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SycloneDriver at 4:50pm 01.16.21
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I did a little testing with my generators today. I ran each out of fuel and then added 10oz of fuel
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I just acquired a '74 O'Day that has been converted to a SolidNav electric motor. Can anyone please
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RMintle at 10:23am 01.16.21
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I just acquired a 1974 O'Day 27 and would like to know more about it. The HIN is XDYM02280974. Is
Patrick Randall at 10:15am 01.16.21
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Anyone successfully removed the companion-way steps from their 30T? It looks like whatever was holdi
Charlie Jones s/v Tehani at 9:57am 01.16.21
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MIne was done last week :D
snoopy_ at 9:51am 01.16.21
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Hello, I had issues with my furler this year, which is a Hood 707SL. I spoke to Hood (Pompanette)
Bowleys Quarters Catalina at 9:10am 01.16.21
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looking for all 10 cabin cushions for project rehab on a cat 22 1977
Pete402 at 8:28am 01.16.21
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Got another Sabre question. The instrument pod (3 instruments) over the companion way on my 402 Spa
RitSim at 7:49am 01.16.21
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It's time to change the Volvo shaft seal before Spring launch. I have the new seal - just wondering
shemandr at 5:55am 01.16.21
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I was just watching TWC ( don't ask) and they're monitoring the storm in Boston. Their live shot is
michaelapk at 5:47am 01.16.21
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I am in the process of refitting my '83 Ericson 30+ because of water damage to the cabin side-walls.
kenvail at 4:35am 01.16.21
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My 2006 Hunter 38 came with Raymarine instruments. I am considering buying the new Garmin GPSMAP 743
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Voyager1 at 8:14pm 01.15.21
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I am sure someone has done this before but thought I would share. Since I have not tested yet open t
All U Get at 5:49pm 01.15.21
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Hi all, I would like to find two blocks for my traveler with a becket. These are about 2.5 inches
RussC at 2:00pm 01.15.21
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fyi: the Prada cup ( Americas cup) is being shown live on NBCSN evenings at 6:00 PM West coast time.
Hayden Watson at 12:35pm 01.15.21
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I have a C30 that has 6:1 mid-boom sheeting with 3-attachement points for the main sheet to the boom
Degs at 10:11am 01.15.21
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Doing a keel overhaul on my early Catalina and want to know what size the 4 nuts are that hold the
jssailem at 9:54am 01.15.21
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CharlieSea at 8:27am 01.15.21
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Has anyone had to replace the U shaped slider strips for the new Hunter 27-3. Was it necessary to r

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Catalina 25 mast...1989 vs 1978
w4swk at 7:41am 03.16.25
This shows the mast specs: CATALINA 25 - sailboatdata If you haven't already, you could ask here:
Catalina 25 mast...1989 vs 1978
dmax at 7:28am 03.16.25
This shows the mast specs: CATALINA 25 - sailboatdata If you haven't already, you could ask here: A
Bimini ideas
jesgatt at 6:55am 03.16.25
I have a boom sail already, but I was thinking something that can be used when sailing especially fo
Why Don't You Use ActiveCaptain?
JBP-PA at 6:53am 03.16.25
I use active captain primarily for harbor reviews on Lake Erie. The last time I checked, NoForeignL
Why Don't You Use ActiveCaptain?
colemj at 5:41am 03.16.25
Is Active Captain even still around? I haven't seen or heard of it in couple of years. The reason
Winter wet storage in Massachusetts North Shore   (3)
Walsh0575 at 5:41am 03.16.25
OP update: Jan - March So all in all it's been a great winter of sailing in New England! From my las
Any reason not to go with 6mm for clew reef line
dlochner at 3:51am 03.16.25
There is a fair amount of force on the clew when reefed at least as much as with a full sail because
Bimini ideas
Will Gilmore at 12:58am 03.16.25
I would go with a simple boom tent. Maybe it hooks easily and simply to a couple of telescoping boa
Hunter 240 owners here?
SteveHughessails at 10:37pm 03.15.25
Twenty five years, very nice. That says a lot for the 240. Thanks so much for sharing.
Bimini ideas
jssailem at 5:54pm 03.15.25
pearson 33-2 halyards   (1)
jssailem at 5:49pm 03.15.25
There is a difference between sheaves for wire rip halyards and rope halyards. cts that difference b
Squalicum Yacht Club
MFD at 5:02pm 03.15.25
Wait, duh - Anacortes YC! They have their act together financially and are very sailing focused. Goo
Could i cut halyard exit near deck?
jssailem at 5:00pm 03.15.25
When I had my mast refitted, I put all the lines internal. I replaced the 2 wire halyards with polye
Squalicum Yacht Club
jssailem at 4:52pm 03.15.25
The Milltown Sailing Club I. Everett has reciprocal moorage activities at a number of sites.
Squalicum Yacht Club
MFD at 4:45pm 03.15.25
Yeah, there is definitely a segment of BYC that is the old school 'blue blazer' type. I always think
pearson 33-2 halyards
kappykaplan at 4:33pm 03.15.25
Welcome to the forum!:beer: No reason you can't go to all rope halyards, but you need to make sure t
Diesel Leak Injection Pump   (1)
PlaneTom at 4:22pm 03.15.25
When I had my M25XPB injector pump rebuilt locally about 6 years ago, it was a bit over $500 parts a
Toilet Issue
smokey73 at 3:20pm 03.15.25
@Kraffert I have to ask again. Are you sure your sink and shower drain to the bilge? Unless the PO
Electric brakes - wiring
Leeward Rail at 2:30pm 03.15.25
That's normal for older factory trailers. (Might still be the same now ) Fast and cheaper than real

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