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I am trying to find a Tohatsu 6 HP Sail Pro and there are none to be found. Then a guy tells me the
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I'm trying to buy a Tohatsu 6 HP Sail Pro and there are none to be found. Then a guy tells me that M
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Hello all: The boatyard marina where we have been tenants for the last four years has quoted me a pr
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I want to put solar on my H34 to extend my time at anchor. I don't like the dodger since its often
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I was out the other day - let out the Genoa but the didn't come out all the way looked liked a coupl
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My 1987 MK 1 36 with Universal Model S 25. I have been turning key off then pulling handle (decompre
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Hi All, I'm reaching out for some guidance/experience with procuring and using a lift system for my
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a j111 (36') showed the big dogs how it's done stock video iPgfRANKFjI
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is It possible to have a furling Gennaker on 461; or must I use one with a sock? Any help appreciate
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Hi All! Hoping you all can help out with this issue. The plate around the mast attaching to the deck
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I need access behind the starboard side hard plastic panel. not able to find any info on removing th
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I placed an order for new UK sails last fall and received them June 1. The jib looks great and has
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@G Man recently started a conversation on being asked to prove you carry sufficient insurance to gai
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Hello all, I need to replace my topping lift on my B331. Does anyone know the height of the mast so
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Suggestion for a cheap replacement,less then AUD120,316 pipe fittings 1-1/2 BSP plus exhaust RED sea
RobAL at 1:33am 07.24.22
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My mainsail sheet line has been set up as in the attached photo from when I purchased the boat. I no

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Outhaul and traveler basic help please
stevenhagberg at 4:01pm 08.11.25
That kind of turnbuckle is the only kind of rigging failure I have experienced. The togggle broke a
Its funny Friday!   (1)
Kermit at 3:48pm 08.11.25
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A new look at tides...
Michael Davis at 3:30pm 08.11.25
Makes sense when you think about it.
1984 Hunter 27 - Mast Sliders (OEM)
Crazy Dave Condon at 3:26pm 08.11.25
Call Mike at forum store as he mighty know. He is a former Hunter employee
Lifting a Hunter 23.5 on straps
Crazy Dave Condon at 3:23pm 08.11.25
Suggest 6 inch wide straps and tie them each side together to keep them from sliding apart. Suggest
Complete Novice Orientation
thinwater at 3:14pm 08.11.25
I'm going to differ with you on the singlehander mentality. This is what EVERY charter skipper faces
Mast crack hunter 23
Crazy Dave Condon at 3:14pm 08.11.25
Former Hunter dealer. You will need to cut off the bottom so it even all around. I believe you hav
Mast base
Crazy Dave Condon at 2:54pm 08.11.25
Owner contacted me. Boom was a Charleston Spar. Mast would then be thee same. Told him to call for
Hunter 29.5 2GM engine vibration   (1)
Brian M H23 at 2:10pm 08.11.25
RD marine 4" flex coupler off ebay. Easiest off the shelf solution, i probably could have shorten
Mast base
JoeWhite at 1:37pm 08.11.25
To edit an image file download for free https://www.getpaint.net Download from here for windows.
Mast base
rgranger at 1:11pm 08.11.25
Most likely a Z-Spar and they sell the base right here on the SBO site (ask me how I know... :(:r
HOOD FURLER CONTINUOUS LOOP MODEL 915
BrianQ at 1:10pm 08.11.25
Here is a video on how to make a continuous loop splice in double braid. vGtJh4lEE90
Mast crack hunter 23   (1)
rgranger at 12:54pm 08.11.25
New LFP House Battery
SycloneDriver at 12:48pm 08.11.25
Update My WattsCycle battery in my boat has been doing great. The shore power hadn't. But my fridg
HOOD FURLER CONTINUOUS LOOP MODEL 915
dLj at 12:20pm 08.11.25
Sa-kmsIYLxU There are a lot of other options, but I kind of like the simplicity this one has. I use
Fiberglass rudder from Catalina Direct
LakeShark at 12:12pm 08.11.25
@Matt Parfitt I too have a wing keel and a fixed blade rudder. I would not mess with a kick-up unle
Complete Novice Orientation
Stu Jackson at 11:58am 08.11.25
If you go out alone, you are only putting yourself at risk. So, if you have a heart attack out on t
Recommissioning head and holding tank
Richard19068 at 11:55am 08.11.25
I am confused about Muriatic Acid strengths and dilutions. if I get a bottle of muriatic acid that
Complete Novice Orientation
Richard19068 at 11:17am 08.11.25
Isn't this sentence a contradiction? If you go out alone, you come back, don't you? Why should ta
Complete Novice Orientation
Foswick at 11:17am 08.11.25
Isn't this sentence a contradiction? If you go out alone, you come back, don't you? Why should ta

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