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eianm at 5:27pm 08.21.13
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A friend came sailing with me recently and commented on how very heavy my helm became once underway
MrBee at 4:37pm 08.21.13
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Good evening all. I have done some searches and I did find loads of info on what hose to use... but
tlepard at 4:21pm 08.21.13
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I have a Nonsuch 30 1981 with Paloma Water Heater and pressure freshwater system. Over the last thre
Jared1048 at 4:12pm 08.21.13
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Hello! I've heard many good things about Kyocera and decided to go with them. Kyocera KD140SX-
bryan crites at 1:26pm 08.21.13
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my 3gmf yanmar engine is overheating. just replaced the raw water cooling pump , plenty of flow out
JaySauls at 1:24pm 08.21.13
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Anyone have any links/contacts for replacing/repairing entry hatches? The one on my 1970 24' Magrego
Bedouin at 11:51am 08.21.13
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Once more while I'm at it... Could anyone recommend a good ice box-to-fridge conversion kit? In my
dandydon77 at 10:53am 08.21.13
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I need info on the check valve for the 270 hot water heater. Why is it necessary? Where can I get th
Derf123 at 10:06am 08.21.13
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H26 Compression post problem - help please Well, I figured it would be an easy job of sealing the c
rgranger at 9:42am 08.21.13
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I recently noticed that Hobies are not listed in the Brand Specific forum. The reason I noticed is
brian3820 at 8:55am 08.21.13
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Hello All, Hope everyone is having a great 2013 season. My question is simple. I have just purch
Maine Sail at 8:32am 08.21.13
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Hi All, I recently came across an issue with a set of Lewmar Ocean Series self tailing winches that
Lost Parent at 8:23am 08.21.13
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newsailor72 at 8:12am 08.21.13
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engine is a 1981 2 hp evinrude. when I removed the engine cover, the pull rope spring came off. It
Bedouin at 7:59am 08.21.13
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Hello again! So, based on the manuals I take it that only the international version of the 306 come
IanJ at 7:58am 08.21.13
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Ok, heres the biggie. I need to replace my battery bank, which up to now has been two Costco Deep C
Delawaredave at 7:55am 08.21.13
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1982 Hunter 27. Yanmar 1GM. Newbie. All seemingly stock. The pin fell out on the shaft couplin
cbyl at 7:50am 08.21.13
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Is there a way to configure a 1967 Tempest for single-handed sailing?
Genkigary at 7:34am 08.21.13
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Up to now I've been sailing with the trans in neutral. Just read a post saying the transmission need
Catketch at 7:26am 08.21.13
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I just came across this video on YouTube (not really a video...just a collection of stills strung to

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I'm picking up a new to me '87 H23 tomorrow.
Crazy Dave Condon at 9:54am 05.21.23
@Tb0n3 Sent you a private message to your email. I was the hunter dealer who sold the most of th
I'm picking up a new to me '87 H23 tomorrow.
rgranger at 9:26am 05.21.23
Does anyone know just how strong the trailer winch eye is in these boats? . Ahhh. The intrepid
Swing Keel Rebuild
danooxnard at 9:04am 05.21.23
That is beautiful! To pretty to install, I would leave it in my garage just to look at it! Well don
I'm picking up a new to me '87 H23 tomorrow.   (2)
Tb0n3 at 9:04am 05.21.23
I've finally gotten to launch in my local reservoir. The launch is a bit low so it was fiddly, but i
Buying new flares this year?
thinwater at 8:45am 05.21.23
I considered that solution, but the electronic "flares" are really "LOCATE" devices with a range of
Buying new flares this year?   (1)
jssailem at 8:15am 05.21.23
Not all lasers are the same. The one James referenced is a Laser Flare. Federal Aviation Administra
Need Help Troubleshooting Water Witch Sensor, Alarm and Rule Bilge Pump
davidjpio at 8:11am 05.21.23
I think there should be a hot line from the sensor to the pump I was thinking this as well. But t
Need Help Troubleshooting Water Witch Sensor, Alarm and Rule Bilge Pump   (1)
davidjpio at 8:09am 05.21.23
Is that a buss bar or a terminal strip? I'm not entirely sure. It's possible it is a terminal str
Lewmar deck hatch leaking through rivets in catch block
rgranger at 7:59am 05.21.23
Rivets are easy to replace. Drill out the old ones.. put some bedding down behind the latch ( lik
Need Help Troubleshooting Water Witch Sensor, Alarm and Rule Bilge Pump
RitSim at 7:52am 05.21.23
Is that a buss bar or a terminal strip?
What used to be here? Vent in head.
FastOlson at 7:51am 05.21.23
Someone added some ventilation. The former owner, if he can be found among the living, will know the
Buying new flares this year?
Blitz at 7:46am 05.21.23
One of the key things with using the the 12 gauge flares is to shoot the first two within a minute o
Building the Ultimate Potting Bench
JBP-PA at 7:43am 05.21.23
So, are you thinking of leaving it outside, or perhaps in a garage? Cedar? Building the top cabin
Santana 21 design info needed
rgranger at 7:37am 05.21.23
Who manufactured your mast?
Need Help Troubleshooting Water Witch Sensor, Alarm and Rule Bilge Pump
rgranger at 7:20am 05.21.23
I think there should be a hot line from the sensor to the pump
Building the Ultimate Potting Bench
Crusty Ol Salt at 7:17am 05.21.23
Shoot I don't have the time to start either at this point. But, you are correct, it is best to do it
What used to be here? Vent in head.
JBP-PA at 7:16am 05.21.23
The vent on top sure looks like a chimney for a heater. I suppose it could be some sort of mushroom
Buying new flares this year?
JamesG161 at 6:42am 05.21.23
I'm rather liking the green laser idea Add that to your safety list @dLj $260 but... Who knows wh
Buying new flares this year?
smokey73 at 6:29am 05.21.23
Great points @dLj These discussions let us refine our thnking. I have a ditch bag, but my spare f

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