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Tensioning the Jumper Struts BEFORE Stepping up the Mast jmason at 11:32am 05.12.14 Cal 1/2287 I'd like to properly tension the jumpers on my 1971 CAL-21 BEFORE I step up the mast. A sailor with
Catalina 27 rigging Details Maynestay at 10:36am 05.12.14 Ask A Catalina Owner 0/749 We have acquired a very fine vintage Catalina 27 -- 1979 that has some rigging challenges. Can
rudder for Catalina 22 explorer at 10:29am 05.12.14 Ask A Catalina Owner 2/788 Hi Guys I have had my Cataline 22 since 1992 - sailing on an inland lake in the Cape of Storms (Wes
I finally figured it out:) (3) gitpicker2007 at 9:57am 05.12.14 Catalina 22 6/1323 While working on the cockpit drain valve, I kept looking at a large green hose lying in that area of
Propeller selection cclxxxz at 9:07am 05.12.14 Pearson 1/1186 Hello, Please forgive me if this topic has been discussed before, but I'm looking for help selectin
Halyard color coding ami342 at 8:24am 05.12.14 Ask An Oday Owner 9/8560 I need to replace my halyards on my Oday 22 and was wondering is there a standard color used for the
squeak at low RPM's dlewis812 at 8:00am 05.12.14 Engines and Propulsion 15/2067 launched the boat last week. about to leave the marina heard a noticeable squeaking from the engine
Transmission Control Fastener Issue Ad Libitum at 7:53am 05.12.14 Catalina 310 2/915 While docking yesterday I was astonished when the screw attaching the transmission control lever (wi
Replacement water pump for 27' Hunter Bolander at 7:01am 05.12.14 Ask All Sailors 5/1114 I have a 1979 Cherubini Hunter with an RC8D Renault engine. The water pump is frozen/rusted. So I to
Removing mast winch on a 192 Brian S at 6:56am 05.12.14 Day Sailers 0/757 Since I have stopped using the wire luff Schaefer furler on my 192 and gone to a hank on jib, I have
Dorade cutout size '87 H-34 Genkigary at 6:23am 05.12.14 Mid-Size Boats 3/823 Anyone know the cutout size of the OEM dorades. Looking through defender catalog for replacements.
Floor tgrass462 at 6:15am 05.12.14 Smaller Boats 6/838 I need help! Launched our boat Saturday - everything looks great except the floor of our 1999 Hunte
Installed my portable ac unit yesterday kito at 6:11am 05.12.14 Ask All Sailors 3/1106 Well I got my H30 project boat pretty much sealed up with no water being found on the floor anymore.
Removing the top of the mast plane4uegg at 6:10am 05.12.14 Ask All Sailors 14/2679 Good morning, does anyone know the easiest way(or what tool to use) to remove the top piece of the m
How is your season coming along? BobM at 3:54am 05.12.14 S2 13/1876 Am ahead of schedule...though admittedly i am lucky if i splash in June. Bottom painted and engine
Salisbury SBM20 water-lift muffler replacement Jumpstart at 9:58pm 05.11.14 Ask All Sailors 2/1206 Mine blew out on motor from launch yard to my Club on Saturday. Anybody replace this specific model
Windows SailorRob at 9:26pm 05.11.14 Ask All Sailors 23/3211 Hi all I want to know what boat you have and how your windows (ports or whatever you want to call t
hot water heater recommendations??? centerline at 8:39pm 05.11.14 Ask All Sailors 5/1106 its time to replace the hot water heater.... 6 gallon, 110V w/heat exchanger. in the Defender cata
Cabin Lights on DC Power = Alarm Mystery SerenityTC at 7:40pm 05.11.14 The Cherubini Hunters 11/1395 I am the new owner of an '83 Hunter 27. I'm very new to sailboats so please forgive me if I am askin
windlass recommendations for a Catalina 36 mark I SBsailor at 7:33pm 05.11.14 Big Boats 4/2676 I have a 1980's vintage Catalina 36 that I would like to add a windlass to. I would appreciate any

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Fuel tank sending unit Project_Mayhem at 11:55am 04.20.23 Let us know what issues you run into and what you did to resolve them. I have to do the same to a mo
Pumpin up those fenders! Project_Mayhem at 11:50am 04.20.23 No, I mean the deflating then installing then pumping them back up, and the turnbuckles - def not s
Is BoatUS membership worth it? Project_Mayhem at 11:38am 04.20.23 I have Progressive for insurance. On water towing coverage is only $50/year. I've used it twice and
Progress report on the 26 O'day! Project_Mayhem at 11:33am 04.20.23 @artleyt115 Mine wasn't leaking into the boat but the plywood in the transom was absorbing it. Your
Jabsco quiet flush leak..... Peggie Hall HeadMistress at 11:31am 04.20.23 Sounds like a plan to me...although, have you considered shaving the "extra" off the gasket you have
Pumpin up those fenders! LloydB at 11:11am 04.20.23 Yep good-ol turnbuckle pumps real sailors don't need no explanations
Is BoatUS membership worth it? dlochner at 11:09am 04.20.23 Not to hijack the thread, but it would be interesting to know what people pay for boat insurance.
Bottom paints sailcapt340 at 11:05am 04.20.23 I agree with Ralph, it looks as if the zinc may have slid down to the strut. Nobody really puts one
Is BoatUS membership worth it? kappykaplan at 10:54am 04.20.23 it would be interesting to know what people pay for boat insurance. I just happen to have my renew
Seeking a Columbia Bar Crossing Opportunity Stu Jackson at 10:49am 04.20.23 Stu makes a good point. FWIW, that crossing is equally 'dangerous' and extremely 'well documented'.
Bottom paints fstbttms at 10:40am 04.20.23 There is no universal bottom paint. Of course there is. Many, MANY examples. In fact (with very fe
jabsco holding tank pump repair? Rich Stidger at 10:39am 04.20.23 Buy some threaded rod at the hardware store. Cut to length and install. Don't spend $20 for somethi
Seeking a Columbia Bar Crossing Opportunity capta at 10:38am 04.20.23 More fun than a rollercoaster.
jabsco holding tank pump repair? capta at 10:33am 04.20.23 Over the course of my time on boats, I have repeatedly reminded myself, too late, that if it ain't b
Is BoatUS membership worth it? capta at 10:30am 04.20.23 Our boat insurance includes unlimited towing service, but I still think a $25.00 a year donation is
Is BoatUS membership worth it? sesmith at 10:21am 04.20.23 I go through Boat US for the towing and insurance (through Geico). I've never had a claim on either
Progress report on the 26 O'day! Timm R Oday25 at 9:53am 04.20.23 Ah the lower leaking gugeon.. The first time I backed the Oday into the water I wasn't aware that th
Pumpin up those fenders! jviss at 9:53am 04.20.23 "Kooky" brand fenders. ack up, and the turnbuckles - def not standard.....
O'day 28 1985 forward hatch replacement Ralph Johnstone at 9:52am 04.20.23 Check for cabin top curvature.
Pumpin up those fenders! (1) Ralph Johnstone at 9:49am 04.20.23 The whole things sounds kinda kooky to me. "Kooky" brand fenders.

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