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Boating/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can not answer questions on motors, or mechanical problems. I have expertise in marine paints and coatings including Antifouling, non-stick, Teflon, epoxy, urethane, high build skid resistant finishes and primers.
Experience in the area
A well published principal of Durall Marine Products, a company with more than 40 years experience in developing special flow-coatings for industrial and consumers. Products developed are for Sailboats, Power Boats, and Ships. See http://www.boat-bottom-paint.com for online information about Durall and its products. Family history includes Sir Francis Chichester single handing around the globe. Admiral Edward Chichester, Superintendent of the British Navy. Rosalie Amelia Chichester, a female yachtsmen flourishing in the Victorian Age. John Chichester, made a fortune in the privateer business and captured a ship with 1200 lb. of gold off the coast of Ghana. Admiral John Chichester helped to defeat the Spanish Armada in 1588 aboard the HMS Larkey.
Organizations
St. Croix Sailing Club.
Publications
Sindicated in most on line Article source sites.
Education/Credentials
MBA, BSB, BA University of Minnesota
Awards and Honors
Sailing trophys for Ranger 23 Tall Rig.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Quibell | 03/17/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| brett | 09/07/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks!!! |
| jeff | 05/23/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Harvey much appreciated. |
| Julie | 04/12/11 | 9 | 10 | 10 | Harvey - Many thanks for your quick ..... |
| Richard Davey | 05/17/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much...got the cost ..... |
Recent Answers from Harvey Chichester
2012-04-10 Boating:
I have not heard this recommendation before but your top speed with out plaining will be between 1.28 and 1.35 times the square route of your water length. Because a wider beam is more stable it has an
2012-03-17 Questions re Bottom Paint:
The product is copper color as the grains of copper protrude though the Teflon to keep growth away. The copper will oxidize over time and become darker. We ship UPS and there is not danger of freezing
2011-02-11 Bottom painting license:
If you are using antifouling paint some states consider that a pesticide and have licensing requirements. You may want to check with your state department that oversees pesticides. If you use a Teflon
2011-01-04 Rolloing of boat.:
Just a guess. It is likely that you have a trim problem that is allowing more weight to the low side causing your list. It may be that separating the motors more, will help the weight center. It could
2010-12-06 boat stains:
You could seal the snaps of your cover so they will not bleed. I would clean them with a phosphoric metal prep. Then use a finger nail polish, two part epoxy, or good enamel to seal all the metal. If
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