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Hi all, I pulled out the 14 gallon aluminum water tank that resided below the port salon seat and
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does anyone know the weight of my 1987 catalina 22 ? not the displacement not boat and trailer not
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My O'day 222 sails are as soft as a bed sheet, but I don't want to spend too much money on brand ne
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ChiTownSail at 10:31am 04.17.13
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Curious to know what the best bet is on running (new) wires through the haul. Attached is a picture
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Hi , got a few of your hunter 23.5 over the pond in uk . My uphaul sheave has collapsed not letting
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I removed the Mast today, and need to run some fresh wires up. What is the BEST way to get behind th
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I would like to remove this and add a fresh piece of wood. I have a very small leak up there that dr
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The rudder had some play in it, and I removed the collar today that holds it on and it appears to be
Dragon Fly at 7:46am 04.17.13
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WHAT IS the best sander for bottom sanding? I have a 28' oday. orbital? variable speed yes? vac c
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I've noticed that one product (Honey Teak) and maybe more use a 2 part system on exterior teak. It
Isla-Mae at 4:36am 04.17.13
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On the starboard side of the keel on my O'Day 25 is a steel plate with the inscription "Do not paint
NYSail at 4:31am 04.17.13
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Hello all, One of my projects this spring is the complete rebuild of the 26 year old steering...

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dlochner at 8:35am 04.22.23
The highlighted areas of that chart were from a previous use and I didn't realize they were there w
Wiring solar and ACR's   (1)
jviss at 8:34am 04.22.23
That is much more ambitious than I would do but sounds like a fun project for an Arduino :) XH-M609
Corroding galvanized shackle   (1)
skunther at 8:27am 04.22.23
It is an interesting observation by @Ralph Johnstone but I don't think that's the problem. I looked
Wiring solar and ACR's
DArcy at 8:20am 04.22.23
I even had a plan for a DIN rail behind the DC panel with adjustable LVDs for various things - shed
Drinking water filter
Captain Larry-DH at 8:19am 04.22.23
@Hello Below I haven't needed service. Yeah, maybe try another time or another way?
Yanmar 3HM35F Starter issue
jviss at 8:15am 04.22.23
As I read it, he only priced a new starter and was looking for alternatives before buying. And he
Bottom paints
fstbttms at 8:10am 04.22.23
I think you need to look at your chart again. You have not highlighted VC 17. Under existing paints
Yanmar 3HM35F Starter issue
SailMaster at 8:08am 04.22.23
I have a really good starter / alternator shop in Jacksonville to use. I will have them do the rebui
Yanmar 3HM35F Starter issue
dlochner at 8:07am 04.22.23
He's already done that. But the other steps make sense too, even now. Also, might replace the bru
Bottom paints
dlochner at 8:04am 04.22.23
Well, not exactly true... I think you need to look at your chart again. You have not highlighted
Found a 2003 C310
Alansails at 8:03am 04.22.23
John, Push forward and continue to make Family memories that will live past us. Push on through!
Wiring solar and ACR's
jviss at 8:01am 04.22.23
If I wanted to run the house systems off of the starter battery I would disconnect the house batter
Drinking water filter
Hello Below at 7:53am 04.22.23
I have one and think it's a great product. Maybe a great product but how have you found their serv
Corroding galvanized shackle   (1)
dlochner at 7:52am 04.22.23
In your photo, note the more visible rust at the contact points at the chain and anchor. That is ac
Yanmar 3HM35F Starter issue
jviss at 7:51am 04.22.23
Replace the starter. He's already done that. But the other steps make sense too, even now. Also,
How many of you have satellite beacons or satellite phones when out on the ocean?
Jacktar at 7:45am 04.22.23
Just a reminder ref to cell phones if you are hiking, driving, or sailing inside a national park and
Yanmar 3HM35F Starter issue
dlochner at 7:41am 04.22.23
This is a known issue with Yanmars. The white wire that connects the start switch with the solenoid
Wiring solar and ACR's
DArcy at 7:38am 04.22.23
Unless I misunderstand what you're saying, to "run off the starter battery," i.e., to power your D.
Bottom paints
fstbttms at 7:36am 04.22.23
Squeaky companionway cover   (1)
AndyL at 7:36am 04.22.23
Thanks for the replies. Only the front of the slides are accessible - the part that squeaks seems (

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