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Need to install gates in lifelines.. Crimper suggestions ?
jssailem at 8:16am 04.19.22
I wonder in your area where do arborists or landscapers go to get their rigs for tree work. Where do
Need to install gates in lifelines.. Crimper suggestions ?
dlochner at 8:10am 04.19.22
The crimpers designed for electrical work are designed to make good electrical connections. I would
What's going on with Marlow Hunter?
David in Sandusky at 8:10am 04.19.22
Here is an article from last October. A&M Manufacturing and StyleCraft Boats will build their boats
Low oil indicator fading in and out
jssailem at 8:09am 04.19.22
I would check the connections for the alarm and sensor. You could have corrosion on the terminals th
Need to install gates in lifelines.. Crimper suggestions ?
Scott T-Bird at 8:08am 04.19.22
Are you sure you need to shorten the cable and crimp new fittings? I was able to add gates at the b
Need to install gates in lifelines.. Crimper suggestions ?
Leeward Rail at 8:05am 04.19.22
Dyneema would work for the gate, but I still need to shorten the existing cable.or replace the the w
Add midship cleat to Vision 32?   (1)
jssailem at 8:01am 04.19.22
Cannot speak to the Vision and modification technique. I can suggest the mid-cleat I installed. When
Need to install gates in lifelines.. Crimper suggestions ?
Leeward Rail at 7:59am 04.19.22
I would consider taking the life lines to a rigger and have them do it for you. In my case West
Need to install gates in lifelines.. Crimper suggestions ?
jssailem at 7:45am 04.19.22
On my "Life Lines" I decided to use a machine crimp swages. It is said to be the most effective tool
Need to install gates in lifelines.. Crimper suggestions ?
Hello Below at 7:45am 04.19.22
Sorry I can't help you out on the crimper; but, for a one time use and only a half a dozen crimps I
1/4 berth bulkhead (H34)   (2)
DeniseO30 at 7:41am 04.19.22
I tend to agree that the wall is more to isolate the fuel tank, etc. than to provide any support fo
What is this number on the sail?
PlaneTom at 7:27am 04.19.22
The original sails purchased with a new boat will usually have the hull ID number on the mainsail.
1/4 berth bulkhead (H34)
Mike Oldak at 7:23am 04.19.22
I tend to agree that the wall is more to isolate the fuel tank, etc. than to provide any support for
How much does your slip cost per foot and what is included
fred1diver at 7:16am 04.19.22
We have 160$ membership fees per year, new members pay a 1000$ initial fee
How much does your slip cost per foot and what is included
tfox2069 at 7:03am 04.19.22
At those prices for the boat, how much is membership in the coop? How does your coop raise funds f
plastic holding tank odor
Panera at 6:23am 04.19.22
My setup dies not have a 3-way valve. The macerator is connected to the pump out line. Thanks for
How much does your slip cost per foot and what is included
dLj at 6:18am 04.19.22
I pay around 10$/ft/year, 295$ per year for my 30 foot sailboat, winter storage is 225$ and cradle
Southbound on a Catalina 310
leo310 at 6:18am 04.19.22
Take your time and have fun.
How much does your slip cost per foot and what is included
dLj at 6:17am 04.19.22
A coop style yacht club that is a cool idea. +1 dj

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