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MLampner at 5:32am 05.13.12
9/1890
Due to a number of family issues had not been down to the boat in over three weeks. Got there and fo
Allan S at 2:54am 05.13.12
6/14420
Good day everyone, the wife and I just looked over a 1973(?) Seafarere 38 and we liked it alot. Of c
MacGreg at 1:52am 05.13.12
8/2359
Wondering about taking a Mac 222 out in 15-20 mph wind and/or 6-8 foot seas? Sometimes the wind come
JibeMama at 10:26pm 05.12.12
43/8131
I recently took my 1982 Catalina 30 to the local boatyard for a bottom job, blister repair, head rep
CaptGregg at 8:46pm 05.12.12
4/1466
Does anyone know the size of the shut off valve needed to replace that faucet looking valve? I fo
bechelt at 7:11pm 05.12.12
112/21331
All, I'm curious to know what the general consencious is with regards to having an auxilary engi
Charisma at 6:35pm 05.12.12
3/1589
Anyone got any real world info about a "Coleman 5HP Short Shaft Outboard Motor" Like who makes it ?
JetStream at 6:28pm 05.12.12
1/1259
I have a 1989 Pearson 27 and just purchased a Raymarine autohelm. My question is : Does anyone have
Steve s at 6:20pm 05.12.12
4/1431
Have recently purchased a used 393. It was laid up for the winter and we are not able to get gas flo
Weasel at 6:02pm 05.12.12
4/1975
Today the boat mechanic put in my rebuilt fuel injectors.(Had one that was bad, Number 1 cylinder, s
sailaway78 at 5:39pm 05.12.12
9/2452
I wish I could take credit for coming up with this, but it ain't my idea. Was walking the docks at
matt6669 at 4:36pm 05.12.12
21/8094
Hey Guys, I'm getting ready to buy my paint and I am having an awfully hard time trying to figure o
jeffvennell at 4:14pm 05.12.12
3/3127
I purchased an Escape Rumba sailboat last week and on the trip home the mast broke in about half. A
SailorDave5050 at 2:35pm 05.12.12
4/1628
I have an approx. 30x30 cabin door hatch that is made if 1/2" teak (not plywood). It simply slips up
geedub at 1:54pm 05.12.12
2/1293
are the hulls solid glass or core material? How do they hold up? I am looking at one to buy but not
shortnsalty42 at 1:01pm 05.12.12
2/1082
Narrowed it down to a Catalina 22 for our first sailboat. Was wondering if any Cat22 owners out ther
Piotr at 12:47pm 05.12.12
11/2002
12 V aux outlet aka lighter shorts out appliances -UPDATE Recently, I installed a 12V outlet for au
Piotr at 12:42pm 05.12.12
8/1971
While bringing the boat down Chesapeake to our summer marina, I found myself trying to handle my rea
jack boats at 11:38am 05.12.12
1/1324
I'm looking to buy a 16' long 3.5" diameter or close whisker pole in the San Diego/socal area. Th
GeorgiaBII at 11:33am 05.12.12
17/3148
I took this pic yesterday on the first sail of the year for me, Not the greatest but it's all I've g

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Newbie Question re: M-25 XPB winterization - is 2 gallons of -100 West Marine antifreeze enough?
njlarry at 3:17am 11.27.22
I always use 4 gal -50 in mine as AF is cheap vs cracked parts. Always drain system first so less
'81 H27 Fuel Tank Dimensions
Benny17441 at 9:14pm 11.26.22
Google and check with Inca Molded Products in Nashville TN. They supplied fuel tanks for boat manuf
Buying a Hunter 23. No brakes advice
Benny17441 at 8:44pm 11.26.22
The Starwind 223 had a fixed keel center board combo. It had about a 2ft draft and sat high on the
Newbie Question re: M-25 XPB winterization - is 2 gallons of -100 West Marine antifreeze enough?
CowboyWay at 6:51pm 11.26.22
Oh good...that was all you needed to do to a toilet that uses pressurized fresh water. Unfortunate
Fuel pick location for a Diesel heater   (2)
mermike at 6:49pm 11.26.22
Last couple of pictures. Top one shows the thermal image. Bottom one shows the location of the fuel
Rebedding Catalina 310 chainplates with the mast up
CowboyWay at 6:48pm 11.26.22
I think he means that the chainplate wasnt moved, just the coverplate is lifted up. New bedding ma
Coasta Rica - Where to charter lessons and days aboard
RussellBeckner at 6:29pm 11.26.22
Not Costa Rica. Seems you are refering to your sail in Belize to the North. But thank you for your i
Buying a Hunter 23. No brakes advice
Salty Jack at 6:13pm 11.26.22
Thank you all for your advice. I've decided to pass on this particular boat and will continue my que
Painting over sanded non-skid surface
CharlieCot at 5:27pm 11.26.22
If the existing surface is glossy between the grit, you can "key" it/rough it with a wire brush Th
Propeller residue...normal/not normal?
jssailem at 5:06pm 11.26.22
the blades look to have pits in the spray paint vs a corrosion problem, but it is hard to tell from
Oysters!!
Calif. Ted at 4:15pm 11.26.22
He then launched into a lengthy explanation of his sailing experience even though I never asked abo
Absolute Best and Permanent Glue for Inflatible Dinghy's
Project_Mayhem at 3:06pm 11.26.22
Not trying to hijack this thread but would ultrasonic welding work for this application?
How ro remove an in-mast furling mainsail?
Ralph Johnstone at 2:32pm 11.26.22
Easy, if you tell us the make and model of the furler.
How ro remove an in-mast furling mainsail?
JamesG161 at 2:32pm 11.26.22
Is anyone available to give me instruction or advice on tricks to do the job done? you may not hav
Propeller residue...normal/not normal?
JamesG161 at 2:20pm 11.26.22
The OP does not have a saildrive. Then he needs a regular check up with his Zinc Change diver.;)
Propeller residue...normal/not normal?
fstbttms at 2:15pm 11.26.22
Now from the manual.. he OP does not have a saildrive.
Propeller residue...normal/not normal?   (1)
JamesG161 at 2:13pm 11.26.22
Per @Walsh0575
How ro remove an in-mast furling mainsail?
SycloneDriver at 2:12pm 11.26.22
Have you got any pictures?

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