John, That's the antenna I was describing! Thanks for posting the picture. I had that antenna mounted on the stern of our Gulf 32 and would receive the AIS signal at the max range of VHF even though

It looks like they'll be in stock by the end of the month or a little later Or, try https://www.boatandrvaccessories.com/products/glomex-ra201-antenna-splitter-vhf-ais-am-fm. for $34.60 + free

I got the A023 (smaller and simpler) direct from the UK. $84.20 + $13.35 Royal Mail. https://www.quark-elec.com/product/qk-a023-ais-wireless-receiver/

I got the Quark QK-A027 through Amazon (but They don't sell it anymore): https://www.quark-elec.com/product/qk-a027-wireless-ais-gps-receiver-with-seatalk-converter/ -- This email has been checked

That's a darn good price on the splitter, but they're out of stock.

Glomex splitter from Hodges Marine QK-A023 AIS wifi/USB receiver from Quark-Elec (UK) If the splitter works okay, it's less gear visible. If not, plan B.

Bob, That's a very good price for both. Can you share with us where you got them? On the big boat I had AIS that displayed on my PC charting program and found it quite valuable, especially in foggy

John - This is part cautionary tale about electronics creep and part informational. I was leaning towards joining you for your March 21 session. But since COVID-19 has now appeared in Jefferson

Hi Theresa, It is very generous of you to donate the lathe to the boathouse. I don't want to cause you any inconvenience in getting it to us. I can make arrangements to come pick it up when you are

I might be able to get a younger guy to help load. If no one else is headed your way, I'll see if I can take the day off and move it in the truck. “Throw out the radio and take the fiddle down

I'm going by the Boathouses in Toledo on Thursday. If someone can get it to the Denny's in Albany, by the Hwy 20 exit, at quarter to one, I'll buy them lunch and take the lathe the rest of the way. I

I think it was late 40s, common brand like Wards. I think he'd be happy to see it at the boat house. Just gotta figure a way to get it there. “Throw out the radio and take the fiddle down from the

I remember when Lon got that. IIRC, it was a nice lathe. And lathes don't much wear out or go bad. Should be a nice addition to the Toledo shop.

I did find pictures of it. It's been unused for several years but was working fine. “Throw out the radio and take the fiddle down from the wall.” — Andrew Nelson Lytle, Tennessee, 1930

Lon picked this up when he was learning to turn. I'd be happy to donate it to you. “Throw out the radio and take the fiddle down from the wall.” — Andrew Nelson Lytle, Tennessee, 1930

Actually we do. I was just going to bring my lathe in from home and teach a class this week to the crew. -- Joe Novello

Does the boathouse have a use for a wood lathe? Thought I'd ask. It's an older lathe that has been converted to variable speed. Has the woodworking tools too. “Throw out the radio and take the

Another reminder that the Coots (Western Oregon Messabouts) would like to invite you to display a boat, display art or crafts, or make a presentation of some sort at this years Depoe Bay Wooden Boat

I grew up in Ireland. Most coastal towns are very small and exposed, and there is not good place to keep these boats on the water, or a good slipway. So they make some interesting custom

Tough boats, tough crews. I've toured these types of boats and spoke to crews in Scotland, England, and the same type of organization in Ireland and France. Inspirational.