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2bysea at 7:29am 05.21.19
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On my recently purchased 1999 H240,,, the lower diagonal actually 'was rigged' to lay against the lo
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Boom broke on the SF Bay, Looking for a used boom, general info or info on getting a new one. 3 yea
SirMichael at 5:56am 05.21.19
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I have an 88 Hunter 28.5 and yesterday I replaced the main halyard with a 7/16 line, replacing the o
Plymouth Sailor at 5:43am 05.21.19
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Dear Fellow Sailors: I've never had an anode on my 25' sailboat (lead keel). I don't believe I've
thelilnauti at 10:13pm 05.20.19
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Hi all, I'm just trying to get a ballpark cost for replacing all the standing rigging on a 1987 Hunt
MaxWell905 at 7:12pm 05.20.19
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pumpkinpie at 6:35pm 05.20.19
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I noticed this keel on a 38 hunter and was wondering if anyone knew what type of keel this was? And
Will423 at 6:12pm 05.20.19
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LadyHawk at 5:36pm 05.20.19
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We are getting very close to launch on our Cat 22 project boat. This past weekend we tackled the ma
rgranger at 3:58pm 05.20.19
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By chance? Anyone have the measurements of the bottom most hatchboard on an H26? My boat is an ho
Newer Models   (1)
JudgeFudge at 3:32pm 05.20.19
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Is it worth it to upgrade to a newer model? I have a 2004 Catalina but for a while now I've had my e
twodzusfittings at 2:52pm 05.20.19
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As I slowly remove rotted shelves, old faux wall panels and nasty crud from this new to me boat, thi
Plymouth Sailor at 2:31pm 05.20.19
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This post is more of a review than an ask for feedback however feel free to do so. I just painted m
SoCalAngler at 2:09pm 05.20.19
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Looking to get back into a trailer sailing. As far as trailer sailors go, I've owned.... M17, Marin
tthanrahan at 2:07pm 05.20.19
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I am seriously considering making an offer on a 44 from 1977. I am being told it is hull number one.
pastormb at 2:01pm 05.20.19
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I've been able to gleam a lot of helpful information from the forum, and appreciate the wealth of kn
Jackdaw at 12:52pm 05.20.19
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artboas at 12:16pm 05.20.19
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So, Hunter did something with their wooden stairs which has been a pain for just about everyone. For
PugetSounder at 11:43am 05.20.19
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Hello all, I raised my mast for only the third time and had significantly more trouble getting the f
rgranger at 11:40am 05.20.19
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Hi All: Anyone (@Crazy Dave Condon ???!!!) know the diameter of the stanchions that came standard o

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3GM30F Alternator Query
Davidasailor26 at 9:46am 12.22.24
You may start wearing out belts very quickly.... I'd strongly suggest a dual v belt at a minimum fo
Moisture prevention....
Ralph Johnstone at 9:46am 12.22.24
Ralph, I believe he is strenuously agreeing with MFD. You obviously get out much more than I do.
3GM30F Alternator Query
Davidasailor26 at 9:44am 12.22.24
@Davidasailor26 , do you have an external alternator regulator controlling your 80A alternator ? N
Moisture prevention....
kappykaplan at 9:42am 12.22.24
Ralph, I believe he is strenuously agreeing with MFD.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
kappykaplan at 9:40am 12.22.24
Right back atcha, Claude! May you and yours have a delightful Christmas and prosperous New Year. :
3GM30F Alternator Query
Ralph Johnstone at 9:37am 12.22.24
When discharged below 60% SOC my 300AH of AGM absorb about 50A @Davidasailor26 , do you have an e
Moisture prevention....
Ralph Johnstone at 9:30am 12.22.24
@Mika1 , I don't get out much. Could you please explain ..................
Mooring from GA to NC
shemandr at 8:56am 12.22.24
You may be able to take advantage of the Jensen Beach Mooring Field just South of the Jensen Beach C
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
PNWE36 at 8:52am 12.22.24
Been on this site for many years now and I certainly am thankful to the crew that puts it up and a
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
jssailem at 8:40am 12.22.24
Thank you Claude. Right back at you. Thanks. :biggrin: You were a breath of fresh ideas as I wall
Install New Winches?   (2)
jssailem at 8:25am 12.22.24
I want to be able to run the jib sheets from the helm and possibly a spinnaker in the future. Good
PROP BLADE PREP
colemj at 7:50am 12.22.24
We're using Crystal Prop this year as we travel. Easier to apply and less expansive than Prop Speed
Powering starlink
colemj at 7:43am 12.22.24
While the mini operates on 12V, there are many reports of it failing when directly wired because 12V
Mooring from GA to NC
dlochner at 7:20am 12.22.24
Probably the best 2 resources for dock information are Waterway Guide and Dockwa.com. Subscribe to t
Powering starlink
NYSail at 7:13am 12.22.24
I think the Mini can be powered directly from 12v so you don't need the inverter. If I had a mini I
New England Ropes VIPER line reviews?
Hiva Oa at 6:58am 12.22.24
The cover is horrible. Short life.
Install New Winches?
Crusty Ol Salt at 6:48am 12.22.24
I'm planning on adding combing winches this year. Looking at the Harken 20 ST radial. Curious to wh
3GM30F Alternator Query
marcham at 6:48am 12.22.24
Marcham, that's what I think I have done. I'll release the tension and see if I can save the situat
Install New Winches?
JBP-PA at 6:44am 12.22.24
At the end of the day, once you get your winches and drill the mounting holes, you will know if ther
44DS Jib Furling line?
dlochner at 6:37am 12.22.24
Does anyone happen to know the size and length of the jib furling line on a 44DS with in mast furli

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