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Our 1982 Hunter 37C suffered damage in the recent sweep of Irene over Lake Champlain. Our starbo
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I just purchased a Pearson 23C #27 out of 42. Over the life of the boat the reefing system has been
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I own a 1987 Catalina 30 TR and need to replace my Deck Light and Anchor light bulbs. Ordered and re
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What replacement can I use for 1987 Hunter 31 - Bow pulpit, bi-color navigation light. Two sheet-met
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I use both the boat engine and an onboard generator to charge batteries. The engine is equipped wit
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On my 356 as a winter project I plan on rebedding by stanchions - it looks like they were redone on
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This weekend we tacked in heavy winds and the jib tore off the steaming light. This is the second o
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Hi Peggie, I have read and re read your book, yet now feel it is time to get the expert opinion. I h
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Cable port replacement
Hello Below at 11:39am 10.30.22
Looks similar but check the given dimensions against your current one. SVB - Stainless Steel Deck C
New holding tank
PK123 at 11:39am 10.30.22
Thanks Dave - its a pretty small capacity holding tank (but not a big boat) ...the thought process
Cable port replacement
jssailem at 11:31am 10.30.22
There are a numbers of different cable glands that can address your need. Here is a link to ScanStr
How much does a new classic mast cost for a 2015 Beneteau First 25S?; How much for a Carbon fiber mast?
capta at 11:15am 10.30.22
It might cost a number of times the value of your boat to go carbon fiber. Wait until you have a two
New holding tank
dlochner at 11:09am 10.30.22
may have misunderstood your point about a 'valve to prevent the gravity drain'? You have a Y valv
Stuck new genoa on Harken furler
jssailem at 10:58am 10.30.22
I experienced a similar event with a new sail in the furler. The sail had a ripple in the cloth. Nee
New holding tank
PK123 at 10:51am 10.30.22
Some quick thoughts. This will be a gravity drain tank. Keep it simple. There is no need for a dir
New holding tank
dlochner at 10:26am 10.30.22
Some quick thoughts. This will be a gravity drain tank. Keep it simple. There is no need for a dire
First time sailboat owner
Ralph Johnstone at 10:15am 10.30.22
Welcome to the site @hatchclan . Be sure to read the link before embarking on this project. to fin
Furling genoa cover seems too small?
sail sfbay at 9:26am 10.30.22
Consider sewing on a permanent sun cover.........then once furled your done.
How much does a new classic mast cost for a 2015 Beneteau First 25S?; How much for a Carbon fiber mast?
sail sfbay at 9:19am 10.30.22
Best answer is provided by a mast supplier. Standard mast: RigRite Rig-Rite Inc. - Masts, Booms, Sp
First time sailboat owner
Kings Gambit at 9:02am 10.30.22
We wonder how the PO (Previous Owner-or the devil incarnate) gets those instrument to work just for
Anchor Chain   (1)
Kings Gambit at 8:23am 10.30.22
First time sailboat owner
jssailem at 8:16am 10.30.22
Plastic Teak Toe Rails - Looking for opinions and feedback
jaysweet at 7:43am 10.30.22
Looks great. Thanks for the inspiration. Have you done anything with your eyebrows? Oh, man! You
First time sailboat owner
jssailem at 7:25am 10.30.22
tightening the box a flat or two. Sailor speak for rotating the gland nut an eighth to quarter tur
O'day 28 Head/Hanging Locker Pan - What is under here?   (1)
Clutch Cargo at 7:06am 10.30.22
Thanks for the replies. I just got back to it was I had been traveling for work. Well, now we know
First time sailboat owner
Terry Cox at 7:04am 10.30.22
Also, I am going to have to replace the packing gland; does anyone have a link to a how-to video fo

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