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Jack at 7:25am 12.30.05
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The previous post about coffee makers got me thinking.. I have many 12 volt appliances and chargers
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What is the best way to close off unused thru- hulls? I have two of them, the old gate valve type. C
Paul F at 5:46am 12.30.05
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Normally use 12 volt appliances whenever possible - any thoughts on coffee makers? Seems easier to
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I need to replace my permanent dock lines. I'd like to tie or fashion a loop in 5/8 inch solid yacht
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Thanks for all the comments and advice, etc. The other problem I incountered on my newly purchased H
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Hello, I have a H336 1995. I wanted to know where the water from the shower drains into. Is it th
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I have a question about the 26S models. I have a 1995 26s, it's water balasted and has a swing cent
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I'm thinking of upgrading my present green screen radar to a new version and started to look at spec
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I am looking to move up from a Hunter 170 to a larger boat. My criteria are that the boat must be tr
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I'm trying to source the little plastic parts that Hunter used to hold the port shades in the up or
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Looking for some information from those of you have had big boats for awhile and done your taxes. I
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Hi All, has anyone subscribed to Boatworks magazine? It is put out quarterly by the same publisher
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I sail/boat on the Trent Waterway. Beautiful, but for bridges go i from one lake to another, enjoyin
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Has any owner had any problems with their in-mast furling system. If so, what kind of problem and ho
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Does anyone have any detailed diagrams or photos for rigging an Oday 23 ? My boat is under restorat
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Water Heater Problems The Hot water system on my Bavaria 32 consists of a cylinder located under t
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I live inland, my boat is 6 hours away, on the hard now. 85 Pearson 34 with minimal (by today's sta
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I just discovered a small (1/2") crack in my shower wall about 6" below the wet locker door. Any su
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I would like to find someone with a N27 to discuss maintenance and upgrade tips with. I am new to s
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Does any one know how to get the rear seal off so I can replace the rear bearings on my trailer? It

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Sirius 21 keel   (1)
allan5530 at 12:28pm 06.03.21
Also I used a large clamp on the flat part at the front of the keel to tip the keel you'll need to p
Sirius 21 keel   (1)
allan5530 at 12:12pm 06.03.21
Ok so I left the keel up and used a car jack at the front of the keel to pick up the weight, then ta
C28-mkII galley sink problem
Water_Music at 12:03pm 06.03.21
Hey djamied - did you ever find a way to get the handle off? Is it a standard replacement washer?
Reverse Cycle difficulties
Scott T-Bird at 11:58am 06.03.21
Thanks all! Did not realize that priming was going to be an issue. I would guess that the unit is
Brightwork product
nightowle at 11:57am 06.03.21
I haven't used it myself, but have read positive reviews for ease of use and longevity.
Beneteau Oceanis 50 Owners Manual
jimcowell at 11:12am 06.03.21
thank you!
keel bolts ? - buying boat
RitSim at 10:57am 06.03.21
The spec pages I posted came out of my Beneteau supplied manual.
Questions Regarding Freshwater Pump
Justin_NSA at 10:54am 06.03.21
Bladder leakage. Sucks to get old :tongue:
Questions Regarding Freshwater Pump
JamesG161 at 10:47am 06.03.21
For a good analysis of an Accumulator...:pimp: Fresh Water Accumulator Analysis Jim...
Reverse Cycle difficulties
JamesG161 at 10:40am 06.03.21
I did not open a seacock ONE TIME.:mad: After that, added my 9 seacocks to the Boat Preparations L
Bilge pump mounting ideas?
pilott at 10:31am 06.03.21
I mounted my float switch onto the end of a length of 3/4" pvc pipe, then stood the pipe in the bilg
What mods have you made to make single-handing easier?
pilott at 10:26am 06.03.21
Lazy jacks help make dousing the mainsail much easier when you are solo
Assess my Z-Spar mast (H23)
shemandr at 10:25am 06.03.21
It looks like too much prebend. I don't think you can judge rake by looking at a photo. Or at lea
Reverse Cycle difficulties
tfox2069 at 10:23am 06.03.21
Questions Regarding Freshwater Pump
SEMPERAVANTI41 at 10:02am 06.03.21
I replaced original pump with a Sea Flow unit. Works fine with no accumulator tank and comes with 4
Reverse Cycle difficulties
SEMPERAVANTI41 at 9:58am 06.03.21
I replaced a "wet end" for my March pump a few months ago. It started leaking from the driven side (
Reverse Cycle difficulties
Davidasailor26 at 9:58am 06.03.21
Make sure the pump is primed before testing it :plus: Ours is not self-priming at all, and not es
Reverse Cycle difficulties
tfox2069 at 9:56am 06.03.21
Make sure the pump is primed before testing it and yes, you can replace just the pump if necessary.
Questions Regarding Freshwater Pump
Stu Jackson at 9:53am 06.03.21
It doesn't take much water use for the pump to kick on without an accumulator. Its normal in that

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