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Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-13-2024, 04:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,270
Posted By CarinaPDX
Yes, of course everyone is quite different, which...

Yes, of course everyone is quite different, which is why I recommended trying out samples before buying. A lot of it has to do with how one sleeps. Sleeping on your back is probably the best way, as...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-13-2024, 01:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,270
Posted By CarinaPDX
I should add that you shouldn't sleep on pure...

I should add that you shouldn't sleep on pure seating foam as it is too firm and can wreck your back (guess how I know). Sitting on sleeping foam will bottom out and is uncomfortable. Dual use...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-13-2024, 01:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,270
Posted By CarinaPDX
Getting the right foam for the application is...

Getting the right foam for the application is critical. You always want high density foam for its longer life, but also a better "feel" (density and firmness are two different parameters). For...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-11-2024, 04:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,270
Posted By CarinaPDX
Many years ago I had an opportunity to sit in an...

Many years ago I had an opportunity to sit in an original Eames lounge chair, the icon of luxurious seating. It was not comfortable for me: it was famously designed for a shorter person and simply...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-11-2024, 04:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,270
Posted By CarinaPDX
One random example:...

One random example: https://www.westmarine.com/tempress-probax-captain-seat-with-arms-20010278.html . See others by going back up the path (below the yellow line) to "Helm and Fishing Seats" or "Boat...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 04-10-2024, 04:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,270
Posted By CarinaPDX
Has anyone tried using captain's chairs on top of...

Has anyone tried using captain's chairs on top of the existing seats (without cushions, of course)? The seats could be bolted down directly to the existing cabinet work, or a slim swivel could be...
Forum: General Escape 02-21-2024, 07:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,690
Posted By CarinaPDX
Yes, I consider the Washington legislature to be...

Yes, I consider the Washington legislature to be cowards at best. This is basically taxing out-of-staters for moving to Washington, and once you become a resident (voter) it is too late to complain....
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 05-31-2023, 03:44 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,794
Posted By CarinaPDX
There are a lot of rubbish Chinese-made hitch...

There are a lot of rubbish Chinese-made hitch tighteners for sale, and they do fail so go with American-made. I bought this one recently and it works a treat:...
Forum: Modifications and Alterations 11-16-2022, 05:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,738
Posted By CarinaPDX
In addition to local upholstery shops consider a...

In addition to local upholstery shops consider a marine upholstery or canvas shop if available.

For fabric I used Alcantara, a synthetic suede material that is often used in very expensive cars...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 08-24-2022, 02:44 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 9,977
Posted By CarinaPDX
I haven't pulled the trigger on an Escape yet but...

I haven't pulled the trigger on an Escape yet but have 3 decades of living and cruising on a boat (in addition to having built the boat), and recently went camping in my brother's new (to him) RV....
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 03-17-2022, 02:46 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,445
Posted By CarinaPDX
That is a combined 120V/USB wall outlet....

That is a combined 120V/USB wall outlet. Installing it in an RV (or anywhere else) would be very short-sighted, as I explained earlier. The protocols are changing and a 30W charger is already too...
Forum: Escape Systems | Water, Waste, Charging & Propane 03-16-2022, 03:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,445
Posted By CarinaPDX
USB-C charging is a can of worms, and now you...

USB-C charging is a can of worms, and now you opened it :rolleyes: .

Before diving into it, I recommend you install quality cigarette-lighter style sockets, not USB ports, because the standards...
Forum: General Escape 02-02-2022, 04:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,959
Posted By CarinaPDX
Sunbrella is primarily used on the exterior of...

Sunbrella is primarily used on the exterior of boats, although some do use it in the interior. I know of no good alternative for sail covers, biminis, etc. However I caution against over-weighting...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-24-2021, 03:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,211
Posted By CarinaPDX
Even a really small 5W solar panel can destroy a...

Even a really small 5W solar panel can destroy a car battery if left on with no load for an extended period of time (personal experience). Solar panels are not self-regulating - even the ones that...
Forum: Product Reviews 11-12-2021, 05:34 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 12,546
Posted By CarinaPDX
About forty years ago, when camo paint was a new...

About forty years ago, when camo paint was a new fashion, the wife of a colleague worked in marketing for Gerber. She told us how much they liked the camo knives: the replacement business was...
Forum: Product Reviews 11-10-2021, 04:46 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 12,546
Posted By CarinaPDX
First a confession: I am a flashaholic. Also, I...

First a confession: I am a flashaholic. Also, I hate our disposable culture and refuse to use disposable batteries. For AA and AAA devices I use LSD (low self discharge) rechargeable NiMH batteries,...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 03-03-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,583
Posted By CarinaPDX
A friend with a 21 burned out his Maxxfan PCB...

A friend with a 21 burned out his Maxxfan PCB last year. Ultimately it appears that the problem was caused by a "boost" switch on his solar charger creating 15VDC, and the Maxxfan not being capable...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 02-10-2021, 03:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,015
Posted By CarinaPDX
I am awaiting receipt of my new ebike and rack....

I am awaiting receipt of my new ebike and rack. Ebikes run heavy (this one is 70#) and it is not easy to find a rack rated for that weight - most top out at 60#/bike. But more to the point for this...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 11-11-2020, 02:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,270
Posted By CarinaPDX
I have used 5200 on and off for almost half a...

I have used 5200 on and off for almost half a century, building and maintaining my boat. It is an "adhesive sealant", with emphasis on adhesive (it contains cyanoacrylates - superglue). Taking things...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 06-03-2020, 04:07 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,130
Posted By CarinaPDX
What year of MDX? I bought a 2016 MDX and...

What year of MDX?

I bought a 2016 MDX and equipped it with the stock tow package (with cooler) - very nicely done. I just haven't bought the Escape yet... While the 9-speed transmission introduced...
Forum: General Escape 01-22-2020, 05:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,825
Posted By CarinaPDX
Frearson, more commonly know as Reed & Prince,...

Frearson, more commonly know as Reed & Prince, were widely used in the PNW boat building business a few decades ago. They were usually made of silicon bronze. While better at resisting camming-out...
Forum: General Escape 12-26-2019, 07:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,160
Posted By CarinaPDX
To the original question, I would use an OnGuard...

To the original question, I would use an OnGuard Rottweiller armored cable to secure the bike if a U-lock won't work. U-locks are by far the best way to lock a bike; nothing is perfect or will...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-23-2019, 03:17 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,862
Posted By CarinaPDX
The Acura MDX, and I believe the Honda Pilot as...

The Acura MDX, and I believe the Honda Pilot as well, are rated at 5000# with the transmission cooler. The OEM tow hitch kit is an easy install, and is rated for WDH although they say it isn't...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-31-2019, 11:59 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 29,700
Posted By CarinaPDX
Agreed, but blue LEDs are the fashion. Good luck...

Agreed, but blue LEDs are the fashion. Good luck fighting that. Amber is not the new black...
Forum: Problem Solving | Owners helping each other 07-31-2019, 06:33 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 29,700
Posted By CarinaPDX
For a very elegant, albeit expensive, marine...

For a very elegant, albeit expensive, marine solution take a look at this: https://www.lunasealighting.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/LLB-33xW-81-OT_for_web1-1.pdf The internal dimming makes it easy...
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