Recent content by mistahlee

I'm with you, Parker 2310. Plus a hand-held VHF and a gallon of water for every person aboard, although I did drop the satellite phone subscription. I've been in a couple alarming situations (on previous boats, not the Parker) and the calmness of mind that comes from preparation is priceless.

Can we see where and how you placed the batteries? Thanks!

I quite agree with warthog5 that trying to work a touchscreen while bouncing around in seas can be annoying beyond endurance. But I have found that the 12" Garmin is more manageable than anything larger. I can anchor my fingers outside the edge of the unit and touch the screen with my thumb...

Looks great. What are the dimensions of the opening?

It looks great. You have skills that I lack.

pelagic2530, I have no issues with the tie down system. But then I remove the cooler only to scrub the deck. By the way, Frigid Rigid also offers an apparently sturdier turnbuckle system, with a deck attachment fixture that has a higher profile still. But when they told me, candidly, they're...

This is my solution. It's a stock size, about 155 quarts, and helps trim a lot. But I'd like to have more capacity. Who fabricated yours, GoodChance?

not cheap but ingenious https://marineproducts.net/boat-accessories-fishing-products/

I too am thinking of a hatch (2300 CCDV with no forward seating) not just stow the rode better, but also louvered to provide some ventilation. Mako Boat Louvered Door Hatch | 20 3/8 x 9 7/8 In Off White Starboard I'll be interested to see your pictures .