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The rudder on our 2006 25' has signifigant "play" between the stainless plates that hold it in place
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Leak on a 43.
JWS at 12:10pm 06.24.21
The hull was molded with the void heading left (aft) in your picture. Once the stern tub was put in
Leak on a 43.   (5)
NYSail at 11:57am 06.24.21
Leak on a 43.
NYSail at 11:44am 06.24.21
The hull was molded with the void heading left (aft) in your picture. Once the stern tub was put in
Leak on a 43.
mdibella at 11:44am 06.24.21
I hope it's not a crack in the shaft tube. I had one on my First 38. The tube and seal area remai
Mainsail slug replacement
Don Crowther at 11:36am 06.24.21
take it to a sail loft.
Hunter 280 - Not enough sheaves & clutches to run all lines aft - which ones do you prioritize?
jssailem at 11:34am 06.24.21
Thanks for the question. My main was traditionally attached to the boom, now it is loose footed. My
Where to find a short section of "Rub Rail, Rigid Keeper" for a Hunter 280?
BlowMeAway at 11:31am 06.24.21
Check in with Hamilton Marine in Searsport, Maine.
Hunter 280 - Not enough sheaves & clutches to run all lines aft - which ones do you prioritize?
rgranger at 11:04am 06.24.21
Hi @rhiggins . To think that you can stand in the cockpit and reef your sail without a line fouling
Caught in a Storm
Pagan Baby at 10:47am 06.24.21
Thanks for posting the video Bill. Seeing that big dark cloud coming at me the pucker factor would h
Sailing to Catalina Island?
jeepbluetj at 10:38am 06.24.21
A trip to KH or Pt Dume sounds great to gain confidence while keeping shore in sight. Also fun, reas
How Best to Access Instrument Wiring on B311 Steering Pedestal   (1)
Eleven at 10:22am 06.24.21
Not a great picture but below is the arrangement on my B311. There are 2 screws on each port and sta
Recommendations for holding the bottom line on a series of boat fenders out of the water.   (1)
Parsons at 10:17am 06.24.21
I keep getting better and better advice! Thanks so much! However, I am unfamiliar with the "V-shaped
Beneteau 311 Kitchen Sink Drain   (2)
Eleven at 10:03am 06.24.21
These two pictures will hopefully help you understanding what is going on with the sink drain on a s
Beneteau 311 Kitchen Sink Drain
B311Vancouer at 9:41am 06.24.21
Thanks, all, for the replies. I'll have a closer look on the weekend and post what I find.
Hunter 280 - Not enough sheaves & clutches to run all lines aft - which ones do you prioritize?
jssailem at 9:27am 06.24.21
Hi @rhiggins . Congrats on your new to you boat. Nice that your wife enjoys the upgrade. When you s
Cat 22 Swing Keel Sailboat Maintenance
Leeward Rail at 9:16am 06.24.21
I use Simple Green for everything, cars, house siding, etc. https://forums.sailboatowners.com/thre
Cat 22 Swing Keel Sailboat Maintenance
Hardhead at 9:10am 06.24.21
Will look that up, thanks I have an 87' as well, and I bought it a few years ago. The fiberglass
H410 Start Battery
jssailem at 9:07am 06.24.21
I have NO ACR!!!!!!!! Easy Don... We agree with you. Hunter in there wisdom decided after your bo
Sailing to Catalina Island?
kappykaplan at 9:03am 06.24.21
I think about the edge of my boat as a 500 ft cliff. I plan to stay on the boat. :plus::plus::plus
Cat 22 Swing Keel Sailboat Maintenance
John Marrone at 9:01am 06.24.21
Will look that up, thanks

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