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Leeward Rail at 10:12am 09.24.23
Good info ! Fwiw I always just measure the seal and use the numbers on the races and bearings. Trai
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artboas at 9:58am 09.24.23
I do not use the AC. Caribbean breezes keep thing comfortable at anchor where we spend all our time
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Hello All - it has been almost two seasons since I posted my original question here and I want to th
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dlochner at 9:48am 09.24.23
I have a VHF and and AIS with a active splitter but I'm not happy with the setup. The splitter is a
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BabuBoat at 9:46am 09.24.23
Upon further reflection (and morning coffee) I've got to say that what you've inherited is a mess p
1993 Hunter 42 Passage CC: Leaking near a few of the keel bolts. Ulcer time.
BabuBoat at 9:43am 09.24.23
I hate to say it, but those rubber rings were probably added to try to stop water coming in around
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Stu Jackson at 8:49am 09.24.23
Dave, The injection into a simple pipe T fitting is a very good alternative to a welded nipple. N
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Panera at 8:43am 09.24.23
Simple design and works great. Before I had autopilot, I used the wheel lock when raising sails,
Atomic 5411 - Exhaust elbow repair?
Ralph Johnstone at 8:40am 09.24.23
And please correct me on any incorrect terminology. You terminology is not bad. Your photography
Atomic 5411 - Exhaust elbow repair?
Tally Ho at 8:39am 09.24.23
If the water injection point is still intact, you might be able to get a piece of silicone hose to p
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Kermit at 8:33am 09.24.23
AIS-VHF Antenna Splitter
Don S/V ILLusion at 8:29am 09.24.23
I have a VHF and and AIS with a active splitter but I'm not happy with the setup. The splitter is a
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keel bolts
dlochner at 8:15am 09.24.23
Eagle Eye @Ralph Johnstone has identified a potential problem. Notice the glass on the right side of
Its funny Friday!
rgranger at 8:08am 09.24.23
keel bolts   (2)
Ralph Johnstone at 8:08am 09.24.23
IMO you have a serious crack which will require serious remediation. the surface of the crack in
Introducing the grandkids to One Design racing!
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Glad to find out the mast sections are not the keels! Yeah, no, that would not work very well, wou
Pedestal Wheel Lock on 1999 H280?
Occasional Heeler at 8:05am 09.24.23
Nice design! Sure looks cheaper and easier than buying and installing a new Edson pedestal shaft.
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