JH
Jonathan Haas
Tue, Oct 1, 2013 7:55 PM
Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
As I have been sorting out what goes with us onto the boat and what stays
behind to be sold, I am at a bit of a loss on my shop. I know I'm taking
wrenches, plumbing tools, electrical tools, pliers, screwdrivers, but not
so clear on small things such as nuts, bolts, screws (which I have tons of)
and bigger things such as my power tools. I have a pretty complete
woodshop and I know I'm not taking the bigger stuff like the table saw.
But what about a jig saw? Circular saw? Reciprocating saw? Hand or Belt
sander? I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process.
Thanks to all,
Jonathan Haas
Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
As I have been sorting out what goes with us onto the boat and what stays
behind to be sold, I am at a bit of a loss on my shop. I know I'm taking
wrenches, plumbing tools, electrical tools, pliers, screwdrivers, but not
so clear on small things such as nuts, bolts, screws (which I have tons of)
and bigger things such as my power tools. I have a pretty complete
woodshop and I know I'm not taking the bigger stuff like the table saw.
But what about a jig saw? Circular saw? Reciprocating saw? Hand or Belt
sander? I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process.
Thanks to all,
Jonathan Haas
AT
Al Thomason
Tue, Oct 1, 2013 9:57 PM
FWIW, of the small power tools aboard - the two that I have used often are:
Hand drill, and small bench-top drill-press. Is surprising how often the
drill press gets used. I also carry a skill saw, jig saw, belt and
orbital sander, power hand planer, angle grinder, as well as a router. Of
those I have had occasion to only use the orbital sander....
And an idea (now that I have mine :-) - I watched EBay for good deals on
bronze hand tools. Pliers, adjustable wrenches, pipe wrenches. They are
used in the oil and gas industry and are over the top expensive. But with
patience one can find good deal on Ebay. I replaced all my 'larger' hand
wrenches with these bronze ones (ala 12" - 15" pipe wrench, 8", 12"
adjustable wrenches, etc.). And I keep a small 6" adjustable and slip
pliers in the top drawer of the work bench.
-al-
Viking Star
45' Monk Sr. / McQueen
mvVikingStar.blogspot.com
FWIW, of the small power tools aboard - the two that I have used often are:
Hand drill, and small bench-top drill-press. Is surprising how often the
drill press gets used. I also carry a skill saw, jig saw, belt and
orbital sander, power hand planer, angle grinder, as well as a router. Of
those I have had occasion to only use the orbital sander....
And an idea (now that I have mine :-) - I watched EBay for good deals on
bronze hand tools. Pliers, adjustable wrenches, pipe wrenches. They are
used in the oil and gas industry and are over the top expensive. But with
patience one can find good deal on Ebay. I replaced all my 'larger' hand
wrenches with these bronze ones (ala 12" - 15" pipe wrench, 8", 12"
adjustable wrenches, etc.). And I keep a small 6" adjustable and slip
pliers in the top drawer of the work bench.
-al-
Viking Star
45' Monk Sr. / McQueen
mvVikingStar.blogspot.com
HG
Harry Graham
Tue, Oct 1, 2013 10:05 PM
How big is your boat?
Sent from my iPad, expect typos.
On Oct 1, 2013, at 12:55, Jonathan Haas llywinda@gmail.com wrote:
Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
As I have been sorting out what goes with us onto the boat and what stays
behind to be sold, I am at a bit of a loss on my shop. I know I'm taking
wrenches, plumbing tools, electrical tools, pliers, screwdrivers, but not
so clear on small things such as nuts, bolts, screws (which I have tons of)
and bigger things such as my power tools. I have a pretty complete
woodshop and I know I'm not taking the bigger stuff like the table saw.
But what about a jig saw? Circular saw? Reciprocating saw? Hand or Belt
sander? I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process.
Thanks to all,
Jonathan Haas
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On Oct 1, 2013, at 12:55, Jonathan Haas <llywinda@gmail.com> wrote:
> Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
> house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
> As I have been sorting out what goes with us onto the boat and what stays
> behind to be sold, I am at a bit of a loss on my shop. I know I'm taking
> wrenches, plumbing tools, electrical tools, pliers, screwdrivers, but not
> so clear on small things such as nuts, bolts, screws (which I have tons of)
> and bigger things such as my power tools. I have a pretty complete
> woodshop and I know I'm not taking the bigger stuff like the table saw.
