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Changing Impeller Oberdorfer Pump N202M-908 buddybear at 12:36pm 01.12.16 Catalina 310 10/5086 Have Hull# 57 Catalina 310 recently switched out the Stock Sherwood pump on the Universal 25XPBC wit
Funny how that works... Kermit at 11:02am 01.12.16 Engines and Propulsion 33/2496 I learned something today. I learned that my outboard motor cranks better if I push the start button
Hi-Mod Fittings Mackaroni at 9:15am 01.12.16 Musings With Maine Sail 1/922 Maine Sail, I am curious what sealant if any you use when assembling your Hi-mod fittings? I have
Teak hole plugs Ilanortho at 7:40am 01.12.16 Ask All Sailors 16/3110 Hi; Am refinishing all my cockpit teak trim and handrails off the boat. Have spent weeks removing ol
456 Hunter Chainplate/Deck Water Absorbsion sailorskier at 7:32am 01.12.16 Ask A Hunter Owner 9/1394 I am looking at purchasing a 456 and have found several on the market. One boat has had extensive h
26S centerboard control (1) walt at 7:05am 01.12.16 Ask A Macgregor Owner 29/9959 For the last few years I have been trying to keep the weight of my 26S as low as possible, keep "hea
12V switch panel Sailing Poodles at 5:56am 01.12.16 Ask A Hunter Owner 10/1126 None of the switch indicating the lights on the DC side of the switch panels do not work. When I sw
mast step removal to reseal Caperman at 5:48am 01.12.16 Ask A Hunter Owner 5/965 Hi There I have a 1996 Hunter 336 and leaks through compression post. I was thinking on removing m
Teak and Ebony Sole (1) Casagf66 at 5:23am 01.12.16 Ask All Sailors 6/3096 On the to-do-list this spring will be to replace some sections of the Sole / re-varnish. I've made s
Geneva & Seneca Lake sailing 31seahorse at 5:15am 01.12.16 Destinations 9/5013 Hello SBO Members, I hope we have not lost our sense of reality, BUT we have sold our Oday 272LE her
Seeking a #10 Barient winch jssailem at 9:14pm 01.11.16 Parts Search 9/1277 I'm rerigging. Looking for a small winch to locate on my boom to handle reefing. Used in good condit
Ys pedestal blunt at 8:56pm 01.11.16 The Cherubini Hunters 2/727 Phil,that ys pedestal in the store will that fit a 1980 h33?
Partial New Teak and Holly HMT2 at 8:27pm 01.11.16 Ask All Sailors 6/1019 Ok wood working pros. I am replacing two portions of my teak and holly sole on my 1983 Hunter 31. I
yvr boat show 2016 Meriachee at 7:22pm 01.11.16 Destinations 0/620 the yvr show this year will feature Ted Lange, the supporting character bartender from the "love boa
O'Day 222 Whisker Pole Ring Height daleyellin at 5:51pm 01.11.16 Day Sailers 1/1056 What is the height for whisker pole ring from the base of the mast? I just sold my 222 -- moved up
Valsail dscribner at 4:03pm 01.11.16 Ask All Sailors 6/1014 Has anybody used Valsail yacht braid? I see it on Ebay and it is reasonably priced. They seem to h
Water in dome light Westcoastcat28 at 4:03pm 01.11.16 Ask A Catalina Owner 3/1164 I went down to my Cat. 28 Mk II to make sure she was OK. It has been near freezing temperatures, rai
RC8D rebuild/don't rebuild question StephenD at 3:06pm 01.11.16 The Cherubini Hunters 7/1669 Hello, I have a new (to me) 1980 H27 with the Renault RC8D engine. Because of what seem to be issu
Might be in the market for a newer tow vehicle RussC at 2:23pm 01.11.16 Trailer Sailors 29/3844 My current tow vehicle is a 2001 Dodge club 4x4 which has served me very well. but it has 120000 or
Bimini top Hunter 23 knotatwork2 at 2:04pm 01.11.16 Ask A Hunter Owner 6/1714 Hi Hunter Owners, I was wondering if anybody knows where I can find a new or used bimini top for 198

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A story of the engine that could.... Then didn't Mark Maulden at 8:46pm 12.15.23
Pneumatic Nail/Staple Guns dlochner at 6:26pm 12.15.23 I havent done a sewing project in 10 years so I'm leaning more towards the plywood and wrap method.
A story of the engine that could.... Then didn't danooxnard at 5:54pm 12.15.23 Well done way to persevere and stay on task! May she run forever! Merry Christmas
Pneumatic Nail/Staple Guns danooxnard at 5:46pm 12.15.23 Use bronze or stainless staples too.
Clog in sanitation outlet Roland5048 at 5:35pm 12.15.23 A better tool for this job is your checkbook :biggrin: Sometimes the cheapest tool.
Pneumatic Nail/Staple Guns jssailem at 4:47pm 12.15.23
Clog in sanitation outlet Captain Larry-DH at 4:33pm 12.15.23 Get a carbide blade for the oscillating tool, they're expensive but they last much longer. A bette
Pneumatic Nail/Staple Guns Project_Mayhem at 4:31pm 12.15.23 I havent done a sewing project in 10 years so I'm leaning more towards the plywood and wrap method.
Pneumatic Nail/Staple Guns jssailem at 4:13pm 12.15.23 you should be able to get it to do it pretty consistently. If the are left a bit proud, a hammer ca
(re) location of hot water heater Tally Ho at 4:02pm 12.15.23
Shaft Packing Gland tube/hose Tally Ho at 3:57pm 12.15.23 https://www.amazon.com/Buck-Algonquin-Packing-Hose-80HO175/dp/B002IZDO9E Buck-Algonquin should be a
A story of the engine that could.... Then didn't Tally Ho at 3:54pm 12.15.23 Progress Report.. Mechanic showed up at 13:20. Took a look at the fuel lines.. Yep they are leakin
A story of the engine that could.... Then didn't SoSound at 3:54pm 12.15.23 :plus: Hooray! What a great Christmas present to get!
Pneumatic Nail/Staple Guns Tally Ho at 3:49pm 12.15.23 I'm looking into various methods for creating new cushions. One of them utilizes a plywood backing.
Ceiling light issue on Beneteau 323 TimFromLI at 3:39pm 12.15.23 Maybe someone with another 323 can weigh in. If not , use a multimeter or tester to see if the switc
Clog in sanitation outlet dlochner at 3:24pm 12.15.23 Use a multitool saw to cut the old wire reinforced hose ends where they fit the barbs, being carefu
Clog in sanitation outlet Captain Larry-DH at 3:15pm 12.15.23
Yanmar question sailcapt340 at 2:52pm 12.15.23 A little confused by your question. You seem to indicate you understand there's two fluid reservoi
Clog in sanitation outlet SEMPERAVANTI41 at 2:42pm 12.15.23 I have forgotten about using pressure!
Ceiling light issue on Beneteau 323 kappykaplan at 2:36pm 12.15.23 Any chance the bulbs in the galley fixtures are burned out?

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