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mainsheet conversion Trev at 12:17am 02.04.08 Ask A Macgregor Owner 9/1430 The PO converted the mainsheet to the middle of the boom, I would like to convert it back, as I find
Engine Oil Analysis NancyD at 12:14am 02.04.08 Ask All Sailors 6/1263 Has anyone used this oil analysis kit or something similar, and were the results useful? (Disclaime
Propane Tank Cole at 12:34am 02.04.08 Catalina 30 3/1425 I am trying to replace my old propane tank that sits in the lazarette locker. A standard tank is to
SingleSide Band Antennas Captain Rick12250 at 1:02am 02.04.08 Ask All Sailors 8/1095 I have a 2000, Hunter 460. I want to install a single side band radio. Since I have no back stay on
Inner forstay for 42 Silverdart at 1:24am 02.04.08 Big Boats 4/2224 I have a new 42 and it is being commissioned as we speak. I'm thinking of having an inner forstay fl
Help needed with CDI FF2 install Joe A at 1:53am 02.04.08 Ask A Macgregor Owner 0/934 I have installed the FF2 with no trouble, and I'm in the process of routing the furling line. Since
auto-pilot / tiller-pilot Scott R21226 at 2:30am 02.04.08 Day Sailers 2/1252 Are there any O'day 25s with tiller-pilots out there? What kind are they and how hard are they to i
Extended Weekend Brian M H23 at 2:44am 02.04.08 Trailer Sailors 7/2248 I know those of us with "trailer" sailors tend not to go on long trips, but what's the best thing yo
linked boom end and tiller (1) walt at 4:29am 02.04.08 Ask A Macgregor Owner 6/1193 Not long ago there was a thread on hove to and Ottowa Bob mentioned an idea of connecting the boom e
Movung Up - Hunter Value Greig18131 at 5:09am 02.04.08 Ask A Hunter Owner 8/1242 I've owned an H-31 1985, my first sailing vessel, for four seasons now here on the Chesapeake Bay. I
Folding Propeller kawabonga at 7:31am 02.04.08 Ask A Beneteau Owner 2/1243 Does anyone have information/experience relating to folding propellers for a new model B49 (2007) wi
What size outboard shaft for H23 ? logic2 at 7:42am 02.04.08 Ask A Hunter Owner 3/1067 Hello,I'm looking to buy an outboard motor (t least 6HP or larger 4 stroke) for my H23 and would li
Power Consumption Question. Bad Obsession at 7:51am 02.04.08 Ask All Sailors 56/2916 I am thinking about making an overnight sail from Colonial Beach to Hampton. I have gotten use to s
Dodger Recommendations Jack19679 at 7:56am 02.04.08 Big Boats 8/1393 We have a 44DS and are looking to add a dodger. Wondering if anyone has any recommendations both on
Question re: Hove to Napa Ed at 8:19am 02.04.08 Ask All Sailors 9/1093 In todays Latitude38 online is a mention about Gitana 13 waiting to go around the horn. The article
Bimini Rob19574 at 9:11am 02.04.08 Ask All Sailors 6/1454 Hi all -I am planning to install a Bimini on my 30 foot aft cockpit Catalina 30. I bought the bim
Pirates of the silicon rubber adhesive sealant jleblanc31 at 9:23am 02.04.08 Ask All Sailors 6/1341 Is there a difference in the marine silicon and silicon I get from the home depot or auto zone? I kn
Mac 25 mast raising Mickey Rabuka at 10:07am 02.04.08 Ask A Macgregor Owner 2/986 How easy (or possible) to adapt the mast raising system for later models to an 80's vintage 25?
Mac Electrical Panel Fuse Replacement Mike at 11:47am 02.04.08 Ask A Macgregor Owner 2/844 I have a couple of switches that don't work on my electrical panel. I'm not sure if it is the fuse
One more question... Douglas Washburn at 12:39pm 02.04.08 Big Boats 9/1132 This 2003 H356 that we have purchased is our first boat with onboard refrigeration. Our question is

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Electric Head not working Davidasailor26 at 9:06am 08.16.21 I have a hunter 41DS sailboat with a Jabsco electric forward head that is not working at all. No wa
Replacement windlass for the Leroy Somer MTB 82 MIBELLA at 9:04am 08.16.21
34/35 Prop Shaft Strut? eherlihy at 8:55am 08.16.21 Called Rudy again this morning. He says that "it should be ready this week."
Refurbishing an Kenyon alcohol stove Leeward Rail at 8:10am 08.16.21 I still use my forty year old Kenyon. I have never had an explosion or fire like others report Peo
326 Head Door Retaining Clip jdrutten at 8:05am 08.16.21 My 306 has this part if I recall correctly: Hunter 306 door catch holder I imagine it might be simi
Whisker pole sail sfbay at 7:54am 08.16.21 Might want to see this Forespar instructional video on setting a whisker pole on the jib sheet, exce
Yanmar 3jh3e alternator upgrade Maine Sail at 7:43am 08.16.21 Recently, we went on a trip. After 4 days, our batteries were depleted to 58%. Returning to home
A few 260 upgrades rs1sensen at 7:42am 08.16.21 Did you install those spinlock cleats for your jib sheets (white w/red tracer line) ahead of the wi
Yanmar 3jh3e alternator upgrade Maine Sail at 7:42am 08.16.21 I have a 150 Balmar with a 614. We have had some 100 deg weather and I'm finding I need to supply
Refurbishing an Kenyon alcohol stove shemandr at 7:40am 08.16.21 I have fond memories of my mother lighting the alcohol stove on my Dad's cabin cruiser. Flames woul
A few 260 upgrades Joe at 7:13am 08.16.21 Did you install those spinlock cleats for your jib sheets (white w/red tracer line) ahead of the win
Refurbishing an Kenyon alcohol stove RoyS at 7:07am 08.16.21 I still use my forty year old Kenyon. I have never had an explosion or fire like others report. The
326 Head Door Retaining Clip kappykaplan at 7:01am 08.16.21 Could you post a photo?
Bene 361 Looking for parts in all the wrong places DougM at 6:55am 08.16.21
Whisker pole Joe at 6:50am 08.16.21 Although I don't have one on my whisker pole, I believe the spike end goes through the clew's cringl
Has anyone been able to get Raymarine Axiom to control older raymarine ST7000 auto pilot?? Terry Cox at 6:22am 08.16.21 Hi Eian, how are you doing in Sydney these days? Unfamiliar with Axiom, but like our old Garmin 178
Bene 361 Looking for parts in all the wrong places outwardboundguy at 5:54am 08.16.21
Bene 361 Looking for parts in all the wrong places Scott T-Bird at 5:50am 08.16.21 For hatches, find out the brand. Many use Lewmar hatches ... here's a link that explains a little.
Fuel Cap Winch DougM at 5:48am 08.16.21 The deck fill caps on the Beneteau I have, one for diesel and the other for water. the sockets in th
Hunter 23.5 swing keel sheave replacement (1) rgranger at 5:44am 08.16.21 I took my base off once to reseal it. It looked to me like it was sealed with 4200. The most criti

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