> But what about a jig saw? Circular saw? Reciprocating saw? Hand or Belt
> sander? I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
> boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
> auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
> decision making process.
> Thanks to all,
> Jonathan Haas
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Joseph Pica
Tue, Oct 1, 2013 10:42 PM
Snip:".... I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process..."
I went through the same process 6 years ago and recommend that you auction
most all of your tools to consolidate them in a common 12 volt
battery(plenty power for most boat stuff) Lithium type collection palm
impact driver, reciprocal saw, compact variable speed drill., oscillating
tool, sabre saw, e.g. Milwaukee 12 volt tools or Bosch. Just a note, I
have a very large storage area and a full tool chest on a work bench in the
engine room hand plane, compact cross cut/box saw, Keep all stainless
steel fasteners you have. Keep any corded buffer, sander( with a
collection of (paper 80-600 + grit) and oscillating tool (e.g. Fen tool).
Keep any quality electrical hand tools to include:any electrical tape
snake, quality solder gun, crimpers, strippers, meters, IR thermometer a
good collection of electrical fasteners, and shrink wrap, etc. Heat gun,
Hose clamps flexible nut drivers in metric and sae. I have made good
use of "throw away" Harbor Freight tools when needed (although I apt to
keep them if they still work e.g. electric impact wrench especially handy
for removing pulleys from an alternator. Acetone, thinner, lubricants,
good caulk gun, etc...
I know I've left plenty out but other will surely fill in omissions.
Joe Pica
Carolyn Ann GH N-37
--
Joe Pica
Carolyn Ann GH N-37
MTOA #3813, AGLCA #5485
http://carolynann-n37.blogspot.com/
Snip:".... I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
> boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
> auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
> decision making process..."
>
I went through the same process 6 years ago and recommend that you auction
most all of your tools to consolidate them in a common 12 volt
battery(plenty power for most boat stuff) Lithium type collection palm
impact driver, reciprocal saw, compact variable speed drill., oscillating
tool, sabre saw, e.g. Milwaukee 12 volt tools or Bosch. Just a note, I
have a very large storage area and a full tool chest on a work bench in the
engine room hand plane, compact cross cut/box saw, Keep all stainless
steel fasteners you have. Keep any corded buffer, sander( with a
collection of (paper 80-600 + grit) and oscillating tool (e.g. Fen tool).
Keep any quality electrical hand tools to include:any electrical tape
snake, quality solder gun, crimpers, strippers, meters, IR thermometer a
good collection of electrical fasteners, and shrink wrap, etc. Heat gun,
Hose clamps flexible nut drivers in metric and sae. I have made good
use of "throw away" Harbor Freight tools when needed (although I apt to
keep them if they still work e.g. electric impact wrench especially handy
for removing pulleys from an alternator. Acetone, thinner, lubricants,
good caulk gun, etc...
I know I've left plenty out but other will surely fill in omissions.
Joe Pica
Carolyn Ann GH N-37
--
Joe Pica
Carolyn Ann GH N-37
MTOA #3813, AGLCA #5485
http://carolynann-n37.blogspot.com/
JM
Janice Marois
Tue, Oct 1, 2013 10:55 PM
Hello Jonathan.
Congratulations on getting closer to departure. It's certainly a big job,
and well worth it too!
As per Joe Pica, I do agree on the battery powered items to an extent,
however on my boat drilling into 1" thick teak 30+ years old was an
exercise in patience with my old (replaced Black & Decker -- bought
specifically so I could direct wire it when the battery croaked)... I've
got an 18volt DeWalt that will drill into my teak albeit not rapidly. AND
the most important part, get a rapid recharger.
Still, I've opted for all but the drill in AC power. That's what my
inverter is for. And in power tools specifically I have on small 1/4"
sander (replaced when I got tired of hand sanding) and a jig saw. I've a
small Dremel (wouldn't mind a more powerful one if truth be known) and did
borrow a better Dremel with a reciprocating saw for one project.
Any stainless hardware is a good option. And hinges too. I've added a lot
of openings where there were none aboard Seaweed for convenience. That
said, I'm on the micro-end of the cruisers here so if I had more room...
not certain I'd take anything else anyway.
Who wants to use an orbital sander to buff out their boat? Isn't that what
cheap help is for?!
Janice aboard Seaweed
http://janice142.com
Snip:".... I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process..."
Hello Jonathan.
