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Richard19068 at 10:26pm 05.23.16
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I want to adjust the valves and torque the head on my Universal M-18 and was thinking I should have
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I am trying to avoid stacking too many lugs on one battery terminal. I am looking for assurance that
ddrewry at 8:55pm 05.23.16
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Ok, not literally, but well sort of... I recently purchased a Hunter 37.5 and I'm seriously consider
patrickkidd at 8:48pm 05.23.16
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Hi there! My black water tank is full (and slightly filling into the toilet leaving a stink) on my
bertram at 8:19pm 05.23.16
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We have a 2002 Catalina 350. Currently it has a 14 chain rode on it. To me it seems small and I b
Texas Gun-Man at 7:54pm 05.23.16
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Would this be too heavy for our Catalina 22's? Probably 130lbs since it's the long shaft. https://
Rich Stidger at 6:34pm 05.23.16
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I just discovered that my 1997 h40.5 has developed a crack in the large overhead window. This was
hard-a-ground at 5:09pm 05.23.16
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Hi all, I love my boat. But. I wish the tiller had better feel. It is very hard to move the tiller
Matt Adam at 4:24pm 05.23.16
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Took my boat out today and all was running fine with my 1GM10. I was keeping it at about 1000-2000rp
Zaya at 4:14pm 05.23.16
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Hello guys! I will be installing Splendide 2100XC vented washer/dryer combo. If someone did this alr
rpludwig at 3:53pm 05.23.16
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New to this forum, been lurking for awhile, a great wealth of knowledge for sure... Always been a po
Edward Marshall at 3:31pm 05.23.16
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I am a new Catalina 30 owner and need an air conditioning unit that can fit in the forward hatch. I'
TurboTim at 3:02pm 05.23.16
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This is my first post so hello. I need some specific info so here I am. I have a 1981 Hunter 27 and
SteveInMD at 1:09pm 05.23.16
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Does anyone know of a life raft that will fit in the life raft compartment on a Oceanis 45? The dis
rfrye1 at 11:31am 05.23.16
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I've searched the forums and only found a couple posts from 10-12 yrs ago about this. I'm sure there
GorillaToast at 10:41am 05.23.16
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...running the stripe continuously around the bow without kinking it?
rpell1@msn.com at 10:29am 05.23.16
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Symptoms of alternator on Universal 25xp diesel: Tachometer drops to zero for 15 - 20 seconds, engin
dobrosailor at 10:19am 05.23.16
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123793 Sailed my Cat 22 1979 for the first time yesterday. Had some issues getting it off the Shorel
Capt Strapfoots at 8:33am 05.23.16
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I have a 1969 Allied seawind ketch that has a hull that sloops inward on the sides. The transom has
Rasselas36 at 8:19am 05.23.16
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My 2004 H36 has a Danforth compass and the red light has blown. Can anyone tell me where to find a

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Legend 40.5 engine oil change
fero at 6:38pm 04.21.24
Thanks Rich, your input is always great help.
Catalina 28 mkII - Hot Water Heater Installation
Stu Jackson at 6:35pm 04.21.24
Thanks! That's more complex than my system (i.e. no mixing valve, no accumulator, etc). It does how
Outboard gear oil.... Tohatsu 9.8
NYSail at 5:44pm 04.21.24
I just use the stuff I get from the local auto parts dealer in my Tohatsu 8 HP. Even with all new s
Outboard gear oil.... Tohatsu 9.8
stickinthemud57 at 4:21pm 04.21.24
It'll be more effective if it's contaminated with water. In other words, if some water gets in, you
Stern anchoring
Will Gilmore at 4:07pm 04.21.24
Keep on mind that a sailboat is designed for wind on the head. When stern anchoring the rudder and
Keel getting corrosion
Tally Ho at 4:07pm 04.21.24
Legend 40.5 engine oil change
Rich Stidger at 4:06pm 04.21.24
It is not necessary to remove any part of the engine box or steps. But it is most definitely a PITA
Rudder crack
Project_Mayhem at 3:11pm 04.21.24
This will most likely involve exploratory surgery. Posting to follow this thread
Does Anyone Use An Underwater Inspection Camera?
Project_Mayhem at 3:09pm 04.21.24
I bought a $30 Depstech USB endoscope about five years ago. It's come in handy but the image quality
Is a reinforced exhaust hose really necessary?
Project_Mayhem at 3:03pm 04.21.24
The hose went on the muffler without too much trouble. The exhaust manifold was another story. I tri
Outboard gear oil.... Tohatsu 9.8
Project_Mayhem at 2:56pm 04.21.24
It'll be more effective if it's contaminated with water. In other words, if some water gets in, your
Expected life of a fuel line hose?
Project_Mayhem at 2:54pm 04.21.24
Maybe I should add a secondary filter just before the carb... On a second, slightly humorous note, d
1988 Hunter 28.5 top radiator hose filler neck
Tally Ho at 1:57pm 04.21.24
Where does that hose terminate? As @Ralph Johnstone said, someone Frankenstined your engine. My
Update on hose replacement, and follow-up question
Peggie Hall HeadMistress at 1:34pm 04.21.24
I described what I consider to be the ideal fix in post #6. --Peggie
Help calculating hardware loads! detailed hardware plan for hunter23
Crazy Dave Condon at 12:58pm 04.21.24
If you have any questions afterwards, feel free to send a private message to me former Hunter deal
Anyone familiar with Larry Pollocks Running Cloud Trimaran?
dLj at 12:53pm 04.21.24
Very cool boat! dj
Adding a mid-ship cleat to a H260
Crazy Dave Condon at 12:47pm 04.21.24
@Chuck C. I was a dealer who was involved in the design of the 260 and the dealer who sold nearly

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