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Deck skylight repair. Carroll H. Austin at 10:08am 10.01.99 Ask A Catalina Owner 1/1343 I have a 1984 Cat, 25 with a "skylight" that is recessed in the forward deck between the forward hat
looking for dimensions for mainsail '84 sloop25.5 xtuxman@aol.com at 8:18am 10.01.99 Ask A Hunter Owner 1/1227 Need dimensions for mainsail ripped in storm Sloop 25.5 1984Thanks for any help
Onboard Manuals Carl at 7:40am 10.01.99 Ask A Catalina Owner 1/1236 As the new owner of a Catalina 310, I am looking for opinions on which manuals are a MUST HAVE for k
335 Radar Wiring Charlie Fritts at 4:43am 10.01.99 Ask A Hunter Owner 1/1127 I am in the process of installing a Raytheon Radar in a 1989 335. I am mast mounting the radar. Th
Morgan 30 O/I info request David Herrick at 4:16am 10.01.99 Guest Expert: Cruising with Kayaks 0/1155 I recently bought a 1977 Morgan 30 O/I.I would like to hear suggestions on where to find parts.
Mast repair h.banick at 11:58pm 09.30.99 Ask A Catalina Owner 1/1490 I'm looking for a book or help on mast repair ' painting.
A system for my Hunter 1995 37.5 ? David Smith at 11:54pm 09.30.99 Other Sailboats 1/938 The ice box for my 37.5 is about ~7 cu/ft. What system could I use and should I separate the box ino
Cabin or Cockpit Table Options? Bryan Sperling at 11:14pm 09.30.99 Destinations 1/2064 I am interested in comments and suggestions reguarding a table setup for either the cockpit area or
Renault R8 diesel parts Jim Rice at 10:57pm 09.30.99 Mid-Size Boats 0/1075 1) The belt on the engine is pt. # AX-38, Dayco Gold Label cog belt.2) The previous owner had th
Prop Walk Bart at 9:50pm 09.30.99 Ask A Catalina Owner 5/1704 to much prop walk when reversing. Boat insists on stern pulling to starboard when in reverse - toug
HC50 finds the future Bob Knott at 8:55pm 09.30.99 Big Boats 9/2057 Did anyone else but me notice the new Cruising World mag's striking similarity between the first new
Question: can teak be sealed to protect it? Kevin at 12:40pm 09.30.99 Big Boats 1/1273 We are purchasing a new Hunter. Is it possible (or advisable?) to treat the teak in the cabin with
1989-1994 hunter 27 Greg Hapner at 12:17pm 09.30.99 Smaller Boats 3/1948 Has anyone had any experience trailering the 1989-1994 h27 ? It looks to be the same boat as the 26
What engine does your C-36 have Bob Robeson at 11:43am 09.30.99 Big Boats 2/1355 I understand that there are 3 different models of the Universal M-25. 21 HP, 23 HP, and 25HP.How
fiberglas hull streaks,imperfections, whatever Craig at 11:42am 09.30.99 Big Boats 7/1450 Now that my 34 hunter is back in the parking lot(some say on the hard) I started cleaning and waxing
Racing a H34 followup Ben Townsend at 10:17am 09.30.99 Other Sailboats 1/920 I appreciate all the responses that I am getting. Some additional questions.If tuned properly how
25.5 We must unite. Cliff Ruckstuhl at 8:54am 09.30.99 Smaller Boats 1/1034 I beleave it is time for us to have a get togather/Regatta. If you go to the 23 spot you can see th
How can I drain the hot water heater on H28.5 Mark Waggoner at 8:05am 09.30.99 Mid-Size Boats 3/1479 For the last couple of winters, I've tried to be conservative on anti-freeze and have tried draining
Cowl Vents Bob Schaefer (Benicia Ca) at 7:12am 09.30.99 Ask A Hunter Owner 2/1388 Does anyone know a source for the cowl vents on a Hunter 34? They are an odd size, 5" or 5.75" I th
Adding 150 roller reefing head sail Floyd at 6:17am 09.30.99 Mid-Size Boats 2/1472 My hunter 310 apperars slow in 8-10 knot winds and less. Current sail configeration is a std. heads

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Prow prang predicament: practical patching protocol, please. (1) jssailem at 11:17am 01.13.20 Two ideas Bob that I have gleaned from my contact with Canadian Sailors... Bullards are a bear... t
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Prow prang predicament: practical patching protocol, please. Noodat Lady at 10:33am 01.13.20 And look how much additional awesome information you get here on SBO. We are pleased to give more
Code Zero Rigging recommendations (6) Sailavie1 at 10:33am 01.13.20
Whisker Pole Mast Storage jmce1587 at 10:31am 01.13.20
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Prow prang predicament: practical patching protocol, please. Will Gilmore at 10:23am 01.13.20 The original post though was really asking for advice about the repair process. The description of
Code Zero Rigging recommendations JRT at 10:22am 01.13.20 So a bit of googling and it seems turning block substitutions with LFRs is one of the first things m
Philadelphia Will Gilmore at 10:18am 01.13.20 I too am fascinated by river and canal travel. I think I'll tag along. Sorry I can't contribute mo
Prow prang predicament: practical patching protocol, please. Noodat Lady at 10:17am 01.13.20 Bob. Is this a casual I think I want to get off, dock or is it your goto everyday marina slip? Th
Oregon 5th Graders launch boats into the Pacific Will Gilmore at 10:15am 01.13.20 Sailing seems a perfect foil for lots of learning opportunities. Science, Economics, Social Studies
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Karver winch ? Pirate Dave at 10:11am 01.13.20 Defender has access to the old Pontos as well. Same winch but better pricing
Oregon 5th Graders launch boats into the Pacific jssailem at 10:04am 01.13.20 It seems a stretch.. There are lots of hazards along the way, but some flotsam has arrived off the O
Code Zero Rigging recommendations JRT at 10:03am 01.13.20 Thanks, the cost saving wasn't driving this idea. I'm planning to stick with very lite wind days an
Oregon 5th Graders launch boats into the Pacific shemandr at 10:03am 01.13.20 At the very least if this makes youngsters aware of ocean currents it would be worth it. But, there
Prow prang predicament: practical patching protocol, please. DArcy at 10:01am 01.13.20 If you can incorporate that ram into the stainless prow-plate then you could have a marketable idea.
Prow prang predicament: practical patching protocol, please. jssailem at 10:01am 01.13.20 Bob. Is this a casual I think I want to get off, dock or is it your goto everyday marina slip?
Whisker Pole Mast Storage PaulK at 9:59am 01.13.20 :plus::plus: I've never snagged mine.
Solar vents in the Pacific Northwest jssailem at 9:58am 01.13.20 "Wait for awhile".:yikes: I know a couple of guys who saw the snow of 2019 and ran to their boat t

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