Congratulations on getting closer to departure. It's certainly a big job,
and well worth it too!
As per Joe Pica, I do agree on the battery powered items to an extent,
however on my boat drilling into 1" thick teak 30+ years old was an
exercise in patience with my old (replaced Black & Decker -- bought
specifically so I could direct wire it when the battery croaked)... I've
got an 18volt DeWalt that will drill into my teak albeit not rapidly. AND
the most important part, get a rapid recharger.
Still, I've opted for all but the drill in AC power. That's what my
inverter is for. And in power tools specifically I have on small 1/4"
sander (replaced when I got tired of hand sanding) and a jig saw. I've a
small Dremel (wouldn't mind a more powerful one if truth be known) and did
borrow a better Dremel with a reciprocating saw for one project.
Any stainless hardware is a good option. And hinges too. I've added a lot
of openings where there were none aboard Seaweed for convenience. That
said, I'm on the micro-end of the cruisers here so if I had more room...
not certain I'd take anything else anyway.
Who wants to use an orbital sander to buff out their boat? Isn't that what
cheap help is for?!
Janice aboard Seaweed
http://janice142.com
Snip:".... I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
>
> > boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
> > auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
> > decision making process..."
HJ
Henry J. Dennig
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 12:16 AM
Jonathan,
We did the same downsizing 5 yrs ago.
The first question I have for you is - how much space do you have for
tools? I would keep as many tools as possible because you will find a use
for them. Some could change depending on the age/condition of the boat, and
how much work you will be doing on it.
If I can find a place for an air compressor, air tools, welder, etc I
will be adding them.
Nuts, bolts, screws - I would try to make a guess on what you might would
use on the boat. I got rid of all nails, most non-stainless screws and
bolts.
I have three drills, sawzall, circular saw, jig saw, impact driver,
flashlight that all run off my 19v batteries. I also have a corded drill
which has come in handy for drilling lots of hole saw holes.
I did add a 42" wide tool box to the boat which has helped.
Henry
<snip>
Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
As I have been sorting out what goes with us onto the boat and what stays
behind to be sold, I am at a bit of a loss on my shop. I know I'm taking
wrenches, plumbing tools, electrical tools, pliers, screwdrivers, but not so
clear on small things such as nuts, bolts, screws (which I have tons of) and
bigger things such as my power tools. I have a pretty complete woodshop and
I know I'm not taking the bigger stuff like the table saw.
But what about a jig saw? Circular saw? Reciprocating saw? Hand or Belt
sander? I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process.
Thanks to all,
Jonathan Haas
_<snip>
Jonathan,
We did the same downsizing 5 yrs ago.
The first question I have for you is - how much space do you have for
tools? I would keep as many tools as possible because you will find a use
for them. Some could change depending on the age/condition of the boat, and
how much work you will be doing on it.
If I can find a place for an air compressor, air tools, welder, etc I
will be adding them.
Nuts, bolts, screws - I would try to make a guess on what you might would
use on the boat. I got rid of all nails, most non-stainless screws and
bolts.
I have three drills, sawzall, circular saw, jig saw, impact driver,
flashlight that all run off my 19v batteries. I also have a corded drill
which has come in handy for drilling lots of hole saw holes.
I did add a 42" wide tool box to the boat which has helped.
Henry
<snip>
Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
As I have been sorting out what goes with us onto the boat and what stays
behind to be sold, I am at a bit of a loss on my shop. I know I'm taking
wrenches, plumbing tools, electrical tools, pliers, screwdrivers, but not so
clear on small things such as nuts, bolts, screws (which I have tons of) and
bigger things such as my power tools. I have a pretty complete woodshop and
I know I'm not taking the bigger stuff like the table saw.
But what about a jig saw? Circular saw? Reciprocating saw? Hand or Belt
sander? I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process.
Thanks to all,
Jonathan Haas
_<snip>
SS
Steve Sipe
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 1:56 AM
Jonathan,
We did the same thing 5 yrs ago. Well, almost- we didn't manage to sell
our house, so next year we'll have another go at it.
