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derfus at 4:56am 01.08.13
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Hi, Of the 507 O'Day 28's that were built how many are still in service?
All U Get at 4:51am 01.08.13
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Hi all, Yesterday while painting marks on my anchor chain I got into a discussion on what distance
NorthStar at 9:17pm 01.07.13
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I have finally had the time to troubleshoot and repair my Yanmar Tach-Hour meter. I believe wha
RichH at 8:18pm 01.07.13
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http://i1086.photobucket.com/albums/j449/svAquila/reef_zpsed162b23.jpg "photo" is from the Sail A
Lee Hadjiosif at 6:54pm 01.07.13
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I'm trying to select a suitable rubrail for my 381 but I'm having trouble. I prefer the solid vinyl
Roger Long at 5:09pm 01.07.13
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I had the anchor aboard almost before there was enough light to see my way out of the creek as the t
Phyrexii at 4:23pm 01.07.13
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Recently, I replied to a thread dealing with an issue common among Mac sailors ('Mac Bump'), where t
kwiggy at 1:43pm 01.07.13
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Hi, I have searched through the various forums, but can't find this problem mentioned anywhere. My
redhead78 at 1:31pm 01.07.13
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Anyone know where I might be able to buy a couple of used deck hatches, for ventilation, in the 10 o
slowdog at 1:14pm 01.07.13
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What boating magazine do you subscribe to?
Maine Sail at 12:05pm 01.07.13
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If you were attending a Marine Basic Electrical Seminar (roughly 2 hours) what type of content would
BrokeNotBroken at 11:27am 01.07.13
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I would love to see more pictures of the teak cockpit. I think it looks fantastic. http://sbo.sail
edefaria at 9:47am 01.07.13
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Hi - I have a O'Day 12 here in Brazil. It's quite similar to the javelin model. I've lost its rudder
soldier1964 at 9:40am 01.07.13
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Hello everyone, I have a small problem to contend with. My Helms25 doesn't have a rope locker in t
Igetit at 9:39am 01.07.13
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This weekend I booked accomodations and bought show tickets online for Strictly Sail Chicago, which
bustedrudder at 8:40am 01.07.13
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I was cleaning the bilge in our 40.5 and only saw 2 keel bolts on the centerline of the stub. Is th
Hydro Therapy at 8:33am 01.07.13
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Hello, I recently picked up an Oday 22, 1980 model. She is a bit rough but coming along. So far I ha
kpgraci at 8:30am 01.07.13
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I've run across several ODay 22 models while looking at sails, including: ODay 22 ODay 22 CB ODay
wrylyone at 8:30am 01.07.13
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Does anyone know where I might find the teak pulls for the interior drawer and cabinet on a 1985 28'
brentjen at 8:26am 01.07.13
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Has anyone ordered a new rudder for their boat off of this site? I have talked to Rudy and am incli

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Everett Fuel Dock
jssailem at 2:07pm 03.16.23
A good question. You are correct about the cause. The river currents and tidal currents expose the f
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dlochner at 1:46pm 03.16.23
Victron with Blue Tooth. The basic choice is between PWM and MMPT controllers. All your questions ca
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jssailem at 1:43pm 03.16.23
Do you have a second spot on your engine block to attach a Temp Sensor? On my Perkins I have 2 threa
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fred1diver at 1:03pm 03.16.23
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SycloneDriver at 12:51pm 03.16.23
I'm fond of Victron. MPPT because it's more efficient and should put more power into the batteries.
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Ok, looking at solar equipment, what type of solar charge controller would you recommend? I know MPP
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Stu Jackson at 12:28pm 03.16.23
Here are ways to do it ( 25 engine, but similar to yours): Breather Hose 101 (w/ K&N Filter Picture
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Peggie Hall HeadMistress at 12:27pm 03.16.23
Our original 1991 electric macerator pump still does the job and have never touched it. Do not reme
Macerators
Hayden Watson at 12:26pm 03.16.23
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Peggie Hall HeadMistress at 12:09pm 03.16.23
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CaptnDean at 11:20am 03.16.23
I replaced my Banjo fitting in 2015 with this "EZ Oil Drain Valve" for about $25. http://www.oildra
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ggrizzard at 10:48am 03.16.23
My '79 Hunter 30 C came with a 10" +/- slide at the mast at the goose neck that allows the boom/goos
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ggrizzard at 10:26am 03.16.23
Duluthwinger, While the bulbs are available from various sites, including this one, replacing a part
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Arrgh at 10:19am 03.16.23
There is a hole drilled in the leading edge of the bow about two feet down. Its hard to see if you
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floridahunter340 at 9:53am 03.16.23
JamesG161: 1) the console is disconnected from the steering column, and the steering column is disco
Macerators
Terry Cox at 9:26am 03.16.23
Our original 1991 electric macerator pump still does the job and have never touched it. Do not remem
Oil Leak
kappykaplan at 9:18am 03.16.23
The air breather hose is cut at an angle and lays on top of the air intake Why not attach the air
Hard or Soft Bimini height   (1)
Hollyberry at 9:18am 03.16.23
As JBP says you need to go sailing and make some measurements. However that may well lead to a bimin
Hunter 340 console (pedestal) removal
JamesG161 at 9:10am 03.16.23
Do not pry up anything! Check your Owner's manual or Download it here. H 340 You will break your
Hard or Soft Bimini height
JBP-PA at 9:09am 03.16.23
Not necessarily 90 degrees, depending on your sail. The only accurate way to know is go sailing, clo

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