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Flyindiver at 8:32am 05.26.13
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Having to replace cutlass bearing on a Oceanis 350, anyone have this done? What did it cost you and
jmczzz at 12:59am 05.26.13
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I got the bent bolt out, ground off the head, punched it out. It had a regular nut on the starboard
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All Pre season cleaning time and floorboards are on the agenda. Was curious if you use anything ot
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I have been looking at a boat, but cannot find any manufacturer identification other than the emblem
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Maine Sail at 4:53pm 05.25.13
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So for the first time ever, I think, we are the only boat at one of the most popular anchorages in C
airshac at 4:02pm 05.25.13
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I have a Mac 22 and I bought a main sail off ebay that is dimensionaly the right size and it only co
mfredson at 3:02pm 05.25.13
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trying to rig a Asymmetric ( Geneker) sail for a 36' catalina. Where to place the Foot on the forede
javelin at 2:13pm 05.25.13
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Just bought a mac 26 m and I am just learning how things work. Okay, I got the mast up alright usin
DAVA390 at 1:05pm 05.25.13
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In recent electrical repairs I had to pull down (or pull back, actually)some carpet to access the wi
Bent Furler   (2)
rgranger at 11:49am 05.25.13
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So I need some help finding a part... I have a bent Harken Roller Furler. I'm not 100% sure but
Phyrexii at 9:22am 05.25.13
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I'm currently working on a design for a transom hung kick up rudder for a 25' boat (specifically a V
Harry at 9:10am 05.25.13
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MY boat has been out of the water for two years, then it was in the water from December to May9th wh
hard-a-ground at 8:33am 05.25.13
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Folks, I am looking at a Beneteau 265 as an upgrade to my S2 sailboat. What are some things to wa
firehoser75 at 8:15am 05.25.13
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I have a few areas along the waterline where the bottom paint has chipped (flaked) off. The largest
Timo42 at 6:55am 05.25.13
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I have the original sink out of my boat sitting in the back yard, tried listing it in the free to a

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Puget Sound Chain Plate Replacement Recommendations?
DirtyScoobie at 10:16am 05.22.23
It would be cool if there was a way to determine the condition of the chainplates; maybe ultrasonic
Puget Sound Chain Plate Replacement Recommendations?
jviss at 10:10am 05.22.23
OK, sure. Again, all academic, and I'm quite aware of pitting and crevice corrosion. Point is that
Puget Sound Chain Plate Replacement Recommendations?
DirtyScoobie at 10:08am 05.22.23
Quite likely you have already searched this forum but if not it is probably worthy of a try. No qu
Puget Sound Chain Plate Replacement Recommendations?
DirtyScoobie at 10:07am 05.22.23
On a boat there is no such thing as "no water ingress." Even with the best maintained vessel, ther
Possible SmartPlug problem
Ralph Johnstone at 10:05am 05.22.23
I found charred wires so I replaced both the SmartPlug and the entire cord Did you change the plu
The Great Bilge Pump Debate, 2023 Edition
Scott T-Bird at 10:03am 05.22.23
low-voltage disconnects ... my wife is already rolling her eyes at all the reasons I find to poke ar
New 170 sailor
stickinthemud57 at 10:02am 05.22.23
Yes, try that and plexus and let us know which is better! :biggrin:
Possible SmartPlug problem
jviss at 10:02am 05.22.23
either the male plug or in the female receptacle This can quickly get confusing (at least for me),
The Great Bilge Pump Debate, 2023 Edition
Scott T-Bird at 9:54am 05.22.23
Amen! I assumed there was a tongue-in-cheek!
Sidewall fabric upgrade
nramsey at 9:53am 05.22.23
Ours was pretty dingy and, where it was behind furniture, mildew smelling. We ripped it all out, in
Puget Sound Chain Plate Replacement Recommendations?
Hello Below at 9:49am 05.22.23
Quite likely you have already searched this forum but if not it is probably worthy of a try. No que
The Great Bilge Pump Debate, 2023 Edition   (1)
Ralph Johnstone at 9:45am 05.22.23
Perhaps you have heard of this new invention called a photovoltaic cell? They can be grouped togeth
The Great Bilge Pump Debate, 2023 Edition
jviss at 9:43am 05.22.23
I can't find any logic in not having a properly wired and protected float switch that is "always on
Possible SmartPlug problem
Don S/V ILLusion at 9:43am 05.22.23
You definitely have a resistive connection, either the male plug or in the female receptacle. As you
Slow sump pump with backflow
Peggie Hall HeadMistress at 9:42am 05.22.23
What made you decide to replace your toilet pump with a sump pump instead of a new toilet pump? Loo
Possible SmartPlug problem
dlochner at 9:42am 05.22.23
While washing the boat I touched my SmartPlug and found it really hot. I unplugged it and found it
Puget Sound Chain Plate Replacement Recommendations?
jviss at 9:40am 05.22.23
No water ingress, no corrosion. On a boat there is no such thing as "no water ingress." Even with
Seaward S-600 water heater possible leak
sailcapt340 at 9:38am 05.22.23
They are that expensive now. Its been stated already, But you need to look more closely at the barb
Puget Sound Chain Plate Replacement Recommendations?
DirtyScoobie at 9:37am 05.22.23
Ok.. That is a horse of a different color. Try Your Boat Shop in Everett Marina. Specifically, Pete

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