If there was ever a test for the re-modeled pilot house aboard Wind Horse, it would involve piloting in thick Maine fog. Between navigation, keeping watch for other vessels, and dodging lobster pots, it is essential for crew, visibility, and electronics to work efficiently together. We have been pleasantly surprised at the visibility with the […]
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Wicked FPB 97-1 High Res Slide Exterior Slide Show
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FPB 64 Series Construction Update – Builds Six Through Nine
We’ve got a few photos (from the hundreds we get every month) to share. Assuming you have seen much of this before (or can if you go back in the archives) we’ll concentrate on a few unusual details, beginning with how to remove a prop shaft without dropping the rudder. The first two photos are […]
Using Pump Temperature As An Early Warning
You will recall we added temperature sensors to the raw water pumps on the engines, and to the exhaust water injection elbows. The concept was that this should provide early indication of a cooling issue. With a five degree F delta shown above, we decided to check the port engine pump. We found the long […]
Wicked FPB 97-1 Exterior Finals
Following is an updated set of exterior renderings for the Wicked FPB 97-1. Additional large sized images of the interior will be added to SetSail.com in coming weeks, so check back from time to time for the latest. […]
Nantucket Sunrises, Celestial Orbs, New Friends and Old, A Whale of a Cruising Tale
We’ve been hanging out on the hook in Nantucket, a bit to the north of the summer mob scene. In spite of dreadfully slow internet service on both AT&T and Verizon, this is a lovely spot. The sunrises, as you can see above, have been wondrous. And by getting up at 0445 for the […]
Cruising With NMEA 2000 – A First Hand Look The Maretron System, And A Few Other Observations
We’ve just completed our first passage in what seems like forever: Beaufort, North Carolina to Nantucket Island off the coast of New England. This gave us a chance to work with our newly installed NMEA 2000 (N2K) information system and Maretron’s software, as well as try out the newly enclosed flying bridge. The screen shot […]
FPB Dinghy Decisions
For the success of the FPB 64 program, it is essential that we standardize nearly all of the details to ensure we can deliver the highest quality vessel for the best overall value. One of the items the owners do have free reign over is the choice of dinghy. In the photo above, the owner […]
It Is Time To Get On With Cruising
Mother Nature has been sending us a not-so-subtle message. “Enough with the boat testing and fine-tuning” she seems to be saying, “it is time to move on.” Having now completed a vigorous sea trial, and checked things back at the dock, we have a date with US Customs for clearance. Today, being Sunday, was designated […]
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