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SVMOONDANCE at 11:22am 02.10.19
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I just placed the winning bid on a loos model b tension gauge and wasn't paying attention to the mod
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I would like to get some thoughts on engine hours. So a Yanmar 55 hr that has 3,600 engine hours, o
topcat0399 at 8:46am 02.10.19
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Always meant to ask and its -20 so... We were becalmed in a light fog not far from another boat. Af
Bill19233 at 7:46am 02.10.19
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Around 42 degrees at start time, almost 25 degrees below normal yesterday. But, still a great turnou
Bosco at 7:26am 02.10.19
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I just purchased and took delivery of the H25. The rudder mechanism just looks like it is installed
leemarkadams at 11:52pm 02.09.19
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Hello all. We are looking at living aboard our h41ac soon and starting to get her ready. One of the
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"Selah" at 7:35pm 02.09.19
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Hey all who have been following the slow transformation of "Selah." I'm posting pictures of her inte
Joe Blizzard at 6:20pm 02.09.19
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I was browsing random boat stuff on eBay this morning and saw a 1987 Evinrude Yachtwin 4 advertised
smithdavidf at 2:22pm 02.09.19
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Looking for an insert panel for this huge Pedestal steering. First who made it and does anyone know
Deleted member 117556 at 1:33pm 02.09.19
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Just in case any 310 owners are wondering, the Mantus anchor fits fine on the 310 bow roller. I was
TomY at 12:56pm 02.09.19
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I haven't raced in over 20 years. Although I recollect crewing on a Lightning in the 60's, it wasn't
Cape Daysailor at 11:49am 02.09.19
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Hello, Does anyone no of a material I could use to stop my pop top from leaking? I was thinking a ne
Dug22 at 9:21am 02.09.19
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Has anyone ever taken kayak''s on their 22? If so how did u store them?
Dennis Bradley at 8:57am 02.09.19
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woodzy at 7:55am 02.09.19
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Haven't been on in quite some time. Bought a 1994 Catalina 28 mk1 Slipped Oceanside Ca. tired of mo
Jamie Catalina at 7:49am 02.09.19
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I am looking for a trailer for my Catalina 22. I am in southeast Tennessee but, would be willing to
b crites at 4:53am 02.09.19
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Must replace my entry hatch lexan slider. Any ideas where to purchase , or have cut to size? Hunter
Mark Maulden at 10:06pm 02.08.19
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waste tank ind
JamesG161 at 8:07am 06.14.24
Is the Gauge on Water tank have the Brand name WEMA? Jim...
FCC vs BoatUS for MMSI
Kings Gambit at 7:30am 06.14.24
In your neck of the woods I doubt if you have that luxury and based on what I hear from recreationa
waste tank ind
colin59 at 7:06am 06.14.24
was full, now pumped out...pwr at guage, think float is saturated and not working...same issue with
waste tank ind   (1)
JamesG161 at 7:03am 06.14.24
H290 waste tank indicater does not work Is the Waste tank full? Many things can cause the Sending
Leaking deck plate replacement
JamesG161 at 6:47am 06.14.24
F = P X A True Try to match the perfect replacement with an Oval Shaped cut. :facepalm: Jim...
waste tank ind
colin59 at 6:41am 06.14.24
edited due miss matched thumb typing!!!!!!!
rigging tension
colin59 at 6:36am 06.14.24
thanks everyone, a bit of work in progression........ Colin
Windlass Operation from the Cockpit
Kings Gambit at 6:09am 06.14.24
I was on the hook for the weekend last summer, alone, and overnight a nasty wind blew in that but m
The Sewing Machine Thread
twodzusfittings at 5:55am 06.14.24
Twenty plus years ago I bought my wife a Swiss made Bernina 1000 sewing machine. She hated it from d
Leaking deck plate replacement
JamesG161 at 5:52am 06.14.24
I had a Naval Aviation Mechanic explain how when they were missing an O-Ring to fix air Craft they d
The Sewing Machine Thread
Ward H at 5:15am 06.14.24
I'm tempted to upgrade to stainless, though. With the investment in materials for the skin, now i
FCC vs BoatUS for MMSI
dlochner at 4:23am 06.14.24
I'm not a radio guy and I am awkward at best when using my VHF. It is an unfortunate reality, for
27 Mast Gate Options
seanmcclain at 4:17am 06.14.24
I have an 82 Catalina 27 and I have trouble reefing the mainsail because I can't pull the sail down
27 Mast Gate Options
seanmcclain at 4:15am 06.14.24
You could rig jack lines on the luff. It will require a little work by a sailmaker, but it function
Edson Pedestal Screws   (6)
sailcapt340 at 4:02am 06.14.24
Scott, I took a few photos of the top thickness for you to see. Also re-measured the screws for bet
R2AK 2024
jssailem at 11:32pm 06.13.24
Over the next 10 days they will have 2 Low cells bring in favorable winds and 1High pressure cell pu
R2AK 2024
jssailem at 11:16pm 06.13.24
The first leg is a jump across a pond, the Juan de Fuca. It tests the boats and crews.
Hunter 376 / 3JH2E OEM Fuel Line Size   (1)
Ralph Johnstone at 10:49pm 06.13.24
It's not world ending, but $15 for an inline valve just before the filter feels like an easy way so
Windlass Operation from the Cockpit
Kings Gambit at 10:26pm 06.13.24
So, is that the reason - single handed sailing? Yes, principally.

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