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Vanguard Volant 18
shemandr at 5:04pm 05.20.25
Is this boat bottom okay?
newsailor72 at 4:55pm 05.20.25
What do you guys recommend for rust inhibitor, antifouling paint and do I need primer? Rust inhibit
Vanguard Volant 18
PaulK at 4:52pm 05.20.25
If you came across this in your Google search: https://forums.sailinganarchy.com/threads/1981-vangua
Adding a boom vang
SteveHughessails at 3:56pm 05.20.25
Thanks Paul I had the same thought. Appreciate it. :)
Is this boat bottom okay?
Foswick at 3:18pm 05.20.25
However, a point can be made that this boat has currently been sailing in salt water with no issues
Passage advice - Arlington VA on Potomac to Annapolis MD
Art12050 at 3:03pm 05.20.25
Have you considered having it hauled overland?
Beneteau 311 Cabin Lights
JRacer at 3:01pm 05.20.25
If you haven't yet, I suggest you read the FAQ's on the Marinebeam site. Why Marinebeam? Etc. I repl
Sail is close to furler Max Luff
colemj at 2:55pm 05.20.25
The closer the sail is to the furler's maximum hoist, the closer the top swivel is to the halyard ex
Is this boat bottom okay?
colemj at 2:42pm 05.20.25
Where did they say that? Oops, he doesn't say that in his post. I think I got him confused with
Beneteau 311 Cabin Lights
CapitalistSailor at 2:26pm 05.20.25
kloudie, The 2-way LED bulb on the Super Bright LED website shows a big capacitor on the back, so t
Bow Eye
Project_Mayhem at 2:07pm 05.20.25
Their assumption is that water wouldnt get in. I suppose it's true if all fittings were rebedded eve
Sail is close to furler Max Luff
Foswick at 2:01pm 05.20.25
I think I understand what you are asking: You have a furler that specifies its maximum luff length
Passage advice - Arlington VA on Potomac to Annapolis MD
flyingwaspsailing at 1:57pm 05.20.25
You will find your experience cycling distances to be invaluable. I have a similar background from
Thermostat Part Number
Richard19068 at 1:50pm 05.20.25
I have a 2001 Catalina 310 with a Universal M25XPBX. I would like to know the Kubota model number
Passage advice - Arlington VA on Potomac to Annapolis MD
flyingwaspsailing at 1:49pm 05.20.25
Numquam Amissa - Semper Vagus - Never Lost - Always Wandering That's the spirit!
Passage advice - Arlington VA on Potomac to Annapolis MD
Foswick at 1:34pm 05.20.25
You will find your experience cycling distances to be invaluable. I have a similar background from m
Is this boat bottom okay?
Foswick at 1:07pm 05.20.25
Just covering them with gelcoat isn't going to address any of the concerns raised here. Well, whil
18.5 Topping Lift Rigging
abouttime at 12:54pm 05.20.25
Lazy jacks were installed on my Hunter 18.5 by a previous owner. They work as a topping lift also.
Adding a boom vang
PaulK at 12:09pm 05.20.25
I can see the plate, that's a good idea. Wouldn't know which one to order :) I found this picture.
Passage advice - Arlington VA on Potomac to Annapolis MD
flyingwaspsailing at 9:43am 05.20.25
I think what you say here about the mix of merry and misery is what has drawn me to sailing. It seem

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