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    Alright captains, trip planning again. This time the Florida Keys. The boat is in Jupiter

    where we will go aboard Christmas Day. We want to go to the Keys and need some tips on planning, at least for the first few days. My first question is where should I plan on getting on the first day? Just south of miami and anchor at Elliott? Or can I get farther than that and still have some...
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    Trip planning: Savannah to Palm Beach for next week.

    We are in a 450 Express Bridge with Cummins 450's. Any advice is appreciated. OF course my trip depends on conditions off shore vs. in the ICW. If the seas are calm enough, my initial plan is from Savannah to St. Augustine. St. Augistine to Cape Canaveral area. Cape Canaveral to...
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    Fresh Water leak? I have a '99 450 Bridge and seem to be losing fresh water.

    about 48 hours after filling the tank, I am about at half full with little to no usage. I do hear the water pump running briefly every so often, so I wonder if something (water heater?) has a leak and keeps drawing from the tank. I see water accumulated under my starboard engine and there is...
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    I need a new vent cover for my '99 450 EB. this is the one forward on the starboard side

    I think it covers the vent exhaust from the guest head. I also need some of those springs that secure above head lighting fixtures. And finally, to they make LED bulbs to replace the original incandescent bulbs for the interior lighting? Thanks in advance!
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    Need info on maintenance of AC units. 1. How do you flush with fresh water?

    is there somewhere I can attach a hose and flush the system? 2. where exactly are the drain pans and what do I need to put in them to prevent clogs and keep them clean? I am a total newbie to having AC units on board and need a walkthrough if possible. Thanks in advance.
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    Picking up my 450 DB next week in Annapolis and bringing it down to Savannah.

    Woohoo! My plan is to come down the Chesapeake to Norfolk, take ICW through the Dismal Swamp and pop out at Beaufort to hopefully run offshore the rest of the way. I would appreciate any thoughts on this plan, including about how long I should anticipate it taking. (I plan to travel more...
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    Well, we have a contract and getting ready to survey a ‘99 450 Bridge.

    Anyone have any tips on things to look for on that boat? It has the Cummins 450’s. Thanks in advance.
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    Bahamas crossing question: On forums that are more geared to sailing,

    The question is frequently asked about heading to the Bahamas from St. Augustine rather than doing so from South Florida. Invariably the advice is that fighting the Gulf Stream at that heading makes no sense. Much better to cross with the stream on your side than in your teeth. My question is...
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    Good resource to find dockage rates? I need to find a slip in the Palm Beach area

    For a 44 for a month to six weeks. Thanks!
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    We have made.an offer on a 440 bridge with cat diesels (3116 350s)).

    Can anyone give me info on most fuel efficient cruising speeds and range?
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    I’ve got an offer in and need a surveyor and diesel mechanic in Punta Gorda area

    for survey and sea trial. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
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    550 Sedan Bridge 1997-1998?

    Wife and I are considering a boat we can cruise with our two children on. We spend time in South Florida and have family there, we both have enjoyed charters in the Bahamas and would love to explore the Keys. We live in Savannah and spend a lot of time on the local waterways. We want a boat we...
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    Sedan Bridge 550 1997,1998

    Wife and I are considering a boat we can cruise with our two children on. We spend time in South Florida and have family there, we both have enjoyed charters in the Bahamas and would love to explore the Keys. We live in Savannah and spend a lot of time on the local waterways. We want a boat...
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