Adding a Fireplace

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I apologize in advance for the length of this post. I wanted to include enough details and pictures for other Island Packet owners who may be considering a similar upgrade. There were two main reasons we wanted a “Fireplace” onboard the boat. The first was practical – to be able to heat and dry the […]

Fuel Polisher

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Here is how I installed the Filter Boss “Commander” Fuel Polishing system from KTI Systems, Inc. in an IP420. The first decision was to evaluate mounting locations in the IP420 engine compartment and then choose which version of the Commander series would best suit the available space. I chose the 60GPH version, the smallest.  You […]

Additional 12VDC Beaker Panel

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I had a need to add an additional 12V breaker panel to our Island Packet 420 C Ghost. In searching for a perfect place to put the panel, it appeared that the forward side of the inside of the original breaker panel enclosure might just fit. I measured carefully and determined that the Blue Sea […]