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Braided 12v copper wire Scott at 5:51pm 04.29.12 Ask All Sailors 20/3949 Need to make a good conection for a temporary repair on 12v 16-18 gauge braided copper wire. Cut the
anchor locker bow 430 (1) Navicula at 5:47pm 04.29.12 Big Boats 1/908 where the hell does this access hole go...................what is its purpose thanks
Marine suppliers :( c_witch at 5:34pm 04.29.12 Trailer Sailors 9/3030 What is it with suppliers these days? I was attempting to order Quick Attach eye fittings to shorten
Proper LS Outboard for a 27' 1981 Catalina? JRGresham at 5:31pm 04.29.12 Mid-Size Boats 26/17930 All, I just bought a beautiful 1981 27 footer with the open rear transom. The OLD 8 HP outboard t
Dodger/bimini recommendation Dima at 5:29pm 04.29.12 Ask A Hunter Owner 2/1177 I'm looking to add doddger/bimini to my 1991 Legend 35.5. Could you please recommend somebody in the
Which battery to buy? sailsail at 5:28pm 04.29.12 Ask All Sailors 11/1927 Would like some recommendations...... going to replace my old 'mismatched' batteries and not sure w
Helm Seat (1) Witzend at 5:27pm 04.29.12 Catalina 310 6/3875 Think'en on using one of these attached to the stern railing so that I can see over my instruments.
Finally under sail (1) TomB228 at 4:53pm 04.29.12 Ask A Macgregor Owner 8/1646 Hi Back again. Ok I put a keel winch on, had the outboard repaired, made the mast raising system (n
Throwable PFD bigpapaporsche at 4:47pm 04.29.12 Ask All Sailors 21/4826 We have a Buoy - Horse Shoe type Collar mounted on our stern rail of our Seaward 23 sailboat. My qu
Changing Hull Stripe color Skywalker at 4:22pm 04.29.12 Ask A Beneteau Owner 15/10369 I'm a new owner of a 2002 Beneteau 361 and want to change the hull stripes to Navy Blue from Green.
need hunter 28.5 used mainsail thetone at 4:17pm 04.29.12 Parts Search 2/5000 I am looking for a good condition mainsail for my 1987 hunter 28.5.
Split Aft stay dtwofoot at 4:08pm 04.29.12 Smaller Boats 6/1932 Greetings, new to forum and My 1986 Hunter 23. The turn buckle w/1/4 in. cleavis pin doesn't fit ove
hunter 28.5 mainsail thetone at 4:07pm 04.29.12 Mid-Size Boats 3/1636 I am looking for a used mainsail. Does anyone have any sugestions?
Need port side fender rack for 2008 45cc kcbacher at 3:52pm 04.29.12 Parts Search 2/2075 I damaged the fender rack that attaches to the stern rail and to e underside of the port side stern
main sheet blocks (2) Bristol22Caravel at 3:52pm 04.29.12 Ask All Sailors 6/2775 So I need to replace the mainsheet block attached to my boom (no tracker - 1975 bristol caravel 22 -
What color gel coat for 2008 45CC? kcbacher at 3:43pm 04.29.12 Big Boats 2/857 Does anyone already know the color (say from West Marine or another supplier) needed or do I have to
Solar Charger Help Gilligan and mate at 3:40pm 04.29.12 Ask A Macgregor Owner 4/1334 85 Mac 25. We will be attempting to moor our boat this summer. Will a 18 watt solar charger keep m
Electrical gremlins djleav at 2:53pm 04.29.12 Ask A Hunter Owner 1/810 I have a problem with Battery 1 that does not happen on Battery 2. Both batteries have a common gro
Extracting ethanol from gasoline RedRex at 2:14pm 04.29.12 Ask All Sailors 17/4601 I'm given to understand that ethanol can be extracted from gas by addition of water. Although the qu
Painting topsides Lost Parent at 2:12pm 04.29.12 Ask All Sailors 2/1096 I am going to paint my deck this summer and was thinking of using a two part polyurethane paint but

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Depth sounder for Niagara 26 dlochner at 1:36pm 12.22.22 The Niagara 26 is a nice boat with a good pedigree. Enjoy it. A transom mount transducer won't be r
Legend 35.5 Interior Cushions Dave Groshong at 1:29pm 12.22.22 https://www.islandnautical.com
Depth sounder for Niagara 26 Hollyberry at 1:19pm 12.22.22 Before you rip out the transducer, they are often cross-brand compatible.. I once put an early 2000s
Legend 35.5 Interior Cushions Hollyberry at 1:13pm 12.22.22 There are plenty of outfits that do upholstery, many specializing in marine jobs... Google should be
CNG to Propane? (1) TomY at 12:57pm 12.22.22 :( Out of an over abundance of curiosity, for insurance purposes, @TomY, would there be a need to
Replacing Deck Hardware by Myself jssailem at 12:54pm 12.22.22 the vice grip advice Vice Grips, Duct tape, lube. The trifecta of the DIY tool kit.
Depth sounder for Niagara 26 berner73 at 12:44pm 12.22.22 The depth sounder in my newly purchased Niagara 26 has long given up the ghost. The brand is no lo
Mast stepping jssailem at 12:32pm 12.22.22 But I Rx a crane to safely get the mast up. Boy is that an understatement. Very subtle using a med
Depth sounder for Niagara 26 Ralph Johnstone at 12:15pm 12.22.22 I believe all transducers are now inside-hull mounted wherever possible. Cored hulls are out of luc
Yanmar 2GMF cold starting Ralph Johnstone at 10:34am 12.22.22 Always look for proof before spending a damn good whack of money like that and getting nothing for
Mast stepping shemandr at 10:28am 12.22.22 A Pearson 303 mast is a tree trunk. I think you need a crane. And you most likely don't have a tab
Single handing kappykaplan at 10:25am 12.22.22 Merry Christmas to you all! May you have a most blessed time with family and friends Same to you a
Replacing Deck Hardware by Myself stickinthemud57 at 10:20am 12.22.22 +1 to the vice grip advice. Won't cover every situation, but I have found it covers most.
Single handing Davidasailor26 at 8:52am 12.22.22 Merry Christmas to you all! May you have a most blessed time with family and friends You too!
Anyone have the Brass Scupper Flaring Tool from Catalina Direct VFR750 at 8:44am 12.22.22 Thank you for the kit instructions. Makes a lot of sense.
Single handing WI Rigger at 8:42am 12.22.22 Merry Christmas to you all! May you have a most blessed time with family and friends
Will Webasto/Diesel Heater exhaust condensate damage gelcoat? Exhaust port installation on C34mkii- freeboard or transom thinwater at 8:25am 12.22.22 You can also add a drain to the exhaust line. Sure Marine has them in different sizes and on an elb
CNG to Propane? Hello Below at 8:23am 12.22.22 Out of an over abundance of curiosity, for insurance purposes, @TomY, would there be a need to have
What Sailboat Cabin doesn't feel like a hole? JamesG161 at 8:08am 12.22.22 as the broker says... "She is ready to cross oceans on your next adventure." But there is a KETCH
What Sailboat Cabin doesn't feel like a hole? jssailem at 8:04am 12.22.22 Has a pretty blue dinghy and a functioning windmill... A little spit and polish and as the broker sa

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