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Today, 10:05 PM

john replied to a thread I am off my nut!...c.captain is today again a vessel owner! in Scuttlebutt

A couple layers of two-part spar varnish over the epoxy is the best option. I use Interlux Perfection which is pricey but, if applied right, is the...

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Yesterday, 08:28 PM

Jeffrox replied to a thread New Question for JD Cavo in Maritime Training & Licensing

To quote jdcavo from 4 days ago: "Apart from the 90 days used to meet the recency requirements in 46 CFR 11.201(c), there is no time limit on sea...

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Yesterday, 07:31 PM

tengineer replied to a thread IF or When The rest of the industry will match the GOM in Maritime Topics

It is all relative. More pay for more parts or less pay for less parts? If you are paid by the part drillship guys are underpaid. Container ship...

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Yesterday, 05:05 PM

tengineer replied to a thread IF or When The rest of the industry will match the GOM in Maritime Topics

The ebb and flow has been going on for a LONG time. The oil boom in the GOM in the last 10 years or so has changed things and with the deeper water...

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Yesterday, 11:00 AM

jdcavo replied to a thread QMED Rating Descriptions in Professional Mariner Forum

Engineman and Deck Engine Mechanic require you to first hold other QMED Ratings and get sea time on them. Engineman needs 6 months as oiler, FOWT,...

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May 16th, 2013, 09:47 PM

tengineer replied to a thread Atlas Imperial Marad genset 1947 in Engineering

If I remember correctly, and that is debatable on a good day, the old diesel manuals were based on the engine running 24/7 which is about 4000 hours...

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May 16th, 2013, 07:21 PM

tengineer replied to a thread Atlas Imperial Marad genset 1947 in Engineering

I might be able to dig around and find you a fine stone for strapping on a broom handle if you need to knock the green off the commutator a little....

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May 16th, 2013, 05:57 PM

Jeffrox replied to a thread Converting licenses into accredited college classes? in Professional Mariner Forum

Look here: http://www.acenet.edu/news-room/Pages/College-Credit-Recommendation-Service-(CREDIT).aspx

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May 16th, 2013, 07:54 AM

Jemplayer replied to a thread Is Harvey Gulf Marine becoming a steamroller in the GoM? in Offshore

Finely a dedicated paperwork bitch!!

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May 16th, 2013, 01:31 AM

Jeffrox replied to a thread Seattle Maritime Academy in Maritime Training & Licensing

Why don't you write or call the school?

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May 15th, 2013, 10:34 PM

tengineer replied to a thread Oil Up??? What's that? in Engineering

Max was known down in the Caribbean years ago running supply boats turned bicycle and mattress freighters into some of the worst shit holes on the...

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May 15th, 2013, 09:39 PM

john replied to a thread Oil Up??? What's that? in Engineering

The word on the street in silicon valley is that these idiots are throwing stupid amounts of money at this project and as a "maritime advisory" Max...

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May 15th, 2013, 09:03 PM

john replied to a thread Oil Up??? What's that? in Engineering

Max is a friend and helped me with as issue I was having when I wrote my book. He has also been a long time supporter of gCaptain. But, to answer...

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May 15th, 2013, 04:06 PM

john replied to a thread I am off my nut!...c.captain is today again a vessel owner! in Scuttlebutt

I am aware of that fact and it's one of many reasons why, despite wanting one, I don't own one ;)

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May 15th, 2013, 12:48 PM

john replied to a thread I am off my nut!...c.captain is today again a vessel owner! in Scuttlebutt

She looks like the perfect vessel for your plans so, congratulations, you're not totally off your rocker (well, unless she is made of something like...

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May 15th, 2013, 12:45 PM

skycowboy replied to a thread I am off my nut!...c.captain is today again a vessel owner! in Scuttlebutt

I think the Titan Uranus is a fitting name. Call me if you need a crew...

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May 15th, 2013, 11:04 AM

jdcavo replied to a thread Matsuda stepping down in Press Releases

Congress doesn't choose agency heads, they can only confirm/deny (You should have learned that in 5th grade social studies).

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May 15th, 2013, 09:55 AM

john replied to a thread Matsuda stepping down in Press Releases

You are forgetting one critical point, I have spent most of my career on ships so I have absolutely no experience inside the beltway (or in an office...

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May 15th, 2013, 09:51 AM

skycowboy replied to a thread Is Harvey Gulf Marine becoming a steamroller in the GoM? in Offshore

I thought when the Roach Motels were torn down and the high rises were built that things would change. But you can't make game fish out of bottom...

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May 15th, 2013, 09:50 AM

john replied to a poll Should Kings Point be shut-down or not in Professional Mariner Forum

The thing is that, if Maine were to loose any leadership, I have full confidence they would spread a wide net and find a solid replacement. Not so...

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May 15th, 2013, 09:37 AM

jdcavo replied to a thread Center for Marine Training and Safety (CMTS) in Texas A&M Maritime Academy

I'm pretty sure they give their courses at their own facility off campus over by the end of the causeway.

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May 15th, 2013, 07:45 AM

jdcavo replied to a thread BRIDGE recording of PORTER (DDG78) collision in Professional Mariner Forum

I deleted the post you were responding to as I was doubting my memory. I shouldn't have. From the NTSB investigation: "Contributing to the...

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May 15th, 2013, 07:22 AM

jdcavo replied to a thread what is an "equivelant position"????? in 500 Ton Master Upgrade

Deckhand or wheelmen while holding AB would count. Probably not tankerman, especially if the barge is not manned.

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May 15th, 2013, 05:06 AM

jdcavo replied to a thread BRIDGE recording of PORTER (DDG78) collision in Professional Mariner Forum

A KP engineer.

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May 14th, 2013, 09:43 PM

john replied to a poll Should Kings Point be shut-down or not in Professional Mariner Forum

No, I fully disagree with his idea! The merchant marine is not, and needs to stop acting like, the navy's red headed step-child. We need greater...

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May 14th, 2013, 09:25 PM

john replied to a thread BRIDGE recording of PORTER (DDG78) collision in Professional Mariner Forum

Notice the last order from the captain for "flank speed"? Once I did bridge simulator training with some navy guys and they did a marginal job...

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May 14th, 2013, 09:01 PM

john replied to a poll Should Kings Point be shut-down or not in Professional Mariner Forum

Well, you're in good company, as I had a ton of demerits as well. To be honest I haven't decided where I stand on the regiment. At this point I'm...

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May 14th, 2013, 08:33 PM

tengineer replied to a poll Should Kings Point be shut-down or not in Professional Mariner Forum

If one feels they need a regimented program that instructs them on how to make up their beds, stand in line properly, get up when they are supposed...

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