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SolentHunter at 8:17am 05.20.22
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Hi guys, I've had a new keel housing bracket made up but wondering why there are 4x holes? surely o
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I'm going to look at a 95' Sunbird 19 with a Johnson 140 outboard this weekend (I'm still keeping th
Sandcut at 6:01am 05.20.22
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While driving home from the Sailing Center yesterday I found a rudder laying on the side of the road
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higgs at 5:39pm 05.19.22
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I got an online quote from Progressive for my 1985 34 footer which is half the price of my bill from
ingramsail at 3:00pm 05.19.22
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Where would be the best to install a Solar-powered vent?
brockangelo at 2:41pm 05.19.22
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I would like to get setup with a nicer life jacket than what I currently use, and would love some re
ClassicSail at 1:48pm 05.19.22
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It's on a topping lift, tied by a PO. I was able to reproduce it, but not in a practical way. Doe
thetone at 1:08pm 05.19.22
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Hello, I'm looking to replace the rudder bearing on my 1990 Beneteau 35s5 tall rig fin keel. Does an
MKESail at 11:32am 05.19.22
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Bird nest in boom. Need end cap. Ideas? First 305
MCQMGA at 11:24am 05.19.22
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I have o'day daysailer 1 in need of boom repacement. Any ideas on where I might locate a used or dam
dig090 at 11:05am 05.19.22
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Howdy. Sorry if this a FAQ. I've done some searching on the forums and the internets to no avail.
Ralph Johnstone at 10:03am 05.19.22
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Yesterday, @Plymouth Sailor sailor discussed the perils of having holes in the bottom of our boats.
jimlf at 9:44am 05.19.22
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does anyone know what the original traveller manufacturer for the newport n33 looking to upgrade to
carriew at 5:34am 05.19.22
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My 1979 Catalina 25 took deck damage ( bow sprint created hole) from the winter. I will not be fixi
michel06440 at 5:03am 05.19.22
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we live aboard our 2005 H33 and want to increase the storage in our bathroom. has anyone made any ad
Epic1969 at 8:41pm 05.18.22
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DanMaine at 4:38pm 05.18.22
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Can someone tell me the original topping lift arrangement? I have a Dutchman on the main.
andypack at 11:58am 05.18.22
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I've somehow lost my jib sheet for the 75% sail. Anyone know how long it should be by default? Any s
SailJunkie at 11:16am 05.18.22
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Hi Gang, So, thanks to my marina, my Charles SP5000 series 2 bank 20 amp charger is cooked. As Cha

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Hunter 306 interior table
jdrutten at 3:12pm 06.03.25
Two people for a couple nights? No problem. But it definitely helps to be on the cozy side with your
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Do not use clear vinyl hose...it'll grow mold and algae. Flexible PVC (cheapest sanitation hose) is
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Foswick at 1:57pm 06.03.25
This is my advice on sanitation plumbing for any boat purchase: If there is a problem, and you aren'
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william24424 at 1:32pm 06.03.25
Thanks, it meandered a bit, I wanted her to do it all herself, it was hard not to tell her to use mo
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Arctic Pro at 12:58pm 06.03.25
Not to rain on a parade - is it an optical illusion or does the photo show a sagged-in hull above th
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dLj at 11:45am 06.03.25
Us sailors are obviously going to like your video. You have a good narration voice. Thanks for posti
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Ralph Johnstone at 11:12am 06.03.25
Not gonna grade it, but nice video and narration. :beer: Same here. I've got a garage full of
Sailboats vs Motorboats
kappykaplan at 10:55am 06.03.25
Not gonna grade it, but nice video and narration. :beer:
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Timm R Oday25 at 10:51am 06.03.25
Not only would I give her an A+ , I'd likely give her a scholarship !
O'Day Widgeon repair
dLj at 10:18am 06.03.25
Now I understand the question. That is a complicated centerboard system. I find it difficult to b
How to fix this blister
newsailor72 at 9:42am 06.03.25
No problem with that approach! Forgot to say boat will be in a slip before winter haul out
O'Day Widgeon repair
shemandr at 9:40am 06.03.25
Now I understand the question. That is a complicated centerboard system. I find it difficult to be
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Slowboat314 at 9:33am 06.03.25
I pulled it off without unstepping and dropped it off with a local fabricator. Should be back ajd re
Hunter 306 interior table
jdrutten at 9:28am 06.03.25
It can definitely be removed. It just depends on if you want to keep it in one piece. ;) The table
Backing plate material
SteveHughessails at 9:24am 06.03.25
I am a fan of UHMW myself. I don't think I will have to worry about the backing plate, ever.
H280 Salon Sleeping Bed/Table   (3)
h2o_snow at 9:24am 06.03.25
Down for sleeping (w/o standard & custom sleep cushions). 231919 Only issue is that I did not fa
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Keith Hoovler at 9:20am 06.03.25
That makes sense. Thanks
How to fix this blister
BigEasy at 9:17am 06.03.25
Leaning towards patch it up with white marine texfor now, making the repair one inch wider all aro

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