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I tried to get my whole question in the title. I think I know the answer, but I'm hoping for some co
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Attached diagram shows most of my proposed high current DC setup. I would like to hear a critic of t
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The Knotmeter on my 2003 Hunter 356 works for about a day after I launch. I'm told the paddles get f
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Hi folks Im looking at a 1993 Beneteau 265 and i have some questions for any body who knows any thi
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I have a serious leak in the bottom of my V-berth mounted aluminum fresh water tank. The V-berth de
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Two years ago I removed all of the many coats of bottom paint from my boat and started all over. I
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I am trying to decide which is the best investment for us? We keep our boat in the canal behind our
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HI I have a 1989 272 with inboard. I bougth a garmin 90dv chartplottr/gps that comes with a tran
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I have the chance to buy an vintage early 80's 27ft boat, at a very good price. However, this boat
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I just bought a 7.3 and am looking to install a lock on the companionway hatch. Has anyone else done
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Our Hunter Legend 45 came with a Simpson Lawrence SeaTiger 555 manual windlass when we purchased her
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I just bought a 1992 Catalina 42 mkII. It has 50 hp Yanmar and 38 gal. fuel tank. I am sailing/mot
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of climbing up on the ladder to sweep 9" of "accumulation 3-6" off of the boat.
Ken Cross at 1:18pm 03.05.15
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Hi all My motor mount on my dinghy is loose. My question how would you fix this, or would you just
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I am installing a Garhauer 30 Series Boom Vang. I need some advice on mounting. What do I use for a
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I have a 2006 H44. I am having a rigger go up my mast next week for routine maintenance and inspecti

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Engine Monitor
tfox2069 at 9:04am 06.20.23
Have been wanting this for years. Too afraid to start it myself, and finding someone to do it is a
1975 C&C 33 - Mk 1: Compromised Deck Needs Help - Suggestions Please?
Scott T-Bird at 8:54am 06.20.23
It looks like a lot of surficial damages or neglect that may not be so bad to recover. It's a good
1975 C&C 33 - Mk 1: Compromised Deck Needs Help - Suggestions Please?
kloudie1 at 8:43am 06.20.23
Looks like anti skid paint was applied to the side decks and the pads on either side of the mast. Th
Help finding the right boat
Scott T-Bird at 8:37am 06.20.23
but my curiosity is more along the lines of who makes a boat about that size, but cuts out the beds
Help finding the right boat
jssailem at 8:08am 06.20.23
I saw the 33' Alerion at the Annapolis boat show. It was a stunning boat. Dressed up as an elegant d
1975 C&C 33 - Mk 1: Compromised Deck Needs Help - Suggestions Please?
Dnea at 8:04am 06.20.23
js - I will look more into that Boatworks Today site, thx!
1975 C&C 33 - Mk 1: Compromised Deck Needs Help - Suggestions Please?
Dnea at 7:58am 06.20.23
Thank you both for your input - so this is a project boat candidate for me, havent acquired it yet.
Batten Lengths H26
jssailem at 7:56am 06.20.23
With your sail spread out in a loft/on the grass/ in your basement... you can use a ruler to measure
Oday 25 Swing Keel Rigging
jssailem at 7:50am 06.20.23
If it is not in a boat yard on stands, you will need to haul it out. You need to drop the centerboar
1975 C&C 33 - Mk 1: Compromised Deck Needs Help - Suggestions Please?
Scott T-Bird at 7:43am 06.20.23
Not sure what your question is ... can't even tell if you are considering this for purchase or if yo
1975 C&C 33 - Mk 1: Compromised Deck Needs Help - Suggestions Please?
jssailem at 7:42am 06.20.23
From what you show in the images, I would guess a previous owner (PO) had deck cracks or damage and
34 Hunter Anchor Locker Question   (1)
jssailem at 7:30am 06.20.23
Now that you show the horizontal windlass, other options come to mind. With the shelf gone I suspe
Mast rewire
JamesG161 at 7:18am 06.20.23
the channel for the wires is tight Then test the old wires for Impedance and short circuits. Ins
Mast rewire
jssailem at 7:16am 06.20.23
BBC30... Is the mast down on the hard or standing on the boat? Do you have lights on the spreaders?
VDO Multifunctional Display: Batteries, water and fuel levels
jssailem at 7:13am 06.20.23
Great writeup @Brians Mast :beer: Detailed diagnostic approach and clarity in the discovery process
Mast rewire
BBC16385 at 7:03am 06.20.23
www.marinebeam.com. All of their LEDs have been tested and will not interfere with other electroni
Tropical Depression 3
JamesG161 at 6:57am 06.20.23
Jim, Why is that a good thing? A slow trek over HEAT filled waters, allows a storm to build up Vo
Rub Rail Adventure
jdrutten at 6:57am 06.20.23
JD, easiest way is to take the panels out at the back of the cabin so you have clear access to the
Furler q's
jssailem at 6:40am 06.20.23
What is the query @fred1diver ? Installing a new one is an option. On an old boat some might not wa

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