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Bending t-track? Sefuller at 9:07am 08.04.14 Ask All Sailors 21/8528 I would like to add adjustable midship cleats to my boat, and since Harken is in my backyard I thoug
DIY Replacement Shower Curtain (3) SailboatInteriors at 9:05am 08.04.14 Ask All Sailors 0/1896 WHY THIS PROJECT IS GREAT! 1. It adds style to your bathroom interior. 2. The shower curtain
Rudder Beneteau 321 at 9:02am 08.04.14 Ask A Catalina Owner 1/645 Looking to source a new rudder for a Catalina /Morgan 38 center cockpit--1994 present rudder is fol
Hunter 49 Headliner Wisp at 8:53am 08.04.14 Big Boats 4/1453 Is there an easy way to remove and replace the headliner in a 49? I need to run some new cabling and
New Wind-gen (1) All U Get at 8:42am 08.04.14 Ask All Sailors 20/8625 Hi all, We have added a MarineKinetix wind generator to supply more energy to batteries aboard ou
103/104 with kids Ruck at 8:09am 08.04.14 Ask All Sailors 7/1162 Does anyone know of a good 103/104 course that allows young kids?
Daysailer 1 jumper v strut spreader Graystoke at 6:39am 08.04.14 Day Sailers 2/2062 I haven't seen replacement parts available for this upper spreader on the DS 1. Anyone know if they
310 for sale Alansails at 6:28am 08.04.14 Catalina 310 0/976 Saw this freshwater 310 for sale: http://www.greenturtlebay.com/Yacht-Sales/Current-listings.aspx
410 refrigator latches Don Lucas at 6:06am 08.04.14 Big Boats 10/1603 I getting tired of replacing those plastic lid latches. Has anyone tired just removing? them? It wou
replacing the keel winch wire. worane at 3:01am 08.04.14 Trailer Sailors 19/9356 My C 25 is sitting on it's swing keel on the wide thick timber plank that sits on the base of my tra
The cut of my jib questions Roadking Larry at 1:18am 08.04.14 Ask All Sailors 10/5726 My 1976 Cal 2-27 came with 2 head sails. A smaller jib, probably 110%-ish for the boat and a much la
Need cabin light info jmkinsfbay at 7:26pm 08.03.14 Ask A Beneteau Owner 5/1534 New owner of 2006 343. I want to just sit and read without lighting up the whole boat, by using the
oday 23 main cabin Windows dfrancis23 at 6:19pm 08.03.14 Parts Search 2/5768 If anyone comes across a 23 being broken out, grab me the main cabin Windows Please. Really don't wa
new outboard mmsailor at 5:10pm 08.03.14 Smaller Boats 6/1193 I want a new 6 hp 4 cycle to replace my existing 5 hp 2 cycle . Where is the best place on the net f
Installing auto pilot H 29.5 james295 at 4:52pm 08.03.14 Mid-Size Boats 6/1686 I have 1994 hunter 29.5 ,and I have some questions on installing the raymarine wheel drive ev-100 se
Exhaust smell ahlerstom at 4:35pm 08.03.14 Mid-Size Boats 8/2800 I have a virtually new Hunter "The Edge" with factory-mounted Evinrude E-Tec 75 hp engine. I love th
My nose can't find this one..... rpell46 at 3:59pm 08.03.14 Ask All Sailors 7/1421 Like a majority of us, I can usually find an electrical problem by "nose". This time, my nose could
M25XP - what type oil? uwyoda at 3:30pm 08.03.14 Catalina 30 19/12627 I have been using 10W40 engine oil, but have been told by someone that due to the age of the engine
Edson Steering Problem sigbear at 1:45pm 08.03.14 Catalina 309 Group Forum 7/3576 Catalina 309 #168, Yesterday while cruising at idle speed in a crowded cove my steering wheel locked
Just purchases 1994 H26 Dfisher at 1:41pm 08.03.14 Smaller Boats 2/695 Hi I just purchased a 1994 H26 and was wondering if there is a owners manual somewhere online. I'm

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We just closed on Hull 45, we are so excited, we are Long Island NY based if anyone is around please let me know . jviss at 3:20pm 08.15.23 I'll ask again: why did/do think that? I don't get it at all. Because you often post a bunch of
pros and cons of adjusting valves... jviss at 3:19pm 08.15.23 @Hayden Watson really did nail it. I agree with everything he said, in particular how too-loose val
Oday 19 Identifying Deck Mounts for Possible Stanchions. BruceC at 3:06pm 08.15.23 The mounts you refer to are definitely not stanchion mounts, but most likely simply mounts from whic
Need a "double" block at the mast base Barnacle Bill at 3:05pm 08.15.23 If you want to add another block, whether it be single or double, you have to utilize one of the hol
pros and cons of adjusting valves... Davidasailor26 at 3:00pm 08.15.23 The F---ing Manual You spelled Funny wrong. ;) Glad you asked the question. My 3YM30 will be co
Mariner Roller-Stay Parts? Barnacle Bill at 2:57pm 08.15.23 I like Furlex by Selden spars
Traveler Upgrade form 4-1 to 6-1? Barnacle Bill at 2:56pm 08.15.23 I believe it is an old Nicro Fico "H" track, which is quite antiquated. The bearings really are jus
Replacing Sea-Fire Automatic Extinguisher in engine compartment, Hunter 33 2006 Scott B at 2:56pm 08.15.23 From the Sea-Fire site under dealers Control Fire Systems63a Advance Rd.Toronto Ontario M8Z 2S6 Pho
Sailing post heart attack Barnacle Bill at 2:50pm 08.15.23 I know people who have had much more severe heart damage than you and they still sail. Unless you ar
pros and cons of adjusting valves... dave_and_dd at 2:49pm 08.15.23 Well said. At least I can't say RTFM.... Ha! I took that away from youz guyz! But you could have
Furling main, halyard replacement Hunter 33 2006 Scott B at 2:48pm 08.15.23 Thank you kbgunn, I will check if any of the lines you suggested are available here in Canada. Go
pros and cons of adjusting valves... dave_and_dd at 2:47pm 08.15.23 Hey, thanks guys for the comments. Yep, I know it's recommended and I know it isn't all that diffic
Thoughts on chart tables? Barnacle Bill at 2:46pm 08.15.23 You can do what you want with your boat, but I think a chart table is a good place to have your lapt
TO H41 OWNERS, GALLEY LIGHT Ralph Johnstone at 2:09pm 08.15.23 First let me ask exactly how you measured the voltage at the headlamp which we call just the "lamp".
We just closed on Hull 45, we are so excited, we are Long Island NY based if anyone is around please let me know . Stu Jackson at 2:00pm 08.15.23 I thought you would chime in on this post and I was surprised you didn't. :) I'll ask again: why
Rowing a 22 Rltgold at 1:52pm 08.15.23 I found the oars & Paddles through NRS.com. Now to try and find oarlocks that slide into the top of
Top Down Furler JRacer at 1:38pm 08.15.23 The roller frame is more than up to the task. If you crafted a "U" shaped piece that mounted to the
Top Down Furler JRacer at 1:31pm 08.15.23 If you are too worried about it, you could mount a Dyneema bobstay that has a reinforced pad eye on
Top Down Furler Meriachee at 1:27pm 08.15.23 Thanks for the feedback. I have a Selden Pole and Ring and a Selden Top down furler. Have not insta
Latest on NMEA to WiFi? tfox2069 at 1:13pm 08.15.23 I've had a comar for several years to send AIS data to an ipad, or my phone. Easy setup, works fi

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