I hauled a lot of tools on board, but returned some of them to the
house. Aside from typical hand tools, some of the tools I've found the
most useful- Fein MultiMaster, corded drill, 5" vise, c-clamps, heat
gun, 4-1/2" angle grinder, orbital sander. The Fein tool is
indispensable. I offloaded the sawzall, I just didn't use it. I don't
own a saber saw, and never had reason to have one on board. Your tool
arsenal is also driven by what sort of work you anticipate doing. I
found that while cruising and moving around a lot, my tool needs leaned
more towards repair and maintenance; now that we're on a hiatus and I'm
doing some refit, my tool needs are looking for belt sander, router.
table saw, shaper, jointer, etc. <G>
There's always a tool that you need and don't have. If you plan to
return to a home base periodically, it may be worth considering putting
some of the lower priority tools into storage along with the other
inevitable items you won't want to part with yet can't take on board.
It'll give you the option to adjust your inventory to your needs.
Enjoy the transition!
On 10/1/2013 3:55 PM, Jonathan Haas wrote:
Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
<snip>
--
Steve Sipe
Solo 4303 "Maerin"
Middle River, MD
Jonathan,
We did the same thing 5 yrs ago. Well, almost- we didn't manage to sell
our house, so next year we'll have another go at it.
I hauled a lot of tools on board, but returned some of them to the
house. Aside from typical hand tools, some of the tools I've found the
most useful- Fein MultiMaster, corded drill, 5" vise, c-clamps, heat
gun, 4-1/2" angle grinder, orbital sander. The Fein tool is
indispensable. I offloaded the sawzall, I just didn't use it. I don't
own a saber saw, and never had reason to have one on board. Your tool
arsenal is also driven by what sort of work you anticipate doing. I
found that while cruising and moving around a lot, my tool needs leaned
more towards repair and maintenance; now that we're on a hiatus and I'm
doing some refit, my tool needs are looking for belt sander, router.
table saw, shaper, jointer, etc. <G>
There's always a tool that you need and don't have. If you plan to
return to a home base periodically, it may be worth considering putting
some of the lower priority tools into storage along with the other
inevitable items you won't want to part with yet can't take on board.
It'll give you the option to adjust your inventory to your needs.
Enjoy the transition!
On 10/1/2013 3:55 PM, Jonathan Haas wrote:
> Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
> house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
> <snip>
--
Steve Sipe
Solo 4303 "Maerin"
Middle River, MD
RG
Rich Gano
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 1:58 AM
Calypso is a wooden boat. I carry no wood working power tools - just never
needed them. Unless you are planning to take on work while living aboard or
have major modifications, why bother with bulky items like power saws of any
sort? I have a small angle grinder/cutter and an electric drill. I agree
that a small drill press adapter into which I could place my drill would be
neat but hardly ever needed here.
I carry plenty of hand tools applicable to the maintenance of the boat. One
toolbox with pretty much anything needed there lives in the ER, and another
toolbox hides in the fwd cabin. I love my Milwaukee battery powered impact
driver/drill/multi-tool kit and wouldn't go anywhere without it. I always
have some hull/cabin paint and painting supplies as well as varnish and all
the sand paper and sanders to go along with it. I also carry a couple of
diagnostic items like an IR thermometer and a coolant system pressure
tester. Selected sealants and caulks and a caulking gun pretty much round
out the non-electrical/electronic side of things.
I once contemplated some tools applicable to cutting away trees/branches
that might fall on the boat while up the creeks and river but refrained in
the end.
If you intend to have a car/truck ashore, you could put some of the "maybe
someday" items in a small trailer. Or maybe you could keep some stuff in a
storage shed some place.
Rich Gano
Calypso (GB42 Hull # 295)
Panama City area, FL
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Subject: T&T: Tools for cruising
Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
As I have been sorting out what goes with us onto the boat and what stays
behind to be sold, I am at a bit of a loss on my shop. I know I'm taking
wrenches, plumbing tools, electrical tools, pliers, screwdrivers, but not
so clear on small things such as nuts, bolts, screws (which I have tons of)
and bigger things such as my power tools. I have a pretty complete
woodshop and I know I'm not taking the bigger stuff like the table saw.
But what about a jig saw? Circular saw? Reciprocating saw? Hand or Belt
sander? I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process.
Thanks to all,
Jonathan Haas
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Calypso is a wooden boat. I carry no wood working power tools - just never
needed them. Unless you are planning to take on work while living aboard or
have major modifications, why bother with bulky items like power saws of any
sort? I have a small angle grinder/cutter and an electric drill. I agree
that a small drill press adapter into which I could place my drill would be
neat but hardly ever needed here.
