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sailormanbigd at 4:35am 04.27.12
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heading to siesta key beach this afternoon for a wedding. Spending the weekend there. Not looking fo
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I was contacted by a new owner of a used Hunter 240 in georgia as he was taking on water. I sugges
Faris at 8:42pm 04.26.12
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Hi, Is there an easy way to tell if a C27 is a TR or SR without just measuring the mast?
tampastockman at 8:01pm 04.26.12
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Help! My 1994 H19 has a fixed keel??? I went to pick up the H19 today. I couldnt find any up haul l
Tom Hoffman at 7:33pm 04.26.12
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Over winter as I have been house bound, I have been thinking about boat related things that I might
Piotr at 7:29pm 04.26.12
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I just purchased a SignetMarine MK 11 knotmeter (3-pin male plug). I'm planning on purchasing a repl
vincejg327 at 7:28pm 04.26.12
Cal
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I need help in finding the hidden HIN plate on a 1979 CAL 2-27. The current HIN that is shown on
davidjet at 6:19pm 04.26.12
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O my keel lock down bolt and hole don't line up...They are off like 3/8 inch. I can't lock down my k
evpierjr at 6:15pm 04.26.12
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My boat was hauled for bottom painting and the cable which lifts the centerboard parted. Can a repla
Maine Sail at 6:14pm 04.26.12
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So I am installing a cockpit table for a customer today and it was a nice and peaceful but crisp spr
MATHURIN2 at 5:45pm 04.26.12
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We've started repairing the cabin sides core last year. I had started this thread back then: http://
sailorgirl82 at 5:37pm 04.26.12
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Hi, I run a tiny non-profit that takes kids and families out on boats to teach them to sail, and
bakeroo at 5:05pm 04.26.12
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Please advice. I currently own a Catalina 18 and am considering a move to a larger boat. Besides the
LynneCrosby at 5:02pm 04.26.12
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Just wondering if anyone here has a Hunter 356? We are considering purchasing 2003 and notice there
tcwaltz at 4:59pm 04.26.12
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First let me say I have the great fortune of having a father-in-law that can weld, do AC work and ge
kenwitt at 3:38pm 04.26.12
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Have old O'Day 15' with no access to center board bolt .. is there a fairly accurate measurement ...
gypsylounge at 2:11pm 04.26.12
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I have two raw water intake seacocks screwed onto thru hulls, typical fiberglass boat installation.
bobtigar at 1:15pm 04.26.12
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Would you like something really nautical? A friend of mine make the most exquisite bags from old sa
RichH at 12:47pm 04.26.12
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A joint statement released from both the VA and MD DEP/fisheries have last week announced that the c
Rick D at 12:36pm 04.26.12
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Probably of interest more to California guys than others: http://www.thelog.com/Newsletter/Article/

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Ice Box Conversion Quandary
Hayden Watson at 9:45am 01.17.23
Not really something the average guy can do since you need a bunch of specialized tools and in Cana
Ice Box Conversion Quandary
Leeward Rail at 9:19am 01.17.23
As for cost, my 50L freezer cost $280. I have not seen any icebox conversions for less than $1500.
Hunter 326 - Yanmar Engine Vibration - New mounts and maybe more??
Breezy1 at 9:14am 01.17.23
Thanks to all of you. I think most importantly that I don't feel like I'm all alone when I go to tea
Hunter 326 - Yanmar Engine Vibration - New mounts and maybe more??
Leeward Rail at 9:13am 01.17.23
I'm going to do as you suggest and see if I can find the root cause of the problem and start there.
Hunter 326 - Yanmar Engine Vibration - New mounts and maybe more??
Breezy1 at 9:13am 01.17.23
What is the engine, a 2GM-20F? Do not start replacing parts wholesale. Hi Benny - Yes I'm going
Ice Box Conversion Quandary
Hayden Watson at 9:10am 01.17.23
Leeward has the idea correct. You can locate the compressor anywhere conveineant just like the prec
Hunter 326 - Yanmar Engine Vibration - New mounts and maybe more??
Breezy1 at 8:55am 01.17.23
Ralph - Yes thank you for your advice. I do have to do more investigation and measurements. I'm a
Anyone selling Hunter 38?
Scott B at 8:54am 01.17.23
You may also want to consider the 356. For that money you'll get a newer boat and hopefully less is
Hunter 326 - Yanmar Engine Vibration - New mounts and maybe more??
Breezy1 at 8:48am 01.17.23
start with cutlass bearing first. Worn out bearing will cause misalignment Good thought. It's rea
Iron in saildrive oil
Davidasailor26 at 8:33am 01.17.23
The 3YM series, whether with the SD or traditional transmission, is rated for continuous power of 34
Just had to show these off   (1)
stickinthemud57 at 8:27am 01.17.23
I have attached the instructions provided by BWY. Some caveats: -I had already installed tracks, so
Reefing Sail Trim   (1)
Hayden Watson at 8:12am 01.17.23
Hayden, you have to loosen the main sheet (& vang) to allow the reef line to pull the boom up to th
Missing boom
PRoberaon at 8:07am 01.17.23
Got a boom. Off a mcgregor 26...9'6". Also when time comes and money saved..will get a 5hp outboard
Just had to show these off
Nashville_Blues at 7:59am 01.17.23
I got the mainsail liteskin a couple of years ago and saw an immediate improvement in handling. I'
Anyone selling Hunter 38?
csairlie at 7:53am 01.17.23
Replaced Motor Mounts   (2)
Hayden Watson at 7:45am 01.17.23
Personally, I do not care what design, style or manufacturer the mount is. The function is the same
Iron in saildrive oil
Egovos at 7:44am 01.17.23
My guess is he's thinking without the tach they could have been running the engine harder than they
Hunter 326 - Yanmar Engine Vibration - New mounts and maybe more??
sail sfbay at 7:22am 01.17.23
Also inspect the propeller............a damaged propeller can cause vibration due to vortex sheding.
Hunter 376 1998. Leaking around salon lights
Ed.S at 6:55am 01.17.23
Hi Ed.s I am not sure what you mean about a cover over the halyard roller bar? My bar was cover

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