What did you work on/fix today?

No offense... But I'm glad I don't have the heat that you do in Miami to worry about... 😀
I am very much a cold weather boater.

The work you're doing looks fantastic from up in here in the Pacific Northwest.
 
freedomvango said:
Got a bunch done today!
Pulled the solar hartop off to drop off at powercoat tomorrow
Created templates for all of the skylights and hatches to start production of the insulated covers. after a weekend in Miami, its 100% time to insulate this thing like I do a van and make the AC work effectively. Cut a sample out of 1/8 wood to check fit on the CNC.
also finished up with the storage project using a bunch of the molle panels that I make and blue ridge overland bags.
Click to expand...
storage project... molle panels... blue ridge overland bags???
I need more information than this. Where is this going?
 
venajeff said:
storage project... molle panels... blue ridge overland bags???
I need more information than this. Where is this going?
Click to expand...
Well like the picture showed, i installed molle panels using some stainless screws in various places
Mainly, the back of the helm seat, above the walkway, and just inside the doors above your head, all made here in Florida.
vanpartswarehouse.com

Universal MOLLE Storage Panels by FreedomVanGo

While storage is important, it is usually few and far between in a camper van, so we decided to fix that problem for you! Over the years our FVG Rear Door MOLLE Panels have been our most popular product. Now, with the new universal panels, you can take advantage of every single nook and cranny...
vanpartswarehouse.com vanpartswarehouse.com
IMG_5994.jpegMainly using hte medium on the back of the seat, XL above the head for the trauma kit and flare/horn bag, and large just inside the doors for the pouches that hold sunscreen/bug spray, tool kit and all the tapes, adhesives etc that I use regularly for stuff as well as where I store all my canvas when removed the bags I use are an assortment of these that are all made in America and lifetime warranty.
vanpartswarehouse.com

Blue Ridge Overland Gear

FreedomVanGo parts, accessories, and more. Suppliers include FreedomVanGo, Owl Vans, Van Compass and more.
vanpartswarehouse.com vanpartswarehouse.com
 
My bad. I didn't know what a molle panel was, so I didn't know what to look for. That is awesome. I am always nervous drilling/screwing into finished gloss fiberglass. Did you do anything special?
 
Put in a lenco Auto Glide automatic trim tab control on my 27 Ranger tug OB 2021 model. Just need to get it on the water and calibrate it. I have an extra mounting bracket for the "box" that controls everything. NVA Marine had the lowest price on the controls.... Martin from lets go channel surfing has detailed info on his web page.

Autoglide | LetsGoChannelSurfing

www.letsgochannelsurfing.com www.letsgochannelsurfing.com
 
venajeff said:
My bad. I didn't know what a molle panel was, so I didn't know what to look for. That is awesome. I am always nervous drilling/screwing into finished gloss fiberglass. Did you do anything special?
Click to expand...
you HAVE to predrill. if you dont you will make a huge mess. Just predrill a hair smaller than the screw diameter you use (there are charts online for screw size vs drill bit size) and you are good to go! Super quick process.
 
freedomvango said:
you HAVE to predrill. if you dont you will make a huge mess. Just predrill a hair smaller than the screw diameter you use (there are charts online for screw size vs drill bit size) and you are good to go! Super quick process.
Click to expand...
Is the netting flexible? Not sure how it works?
 
JeffreyAC77 said:
Is the netting flexible? Not sure how it works?
Click to expand...
Its not netting. Its aluminum, you mount Molle Compatible bags and things to it. Its a military standard sizing for mounting things, like the bags I linked to.
You can also clip things to it, use bungee cords or hang things from it with hooks.

MOLLE stands for "Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment," a system that uses rows of webbing (PALS, or Pouch Attachment Ladder System) to allow for the attachment of pouches and other accessories to tactical backpacks, vests, and other load-bearing equipment.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

  • MOLLE System:
    MOLLE is a system that allows for the customization and modularity of gear by using a grid of webbing on the equipment.
  • PALS (Pouch Attachment Ladder System):
    The webbing that is used to attach pouches and other accessories is called PALS.
    • How it works:
      PALS webbing is stitched onto equipment in rows and columns, and MOLLE-compatible pouches and accessories have straps or buckles that are designed to be woven through the webbing to secure them.
    • Applications:
      MOLLE systems are commonly used by the military, law enforcement, and outdoor enthusiasts for attaching gear like magazine pouches, first-aid kits, canteen carriers, and other accessories.
    • Benefits:
      The MOLLE system allows for quick and easy attachment and detachment of gear, as well as customization to suit specific needs.
 
Today I hauled my fat 83 year old ass to the top of the cabin with a bucket of soapy water, wash MIT, and spray nozzle. I hope the green, and airport smoke that accumulated in the last couple of years on my 2011 RT 27 gets washed to sea by the spring freshness we have right now.
 
Upgraded the Garmin chart plotter to v39.01, the April 2025 release. Didn’t get to take the boat out to see if it really fixed the fuel issue.

IMG_0221.jpeg
 
Gdrosen:
Pic of the two Galvanic isolators I installed in my RT 31 last fall. They work extremely well. They reside in the port laz. Simple installation… basically just pull the (2) 30 amp breaker wires down running from the stern to the main breakers in the salon. A few decent videos on YouTube showing how to do it.
1744944091992.jpeg
 
Thanks
 
Thanks
 
Had my 100h service done at CSR so I figured I’d install some drop fins. Will test them out this weekend.

IMG_0243.jpeg
 
croakz said:
Upgraded the Garmin chart plotter to v39.01, the April 2025 release. Didn’t get to take the boat out to see if it really fixed the fuel issue.
Click to expand...

It's fixed. Been fixed for awhile now. Maybe they are talking about something different. I just upgraded my chartplotter to 39.01.
 
On our R27 I have needed to use the saltwater washdown several times when I have not had a hose connected up. And I find connecting up a hose to that fitting a little tricky. So I wanted a hose that was always connected but did not use up much space. So this is what I came up with.
washdown hose.png
I adhered the 3D printed holder to the fiberglass with industrial waterproof double sided tape. I leave the valve open now on the fitting and just turn the pump on when I need to use it. Makes the system much more usable. Here are the parts if you want to put together the same setup.
The hose:
https://a.co/d/5lJY8x1
The Nozzle:
https://a.co/d/bw58F6K
The STL file for the 3D printed nozzle holder:

Water Nozzle Holder.STL

drive.google.com drive.google.com
 
Painting my VHF whip antenna. the paint was delaminating when I purchased the boat in 2018. At the time I wrapped the antenna in white electrical tape. The tape is starting to deteriorate and I decided to paint this time around.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

  • Tugnuts.com is the community hub for Ranger Tug, Cutwater, and Solara owners. Since its inception in 2008, the Tugnuts forum has grown into an active and thriving community of more than 9,000 members. It serves as both a meeting place for the best boating community online, and an invaluable archive of information.

  • User menu
Back
Top