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Sailing - Sunrise (1) Jim Seamans at 8:37pm 09.26.06 Ask All Sailors 11/1015 "I do not live to sail, but I sail in order that I may live,and return with greater zest to the la
Used Sails Rick19254 at 8:39pm 09.26.06 Ask A Catalina Owner 4/1176 I'm in the market for used sails. I would like to cut down a 150% Genoa and use it for a Harken Fur
Smell taking up residence Andy at 8:43pm 09.26.06 Marine Plumbing and Sanitation 7/1482 I am sorry to ask this question - probably the millionth time - but I was unable to search the archi
toplift John Lovas at 8:57pm 09.26.06 Ask An Oday Owner 3/1086 Any suggestions on how to add a toplift to my '77 Mariner?
Rubber/diesel smell around fuel tank Maria at 9:26pm 09.26.06 Big Boats 2/858 The rubber/diesel smell (not quite sure which) around the fuel tank has been increasing over the pas
stemhead fitting al16497 at 10:53pm 09.26.06 Ask A Catalina Owner 1/1110 can i change the stem fitting on a 1987 c34 to a newer model stem fitting that does not have the rol
hanging lantern overby at 1:34am 09.27.06 Ask All Sailors 13/3867 Okay, a very simple question here but I still need to ask. We have a Cal 44 and I want to hang a lan
Electrical Panel Tony23670 at 1:22am 09.27.06 Ask A Hunter Owner 1/803 Still trying to understand my (new to me)1984 Hunter 25.5. The electrical panel has a number of togg
In the mast wiring access Paul F at 1:21am 09.27.06 The Cherubini Hunters 1/1412 In reading through the posts it seems many sailors have cut an access to the mast wiring at the base
stemhead fitting al16497 at 1:11am 09.27.06 Big Boats 0/1551 can i change the stem fitting on a 1987 c34 to a newer model stem fitting that does not have the rol
Wood keel support dimensions Lee Y at 3:07am 09.27.06 Smaller Boats 2/1053 I need to replace the wood keel support on my trailer. The boat is a 1988 so I assume the trailer i
Mast Light Replacement Bulb Larry Cornell at 3:08am 09.27.06 Mid-Size Boats 5/1370 Recently purchased a 1984 Hunter 25.5 and am replacing the halyards this weekend. While the mast is
Sail Settings for Wind Speed Mark Corson at 1:37am 09.27.06 Ask All Sailors 3/1907 I have a Catalina 30-Mk. II with a standard rig, roller furling headsail, and a 5'3" fin keel. I b
Hunter Legend 40, 1985, 1986 Voilenu at 2:58am 09.27.06 Big Boats 7/19428 I'm considering purchasing a Hunter Legend 40 1985/1986 I would like any information or hints concer
Universal M25XPA motor mounts Alec at 2:41am 09.27.06 Ask All Sailors 4/1293 The rear motor mounts for the Universal M25XPA in my Catalina 28 are looking a bit tired no doubt co
Trans oil Ron10127 at 7:52am 09.27.06 Ask All Sailors 20/2406 This is probably a silly question to most, but what transmission oil do I use in our Yannmar 2GM20 t
PEARSON 26 MAST STEP Keith13349 at 8:07am 09.27.06 Other Sailboats 2/3068 I AM MOUNTING SOME BLOCKS TO THE BASE OF MY MAST THAT WILL DIRECT LINES AFT. DOES ANYONE HAVE THEIR
Sink faucet Buck 100 at 10:06am 09.27.06 Marine Plumbing and Sanitation 4/1587 Does anybody know if the pump type faucet for the galley and head sink's are repairable, or just a r
Water Spout Long Island Sound CT (1) Patrick Lombard at 10:02am 09.27.06 Ask All Sailors 6/1368 We had a total of 3 today go by.
Your opinions on moving three boats at once bob at 11:14am 09.27.06 Ask All Sailors 11/1449 I am planning to sail my Hunter 27 from Lake Erie to the Georgia coast (and on from there). I have

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H34 buy or not... DeniseO30 at 1:20pm 07.16.21 Thank you everyone! I had an Oday 30 set up for single-handing. Used to be on the Tidal Delawar Riv
Funny Friday!!! DayDreamer41 at 1:18pm 07.16.21
Correct way to secure main and jib sheets? jssailem at 1:15pm 07.16.21
H34 buy or not... kloudie1 at 12:11pm 07.16.21 The two things to look out for are the compression post and the chain plate anchors. Lots of posts h
My dockmate's makin' me look bad! (2) sail sfbay at 11:59am 07.16.21 Just installed these 3/4" diameter split loom corrugated power cord cover on my 30 amp cord at the d
Electric repower dLj at 11:57am 07.16.21 Great summary by John. My take is pretty much in-line with that. I'll add in, I'm planning on doin
Correct way to secure main and jib sheets? sail sfbay at 11:45am 07.16.21 I'm just wondering about the safety of having the jib sheets on the cabin top rather than on the co
Correct way to secure main and jib sheets? shemandr at 11:32am 07.16.21 I'm just wondering about the safety of having the jib sheets on the cabin top rather than on the coc
H34 buy or not... BobH57 at 11:18am 07.16.21 Years ago there was a gentleman in my marina that sailed his Hunter 34 in the Annapolis to Bermuda R
Correct way to secure main and jib sheets? duck21 at 11:14am 07.16.21 I agree completely. This is my second boat (both used), but I am very much seeing how even my expe
Electric repower jssailem at 11:10am 07.16.21 I'm thinking of going this route. It is not about the costs or the install, or the improvements in
Correct way to secure main and jib sheets? jssailem at 10:43am 07.16.21 those grips to stop-off the jib sheets we had horn cleats for the jib sheets One can look at the
Funny Friday!!! justsomeguy at 10:37am 07.16.21 Marriage counselor: "Your wife says you never buy her flowers." Me: "To be honest, I never knew sh
Hunter 260 Shore Power / Battery Not Charging JamesG161 at 10:17am 07.16.21 the orange light does not light up If that light is functional, you need to check your shore power
Hunter 260 Shore Power / Battery Not Charging JamesG161 at 10:15am 07.16.21 Here is your Hunter 260 Owner's manual and many other Downloads that might help... HunterOwners.com
Retractible Keel Line Replacement Crazy Dave Condon at 10:09am 07.16.21 No comment on all three ugly mugshots Ha
Hunter 260 Shore Power / Battery Not Charging sparkschris at 10:00am 07.16.21 Thank you! I am loving her so far! So the shore breaker switch I turn to 'ON', but the orange light
Retractible Keel Line Replacement (1) rgranger at 9:58am 07.16.21 @sullyd First, safety is a factor. Trying to save a buck is foolish. Have the boat lifted. In
Sta-lok fittings jssailem at 9:39am 07.16.21 Hi Pat Welcome to the SBO Forum and the world of sailors. Congrats on the retirement and the new boa
Hunter 260 Shore Power / Battery Not Charging sail sfbay at 9:35am 07.16.21 Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your new 260!! Propose the following seriatim: Check s

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