I carry plenty of hand tools applicable to the maintenance of the boat. One
toolbox with pretty much anything needed there lives in the ER, and another
toolbox hides in the fwd cabin. I love my Milwaukee battery powered impact
driver/drill/multi-tool kit and wouldn't go anywhere without it. I always
have some hull/cabin paint and painting supplies as well as varnish and all
the sand paper and sanders to go along with it. I also carry a couple of
diagnostic items like an IR thermometer and a coolant system pressure
tester. Selected sealants and caulks and a caulking gun pretty much round
out the non-electrical/electronic side of things.
I once contemplated some tools applicable to cutting away trees/branches
that might fall on the boat while up the creeks and river but refrained in
the end.
If you intend to have a car/truck ashore, you could put some of the "maybe
someday" items in a small trailer. Or maybe you could keep some stuff in a
storage shed some place.
Rich Gano
Calypso (GB42 Hull # 295)
Panama City area, FL
-----Original Message-----
From: Trawlers-and-Trawlering
[mailto:trawlers-bounces@lists.trawlering.com]On Behalf Of Jonathan Haas
Sent: Tuesday, October 01, 2013 2:55 PM
To: TRAWLER LIST
Subject: T&T: Tools for cruising
Friends: We are now at the stage of downsizing from house to boat. The
house goes up for sale in the spring and all the contents going to auction.
As I have been sorting out what goes with us onto the boat and what stays
behind to be sold, I am at a bit of a loss on my shop. I know I'm taking
wrenches, plumbing tools, electrical tools, pliers, screwdrivers, but not
so clear on small things such as nuts, bolts, screws (which I have tons of)
and bigger things such as my power tools. I have a pretty complete
woodshop and I know I'm not taking the bigger stuff like the table saw.
But what about a jig saw? Circular saw? Reciprocating saw? Hand or Belt
sander? I don't want to save too much crap that I will never use on the
boat, but I don't want to have to go re-buy stuff that I let go to the
auction. Anyone have any insights or resources that might help me in the
decision making process.
Thanks to all,
Jonathan Haas
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Joseph Pica
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 3:05 AM
Gee I miss the most important point. That is you should have tools that
meet your motivation, skill and knowledge of repairs of the various systems
and sub systems on the boat. Beyond that they will be just weight.. As
you define your skills and acquire more skills then acquire tools that make
sense within the context of your motivation to do these yourself.
Diagnostic tools and knowledge of their use will be a priority to
identify issues. e.g.. Good multimeter, fluke, ir
thermometer, are the basics and knowledge to use them. Knowledge and
tools to terminate a simple circuit is a must and something most
should be able to do as a cruiser.. Beyond that, it is subjective. Of
course a good set of yellow pages also works :).
--
Joe Pica
Carolyn Ann GH N-37
MTOA #3813, AGLCA #5485
http://carolynann-n37.blogspot.com/
>
> Gee I miss the most important point. That is you should have tools that
> meet your motivation, skill and knowledge of repairs of the various systems
> and sub systems on the boat. Beyond that they will be just weight.. As
> you define your skills and acquire more skills then acquire tools that make
> sense within the context of your motivation to do these yourself.
>
Diagnostic tools and knowledge of their use will be a priority to
identify issues. e.g.. Good multimeter, fluke, ir
thermometer, are the basics and knowledge to use them. Knowledge and
tools to terminate a simple circuit is a must and something most
should be able to do as a cruiser.. Beyond that, it is subjective. Of
course a good set of yellow pages also works :).
--
Joe Pica
Carolyn Ann GH N-37
MTOA #3813, AGLCA #5485
http://carolynann-n37.blogspot.com/
R.
rcrogers6 .
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 3:42 AM
I forgot! In the electrical department a multimeter which remembers
readings is very useful. You also will need a terminal crimper and the
proper cutters for small and large wires. Of course, the proper spare
wires, tapes, and shrink tubing would be par of your electrical tools kit.
A tone out kit can be purchase economically at Home Debit and will permit
you to trace mystery wires.
You will also need a "third hand" which Vise Grips will provide.
I forgot! In the electrical department a multimeter which remembers
readings is very useful. You also will need a terminal crimper and the
proper cutters for small and large wires. Of course, the proper spare
wires, tapes, and shrink tubing would be par of your electrical tools kit.
A tone out kit can be purchase economically at Home Debit and will permit
you to trace mystery wires.
You will also need a "third hand" which Vise Grips will provide.
