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Electrical problem with new fan and tank monitor:   (1)
Ted10028 at 3:02pm 03.17.24
A three stage charger is the only way to go if you like your batteries. Victron and Sterling/ProNau
Cockpit table - how to secure it
ed canty at 2:21pm 03.17.24
I have been imagining a canvas wrap with a bunch of pockets on the front. It would hold everything
Keel and Rudder Repairs C27
dmax at 12:58pm 03.17.24
I would start by just cutting a panel out of one side, a little aft of the rudder stock line and cut
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shemandr at 12:35pm 03.17.24
I like the grey too. If that the alternative to re-painting non slip I'd go with it. I had a red R
New to Wiring, Looking for Feedback on Improving Circuit Plan for a Mirage 5.5
dlochner at 11:59am 03.17.24
Your change in plans sounds good. I've found eBay to be a good place to recoup some costs from purch
New to Wiring, Looking for Feedback on Improving Circuit Plan for a Mirage 5.5
JohnBisMe at 11:54am 03.17.24
Thank you both for your advice! Based on your recommendations, I have ordered a 17amp Victron water
Resurfacing cockpit ranger
dLj at 11:35am 03.17.24
I like the concept of good sea teak. but don't like the gray color. I consider myself blessed b
Resurfacing cockpit ranger
MitchM at 11:06am 03.17.24
I like the concept of good sea teak. but don't like the gray color.
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capt.canuck at 11:00am 03.17.24
Thanks for the info. I have a small shop and am capable of welding most metals and fiberglassing. I
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The only one on the left cost was posted for sale over 5 years ago. I found a few nearby (Souther
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BAD ORCA at 8:34am 03.17.24
Hey, thanks for all the help. I bought 'HAM radio for dummies' and started reading it, plus found a
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Age is a number. It is health that I see as limiting. I do not go gentle into that dark night. I a
My last boat - probably
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On second thought, I like "Last Call" like at your favorite watering hole. For some reason I though
My last boat - probably
JRT at 8:24am 03.17.24
Very neat boat and great story. Have a great time on the water!
Keel and Rudder Repairs C27
jssailem at 8:09am 03.17.24
@shemandr and @dmax are spot on with the description of the materials and solutions. If you are jus
Main Sail Issue
julio.hunter2009 at 8:07am 03.17.24
How long ago was it working properly? It's possible to put too much tension on the halyard. Your sa
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ronshara1 at 7:43am 03.17.24
Thank you, I will start looking into it.
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Gene Neill at 7:39am 03.17.24
You could always sew a big vinyl window into that fabric sidewall, if you have the machine and the s
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dmax at 7:34am 03.17.24
I believe the Cat 27 has a lead keel - that looks like fairing and/or many layers of paint that is l

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