Paul,
Where do you store the generator and fuel when sailing? I gather that they only make a unit that uses gasoline, and there is no comparable diesel unit?
We usually end up with the gas for our outboard strapped down to odd places on deck.
regards,
Harvey
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: Paul Braschi
  To: baba-l@ballreich.net
  Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2006 6:51 PM
  Subject: RE: [Baba-L] Rigging

  Just a thought . . . .

  I agree that a built in generator would be great but. . . . a Honda EU 2000I 46 Lb portable generator is a very popular cruiser solution . . .You see them in ports everywhere remarkable quiet, thrifty on fuel, amazingly efficient, and remarkable price point . . . Wisesales.com $875 including shipping . . . . I that it strikes the right balance for my Baba 35

  Paul Braschi

  Wandering Star Baba 35

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  From: owner-baba-l@ballreich.net [mailto:owner-baba-l@ballreich.net] On Behalf Of Rick
  Sent: Sunday, July 23, 2006 11:06 AM
  To: baba-l@ballreich.net
  Subject: Re: [Baba-L] Rigging

  Hi Dave. Thanks for the information and yes, I would like to see the generator installation pictures. To this date, I have not heard report of any Baba 30 with a generator. I do feel the generator to be the best means of providing power, but I have not located a unit which would be small enough to fit in the stern of a Baba 30. I agree completely, with the comments on the 304 vs. 316 materials. Mine have been well protected from leaks and had no evidenced of water intrusion. You a correct on the gloves (use white glove for formal inspections). If you spray a little WD30 on the wire prior to inspection it seems to make the rag, in your gloved hand grab the rat-tails (fish hooks) easier. I have had a great deal of experience with Rod Rigging, via my past ownership with a C&C Landfall. The ONLY downfall to rod that I can report is about 25% more initial expense and it can't be easily stowed below for spare rigging. These were issues which were easily overcome.

    ----- Original Message -----

    From: Dave Lewis

    To: baba-l@ballreich.net

    Sent: Saturday, July 22, 2006 10:51 AM

    Subject: Re: [Baba-L] Rigging

    Rick,

    I have an opinion, but it usually ruffles feathers... so take no offense.

    First, the rod is overkill, I would simply replace the head stay and insect the remaining rigging for signs of wear and or fish hooks. The test for fish hooks is tissue paper wiped down, oh, did I for get to mention - wear a glove.

    There is nothing wrong with 304 SST, the secret is to create a good seal to keep out sea water and atmosphere to prevent rust. If chain plates are inspected for sealing surface they should last the life of the boat 304 or 316, makes no difference when it comes to sealing out the weather. 316 is preferred choice, but not always available in different corners of the world and I would not change anything just because it was 304 and not 316.

    Gen set. While I have a Baba 40 I installed the small Kubota with 140 amp alt/DC. There are a lot of mfg., for this small unit configured vertical or horizontal depending upon your available room. I installed mine in the canoe stern on a SST 3/8" plate bolted to hull. There is not a smaller unit to my knowledge, let me know if you want pictures and or more info., I think Burce has mine on his site somewhere.

    Solar panels are a gimmick for coastal yahoos. First off they are ugly, they take up too much room, they are not efficient unless properly orientated with the sun... good luck with this one, unless you intend to stay dock side. I do not evaluate them as marine grade equipment and they are fragile. The solar panels only put out minimum energy, get a gen set and you can charge your batteries in a matter of minutes, plus make water at the same time, you can't run your water maker (if you have one) on solar panels or the battery for that matter. Solar panels belong on houses to heat circulating water. While we are on this subject, there is a new mfg on the market that just spun off of Cypress Semi that makes a panel twice as effective as any on being sold today. While this industry has been around a while, it is not very refined as I see it. No solar panels on sailboats, thank you very much.

    Anyhow, have a great day, smooth sailing and enjoy your summer. It is HOT here in Baja.

    Dave
    S/V Bella
    Ensenada, BC, Mexico

    On 7/22/06, Rick <rwsail35@houston.rr.com> wrote:

    Hi all. There was a great deal of discussion, in the past, which was related to the failure of the 304 ss chain plates on the Baba 30. I am happy to say that I seem to have dodged the ball on that issue, as I had no corrosion. I was less than lucky with the head stay. I have a Profurl roller furler on Lorac. Close inspection of the 316 ss 1x19 wire made evident wear which was hidden under the drum assembly. There was a small rat-tail in one of the 9 outer strands of the wire. This leaves the entire forestay suspect and is going to be replaced. I feel that it is time to simplify things a bit. The roller furler is going away. I am strongly considering using rod for the forestay as it is stronger, lighter and will allow for easier travel for the hank-on sails.

    I am also looking at power supply for cruising. Does anyone have a generator in their Baba 30, how many kw, where is it installed etc? Any opinions on solar panels?

    Thanks.

    Fair wind; blue water.

    Rick Williams

    S/V Lorac; Baba 30 #71

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