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Pressure Water pump? MrBill_FLL at 6:38am 11.11.07 Ask A Macgregor Owner 1/1139 I'm thinking of adding a new water tank.what do you suggest for a pump?
Venture 17 Keel Replacement David T. at 5:46am 11.11.07 Ask A Macgregor Owner 2/2262 I just inherited a 1972 Venture 17' in pretty good shape (mostly cosmetic issues) EXCEPT it just sur
Ericson Cruising 31 Rudder Emblem Chuck at 7:57am 11.11.07 Ericson 1/2915 We have an accepted offer on an Ericson 31C and would like to put the (original) emblem back on the
looking for references for a mechanic in Tampa Bay Jack at 7:50am 11.11.07 Ask All Sailors 2/974 I am looking for references for a good, fair diesel mechanic in the Tampa Bay area. I have done the
In-Mast furling VS Performances ??? Guy St-Pierre at 9:40am 11.11.07 Big Boats 6/2016 Hello,I would like to know HOW in-mast furling system decrease performances, more than 10% ??( com
Prime or not to prime SHADS at 9:45am 11.11.07 Ask A Macgregor Owner 1/1199 I'm planning my spring reno on our boat. I would like to paint the anti-slip paint on the deck and
Doyle Sails - St. Pete, FL - Customer Service Sherry at 8:46am 11.11.07 Ask All Sailors 1/1221 I know we tend to be vocal when we get bad service from a supplier, but I also believe in being voca
Changing the fuel filter russ downen at 9:09am 11.11.07 Ask A Hunter Owner 4/988 Can anyone out there tell me how to go about changing the fuel filter on the yanmar 1gm10?
portie-pottie with pump-out Beargerr at 9:02am 11.11.07 Marine Plumbing and Sanitation 8/2472 I followed the advice and purchased a Thetford porta pottie which can hold 5 gal. It seemed that for
winterize cruise air reverse cycle Chuck15670 at 8:53am 11.11.07 Ask All Sailors 3/1527 Anyone out there have a good way to winterize a cruise air system. I have two units in my boat,but I
We can't forget to say thank you to our Vets! r.w.landau at 8:48am 11.11.07 Ask All Sailors 50/3136 Sincerely!r.w.landau
self-tending jib for Mac 26M pupluv at 10:42am 11.11.07 Ask A Macgregor Owner 0/923 What happened to the self-tending jib that MacGregor said was in development for the 26M?Will it b
outboard weight for 26X ? pupluv at 10:30am 11.11.07 Ask A Macgregor Owner 50/8916 I'm thinking of buying a used 26X. However the boat has a 70hp Suzuki outboard that weighs 356 lbs.
pointing Bob at 10:08am 11.11.07 The Cherubini Hunters 2/949 I sail a Hunter 33 82, a Cheubinni Hunter. I have a 150 Roller Furrling headsail. I've raced this bo
centerboard issues painters at 3:27pm 11.11.07 Pearson 2/1898 Have heard people talking about centerboards as a issue. Clunking from side to side as one. Problems
seidelmann 37 electrical schematics mike 4134 at 8:52pm 11.09.07 Seidelmann 1/1880 Hello All,We just bought a 1980 37' Seidelmann!! Just curious if anyone knows or has information
Beneteau boat or engine training classes Ted1394 at 11:22pm 11.09.07 Ask A Beneteau Owner 2/1223 As a former Catalina owner, I'm familiar with classes offered around the U.S. by Moyer Marine specif
welland canal Russell20668 at 11:24pm 11.09.07 Ask All Sailors 2/2916 I'm looking to buy a boat locally (Montreal area) but I'm also looking further afield. If I bought a
Install new Sea Era in 356-36 seadaddler at 12:22am 11.10.07 Ask A Hunter Owner 6/1113 My wilcox critten marine toilet can be a real pain to use,I do OK but I have almost always check it
Tampa Bay chelsabella at 11:54pm 11.09.07 Ask All Sailors 5/1450 How friendly are the depths of Tampa Bay amd surrounding waters for a Catalina 30 Fin keel that draw

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Repairing an HS35 handset Tally Ho at 4:52pm 10.12.21 Thanks for sharing that info. i have the B&G equivalent. So far, no charging issues, but at times
FP hose clamp failure Benny17441 at 4:51pm 10.12.21 Very likely, but take it as a reminder that periodically all clamps, hoses, valves and thru hulls sh
H280 Rudder Depth? Tally Ho at 4:29pm 10.12.21 How much depth do you have where the rudder will be? The deep draft keel has a rudder slightly shor
Hunter 34 deck non skid needs painting sail sfbay at 4:02pm 10.12.21 The gelcoat on the deck non skid is badly worn, and I plan to paint it in spring............ Is it
Hunter 33 - separation of floor pan from hull woofetc at 3:50pm 10.12.21 Sorry, I forgot about the pictures 3 weeks ago. Here they are. There is 5 of the main bilge and one
Hunter 34 deck non skid needs painting PJL at 3:42pm 10.12.21 I have a neighbor boat that has Kiwi-Grip and the owner applied it himself. Depending on the speed
CNG tank exchange or CNG self serve stations Stu Jackson at 3:41pm 10.12.21 Here are some pictures that show the throttle valve that is an addition to the CNG adapter that @St
Fixed Dock Piling Pulley System smokey73 at 3:12pm 10.12.21 I don't think I'd trust a weight system to keep the stern in line. I can't see what other lines you
Question on a 'new' Hunter 40.5 smokey73 at 3:07pm 10.12.21 Looks like a mid 2000's Hunter 44 Deck Salon
Auto pilot installation mounting suggestions kloudie1 at 3:04pm 10.12.21 My opinion is that epoxy is the choice for that one. It generally has a better bond, especially to a
Question on a 'new' Hunter 40.5 SandyFrank at 2:50pm 10.12.21 I do not recognize the model, but I believe it is a hunter and would say that is an extremely strong
CNG tank exchange or CNG self serve stations (3) smokey73 at 2:15pm 10.12.21 Here are some pictures that show the throttle valve that is an addition to the CNG adapter that @Stu
Fixed Dock Piling Pulley System Parsons at 1:52pm 10.12.21 That is BRILLIANT! I love innovative docking solutions for your home berth. I do not think it woul
Fixed Dock Piling Pulley System DRhoads at 1:48pm 10.12.21 may be a system to retract your dock lines when you are out of the slip. dock line is attached to th
Universal M-25XP or M-25 speed control screw or highspeed fuel mixture Stu Jackson at 1:46pm 10.12.21 You should also get to know these guys: Catalina 30 Groups Link Subscribe at the web forum: Cata
Universal M-25XP or M-25 speed control screw or highspeed fuel mixture Stu Jackson at 1:44pm 10.12.21 If anyone has any suggestions for the initial setting of the screw when reinstalled, I recommend c
H280 Rudder Depth? (1) sail sfbay at 1:39pm 10.12.21 Easy..........copy the diagram from this site and scale it relative to the 5 foot long fin keel Sail
Asymmetrical Rigging ideas (1) sail sfbay at 1:33pm 10.12.21 Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your new sailboat!! Attach the tack to the end of the b
Universal M-25XP or M-25 speed control screw or highspeed fuel mixture Stu Jackson at 1:33pm 10.12.21 Sorry, I don't have the answer and I've had our boat and M25 engine for 24 years. But you got anoth
autopilot install on an H280 rhiggins at 1:26pm 10.12.21 Thanks Matt - this is very encouraging! Between your and BoSSailor's feedback, I'm feeling like thi

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