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The Bay needs more than this, but it's a start: http://static.mgnetwork.com/rtd/pdfs/20090911_bay
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I have a cherubini 27 1978. I would like to remove the cutlass. Has anyone out there had luck with
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I've noticed oil in the water at times during startup. Recently on my last trip, I've noticed the e
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I'm #4058, 1985 30TR-BS. I'm at work and need to know if I have it correct. Are the six interior inc
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I'm #4058, 1985 30TR-BS. I'm at work and need to know if I have it correct. Are the six interior inc
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I want to run the main halyard to the cockpit on my 26s. Can anyone tell me the length (approximate)
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nagymama at 11:49pm 09.09.09
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e modified the original rudder on our 1979 C27 and it now sails great, but the rudder is really hard
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G'day, We own a 1979 Sparkman ' Stephens 40 ft ketch (GRP hull). We found osmosis in the hull ' dec
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I have Lewmar 40ST two-speed winches on my 1984 C-30. Anyone know how to get the last two gears out
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I am looking to purchase a new trailer for my sirius 21/22. What is a good company? What design? Any
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hi, i recently purchased a 1974 25' venture macgregor that came with two rudders, a 73" mahogany rud

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Replacement LED lights
dlochner at 5:12pm 04.22.22
We kept all the fixtures and just replaced the bulbs from Marinebeam.com. They work well and do not
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smokey73 at 4:58pm 04.22.22
It can be a challenge to install a linear drive on many sailboats. God bless those builders who pr
Replacement LED lights   (1)
jeepbluetj at 4:29pm 04.22.22
I used inexpensive rectangular RV LED fixtures on my C-30. They lasted the 9 years I had the boat wi
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stevenhagberg at 4:22pm 04.22.22
Tally Ho. There is quite a variety of sizes. None of the ones for sale were the right ones for
Raymarine Wheel drive autopilot on Hunter boat- to upgrade?
jviss at 4:20pm 04.22.22
It can be a challenge to install a linear drive on many sailboats. God bless those builders who pro
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stevenhagberg at 4:06pm 04.22.22
Alan Gomes I had a 1977 MK 1 with a similar set up as yours, but with a reefing hook which I install
Have You Ever Wondered What Your Rudder Looked Like On Your 40.5   (3)
smokey73 at 3:38pm 04.22.22
WOW, I am really surprised your rudder shaft is fiberglass. I have a 1994 Hunter 40.5 and my shaft
Diesel tank cleaning advise needed
dlochner at 3:25pm 04.22.22
Does not have Vetus. But, that was a great idea! Try Defender, they carry Vetus products and can
Raymarine Wheel drive autopilot on Hunter boat- to upgrade?
smokey73 at 3:21pm 04.22.22
That is completely incorrect, opposite of what's recommended by Edson and most marine professionals
Diesel tank cleaning advise needed
JRacer at 3:17pm 04.22.22
Try special order from SBO Shop, ask @Dave Groshong Does not have Vetus. But, that was a great ide
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jmallett at 2:56pm 04.22.22
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AaronD at 2:55pm 04.22.22
Welcome to the forum. 6hp Tohatsu Sail Pro Extra long shaft. Lots of discussions here on it and a
Raymarine Wheel drive autopilot on Hunter boat- to upgrade?
jviss at 2:52pm 04.22.22
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Raymarine Wheel drive autopilot on Hunter boat- to upgrade?
jviss at 2:16pm 04.22.22
Your Hunter does not have a quadrant? My linear drive is attached to the quadrant. Generally not
Needing a new motor for my Catalina 22
John Marrone at 1:25pm 04.22.22
I would consider Tohatsu 8HP The 9HP may prove to be too heavy for the OEM Spring Loaded Lift you cu
Anchor locker leaks
Davidasailor26 at 1:25pm 04.22.22
In case it provides any inspiration - We had a leak in our Beneteau anchor locker when the boat was
Needing a new motor for my Catalina 22
Leeward Rail at 1:22pm 04.22.22
Welcome to the forum. 9.9 is overkill 6hp Tohatsu Sail Pro Extra long shaft. Designed for sailboat
Anchor locker leaks
smokey73 at 12:51pm 04.22.22
There are two threads about anchor leaks. Here is my fix but my location may be entirely different
Elusive Leak in the Anchor Lockers of 1995 and Later Hunters
smokey73 at 12:48pm 04.22.22
Here is the link. My fix starts at post #13 https://forums.sailboatowners.com/threads/hunter-40-5-
Elusive Leak in the Anchor Lockers of 1995 and Later Hunters
smokey73 at 12:45pm 04.22.22
I tracked my water leak from the anchor locker to the drain near the bottom of the locker. On my bo

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