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Doesn't hurt to ask dennisv at 5:42pm 04.17.23 Bigger Boats 11/2626 Need info if there is any "interchangeability" between mainsheet traveler brands. Have 1984 ODay 28
Hunter 34 prop shaft (5) cdells at 5:17pm 04.17.23 Ask A Hunter Owner 4/1433 214718
H34 keel smile (2) cdells at 4:49pm 04.17.23 Ask A Hunter Owner 7/1637 Hello everyone, Just wanted to get some thoughts on what I need to do with this keel. The boat has
Engine replacement brad minda at 4:03pm 04.17.23 Catalina 30 6/1530 My boat is located in the SF bay area (Alameda) any one recomend an engine replacement person
h 41 fluoresent head light replacement with leds Valerio at 4:00pm 04.17.23 Big Boats 3/864 i just replace the fluoresent T5 neon tubes with leds. but now after a few hours of working time is
jingly sound brad minda at 4:00pm 04.17.23 Catalina 30 3/822 jingly sound from my m25 when i put it ino forward
1990 35.5 instrument upgrade shawanaga at 2:29pm 04.17.23 Big Boats 1/549
Folding Prop SDS3 Sailors at 2:16pm 04.17.23 Big Boats 14/1666 2005 H36 with Yanmar 3YM30. I am considering a folding prop and have a fact question and an opinion
Tankless Water Heater Bradv at 1:27pm 04.17.23 Ask All Sailors 5/901 I'm interested in installing an ELECTRIC tankless water heater in my 1986 Hunter 31. I'm at dock ev
Sunbird Battery Box (1) Joeswift at 1:20pm 04.17.23 AMF 13/6286 Hello everyone. Im new to sailing and I bought a 16" Sunbird fall of last year. I'm looking to mount
New 170 sailor (1) rsmithfh at 12:50pm 04.17.23 Day Sailers 22/3214 I just bought a 2005 170. I used to sail sunfish as a kid and was pretty good at it, but I'm a littl
Hunter 146 engine options Eric S. at 9:57am 04.17.23 Day Sailers 3/1347 Hi, I'm looking at engine options for my Hunter 146 (2005 model). I'm not sure about the proper shaf
Yanmar in '79 37c monocerosin at 9:36am 04.17.23 The Cherubini Hunters 10/1344 So examining my motor for identification the only numbers I found were "2T-3" where I expected it to
Free Beneteau! (2) Project_Mayhem at 8:48am 04.17.23 Ask All Sailors 24/2240 I found what I believe is a hurricane damaged 2004 Beneteau 311 who's current bid is $15. From the p
Jib Sheets. length and diameter jodyjuli at 7:51am 04.17.23 Ask A Macgregor Owner 2/3023 my 26s didn't come with Jib sheets and she was really pulling toward the wind the other day at 12 to
Yanmar 3HM35F Starter issue SailMaster at 6:31am 04.17.23 Engines and Propulsion 21/3643 While trying to pick up our vessel from a boat yard visit I attempted a start and I assume we are de
Jabsco quiet flush leak..... NYSail at 6:28am 04.17.23 Marine Plumbing and Sanitation 8/1568 So I have two jabsco quiet flush heads. For the past 7 years never had a problem. I did a gasket cha
More efficient way to clean gears? Davidasailor26 at 5:58pm 04.16.23 Ask All Sailors 60/4924 Every year or two I disassemble my winches, clean the gears with mineral spirits, and reassemble the
Instrument and Transducer Upgrade for 2005 Hunter 33 (1) McPhee at 5:49pm 04.16.23 Mid-Size Boats 3/967 My Hunter 33 has older Raymarine instruments for speed and depth (ST60, I believe), with no wind tra
1990 Beneteau 45f5 zippyno1 at 3:54pm 04.16.23 Ask All Sailors 2/301 Hi all I'm trying to find a detailed service/repair manual. I've come across an owner's manual. It'

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Catalina 23 Swing Keel P0intnHold at 7:06pm 05.22.25 I agree with Shawn except that I don't see a scenario where this is an easy job - at least not if t
Catalina 23 Swing Keel P0intnHold at 6:48pm 05.22.25 What is the weight of the keel? If I was facing that job I would be planning to use 1/4" thick G10
1985 Hunter hull Grumps at 5:45pm 05.22.25 no you are fine. How long has the boat been under water ?fresh water or sat water? About 1.5 yea
Blower hose and other one that I need help identifying. Ralph Johnstone at 5:43pm 05.22.25 Should I extend that further into area, maybe by the strainer or cut off the bad end and leave as i
Xantrex Freedom 2000 inverter /charger - H42 passage - 1991 - wiring diagram Terry Cox at 5:38pm 05.22.25 Hi Eian. Hope this link helps. XANTREX FREEDOM X 2000 OWNER'S MANUAL Pdf Download
Blower hose and other one that I need help identifying. niceshoes6 at 5:28pm 05.22.25 Hey Ralph, The inline blower works and pulls air out of the compartment. (when do I use that?) The
Catalina 23 Swing Keel Johnb at 5:22pm 05.22.25 What is the weight of the keel? If I was facing that job I would be planning to use 1/4" thick G10.
1985 Hunter hull Crazy Dave Condon at 5:12pm 05.22.25 no you are fine. How long has the boat been under water ?fresh water or sat water?
New Owner for Catalina Yachts Skipper J at 5:10pm 05.22.25 I just looked up Deadalus Yachts. Exciting stuff, and I'm sure the engineers know what they are doin
1985 Hunter hull Grumps at 4:33pm 05.22.25 Although you said visual inspection could not be done at this time, you should have told us the boat
Lake Michigan (and Huron) Delivery Cruise dlochner at 4:11pm 05.22.25 There are differences between going sailing, doing a delivery, taking vacation cruise and adventurin
Vent hose choice dlochner at 3:56pm 05.22.25
Catalina 23 Swing Keel Foswick at 3:54pm 05.22.25 I agree with Shawn except that I don't see a scenario where this is an easy job - at least not if th
Replacing the thru-hull and seacock for the marine toilet - Beneteau Oceanis 40 2008 BigEasy at 3:54pm 05.22.25 Very frustrating indeed, especially working under the lavatory cabinet. You will have to change the
Replacing the thru-hull and seacock for the marine toilet - Beneteau Oceanis 40 2008 Ralph Johnstone at 3:46pm 05.22.25 Seems to me that there is a discussion about Teflon tape, yes or no. I have seen it spec'd for re
Catalina 23 Swing Keel P0intnHold at 3:45pm 05.22.25 I appreciate the replies and suggestions. All will be considered during my planning attack. I am lea
Sunken Treasure Michael Davis at 3:25pm 05.22.25 I do have a sailboat that I sail currently, two different stories at the same time is possible. I
Catalina 23 Swing Keel ShawnL at 3:21pm 05.22.25 That is the stock Catalina 22 design (I have a '72). I suggest you post on the Catalina 22 forum --
New Owner for Catalina Yachts shemandr at 3:16pm 05.22.25 Seems like pretty big news. But I suppose after Butler's passing the status quo couldn't continue.
Memorial Day 2025 shemandr at 3:06pm 05.22.25 Thank you for posting this. I will participate.

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