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Hunter 426 2003 model with 44 Deck Salon Signs Akapeterc at 7:47pm 06.10.13 Big Boats 2/2187 Can any one tell me why some Hunter 426 models have 44 Deck Salon on the side of them. I have just r
My 40' longwire works Brian D at 6:41pm 06.10.13 SSB and Ham Operators 4/19431 I finally put up the longwire at home. It is only a few feet off the ground (maybe 8 feet or so) and
Sailrite Sewing Machines on Sale... Sumner at 6:16pm 06.10.13 Ask All Sailors 5/3151 Sailrite's sewing machines are often recommended by those of us that have them but it is usually poi
Wish me luck (2) dalekidd1956 at 6:08pm 06.10.13 Smaller Boats 4/1291 Wish me luck, guys. Hoping to launch the 18.5 for the first time This week. I have a few days vacati
1971 Catalina 27 Repower Buzzlovelace at 6:05pm 06.10.13 Mid-Size Boats 2/1742 Hello Everyone, I've decided to repower, I currently have terminal carburetor issues with the Albin
New Bimini seanreid71 at 5:04pm 06.10.13 The Cherubini Hunters 14/2621 Does anyone have the dimensions of the cockpit on a mid 70's Hunter 30. I need to get a Bimini and
Pearson 303 Transom Part sailsaga at 4:31pm 06.10.13 Parts Search 1/2670 I need to buy the black rubber piece that is located at the transom for a 1986 Pearson 303. This is
Replacing Deck Boards for 17' DaySailer (3) kwmccaslin at 4:07pm 06.10.13 Day Sailers 1/968 Deck boards ' cross-supports beyond repair, but some still had their shape and curvature. I have som
how to remove a fuel injector on a M25XP diesel ingine jameswelden at 3:40pm 06.10.13 Catalina 30 2/4933 How do you remove fuel injectors on a Universal M25XP diesel engine? If you could provide some infor
D*** Motors rodbrown at 2:52pm 06.10.13 Mid-Size Boats 2/1259 I have an 1973 Catalina 27 and was wondering if anyone knows of a brand new outboard with gen. ' ele
Wind Generator Catalina 22 txtowman at 2:51pm 06.10.13 Ask All Sailors 7/2243 Is a wind genny too much weight aloft for a C22 swing keel? My honda 2000 has died and I need more
Rebed Stanchions ridetheocean at 1:57pm 06.10.13 Ask A Hunter Owner 3/1278 Hello, I have a 1995 H 336. Need to rebed the stanchions. If anyone has done it before on H 336,
Engine temp guage and tach bobjames at 1:10pm 06.10.13 Catalina 310 3/1233 My engine temperature guage pegs at the high end even when the actual temperature is normal. Also,
Cockpits with partly-open transoms steve_in_Lex at 12:42pm 06.10.13 Ask All Sailors 9/3694 Hi all. Old schooler here -- I have a '78 Pearson 35 with a traditional cockpit. I'm considering m
110s saildrive & Volvo diesel removal mangolatitudes at 11:18am 06.10.13 Engines and Propulsion 4/2350 Hi Gang, I'm wanting to remove the circa 1980 diesel from the 110s saildrive while she's dockside in
hot water heater, Cat 30 rgarrison@gmail.com at 11:11am 06.10.13 Catalina 30 5/1565 I have a '78 Cat 30 with plumbing for a hot water system. Does any one know the location of the heat
Kubota 25 rbcoast at 10:30am 06.10.13 Ranger Yachts (CA/FL) 0/9640 I have a Ranger 33 and am looking to re-power. I have heard good things about the Kubota engines.
Ample Power monitor II Bazzer at 10:11am 06.10.13 Musings With Maine Sail 0/1746 Is there anyone out there using the Ample Power Monitor Ii? I'm am curious as to what parameters yo
Seasonal fuel Line Check RBone at 9:28am 06.10.13 Ask An Oday Owner 1/659 I just replaced the bulb and hose ends on my OB fuel line. I went down to the boat last week to stra
Vang vs. twist - the depowering conundrum Brian S at 9:17am 06.10.13 Sail Trim with Don Guillette 18/12626 Ok, so from my small dinghy days, I learned that with boats equipped with a powerful vang, or kicker

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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
Buying new flares this year? dLj at 6:19am 05.21.23 Interesting discussion. I carry an electronic flare plus hand held and 12 gauge flares in a hard bo
Holding tanks q's Peggie Hall HeadMistress at 6:18am 05.21.23 Filling the tank will try to pull the edges of a weld apart...which is why a successful heat weld re
Buying new flares this year? JamesG161 at 6:18am 05.21.23 12 gauge flares are really almost a joke. True if you watch Captain Ron Captain Ron or afraid o
2008 B43 Traveller Issue Dave9854 at 6:12am 05.21.23 Thank you all for the insight.
Buying new flares this year? smokey73 at 5:38am 05.21.23 Interesting discussion. I carry an electronic flare plus hand held and 12 gauge flares in a hard box
What used to be here? Vent in head. jviss at 5:13am 05.21.23 A heater?
Buying new flares this year? jviss at 4:55am 05.21.23 Just a heads up..... Before you go to a marine store or order on-line from one, check out the pric
Beneteau USA Benny Mike at 4:52am 05.21.23 Last I heard (after the Marion plant closure) their spare parts division was still operating there.
2008 B43 Traveller Issue Benny Mike at 4:47am 05.21.23 I have a 2009 40 and I am starting to get a few leaks on the topside. I took one of my railings off
Problems with early 310s (1) 2 OLD PIRATES at 4:43am 05.21.23 This is the one I made for my boat.
Buying new flares this year? dLj at 4:30am 05.21.23 but if you know to light a flare off because you can see someone they can see you as well. This do

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