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Bill C320, Papillon at 5:30pm 09.01.06
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I actually have a couple of other views but would have to keep sending them as new posts to get them
Benny at 3:06pm 09.01.06
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compartment. I seen replacement sheets not long ago but can't remember where. I guess I'm sufferin
Patrick at 1:57pm 09.01.06
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Hope someone can help. I have a Rhodes 19 and I'm looking to buy new sails but i don't know the exa
Graysailor at 10:15pm 08.30.06
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Getting a lot of belt dust on my refrig compressor. How does one align the pullies?
Tony F at 11:33pm 08.30.06
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I recently purchased a 1990 Hunter 27 and have some high density foam cushions that were left over f
Robin at 2:38am 08.31.06
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Hi! This may sound a little strange but I'm not quite sure how else to go about this. My husband lov
gpd955 at 3:02am 08.31.06
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After months of dealing with my bilge pump, I am seeking some advice. PO had a Rule 1200 with about
Benjamin at 4:30am 08.31.06
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I currently came into possession of boat, and learning sailing. Thanks all for a great site. I am m
Bad Obsession at 6:54am 08.31.06
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I have a 1990 Catalina 30. Eventually I am thinking about re-doing my sails on the boat (I have a f
Ted at 6:50am 08.31.06
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I'm considering the Passage 42. But I haven't had the chance to actually board one. I'm in the Detro
Randy Shanks at 8:55am 08.31.06
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Has anyone tried the new idasailor performance rudders on the 26M? If so how did they perform? Did
Brad Hoff at 10:07am 08.31.06
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Wondering if anyone has had any experience with fuel magnets? Is this just all hype or do they actua
Captain Bob at 10:16am 08.31.06
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I heard a rumor that BoatBabe will be there. And I, ConchyJoe, will be there giving away really coo
George H260 at 10:26am 08.31.06
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Need tips on keeping mast vertical Yesterday, while under sail, the "T" bolt of the forestay popped
newly anonymous at 7:12am 08.31.06
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I just found out that Hunter is making a backup rudder system for the 38, 41 426. 44 and 46 for $750
Brian Stipak at 7:11am 08.31.06
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Can anyone tell me.... What width shaft packing material for the propeller stuffing box does a C27
larrys at 11:02am 08.31.06
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asked this last year and had two responses. just bought new 135 north sail jib, I need to know if ex
Steven M at 11:55am 08.31.06
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My trusty 22 is taking on water under sail. This started last year. Taking on about 2 gallons per ho
djmeaney at 11:34am 08.31.06
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What kind of Daysailer should I buy? After taking about 15 years off from sailing (got married and
djmeaney at 11:31am 08.31.06
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After taking about 15 years off from sailing (got married and had a few kids) I finally repaired my

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Contact with Crazy Dave   (1)
Ralph Johnstone at 10:41am 08.02.21
Are they from Nigeria? Could be worth millions...;) My Dear Mr. Crazy Sir, If you could be so ve
Batteries
Justin_NSA at 10:39am 08.02.21
You must already have a smart charger to handle the AGMs properly. I would stick with AGM
HR43 mk1 - salt water entry into the aft cabin - help wanted
Ralph Johnstone at 10:31am 08.02.21
I am attaching two photos and a video Can you try again to attach the video ? May offer some fur
Replacing internal outhaul   (1)
wdonovan at 10:07am 08.02.21
A tip: This stuff makes fishing a rope with a messenger so easy. Instead of sewing end to end, I use
Life line specs and material
jssailem at 10:03am 08.02.21
The issue of chafing, like all on a boat, can be addressed. You may have to reach a compromise; Like
Windlass on a Beneteau 343
zimboy at 9:47am 08.02.21
@BigEasy ad @jssailem thanks for the great ideas and help.
Helm Seating - What do you do? (H38)
flightlead404 at 9:46am 08.02.21
The previous owner of our boat designed this seat for our 08 H36 which we have since also replicate
Mary E
Calif. Ted at 9:44am 08.02.21
Helm Seating - What do you do? (H38)
flightlead404 at 9:44am 08.02.21
Regarding the dodger, unless your boat is prone to splash coming over the bow and into the cockpit
Helm Seating - What do you do? (H38)
flightlead404 at 9:42am 08.02.21
Here was my solution and it works great! Interesting. For me, mounting it on the swing up helm "
Helm Seating - What do you do? (H38)
flightlead404 at 9:37am 08.02.21
To add to the last post, have your local canvas shop fabricate a fit-for-purpose cushion is contour
Yanmar 2gm20f stem seals
Charles Erwin at 9:04am 08.02.21
I have top clearance at .027 - .035. GM shop manual at p 2-21. By the way what is the reason for st
Sail question
Jumpstart at 8:45am 08.02.21
I have a flicker, dyneema backstay and double ended backstay controls in the cockpit. My Vangmaster
Life line specs and material
sail sfbay at 8:40am 08.02.21
Lots of dyneema lifeline experience on these threads: See post #2 that discusses Project_Mayhem's c
Bayview Mac Race?
Jumpstart at 8:35am 08.02.21
Pretty much same as Marmalade. We went left after start with our A1.5. Great boatspeed but could not
Sailboat as 'investment"???
sail sfbay at 8:24am 08.02.21
..........After almost twenty years it is safe to say that our investment paid off handsomely.......
Life line specs and material
Project_Mayhem at 8:24am 08.02.21
Dyneema is prone to chafing which in some cases may be an issue
Non-working Adler Barbour Cold Box Unit
Hayden Watson at 8:24am 08.02.21
These units are pretty reliable and easy to repair. Mine has quit a couple of times in the past 20
HR43 mk1 - salt water entry into the aft cabin - help wanted
kloudie1 at 8:21am 08.02.21
Welcome aboard.. I can't be of much help; not familiar with the construction, but look carefully at
Rig Shimmy   (4)
Artey1 at 8:14am 08.02.21
Saturday I did more investigating and started rig tuning. I started by measuring out the prebend usi

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