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snows at 11:15am 05.02.13
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I was a little disappointed by the lack of documented 410 modifications on this website, so I promis
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I am new to this site and a have number of sailboats that I am restoring for fun and use in a commun
dgreen1991 at 9:36am 05.02.13
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Thanks for the earlier post. I upgraded my lighting in my V-berth too. I used 5050 Leds. The 3m tape
jcwlbw at 9:05am 05.02.13
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have a 2005 merc 9.9 el start that the carb keeps getting varnished up. What can i do to slow or pr
TJM8187 at 9:00am 05.02.13
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Looking to put in cam cleats for the jib sheet. Does anyone have photos of where they placed them on
Just Looking at 8:59am 05.02.13
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After the shrink wrap came off, I have a few stanchions that are loose at the deck. Is there a set o
Scott T-Bird at 7:38am 05.02.13
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It's a little later than I planned, but the installation has got me excited! Stepping up from the 1G
Jimongee at 7:28am 05.02.13
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Hello, I have a 2002 Hunter 356. We are planning on sailing the summer in Mosquito Land . The plasti
tkanzler at 7:09am 05.02.13
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I've had large, expensive chargers on larger boats, and small, cheap chargers on small boats, and I'
ShotgunSlim at 6:57am 05.02.13
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I got tired of looking at expensive cabin curtain kits for the C22 and finally just did it with some
foursail22701 at 6:34am 05.02.13
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We have a Mac 26m with the Etec 50 outboard. The Mac is a 2005 model but new to us last summer. We g
Ajay73 at 3:02am 05.02.13
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How is the mast step connected to the deck on the C27? I've only had the mast down once for another
CCrane2299 at 9:16pm 05.01.13
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Background.... My Dad wants to go sailing. He taught me how to sail the sunfish as a kid. I think hi
jameslui at 8:31pm 05.01.13
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Please advice
willsnow at 7:58pm 05.01.13
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its finally warm enough here in my ski town to start working on the projects ive been getting suppli
jsgonz at 7:25pm 05.01.13
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I have a question that may have a simple answer. Because I am interested in a larger boat, some
lobo at 7:19pm 05.01.13
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Hello everyone, I am looking for my first sailboat (to buy it) and found one that could fit m
Dan Hill at 6:35pm 05.01.13
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Searched many forums and sites but would like your experienced opinion MS. Due to space limitation
jameslui at 5:40pm 05.01.13
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If anyone knows of an autopilot please contact:cussing:
Rusty36 at 5:25pm 05.01.13
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Hi, I am new to this site and have a question for you guys. My Ball valves are Marelon and original

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Hunter 240 mast replacement
Project_Mayhem at 8:29am 05.08.23
Ask the spar manufacturer if they have a sleeve kit to repair your mast
Acrylic portlight question
Project_Mayhem at 8:19am 05.08.23
Forgot to mention, 4200/5200 are not compatible with Acrylic. One material will eat away at the othe
Acrylic portlight question
Project_Mayhem at 8:14am 05.08.23
Which window? Below is a video for a frame less install. He used VHB to hold it in place while the a
Old bilge: water in keel
xavpil at 8:00am 05.08.23
Then you should be good to go. Enjoy! THANKS!!!!! :-)
2005 Hunter 25 w/ roller furler - mast stepping challenges
Sailavie1 at 7:47am 05.08.23
Good to hear you got it fully up. Yes, those shackles tend to bind when lifting the mast. I loosely
Finding Stuff After Re-buying Stuff
jviss at 7:34am 05.08.23
See lot's of guys using these: 14 ft. Reach, Type I, 250 lb. Portable Telescoping Ladder (harborfr
Finding Stuff After Re-buying Stuff
Project_Mayhem at 7:31am 05.08.23
I learned early on that it's best to order stuff with just enough time to order another one should t
What is a good Trailer Sailboat?
Project_Mayhem at 7:26am 05.08.23
@Tedd That's a beautiful boat! @ShalomOrchard Smaller boats for beginners often results in better s
Electronics die, perhapse after starting engine, recently 1 month off charger
dlochner at 7:25am 05.08.23
In battery health there are 2 factors to consider, State of Charge (SOC) and Capacity (Balmar calls
Bilge pump wowes!!!
jviss at 7:18am 05.08.23
https://www.fisheriessupply.com/jabsco-330-gph-medium-duty-diaphragm-bilge-deckwash-pump/36680-2000
Bilge pump wowes!!!
JoeWhite at 7:09am 05.08.23
My be the pump is running dry. Raise the external switch and see if that helps.
Electronics die, perhapse after starting engine, recently 1 month off charger
jviss at 7:04am 05.08.23
Edit: Batteries are F* expensive!!!!!!! Last time I bought a battery for a little econo-box car I t
Low engine RPMs >> Bad Fuel/Filter?
jssailem at 6:59am 05.08.23
Fuel starvation is a usual suspect. Fuel, air, compression are the keys needed to make your engine r
Electronics die, perhapse after starting engine, recently 1 month off charger
JamesG161 at 6:53am 05.08.23
Batteries are F* expensive!!!!!!! Last time I bought a battery for a little econo-box car I think i
Electronics die, perhapse after starting engine, recently 1 month off charger
jviss at 6:37am 05.08.23
Unlike people, even dead batteries can look good. Quote of the day.
Electronics die, perhapse after starting engine, recently 1 month off charger
kloudie1 at 6:32am 05.08.23
An accurate voltmeter is necessary to get a better understanding of battery state of charge and volt
Hunter 410 Yanmar 4JH3E Temperature Sensor
sailing gal at 6:23am 05.08.23
have no idea who that is and just hoped for an answer It appears to be 120130-91370 in case someone
Old bilge: water in keel
Leeward Rail at 6:11am 05.08.23
Fill the ill advised holes you drilled, and go sailing.
Electronics die, perhapse after starting engine, recently 1 month off charger   (1)
bonkle at 6:10am 05.08.23
When was the last time you checked all the wiring and particularly the integrity of all power conne
What do I need to get this boat able to sail somewhat nicely?   (1)
rgranger at 5:58am 05.08.23
Here is a pic of a McGregor 22 that I had restored. I had just furled the main and was getting rea

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