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Tyemac at 7:22pm 10.01.18
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What is the best thing you bought for your boat that you can't do without now, or wouldn't want to l
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I want to replace the original Wilcox head on my Hunter 34 this winter and I was just about to go wi
datasailor2 at 3:31pm 10.01.18
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My H34 does not have a fuel gauge/sensor and I am a little tired of listening for the change in soun
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Ssclancy88 at 1:45pm 10.01.18
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I need a rudder for my Macgregor v21 1981 sailboat. I recently purchased a a Macgregor 21. But, some
RNC725 at 1:36pm 10.01.18
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Just bought a 2002 326, the previous owner left everything but the cockpit cushions. Where to order
Mystic51 at 12:57pm 10.01.18
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I have a 2 blade Max feathering prop on my Beneteau 331. I have used it successfully for ten years.
Ben4195 at 12:49pm 10.01.18
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hi folks, I think I need to adjust my intermediate shrouds. They're set to where ever the previous
Pat at 12:09pm 10.01.18
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Last year I completly forgot to winterize the AC pump....so I got to buy a new pump this last spring
shank at 11:17am 10.01.18
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Hello, I hauled my boat out yesterday for the long Vermont winter * sniff *. I have the swing keep m
SonnyMarshall at 11:05am 10.01.18
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I am replacing wind transducer, anchor light and VHF antenna on top of the mast(Vision 32 freestandi
Simon Sexton at 9:36am 10.01.18
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Hey Everyone, Good afternoon! I wanted to ask if anyone knows where I can get my hands on some adh
LakeOntario270 at 8:44am 10.01.18
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Some boaters swear by Federal flexible coupling on their Catalina34s. What problem is it suppose to
Photoman369 at 8:31am 10.01.18
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i have put a few more hours in sailing Betty and its all coming together. Started on smaller lakes a
GdlPaul at 8:21am 10.01.18
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To date I have had no battery issues spending one night away from the dock, but I would like to star
Franklin at 8:12am 10.01.18
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Anybody try that stuff for anything? The commerical is interesting.
Gene at 7:18am 10.01.18
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I've owned the 1990 Precision 23 for 8 years and like the boat. It's in great shape, always stored
Fatbutter Pancake at 5:56am 10.01.18
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weinie at 5:27am 10.01.18
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Boat originally had 3 identical lead acid batteries (2 house, 1 start). I replaced them over last w
jonelli at 8:52pm 09.30.18
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I installed new fluid today according to the instructions I've read. I used an electric pump to suck

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Tally Ho at 4:08pm 05.25.24
That sounds positively death defying :yikes: . Standing on my swim platform, auto-pilot driving th
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Tally Ho at 4:00pm 05.25.24
I used to love Mr Wizard.. GvPw4waYmik If the Ice you worry about is sitting in water, what are you
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jssailem at 3:46pm 05.25.24
I have to worry about global warming and sea levels rising I used to love Mr Wizard.. GvPw4waYmik
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JamesG161 at 3:45pm 05.25.24
I put my foot in the exhaust water while motoring Wear Goggles or you will need an Eye Patch to g
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JamesG161 at 3:32pm 05.25.24
I am now paying more attention to your forecasts! My cousin lives on the Imperial River in Bonita
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Ralph Johnstone at 3:30pm 05.25.24
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Tally Ho at 3:26pm 05.25.24
Having just bought a house in Bonita Springs, FL (gulf side just north of Naples), I am now paying m
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JamesG161 at 3:25pm 05.25.24
I believe the ABYC is suggesting an 8" clearance to avoid setting up a siphon situation in a worst
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Rich Stidger at 3:20pm 05.25.24
@smokey73 . Here are the pictures that I have. Embossed on one side are the letters "ASD". Maybe t
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Tally Ho at 3:10pm 05.25.24
My understanding is that the stat sets the ideal water temperature for optimum fuel combustion and
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Hayden Watson at 2:39pm 05.25.24
The thermostat should be able to keep the engine at temperature at any RPM and load. It should clos
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juznip at 2:35pm 05.25.24
Will snap some pictures of access and post tomorrow.
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dlochner at 2:16pm 05.25.24
I believe the ABYC is suggesting an 8" clearance to avoid setting up a siphon situation in a worst
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kappykaplan at 1:46pm 05.25.24
A few do not. I prefer the focus of halyards at the mast. I'll continue as long as I am able. :plu
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kappykaplan at 1:43pm 05.25.24
Knowledge and preparation can help to reduce stress and worry. :plus:
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jssailem at 1:19pm 05.25.24
At 1800-2000RPM, you are running your engine at 60%. Your engine specs say it is rated at 44HP at 30
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SailingCal21 at 1:16pm 05.25.24
Slow but sure progress. Balsa and coosa cores epoxied in place and gaps filled with thickened epoxy
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Rich Stidger at 1:15pm 05.25.24
When you check the thermostat in water, check the opening temp and the closing temp. I would cycle i
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jssailem at 1:06pm 05.25.24
I have a CAL35, not a Hunter 42. The bulkhead hid my engine. You can see the hole we made under the
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Rich Stidger at 1:04pm 05.25.24
Q. It was a synthetic unit. IDR the brand or source. The valve had a small connection for a small h

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