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hi, I have a 78 catalina 25 without a roller furler, I dont know much about them ,but they seem to b
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I put together a "prototype" excell calculator which inputs all the power loads and power sources my
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It's one of my all time favorite lines. The other is "Somebody go back and get a s**tload of dimes"!
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H 45, 1987 I was checking and lubing the steering cables and noticed that the two rudder stops have
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Ross; i know that you do a lot of home improvement/restorations. here's my problem. I live in a cir
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The RNYC will have its first organizational meeting May 10 (location to be announced). We will be pl
Maine Sail at 10:07pm 03.02.08
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Hi All, I wanted to let you all know that Phil has added the ability to include a signature to your
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I have to replace the exhaust hose in my 86 Hunter 31. Has anyone replaced theirs lately? Is there
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Alternator problems
artboas at 5:15pm 08.22.21
We'll need more information.. How big is the battery bank (Ah capacity)? How low do you discharge
Single Handed Docking
sesmith at 4:38pm 08.22.21
The stern bridle technique in the video linked to below works really well for us: 110882884
Trying to understand this modified 40.5 rigging!
Don S/V ILLusion at 4:24pm 08.22.21
As best I recall, the winches all look located in their factory location.
Hunter 33, started some work   (5)
Rabe at 4:20pm 08.22.21
Were those gate valves or ball valves? In either case, its probably best to replace the sanitatio
Single Handed Docking
RitSim at 4:20pm 08.22.21
Docking variations PoGMAEjiHmU
New to cutter rigging, question.
Murgatroid at 4:19pm 08.22.21
Found the video here: MrNrGiVB8oA Hoisting a genoa or yankee would help immensely, especially if
New to cutter rigging, question.
Murgatroid at 4:18pm 08.22.21
The Allmand 23 (HMS 23) https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/allmand-23-hms-23 looks like it is design
How's Your Bottom Doing These Days ?
fstbttms at 4:04pm 08.22.21
I used to run her aground on the east end of middle ground and go over the side with my brush and s
I just bought a C30 yesterday!!
Mooseman at 4:01pm 08.22.21
Congrats, great boat - you're going to want to join the c30 organization, lots of specific info: ht
I just bought a C30 yesterday!!   (1)
Mooseman at 3:57pm 08.22.21
Welcome, Robert. What engine? In an '86, you mgiht have an M25, like mine. Here are some links t
New to cutter rigging, question.
Murgatroid at 3:46pm 08.22.21
I think I would agree with Murgatroid (First name Heaven's to..?). In light wind it may be better
Balmar SG200 battery monitor
MikeHoncho at 3:46pm 08.22.21
That is what it is designed for, multiple banks require a shunt for each bank. A single shunt will m
Balmar SG200 battery monitor
Stu Jackson at 3:45pm 08.22.21
Mark, they generally don't do "measurements" when charging, which is when the ACR connects the two b
I just bought a C30 yesterday!!
Stu Jackson at 3:42pm 08.22.21
Welcome, Robert. What engine? In an '86, you mgiht have an M25, like mine. Here are some links to
Single Handed Docking
Stu Jackson at 3:36pm 08.22.21
Hi, Don. Interesting recurring subject. Like anything, docking requires practice, regardless of wh
anyone ever hire a tow truck to lift a boat?   (8)
rgranger at 3:27pm 08.22.21
Assuming the aft end of the boat is clear of the trailer, lower the trailer tongue. This will raise
New to cutter rigging, question.
PaulK at 3:26pm 08.22.21
Found the video here: MrNrGiVB8oA Hoisting a genoa or yankee would help immensely, especially if y
How's Your Bottom Doing These Days ?
sloughsailer at 3:07pm 08.22.21
My boat lives in Suisun Bay near Port Chicago in a small minimum maintenance marina. The water tempe

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