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Hi, I want to change the oil in my Atomic 4 and have looked at the engine manual from Moyer Marine h
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Ok I've put on my helmet and riot gears. I've shaft packing gland for last 14 years. Now I want a dr
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So I finally took the time to really look at the serial number that is on the transom of my boat. I
Karyon at 3:45pm 04.09.16
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I got me a new Hawkeye depth finder, I can either mound it on the stern or I can glue it on the insi
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About to get involved in 1st Maintenance on my 1989 M18. 1st question concerns the oil used. I see
PGIJon at 11:14am 04.09.16
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I purchased 6 NFM Tri-Matrix port lights for the boat at the Miami Show. The first replacement in t
Hydro Therapy at 11:02am 04.09.16
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I wanted to add a tiller extension but felt that the prices were a bit high. I spun a piece of oak s
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Has anyone ever cut a small hole in the hull of the stern to run the fuel line out to the outboard?
Kings Gambit at 8:58am 04.09.16
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I sometimes amuse myself while fixing yet again something on the boat, the construction or installat
Playpen2 at 7:53am 04.09.16
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Can someone recommend a windlass for a Hunter 320? Stephen Dale
cam at 7:00am 04.09.16
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Hi all. Can anyone give tips on removal of the glass mirrors located in the head of a C310 ?. I thou
SoundWave at 5:30am 04.09.16
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Have you ever seen a Polar Diagram for the 9.2a? I've searched, and I'm not sure one exists. If yo
Jammin jr at 3:34am 04.09.16
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Just checked FedEx tracking and my new sails are out for delivery!!!! So to update, we have a workin
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121604 Hi, This is my first post and wish to thank members in advance for any answers received. I a
RussC at 9:59pm 04.08.16
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The 3-4 times we've trailer sailed so far in 2016 it seemed the wind was always just right during se
JJShockley at 7:03pm 04.08.16
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Help with what to look for over the obvious on 1979 O'day 23... any known problem areas... we are g
centerline at 6:39pm 04.08.16
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I have read 2 different ways for sizing the wire for the run from the panels to the controller and t
AZExpedition at 6:05pm 04.08.16
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Hi I am looking at buying an abandonded S2 7.9 in Dallas area. She is missing some pricy hardware
drdanj at 5:34pm 04.08.16
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I look at boat listings to get ideas for things I might want to do on my 1983 Catalina 36. I've gott
Jalepeno at 3:55pm 04.08.16
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Started up my 37 year old YSM12 at the dock last night. Started on the second compression stroke as

Recent Replies

Keep those fire extinguishers up to date!
American_Mainsail at 8:58am 03.05.24
Replaced mine recently as they were over 10 years old, put the old ones in the cars. I do this sa
Why NOT Take a Hunter Sailboat on an Ocean Crossing
Prairie Virgin Sailor at 8:33am 03.05.24
Yes I agree with all of your comments. I do indeed follow "Sailng Jibsea" and yes, they make out ju
Why NOT Take a Hunter Sailboat on an Ocean Crossing
Prairie Virgin Sailor at 8:30am 03.05.24
Thanks for sharing this story and info, Dave. I wish I got the chance to meet Warren and pick his b
Why NOT Take a Hunter Sailboat on an Ocean Crossing   (2)
American_Mainsail at 8:09am 03.05.24
As pointed out, Warren Luhrs, who owned Hunter was a global solo racer who enjoyed it on boats that
GOB Gone?
FastOlson at 8:06am 03.05.24
We have subscribed to PBO for many many years. Read it pretty much cover to cover, and re-read many
Keep those fire extinguishers up to date!
Calif. Ted at 8:01am 03.05.24
Replaced mine recently as they were over 10 years old, put the old ones in the cars.
Advice on transcontinental shipping
373Sailor at 8:00am 03.05.24
I had a set a date last fall for Sailors Moving Sailors to move me out east this month. In January h
Keep those fire extinguishers up to date!
FastOlson at 7:52am 03.05.24
Dave, you sure do have my attention! I just sent this story to our insurance agent for comment. Than
Why NOT Take a Hunter Sailboat on an Ocean Crossing
Prairie Virgin Sailor at 7:49am 03.05.24
Excellent feed back. Thanks so much.
Weekend Login Difficulties
dlochner at 7:01am 03.05.24
I think the electronic gremlins just wanted to have a little mid-winter fun.
Large Frame alternator in M25XP
Hayden Watson at 5:36am 03.05.24
Well, I pulled the trigger yesterday and ordered my 250A large frame alternator and serpentine belt
Weekend Login Difficulties
Hayden Watson at 4:34am 03.05.24
I was thinking. "What did I do to get myself banned, I'm a good boy?" Thanks for the effort. gary
9.2C relocation
dlochner at 4:16am 03.05.24
At the time of going to the crane there should be only the forestay, backstay, port and starboard c
Why NOT Take a Hunter Sailboat on an Ocean Crossing
David in Sandusky at 11:27pm 03.04.24
Henk Meuzelaar sailed his Hunter 43 around the South Pacificfor years, delivering medical supplies t
Hunter 23 worth salvaging?
Straycat22296 at 8:00pm 03.04.24
I do not know who said it but I believe the saying goes: The most expensive boat I ever had was a fr
Portlight hatches for 1981 ODay 34
GeorgeC at 6:38pm 03.04.24
Lynno..... My 1983 O'Day 30 came with 4 Beckson # 410 plastic ports with an outside diameter of 6-3
water maker: taking the fresh water line to the main water pump?
xavpil at 5:51pm 03.04.24
. The watermaker would have to push water up the intake hose into the tank. That can be a lot of hea
Hunter 170
quiggers at 5:45pm 03.04.24
Great list of other options. I have always liked the look and reputation of the O'Day. Of course I
water maker: taking the fresh water line to the main water pump?
dlochner at 5:41pm 03.04.24
The other issue is the static pressure on the line to the freshwater pump. Typically water tanks dra

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