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AC75 New Zealand Hunter216 at 3:08pm 12.16.20 Racing 29/2929 First race is in 3 hrs!:)
Do I need a main downhaul? H26 joecool911 at 2:50pm 12.16.20 Smaller Boats 23/2324 I am planning all the projects for when the mast comes down for the first time... With a new mainsa
An intro and a question dsmoll at 7:35am 12.16.20 Ask All Sailors 39/4684
Hunter 18. billwnc at 3:43am 12.16.20 Ask A Hunter Owner 9/970 What size is the plastic drain line on my Hunter 18.5? I need to replace it since mine has sprung a
Should I lubricate my rudder post? Driftin II at 2:43am 12.16.20 Mid-Size Boats 3/1395 I'm a rookie owner of a 85 Catalina 30T. I pulled my rudder this fall to do some blister repair over
Newport 27 Hatch Badfishtoo at 4:51pm 12.15.20 Newport 5/1317 We are looking to repair or replace our companions way hatch. We are in the SF Bay area.
Oceanis 38; Calibrating fuel sending unit Uppiano at 3:42pm 12.15.20 Ask A Beneteau Owner 6/1138
Hunter 216 Bungee Chord On Rudder Pod (1) Mike216 at 2:29pm 12.15.20 Smaller Boats 11/1849 Does anyone know what is the purpose of the blue bungee chord on the rudder pod? Mine is missing on
picking a new sail - help Dil at 9:02am 12.15.20 Ask All Sailors 15/2149 I am looking to purchase new sails for my Hunter 30T, I am a weekend cruiser for now I dont race hav
Escrow service for personal boat sale? Sailfanatic at 7:57am 12.15.20 Ask All Sailors 15/7779 Has anyone had an actual experience using an escrow service, whether an attorney, title company, ban
Beneteau 331 Replacement Bow Pulpit Wright59 at 7:43pm 12.14.20 Parts Search 2/737 Where can I locate replacement a replacement bow pulpit for my Beneteau 331 ?
Moving chainplates outboard Angus Fleming at 1:53pm 12.14.20 The Cherubini Hunters 17/2642 Hi all, I was reading the replies to joe28532 's leaking chainplates problem and don't want to hijac
Finding Beneteau 473 / Documentation Number Kay Cee at 9:46am 12.14.20 Ask A Beneteau Owner 3/946 Some years ago, we chartered a Beneteau 473 in Antigua. It was a lovely boat and trip. Now, trying t
Prop shaft zinc 321 Wesleymi at 9:27am 12.14.20 Ask A Beneteau Owner 44/5163 Has anyone put a zinc donut on prop shaft on 321 with Yanmar. I know that one goes on the nut (25mm)
Guide-on assist for trailer.... (2) MikeJB at 9:27am 12.14.20 Catalina 22 16/1844 Now that the refit is nearing "completion", I am starting work on a trailer I picked up for $500. An
Packless Shaft Water Pick-up Babette04 at 8:59am 12.14.20 Ask A Beneteau Owner 3/576 Broke my water pick-up for my packless shaft winterizing at the propeller shaft " fiberglass sleeve"
How do you break in an outboard on a sailboat? Lisp Lisp at 10:40pm 12.13.20 Trailer Sailors 58/6208 How do you break in an outboard on a Mac26s if you do not want to go beyond hull speed given that th
COVID Testing Brian D at 9:23pm 12.13.20 Sails Call Lounge 12/1036
Non-skid gelcoat mold for 1984 Hunter 31 jrmellin at 9:15pm 12.13.20 Ask A Hunter Owner 10/1271 I was looking to repair some spider cracks in the non-skid lazarette covers on our 1984 Hunter 31 wi
Opinion on Keel Crack (2) Berk at 9:03pm 12.13.20 Ask An Oday Owner 10/1959 Hi, I would appreciate it if you can share your opinion on this keel of 302. I can't visit the boat

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Legend 35 - Water heater hose replacement? walmsleyc at 6:50am 09.23.24 You likely have 2 problems .. Firstly, the 2 hoses are zip tied to each other. As well, you might h
Rudder Removal American_Mainsail at 6:35am 09.23.24 Thanks I'll keep soaking it over the next week. I'll buy the press and work the problem as you reco
Would loose outhaul lead to weather helm? American_Mainsail at 6:19am 09.23.24
Hunter 376 holding tank discharge (1) Scott NIelsen at 6:14am 09.23.24 I had to replace the holding tank on OLD CROW after I purchased her as the suction connections had r
Thru hull repair (3) Tally Ho at 5:59am 09.23.24
Galley and propane help in an old catalina east coaster at 5:53am 09.23.24 Also the hose from solenoid in the locker must be continuous, no breaks to attach other propane devi
Fan inside fridge/icebox Scott NIelsen at 5:48am 09.23.24 I installed the system on OLD CROW my Hunter 37.5 that marcham described as OLD CROW just had a very
Thru hull repair dLj at 5:39am 09.23.24 Was planning on scraping out all the rotten wood I can access with the hole and filling with epoxy
Non skid cleaner issue thinwater at 5:07am 09.23.24 I used up a bottle over a period of years. I can't say that I ever had a problem rinsing. Didn't sh
Lubricating outhaul car/track Morgan donor at 4:58am 09.23.24 Disassemble, clean, and Mclube the turning block sheave and pin at the back of the mast as well. The
info on catalina 22 LakeShark at 4:41am 09.23.24 @fishingaz there is a ton of information out there but for the history I would start with the book i
Looking for Procedure to change Engine Coolant on Yanmar 4JH4E marcham at 4:34am 09.23.24 Do you have a water heater? If so, all the coolant in those hoses also need to be flushed. I use 2
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard marcham at 4:31am 09.23.24 To the OP: Sorry for your troubles, but welcome to boating. Surprises are part of the game. 1. Do
Hunter 376 holding tank discharge Terry Cox at 4:23am 09.23.24 Hi, Yes. I can see the hose. There is also some wire hanging, not sure if its 10 gauge but i will t
Non skid cleaner issue Robert Strickland at 4:09am 09.23.24 Following.
Just Bought My First Boat - About to Give it to a Scrapyard sailme88 at 3:29am 09.23.24 Scott-T-Bird refers to sandblasting.... DON"T do that.. either soda or glass bead...there is an op
Engine Compartment Blower senang at 3:13am 09.23.24 We have a 2005 H38 owner version, engine extraction fan is under berth in aft cabin. This is a Hunte
Upgrading and Bedding Chainplates Not Too Shabby at 10:18pm 09.22.24 Hey George! Great question. I wouldn't be surprised if I end up replacing the rigging within the fi
Fan inside fridge/icebox marcham at 9:29pm 09.22.24 It's a pretty good setup actually.... just one compressor and evaporator plate instead of two. When
Fan inside fridge/icebox jmarty32 at 9:26pm 09.22.24 I can capture some photos tomorrow when i am at the boat. Yes, it's the fan between the freezer and

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