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Hi everyone, I would change both my navigation and cabin incandescent light bulbs for LED light bu
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I've been following you on this net for a long time and really appreciate your posts and pics. They
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Having second thoughts about mounting my new electrical panel forward of the shunt(pictured). I was
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I'm looking at purchasing a 1997 43, that I noticed has the gel coat separating at the stern! It is
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I would like to mount some solar on my 75' C22 without a stern pulpit. Any inexpensive suggestions?
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Is anyone out there moored at the John Wayne Marina near Port Angeles, WA? I need to ask a favor. T
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Any PNW sailors try installing an external 110v engine block heater, that connects to a fresh water
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The windows on my Yamaha 25 need to be replaced. I would like suggestions and recommendations about
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I have a 1981 O'Day 34, and the traveler only allows you to make adjustments when there is no load o
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Here I am a year after my research seems to show the Catalina 30 to be the perfect boat for Me. Whil
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My radiator cap is shot on my Yanmar. Does anyone know what the PSI rating should be and will an off
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Hi all, I recently purchased a 1969 Morgan 30. The previous owner did not use the C-board and
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Hi all, I recently purchased a 1969 Morgan 30. The previous owner did not use the C-board and
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What should be a total length of a new replacement of an exhaust hose for Hunter 36 1981? How high s
Roger Long at 6:09am 11.09.11
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Strider at her berth in Solomons with the R/V Rachel Carson. My hosts graciously arranged for a thi
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This is my next big project and it scares me a little. I think I'm going to have to tackle this beca
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While waiting for my friend in Saint Michaels, I looked over at a boatyard and was surprised to see
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We just bought our S2 and have found that the owner's manual has been very badly water damaged. Can
Sail123 at 9:01pm 11.08.11
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Retire That Silly Gate Hasp I call this the "The Authentication!" What was Roger thinking anyway
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I installed a seawater pump for a new AC unit to an existing 3/4 inch thru hull valve that goes to

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How much does a new classic mast cost for a 2015 Beneteau First 25S?; How much for a Carbon fiber mast?
JohnShannon at 10:09pm 10.31.22
If a carbon mast is important to you, buy one, but do make sure it comes with a sailboat already att
Safety procedure after melted impeller on 2GM?
Dalliance at 9:11pm 10.31.22
2GM20F is common in 80s-90s sailboats, unlike previous post. Simple solution...hang the ignition k
Macerator pump won't run.
Rich Stidger at 9:07pm 10.31.22
On the back side of the shaft there is a slot for a screw driver. Using a screw driver see if you c
Fender covers- Yes or No?
Dalliance at 8:49pm 10.31.22
I have fleece covers on my three horizontal dock mounted fenders and have never noticed any abrasion
O'Day 39 mast step
Project_Mayhem at 8:45pm 10.31.22
Perhaps contact D and R marine to see if they have any parts or info?
Macerator pump won't run.
JoeWhite at 8:44pm 10.31.22
On the back side of the shaft there is a slot for a screw driver. Using a screw driver see if you ca
Rope to Wire - O-Day 25
Project_Mayhem at 8:41pm 10.31.22
My 1978 O'Day 25 has all rope halyards. Estimate 1-2 hours to remove the masthead and replace the sh
First time sailboat owner
jssailem at 7:49pm 10.31.22
When you accomplish the task, be sure to let us know how it goes. Good luck.
Refilling CNG Tank
smokey73 at 7:42pm 10.31.22
Baking Blueberry Muffins in the oven and hot coffee on the stove top in the morning at anchor is hea
Fender covers- Yes or No?
Justin_NSA at 7:16pm 10.31.22
We (had) fender covers because they are quiet. When we stay aboard in the slip we keep the boat clos
Fender covers- Yes or No?
Terry Cox at 7:12pm 10.31.22
Do not have fender covers, do not need fender covers. Our white fenders leave no marks on the hull a
Hunter 460 head sail running rigging
sail sfbay at 7:05pm 10.31.22
What sail material did you install? Replaced my Dacron sails with off-shore cruising laminate sai
Winterizing question
Justin_NSA at 7:03pm 10.31.22
To bypass the water heater, I used to just remove the hot and colder hoses (mine were gray plastic)
Fender covers- Yes or No?
capta at 6:53pm 10.31.22
I always thought fender covers were to keep the fenders clean. When they get that black gunk on them
Saltwater hose to engine
Richard19068 at 6:35pm 10.31.22
Can you insert 2 90degree bronze adapters where the bend is at? You may have to tie them down as th
Saltwater hose to engine
Davidasailor26 at 6:07pm 10.31.22
I need a corrugated rubber hose that can tolerate extreme bends in 3/4". This hose is often markete
Macerator pump won't run.
Terry Cox at 5:54pm 10.31.22
So I ran my Jabsco macerator pump dry for more than the recommended 15 seconds and it shut down. H
Saltwater hose to engine
Terry Cox at 5:39pm 10.31.22
I need a corrugated rubber hose that can tolerate extreme bends in 3/4". Go to Defender.com and se
Refilling CNG Tank
Terry Cox at 5:28pm 10.31.22
baking under sail is a real treat. soups and chowders are another of my favorites when under way.

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