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Just recently purchased a P-18. Has anyone flown an asymmetrical spinnaker? If so what type of riggi
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There is a 1997 Hunter 310 listed for sale on this site. What is the average cost per year over a f
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Hello all! I am in the process of refurbishing my 1968 West Wight Potter 14 which has been in hiber
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Last year some of you helped me troubleshoot and repair 2 air leaks in this boat, a (2013 model) 201
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For those of you who have converted from a fixed blade prop to a folding prop (or those who have kno
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I replaced the stock compressor system and cold box with Dometic A few years ago. Everything woks fi
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So, took ownership of this 37 Legend, and am putting the main on, but am trying to figure out how th
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I took ownership of a two state room two head 2007 423 with a missing hand held shower fixture in af
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Corroded tab broke off the and now boat will not start, not even crank.so I assume its ignition rela
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Hi, my Catalina 38 is under contract. I just learned my broker doesn't sail and I can't attend. I
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'91 Beneteau 35s5 with a Volvo Penta 2003. Anyone here know if the rubber seals on the coolant syste

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Wiring new LED lights in salon/saloon headliner
Justin_NSA at 4:39pm 09.19.24
But if you really need to be able to disconnect/reconnect then I would use bullet type connectors a
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard
Tally Ho at 4:35pm 09.19.24
If you fix it properly, you should not need to do much, except maintain your bottom paint. I am in
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard
aftica_1 at 4:25pm 09.19.24
As a short term fix, this might be the best option. The big question asked earlier, was just the ol
two hammocks hung between forestay and mast?   (1)
Worldmayor at 4:21pm 09.19.24
Hi, Twin Oaks sells Sailboat hammocks and on their site they post a few ways to hang it depending on
Wiring new LED lights in salon/saloon headliner
thinwater at 4:16pm 09.19.24
Here is what Practical Sailor says about WAGO connectors. "The pullout strength of Wago connectors
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard
dlochner at 4:12pm 09.19.24
I may just try to speed fair it and paint it over a weekend, some are telling me this is doable. I'
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard
aftica_1 at 4:05pm 09.19.24
Hi Everyone, Thank you very much for the suggestions! It's good to know there are other boatyards a
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard
Hello Below at 4:01pm 09.19.24
Doesn't Canada have a reporting app for Canadians? No Even if everyone onboard have Nexus you sti
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard
dlochner at 3:52pm 09.19.24
I only wished your neighbours to the North had a similar setup. But oh no. The captain has to physi
Wiring new LED lights in salon/saloon headliner
JBP-PA at 3:37pm 09.19.24
Here is what Practical Sailor says about WAGO connectors. "The pullout strength of Wago connectors
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard
Hello Below at 3:34pm 09.19.24
For those wondering what the app is, the link is below. We've been using the app for years crossin
Quickest way to get a propeller
StretchCT at 3:32pm 09.19.24
I didn't catch up with the replies on the last post. Sorry for the dupe. Mods can delete if needed
Propeller fell off - need size and vendor recommendations
StretchCT at 3:30pm 09.19.24
Thanks for all the suggestions, I didn't see these replies until I just logged in again today in ano
How can I tell if my keel is loose/wobble how much play is ok? Catalina 22
scouper at 3:22pm 09.19.24
Here's a before and after of my keel. If you zoom in on the after picture, you can see the roundnes
2006 Hunter 25 - Swim Platform Stress Cracks
robm at 3:14pm 09.19.24
Hi all, Apologies for a very long lag in following up. I will be posting a detailed update about th
Adding a Bimini
JBP-PA at 3:04pm 09.19.24
Option #2b, buy a full Bimini from a company that will offer you support and maybe some customizatio
Raritan Fresh Head or Masterflush Dometic Orbit
Peggie Hall HeadMistress at 2:50pm 09.19.24
The Dometic Orbit isn't your only choice...The pump/motor assembly on the Raritan SeaEra QC (fresh w

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