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By Captain John
Here on the Rio Dulce we frequently see batteries which fail much sooner than one would expect and always the question is WHY? There are several contributing factors but heat is the primary factor at work here. Heat is a killer of all batteries but high temperatures like we have here on the Rio Dulce cannot always be avoided. Temperatures in the summer often reach into the 90’s and when boats are closed in the heat of the day inside temperatures are considerably higher. As a guideline, each 8°C (15°F) rise in temperature cuts the life of a lead acid battery in half. A battery that might last 10 years at 25°C (77°F) would only live for five years if operated at 33°C (92°F). The same battery would desist after 2½ years if kept at a constant temperature of 41°C (106°F). Once the battery is damaged by heat, the capacity cannot be restored. The life of a battery also depends on the activity and is shortened if the battery is stressed with frequent discharge, over discharge (discharge greater than 50% of rated capacity) or cell dry out by lack of electrolyte. The problem of heat related failure is even more pronounced with sealed AGM batteries. We DO NOT recommend AGM batteries for use in a hot environment. People are drawn to AGM because of its low maintenance requirement however, once an AGM starts to gas electrolyte is lost and there is no way to replace it. |
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 Hoodee's Boliche has been closed through March for resurfacing the lanes, adding air conditioning and re-roofing the bar area to keep the lanes cool for summer
The renovation at Hoodee´s Boliche is finished and the lanes will re-open on Thursday, April 4th. To increase the comfort level on hot summer afternoons, the playing area has been air conditioned and the bar is now cooler with a new thatched roof. The beer is still the coldest in town and mixed drinks are available. The lanes are level and freshly varnished.
To add a little fun to the bowling challenge, eagle-eyed sharpshooters will be awarded cash prizes for picking up “Hoodee´s splits”. New thatched roof keeps the bar cooler by several degrees 7/10 split pays Q200,
4/6 split Q100,
7/9 split Q100,
8/10 split Q100,
4/10 split Q50,
6/7 split Q50,
3/7 split Q20,
2/10 split Q20,
5/10 split Q10,
5/7 split Q10,
1/10 split Q10,
1/7 split Q10,
“mini splits” Q5,
“sleepers” Q5. Call 4947-5677 for reservations. Transportation provided round trip from Brunos, Q5 per person.
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 The annual Semana Santa boat procession was held Friday marking the stations of the Cross visiting the various marinas on the Rio Dulce. |
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 Free castrations ... WHAT? If you are interested in receiving these benefits for free please send us an email with your name, phone number, and let us know if you want for your pet the free rabies vaccine or the castration, or both to the address
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m Additionally, we will be offering 30% off in dog grooming services, and a wide range of pet products. You can check us on Facebook as Virtual Pet.
It is very important for us to have an estimate number of pets that will be seen on that day, so that we can bring the proper equipment. Share this with your friends and family. The animals will be over there about 4 hours and must have an owner with them. Animals must not eat or drink for 8 hours before surgery. This is all free! Dr. Wer will have another vet coming to Agua Caliente on March 28 for consultation and then World Vets are coming in June with 14 vets for a few days! |
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 s/v Blue Frog
Time to get out of dodge for a few days?
You're in luck... the ever popular Burnt Key Semana Santa Persona non Grata Regatta will be held this coming weekend, March 23, 24 & 25 (Sat., Sun., Mon.)
Sunday is the best part because it's the day of barbecued “everything” by Sandy at Burnt Key Marina.
There will be sailboat races, cruises, exploration tours, live music and much more. Currently there are at least 7 boats planning to participate with more showing interest. Event organizers are John and Sheila aboard s/v Triumphant. They can be reached on VHF Channel 68 or by phone at 4584-3961. |
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 I almost dropped my coffee cup this morning when I looked up and saw these guys crossing the bow of m/v Steel Magnolia, docked at La Marina in Livingston. Apparently they are part of a combined U.S. Navy MCAST (Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training) working with Guatemala’s FEN (Fuerza Especial Naval) Navy Special Forces on a training exercise from Santo Tomás de Castilla. The two inflatable patrol boats were accompanied by two other fiberglass patrol boats as the four headed upriver from Livingston. Note the aft machine gunner waving for the camera. Photo by Roy McNett, Editor.  Guatemalan Navy Special Forces (FEN) |
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 Steve Zander's beloved old cabin cruiser, m/v Miss Doris, was sighted in Livingston this morning underway across from La Marina. Steve's boat sank at the dock at Bruno's over a year ago. But she is now afloat and looks like she'll be working hauling freight -- with a few alterations (see photo below). |
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 Pickin' and grinnin' at Burnt Key Marina -- Beth was doing the picking and Jody was doing the grinning during the Sunday barbecue at Burnt Key Marina. Sandy and Dave serve up a great plate of barbecue every Sunday. |
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 Ariel at the parts counter All labor will be at no charge. However, you will be charged for any lubricants or parts, if needed. And it doesn’t matter where you bought your Suzuki. If it’s a Suzuki, they’ll do the maintenance on it. And, if you happen to have a Husqvarna chain saw on board, there’ll be a similar free maintenance clinic on March 22. Equipos del Lago is located across the street from BanRural in the concrete mall, next to Sistemes Solaris and across the way from Comercial W&L . Managing the store is Lidia with her friendly assistant Ariel. Phone 7930-5675 or email
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.  Suzuki outboards While you’re there, check out the new selection of products at Equipos del Rio. They stock a wide variety of pump impellers, NGK spark plugs, propellers, bilge pumps, fuel filters, grease gun cartridges, life jackets, spearguns, life rings, and foul weather gear. They’re also a dealer for Igloo ice chests, Honda and Suzuki outboards, Interstate and Bosch batteries, Zerex antifreeze, Suzuki motorcycles, and Perko hardware. There’s a variety of pressure washers, weed eaters, docklines, fish hooks and line, lubricants like WD40 and 3 in one Oil, 2 cycle and 4 cycle engine oil. And there’s a good selection of fiberglass cloth, matte and resins. Equipos del Rio is open from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. Closed Sundays. |
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