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One more question... Douglas Washburn at 12:39pm 02.04.08 Big Boats 9/1079 This 2003 H356 that we have purchased is our first boat with onboard refrigeration. Our question is
Looking for Canadians in Florida Robert Louis Stevenson at 6:00pm 02.04.08 Other Sailboats 1/890 Hello fellow Hunter owners. I am a Newfoundlander looking to spend some time in Florida. I would lik
Hunter 42s to 46s 1992 to 2005 What do I need to know Robert Louis Stevenson at 6:21pm 02.04.08 Big Boats 7/1213 Folks I am considering buying a Hunter for my retirement and I have decided I will be looking for a
Buying a boat in winter. Part 2 Brian Scott at 8:06pm 02.02.08 Ask All Sailors 19/1328 Weird stuff happens. After inspecting the boat I made an offer of 25% under the asking price, as som
How many Ranger 37's were built? Michael J16039 at 10:36pm 02.02.08 Ranger Yachts (CA/FL) 0/1790 Curious as to if anyone know how many were built. And where I could find some specs. Looks like a gr
keel stepped mast & water in bilge John at 10:56pm 02.02.08 Ask All Sailors 8/3025 With all the rain we've been having here recently, I am getting a lot of water in my bilge. My boat
SO... I just came back from the Boat Show (Dallas) SceptreSailor at 11:42pm 02.02.08 Catalina 310 5/1542 Not a huge event like other cities, and mainly the dark side (Power Boats), but I have to say after
Varnish - re-visited (1) Jim Seamans at 2:00am 02.03.08 Ask All Sailors 8/1304 Well I just placed the last coat of varnish on the wood this morning. Things are looking good. Fina
Add a sprit for the Asymetrical? (1) Andy1237 at 2:09am 02.03.08 Ask All Sailors 6/1161 Who will be the first of you to get this for the A-kite? Looks like a nice set up. Where is Santa
Play in Rudder Stu T at 2:30am 02.03.08 Ask A Beneteau Owner 2/1548 I have an Oceanis 321. For the past three years I have been hearing a thumping noise coming from un
mizzen mast Captain Raleigh at 3:39am 02.03.08 Irwin 2/1801 Water that collects inside the mast seeps out the bottom, where it sits on top of the mast step. my
What is advantage of loose footed main sail? LANCE ON CLOUD NINE at 4:16am 02.03.08 Ask All Sailors 9/4160 Could anyone please comment on the pros/cons of a loose footed mainsail? I am currently sailing an O
Advice on headsail fabric Don at 5:08am 02.03.08 Ask All Sailors 7/2324 I have a hunter 340. I need a new headsail and have tried to research several fabric types. In fact,
Norseman 44 Center Cockpit DJW at 4:52am 02.03.08 Ask All Sailors 10/9839 I would like your thoughts on a mid 80's Bob Perry designed Norseman 44 CC. We have been kicking ar
plumbing joefusa at 5:37am 02.03.08 Catalina 30 14/2254 i'm in the process of restoring hull 543 and i'm up to the plumbing. thinking about hot water and pr
replacing grippers on the mainsail traveler rottiesrule at 5:39am 02.03.08 Ask A Beneteau Owner 5/1193 Unfortunately the grippers on the traveler are worn and need replacement. Do I need to replace the e
gas consumption Talmadge at 6:26am 02.03.08 Ask A Macgregor Owner 2/1052 What kind of fuel milage does a MacGregor 26 get with the typical 50 horse 4 stroke engine . Dont ow
Garmin GPS Roy at 7:33am 02.03.08 Ask All Sailors 6/1071 I will replace a loran with GPS on my boat. I am considering the Garmin 545 model. Does anyone have
Kayak vs Whale Bob V at 7:56am 02.03.08 Ask All Sailors 9/1266 I've been having a bit of trouble uploading this movie but I'm going to try once more. Open the lin
Masthead sheaves Netrick at 7:52am 02.03.08 Ask A Macgregor Owner 5/1173 I have a question about the masthead of the 80 Mac 25. Is it possible to replace the sheaves, and wh

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h49 propeller diameter? JamesG161 at 11:42pm 04.14.21 we do need your hull number to be sure about the prop size I just ordered one from SBO. The price
h49 propeller diameter? artboas at 11:37pm 04.14.21 Does anyone knows the diameter for the 3 blade propeller for the Hunter 49 with 110hp yanmar? Regar
Covid-19 Vaccination Jerry Clark H356 SV Persi at 10:49pm 04.14.21 As a follow up, My wife and I had Covid in early January which I posted about on January 30.. We ha
Covid-19 Vaccination jon hansen at 9:39pm 04.14.21 all my siblings and their families, all my kids and their spouses, all my friends and their people h
Repowering Islander 36 Ralph Johnstone at 8:58pm 04.14.21 My H-310 has a Yanmar 2GM20F and it sit right on the line of being underpowered. An islander 36 i
Fischer Panda Mini 12 valve corrosion Ralph Johnstone at 8:54pm 04.14.21 Sorry, but you're going to have to supply a lot more detail with measured lengths, elevations, and d
'78 Hunter 27 Tiller/rudder interface ggrizzard at 8:51pm 04.14.21 I think the two pieces of teak are there on purpose. It allows you to replace them without removing
Rudder collar assembly Jerdavis77 at 8:41pm 04.14.21 Any photos of your completed repair or details? I have a similar yet different issue on my 78 h27. t
Time for New Insurance BigEasy at 8:38pm 04.14.21 Last year was a particularly active storm season, especially on the Gulf. I have seen this occur i
Marine Air Conditioner Ralph Johnstone at 8:29pm 04.14.21 We have 9 below the WL Ouch ! That's one whole lot of holes. In a much bigger boat with more tha
Capsized transport in GOM. BigEasy at 8:25pm 04.14.21 Reports state 18 or 19 ng is that it was enroute to an oil platform that was approximately 40 miles
Capsized transport in GOM. ggrizzard at 8:08pm 04.14.21 The "Salvage Show" premiers on May 5, IIRC.
H356 Polars Genesis V at 7:36pm 04.14.21
Covid-19 Vaccination TimFromLI at 7:04pm 04.14.21 I've had both shots. I know plenty of people who want to "wait and see" I say once those who want a
Where to next? Terry Cox at 6:54pm 04.14.21 John, have you forgot our PNW narrative...it always rains, the sun never shines and the wind is alwa
Halyard wrap with Furlex JoeWhite at 6:39pm 04.14.21 The jib must be raised reducing the length of the halyard at the top that causes the wrap. Adding a
Tachometer powers on, but does not show RPM SycloneDriver at 6:33pm 04.14.21 Also make sure your ground is still grounded while the engine is running. It probably is but I woul
Legend 40.5 Removing the Traveler Rich Stidger at 6:32pm 04.14.21 I have done what you are doing and your job is looking very nice.
Tachometer powers on, but does not show RPM SycloneDriver at 6:30pm 04.14.21 I found a video online, you might look on YouTube. I suggest setting pulse to 12 and then go from th
Where to find dLj at 6:22pm 04.14.21 I think your best bet is to by the screws you want to use and take them to a powder coater and have

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