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tb4sail at 9:07am 05.06.19
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Has anyone rebedded their side windows in the main salon. I have a 42 passage and a pretty signific
BrianRobin at 8:40am 05.06.19
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This past sat was our clubs "docks go in day", where all the member help out. If you look closely y
Rick D at 8:14am 05.06.19
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I am due to change out my coolant on my Yanmar 4JH2E on my 1994 Hunter 40.5. Hunter installed the gr
JP-M25 at 7:33am 05.06.19
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All, I have a relatively new to me M25. I've seen mention that you are NOT to remove any of the foa
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Anyone know what type of thread sealant Hunter used on the PVC threaded connections on the holding t
Jac123 at 2:16am 05.06.19
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I am looking for the best place to buy OEM or better - hoses, belts, impellars etc for a M25XP (1989
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I was just wondering of you guys with tiller steering. How one locks their tiller when at their moor
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Wife and I have been back on the search for a sailboat that we intend to hang out in the keys and th
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I'm looking at a good deal on a Catalina 30. We're talking about $2500. The reason being that the At
MikeHoncho at 7:03pm 05.05.19
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When I bought my H30 a little over a year ago I transferred and continued its documented vessel with
karena at 4:02pm 05.05.19
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Anyone have (or know where to buy) a reasonably priced sail cover for a Vic 18? I believe the boom
A-Mac at 3:19pm 05.05.19
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I just bought a 1986 Hunter 23. I would like to fly a spinnaker but I don't see a sheave in the mast
Big Mack at 3:15pm 05.05.19
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Just bought my Newport 28. I've noticed considerable gaps with daylight streaming through the edges
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Hello all, can anyone please confirm the best tack attachment point is for a cruising chute on a 41a
mm2347 at 1:36pm 05.05.19
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I have found mixed info. on using the VHF antenna and a splitter for a VHF and an AM-FM radio? Has
Mike H. at 11:37am 05.05.19
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We are in contract to buy a 1989 Beneteau 35s5. We are very excited, it's a sexy boat. I have some
Franzcat at 11:14am 05.05.19
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The mainsail on my MkII tall rig goes up easily until it is about 2/3ds of the way. It then becomes
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too good not to post...crank up your volume.... ferrari sound.mp4
gmcgough at 6:39am 05.05.19
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Hi Everyone, I am a new owner of a MacGregor 26x. I need to install solar for 2 reasons. 1. No pow

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Masthead removal/Catalina 27
Timm R Oday25 at 7:01am 07.01.24
Why are you pushing a pressure cylinder up the mast ? I'm just curious .
2004 Hunter 36 Refrigerator...repair or replace?
Rasselas36 at 6:54am 07.01.24
This is where I found the best price on mine. Great company to work with. . Bob Beard Encompass Mar
Stress cracks in Stainless Steel Arch on my Hunter 306
JamesG161 at 6:42am 07.01.24
The Arch has the Traveler Stress on it. Needs welding or the Boom will lift and be a big issue. Ji
Stress cracks in Stainless Steel Arch on my Hunter 306
rgranger at 6:15am 07.01.24
I agree with @jssailem I would consult a local welder who does stainless
Balmar 6 Series 150 Amp alternator, Balmar MC 614 Regulator
Ward H at 6:11am 07.01.24
Marc, Could the SG200 be not reading correctly? Maybe the software is corrupted and needs to be upda
Running 110V next to 12V while at shore
Davidasailor26 at 6:08am 07.01.24
Cramming the wires together could create an opportunity for chafe issues. Bundling more wires toge
1996 440 Oceanis Choke Cable Replacement
William Taylor at 5:51am 07.01.24
Here is one if 3m (8'-9") works for you. Thank you for the link!
Running 110V next to 12V while at shore
jssailem at 5:39am 07.01.24
I am unaware of any regulations that apply to this particular case. I would be sure that the insul
Missing Reef Hook?
jssailem at 5:25am 07.01.24
Wonderful. How does it function? Not to much friction?
Stress cracks in Stainless Steel Arch on my Hunter 306
jssailem at 5:22am 07.01.24
Those cracks are serious. Something occurred and will require structural repair.
Genoa / Jib are both sitting on the lifelines/bow rail when deployed.
shemandr at 5:17am 07.01.24
You need to get more tension on your jib halyard. Many foresails hang a little on the bow rail/lif
Balmar 6 Series 150 Amp alternator, Balmar MC 614 Regulator
dlochner at 5:14am 07.01.24
@dlochner not to mention the 618 has the exact same wiring to the alternator as the existing 614 wh
Invest 95L   (1)
JamesG161 at 5:10am 07.01.24
Over night we got Tropical Storm Chris :facepalm:
New owners - how are they doing, part 3
JamesG161 at 5:06am 07.01.24
Stopping Rain and Sunburns with the Canvas Top. :kick: Jim...
Genoa / Jib are both sitting on the lifelines/bow rail when deployed.
DayDreamer41 at 5:04am 07.01.24
What point of sail are we looking at? if upwind set the jib car set to aft on the car rail and tight
Cat-30 Stanchion Repair   (6)
jmaitz at 4:53am 07.01.24
Balmar 6 Series 150 Amp alternator, Balmar MC 614 Regulator
DayDreamer41 at 4:34am 07.01.24
@dlochner not to mention the 618 has the exact same wiring to the alternator as the existing 614 whi
Running 110V next to 12V while at shore
sailme88 at 3:53am 07.01.24
If you think about it, installing a Xantrex type battery conditioner requires that the AC & DC be in

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