I got a OUPES 2400 (2234 wh, 2400w, 5000w surge) and use it instead of running the generator. Mainly to plug in fans, blender, electric grill, etc.. I plug the boat (30 amp) directly into the Oupes so I just use the normal outlets on the boat. It will also start and run my 1500w, 16,000 btu air...
Well, after the saga of 2 failed replacement long blocks from Volvo back to back, she got in the water mid October and I was able to put 20 hours on her. Had the shop do the break-in oil change and everything looks good so far. Now winterizing is complete and ready for the long winters nap until...
The wife and I are thinking of stopping there for 2 nights on our way back from FL after visiting in-laws for xmas.
I have always heard good things, but not sure what to do there (shop, drink, eat)?
Worth the stop?
Any recommendations?
Cheers,
TDS
Long story short -
Fall of 2021 - new starboard long block installed
June of 2022 - discovered "knock" in bottom end and it was determined new long block failed
April of 2023 - another new volvo long block installed and immediately failed during sea trial.
July of 2023 - charted a Jeanneau NC...
Just got her back to my home port yesterday and now ready to start the 2023 boating season, lol. Plan on running her to mid December or so thanks to climate change.
Went to Bowleys on the Bay Monday for dinner, was able to tie up at fuel dock after 5pm. Good food and cool place.
We did Carsons Creekside last night for dinner. Really impressed with the food at this place. Not a lot of docking options though if on a crowded weekend. Side note, I was...