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Hello Below at 5:32pm 03.03.16
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I have searched the web up and down and have not come across any mention about covering a flexible s
heritage at 5:12pm 03.03.16
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Anyone tried this filter? http://www.parker.com/literature/Racor/SNAPP_Presentation.pdf It has a lo
JLeCompte at 3:25pm 03.03.16
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The front hatch of my "new" 1980 Hunter 25 is completely unattached from the frame and appears that
jssailem at 2:10pm 03.03.16
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I'm re-rigging my mast so while down, replacing wiring and lighting. I have removed the VHF coax and
All U Get at 1:10pm 03.03.16
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Hi all, We were running the dinghy to a spot down the coast a bit and couldn't really keep up with
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Since I bought my 2000 Hunter 460 I have tried to find a PDF Owners Manual Online and have asked Hun
JLeCompte at 12:01pm 03.03.16
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After years of dreaming of sailing, I finally decided to stop merely dreaming and purchased my first
Bad Obsession at 11:58am 03.03.16
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A hobby of mine is looking at other boats. I love looking through adds of boats and seeing what peo
Albertagirl at 10:44am 03.03.16
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Our 1998 26X has a centerboard that has split at the bottom seam (probably due to water freezing ins
CloudDiver at 10:08am 03.03.16
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If you are looking for a new handheld or fixed VHF radio, Standard Horizon has a mail in rebate for
VanIslandGuy at 9:10am 03.03.16
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We are in the process of completing a purchase on a Hunter 410. This is our second sailboat, (we've
nfg2u at 9:08am 03.03.16
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Is this where the keel attaches. Just on the hard and seeing where it looks like its debonding at th
Marc14857 at 8:13am 03.03.16
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Saw this article in the NY Times today (3/3/2016). Has anyone ever used this stuff? Seems like a goo
mlindberg1 at 6:01am 03.03.16
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I have what is believed to be original depth sounder on my Oday 26. The gauge is a round standard ho
Rodd at 5:55am 03.03.16
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I have a v-drive with a 4 foot jack shaft connecting tranny to v-drive. Stuffing box is directly b
oldsalt147 at 7:39pm 03.02.16
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I am new owner of a 1989 Catalina Tall Rig. To the best of my knowledge it was properly winterized.
Robert1224 at 7:04pm 03.02.16
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Ahoy, I am most interested in finding out what the experiences have been with ZF 10 transmissions.
philip8614 at 6:05pm 03.02.16
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HI, I joined this forum looking to buy a Hunter 260 in the $17-23K range and have been unsuccessful
Kevin Johnson at 5:55pm 03.02.16
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Does anyone know the size of the O ring that is used in the Lewmar (old) Standard portlight handles.
rgranger at 5:05pm 03.02.16
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I've managed to amuse myself today. I'm sourcing parts for a VHF installation and ran across some g

Recent Replies

Lewmar winch #40
Don S/V ILLusion at 6:12pm 03.17.24
The EVo series use plastic stripper ring rather than aluminum. Not sure if that is a negative
Roller Furler quirky ?
BTC1984 at 5:51pm 03.17.24
The issue was halyard wrap. Eventually the halyard snapped and needed to be replaced. Planning to
Catalina 27 teak before and after
BTC1984 at 5:44pm 03.17.24
BTC, nice job! What did you use to fill in the cracks? I plan to redo my teak soon but have some ga
New owner of sailboat with Seldon genaker bow sprit. Questions???
Barnacle Bill at 5:38pm 03.17.24
The major purpose of having a sprit is to push the asymmetrical spinnaker out away from the bow of t
Hull color
ronshara1 at 4:56pm 03.17.24
Beige.. that sounds like a good place to start
Electrifying my small sailboat?
Barnacle Bill at 4:47pm 03.17.24
That looks like a nice unit. There are a number of products on the market for marine use that offer
Electrifying my small sailboat?
Barnacle Bill at 4:44pm 03.17.24
That is a very nice unit. No matter route you choose, you need to figure out how much each one of t
Hull damage mac twenty five
Davidasailor26 at 4:42pm 03.17.24
Welcome to the forum, and sorry to hear of the troubles. What kind of damage? Do you have pictures
Newbie question - antifouling compartibility
Barnacle Bill at 4:39pm 03.17.24
It might be easier to pick the paint you want to use and ask that manufacturer if it will be compati
Painting the Boat
Barnacle Bill at 4:32pm 03.17.24
First of all, Brightside or any 2-part polyurethane paint like Awlgrip (Brightside is one part), wil
Electrical problem with new fan and tank monitor:
jssailem at 4:10pm 03.17.24
the best way to determine the health of batteries Is to do a controlled 20 hour capacity test. Det
Electrical problem with new fan and tank monitor:
dLj at 4:04pm 03.17.24
here is my charger. I think I'm OK with it Well, it does not have 3 stage charging, as one would w
Hull color
Barnacle Bill at 4:01pm 03.17.24
Having once worked for a SanJuan dealer I remember that the usual hull color of the 26 was a beige,
Electrical problem with new fan and tank monitor:   (2)
Ted10028 at 3:03pm 03.17.24
here is my charger. I think I'm OK with it are you saying the best way to determine the health of
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
Resurfacing cockpit ranger
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

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