Serving sailors online since 1997
 
 

Recent Topics

Hugh4753 at 8:38pm 11.13.07
14/2059
Was watching a show on History Channel yesterday about a schooner that sunk in Lake Ontario about 13
HAL at 7:56pm 11.13.07
20/2691
Is the Hunter B+R rig safe to use with jib alone, without the topping lift and mainsheet for stabili
SailTIP at 10:03pm 11.13.07
6/1776
Does anyone know the core thickness of the side decks and cockpit floor on a 37 cutter? I need to do
MoonSailer at 11:12pm 11.13.07
9/1271
Wow I downloaded the free google earth and it is incredible. Not a replacement for charts but defin
Murray16764 at 12:56am 11.14.07
2/1200
I have experienced problems with the control unit of my Raymarine 4000 auto pilot which is installed
NautiDuck at 5:23am 11.14.07
3/1164
I have posted this question to Xantrex tech support. I just installed a Xantrex Link 10 Battery Mon
John Gall at 5:44am 11.14.07
0/1782
Where is there a 1976 Newport 30 MKII in the Newport, RI or Huntington, NY area that my winter cover
Jeffrey at 4:52am 11.14.07
19/1415
ed at 6:18am 11.14.07
1/927
Any body know where I might find the layup schedule for big Hunters, circa 2000? Looking for the typ
Bad Obsession at 3:33am 11.14.07
16/3115
I am thinking about sailing south next summer and going to Hampton. There I will pick up my wife fr
cephius (Dave) at 3:07am 11.14.07
9/1552
I needed stainless steal rail hardware for a small improvement project. I found this on-line store
Capn D at 7:58am 11.14.07
0/1152
The compressor on my Grunert reefer gave up the ghost after 7 years of very continuous use. Pricing
Mergatroid at 9:03am 11.14.07
13/1401
After a month, found the sole of my h26 soaked and bowed. It had a bad patch in front of the galley
sand sailor at 11:58am 11.14.07
16/2684
I'm replacing this old thing and due to the age of my vintage boat (1968)i don't have a holding tank
Joe at 12:38pm 11.14.07
5/925
Hey - anyone install 2, 4d BATTERIES on a Hunter 320 or 326? I'm looking at the port and starboard
Eric at 12:54pm 11.14.07
2/3044
Does anyone know where I can get a winch handle for one of the original winches on my Grampain 26.
dbdaniel at 8:42pm 11.12.07
9/2119
I just bought a 42 passage a couple months ago and have been working on her since. This is my first
scottish at 11:25pm 11.12.07
4/1400
Sailors, Does anyone have a link or information on winterizing a 1gm yanmar engine. Thanks
Gary VanZee at 11:29pm 11.12.07
5/3735
A while back I requested some help with getting my Catalina 27 wing keel to point better and got som
Bad Obsession at 10:34pm 11.12.07
7/1216
I am seriously considering replacing the head in my 1990 Catalina 30. I have a jabsco in it now and

Recent Replies

New Outboard on Order
heritage at 4:51pm 10.25.21
An electric outboard makes a lot of sense for just getting in and out of a marina. Maintenance free
MEDICARE
LloydB at 4:47pm 10.25.21
Maybe I'm a bit paranoid but when I looked at the advertisement for traveling mailbox I noticed that
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?   (1)
sunlover at 4:44pm 10.25.21
This one looks promising. It's the right opening and the price is comfortable.
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?
sunlover at 4:37pm 10.25.21
Unless the OP is planning on sealing the hole with fiberglass, this leaves the problem of installin
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?
TimFromLI at 4:32pm 10.25.21
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Sunex-Tools-2-1-2-in-3-4-in-Driver-6-Point-Deep-Socket-SUN480D/301424377
Engine Issue
snoopy_ at 4:31pm 10.25.21
Probably more of a shuddering grunt. Seems like the mechanic hasn't arrived yet. If you get a cha
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?
dlochner at 4:30pm 10.25.21
Oh. That's a tough one. Even a socket might not have the space to fit. A hammer and screw driver to
Sailboat agreement with dealer   (1)
Ralph Johnstone at 4:25pm 10.25.21
Pay your moorage or a % thereof ? He may be able to get a cut rate where he is. That's worth $11K
Sailboat maintenance in San Antonio area
Justin_NSA at 4:24pm 10.25.21
There's a sailing club at Canyon Lake. They might have some advice on local help
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?
TimFromLI at 4:23pm 10.25.21
Oh. That's a tough one. Even a socket might not have the space to fit. A hammer and screw driver to
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?
sunlover at 4:23pm 10.25.21
Since the boat is a Beneteau, the nut is probably metric. Large sockets can be purchased at an aut
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?
dlochner at 4:20pm 10.25.21
Since the boat is a Beneteau, the nut is probably metric. Large sockets can be purchased at an auto
New Outboard on Order
Crazy Dave Condon at 4:12pm 10.25.21
Good advice on venting for gas locker. Please make sure no electrical to include batteries in locke
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?   (1)
sunlover at 4:05pm 10.25.21
Retaining nut on what? Stuffing box, keel bolt? A picture would be helpful.
How to remove 2 1/2 retaining nut?
TimFromLI at 4:03pm 10.25.21
Retaining nut on what? Stuffing box, keel bolt? A picture would be helpful.
Is there a sensible chartplotter for me?
Justin_NSA at 3:56pm 10.25.21
I like Garmin. I'm leaning towards the 7"
Sailboat agreement with dealer
Ralph Johnstone at 3:50pm 10.25.21
What is their benefit in keeping the boat in the Annapolis area ?
Late season storage options in Maine.
DanMaine at 3:49pm 10.25.21
Aspasia Marina in South Portland - Ken or Wes
Sailboat maintenance in San Antonio area
sail sfbay at 3:49pm 10.25.21
Agree with the above.........its a relatively small boat for DIY or hire some cheap help to raise th

Copyright 1997-2025 SB Owners, LLC
All rights reserved.

is not endorsed by or affiliated with any sailboat manufacturer.