out. I did install a deck fitting to allow shore-side pump out. Close to the toilet means less piping and probably less water required to move the waste which means it takes longer to fill the holding tank. On the same type of boat I know of people who’ve installed tanks under v-berths so I guess to an extent it comes down to space available and then adapting the design from there. Lots of info on the web more technical than my explanation. All the best with your install!

Ok. Better than my dulcet tones I’d have thought but always open to feedback - thanks!

Fair point. Getting the sail down full of wind would be very difficult. Reinforces intent of video that it’s always best to reef early while you can. Coming up just enough to spill the wind rather than directly into wind and waves also helps. I’ve read some articles about low-friction track systems such as Tides Marine that purportedly enable this to be done. A future investment perhaps. Ultimately if I was expecting large seas and constant wind over 30kts I’d consider getting the main down early and just using the staysail. Thanks for the comment.

Hi Stephen. For sustained sailing in strong winds I’d normally use the staysail. I’m always wary of “a part furled” genoa” in strong winds long term. Inefficient sail shape on the wind and if the furling line breaks or slips, you are left with a handful. On this occasion I had not rigged to soft stay for the staysail so opted for main only. It is quite a manageable sail plan on the Northshore 38. A third reef is available if the winds go even higher.

Thanks mate. Your Northshore is well set up with lines back to the cockpit. Still a quick boat too

Nice vid thanks. Just one question - why so little backstay when there is so much wind loading up the caps and lowers?

The NS38 is a fractional rig with swept spreaders and stays. We tend to only use the backstay when sailing hard on the wind to bend the mast top aft and put some extra tension on the forestay.

@ ok never had a fractional rig, but on my Bermudan sloops I believe the loads on the caps and lowers are kept under control with moderate backstay tension in marginal conditions. Thanks for the insight 👌

Hi Gavin. Outboard sheets are used when on a broad reach or downwind for two reasons: 1. They give better exit angle to the headsail, and 2. They run from a block on the gunwale outside the lifelines. The standard Genoa sheet would be pressing down on the top lifeline - not good for the lifeline nor chafe on the sheet.

@@bottomline4284 Thanks for the prompt response - that makes sense - bigger yachts have a few differences to 25 footers. No need for outboard sheets on our little boats.

@@sdoorchids4625 hi. Yes the bow roller has a custom extension with a stainless steel loop at the front that the tack line is attached to. You can see it more clearly at various points in the video about a going “south to the NW coast of Kangaroo Island”. Cheers

@@sdoorchids4625 Steve. This link should take to a relevant part of the video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHTRZWCamr-EncUsi=OipRgXPWEHTdcFM4?t=11m23s

About three days of actual work spread over about two weeks. The old windows were used as a template so waiting for new windows to be made set the overall timeframe.

Thanks Ben. All the best with your refit!

Hi Edwin. It’s been some years now of winter racing and summer cruising and there is no sign of debonding. No movement or leaks. So far so good. Cheers

Hi Fernando. I’d have to go back to the supplier to get an actual brand. It was just one of many they had in stock at a local plastics business. All the windows are still secure, clear, leak free and looking good.

Thanks Brock. No leaks no movement. The windows are still nice and clear. I wouldn’t do anything different

Thanks for the comment. What are your plans beyond Momemtum?

Thanks - great crew!

Hi Mark. No movement, no leaks - so far so good!

Standard aluminium extendable boat hook. I use a bespoke (home made) attachment for the spring and a modified eBay product for the rope threader. I’ll make and post a short to explain.

Probably quicker to email me at svtbline(at)gmail.com and I’ll send a photo or two

Thanks for the feedback John. DJI Mini (original) using Litchi software which has some very useful follow modes. INSTA 360 ONE x2. Some iPhone 14. FCP-X for editing.

Thanks Chris. Congratulations on the “new” boat and the journey to get to this point - what did you buy?

@@bottomline4284 sorry late reply I’ve gone for a Fisher 25 there is something a little bit different & special about them & safe & with a good strong engine

Thank you - appreciate the feedback!

Thanks. Litchi software - a number of useful modes. Cheers

Thanks for the feedback. Good question re long term resilience. I’ve taken this approach having read reports of the marine industry on the east coast (Australia) using VHB tape and no screws in many new build boats. The commercial building industry also use it even for skyscraper windows. The new windows on this boat have lasted three complete seasons (summer and winter (cruising and racing) with no adhesion issues or leaks. Time will tell I guess. Cheers

Also windshields on cars are attached this way…

Thanks David. Look forward to seeing you out on the Gulf!

Hi Kelly. Thanks for the feedback. Glad you enjoyed the video - what sort of additional information would you like to have seen? Were you sailing S/Y Anna in the pacific a few years back?

Thanks for the feedback! SA is a great cruising ground, and yes, sailing around it is addictive! If you are keen to get into sailing, local clubs have intro and advanced training options (eg: cycsa.com.au/learn-to-sail/). I know of at least one couple who completed some training and went on to buy a boat in Qld and sail it back. Cheers

Thanks for the feedback. Baskets were from Kmart. Extra holes drilled in the bases to help air circulation.

Dyneema stay connected to the spinnaker downhaul which runs through a block attached to a deck fitting strengthened with a beam under the deck. The sail is hanked on and stowed in the bag with the line running forward to the block and then back to cockpit.

Still in place and leak free!

@john Wilde Can you follow-up on the other windows you did? I will be installing new windows later this year and I want to know if the sikaflex was the problem or the paint you used?

@@jordimuller8521 hi. So I did complete all of the other windows, but I decided to sand back the painted surround where the sikaflex was going to be applied, allowing it to create a seal directly on to the Perspex - but left it where the VHB was bonding to retain the UV protection. I used black 295uv for this and from the finished side, it was almost impossible to see the difference between the unpainted sikaflex and painting area. I went back to the first window and scrapped out some of the sika from the worst areas and reapplied it - this time using 295uv. For that first window I was using white sika 291i and I still think this reacted with that VHT paint. Having said that, it and all other windows have been water tight. They have survived the flexing while the boat was craned back in in April and I've been for a couple of sails. However, should note that my standing rigging attaches to the hull stringers, so don't apply much load to coach roof. Also- the coach roof my boat is pretty stiff (being old 80s lay-up). So far I am very happy with. Just having no leaks it nice.

It is a great region - well worth the visit! The local trailer sailer association has organised trips there in the past so may be worth consulting when you come. www.tsasa.net/events/55908/

@@bottomline4284 thanks. Great info.

Thank you! Awesome region to cruise

Not The Bottom Line I’m afraid. Enjoy Port Vincent

I’m sure 3M will have UV specs on a PDS but it is designed for exterior glazing work. www.3m.com.au/3M/en_AU/p/d/b40065672/

multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/893360O/vhb-structural-glazing-tape-g-b23f.pdf

@@bottomline4284 That is more than I thought. Thanks for sharing

Correct

@@bottomline4284 oh wow and the windows gonna hold? Lol i don't know if i should do that i have a 1983 jeanneau 30 ft

@@visiteavecmoi so far they’ve survived two summers and winters, two racing seasons and several cruises without an issue. At the end of the day you should do what you feel comfortable with. Cheers

@@bottomline4284 right, the problem is my windows are super long like 20 inches large and 6ft long at least 🤣