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Ed Schenck at 12:01am 04.06.05
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Back when there was still a Thrifty Mariner I bought two 8" inspection plates for $20. One of those
Ed Schenck at 11:55pm 04.05.05
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Yesterday was too nice to be working on the inside of the boat. Alas I still have that vanity proje
Before the Bell at 9:41pm 04.05.05
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Hello, I'm buying new blocking for my running rigging, when I bought the boat (sloop rig 25') the bl
Rick Jennings at 8:44pm 04.05.05
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We recently purchased a 93 Vision 36 and are thinking of cruising. Is this a good idea?
dave reitman at 8:24pm 04.05.05
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vent on starboard side of boat that acts as overflow for watertank is rusted and needs to be replace
Dennis at 7:48pm 04.05.05
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Why, with the unending rise in gas pricing, is not the companies going back to gasohol? The mix was
Rio19516 at 3:16pm 04.05.05
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I am still kinda new at this stuff, I must be doing something wrong this past year when I was trying
chris at 3:07pm 04.05.05
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recently the admiral bumped the dock at the pump out dock. the dock was lined with that plastic doc
chris at 2:51pm 04.05.05
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is there anything that can be done to "soften" stiff halyard ropes?
pauljgrenon at 12:45pm 04.05.05
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Hi Guys! I was wondering if you could help me out.. I bought a new (used) boat.. y2000/hunter 410.
duality at 12:21pm 04.05.05
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my 1984 hunter 34 anchor light bulb is out, need to replace, any idea what kind of bulb before i sen
duality at 12:19pm 04.05.05
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my light over the head sink does not work anymore, i searched the catalogs but cant seem to find the
Droop at 11:59am 04.05.05
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I was looking at a nice boat this weekend and one of the keel bolt was bent back say an 1/8" from th
randy at 11:31am 04.05.05
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1976 C22. red and black wire comes from stern, stern light works fine. red and black wire at bow lig
mike at 11:01am 04.05.05
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FYI.........I recently broke the plexiglas sliding hatch cover on my 23. Don't ask how. Anyway I w
Persy at 10:51am 04.05.05
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The mast height on a 2001 420 passage is listed at 58'5". I've got some power lines on nearby rive
BOB at 10:42am 04.05.05
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I was wondering about how much speed do you think I would gain (under normal conditions) on a Catali
mark at 10:10am 04.05.05
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Does anyone have any recomendations on an autopilot for a 26x. I heard the raymarine sport pilot plu
HT at 10:10am 04.05.05
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The trim I'm looking for is for a 1984 34" ODay. Thanks
H T at 9:50am 04.05.05
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I need help!!! One of dock lines broke during the last storm we had and the starboard rubrail was da

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Install Wallas heater in a Hunter 41 ac
jssailem at 10:35am 03.26.21
I installed my Wallas, and while not on a Hunter 41, there are some universal considerations. Locat
Thinking of using a Mercury 5hp Propane Outboard - Any Advice?
JonnyEp at 10:32am 03.26.21
Thank you. I am aware of just the Torqueedo motors that are strong enough to push my boat on the so
Thinking of using a Mercury 5hp Propane Outboard - Any Advice?
dlochner at 10:32am 03.26.21
The technology has been around for long enough to work out the kinks, propane does have some advanta
Thinking of using a Mercury 5hp Propane Outboard - Any Advice?
jssailem at 10:23am 03.26.21
Why not. You might even be able to use an electrical trolling motor doing away with all the smells-
Bow Water Ballast
jssailem at 10:15am 03.26.21
Bow shapes provide different boating experiences. https://www.marineinsight.com/naval-architecture/
Spring Cruise 2021
jssailem at 10:12am 03.26.21
Just as hope begins to bring "sunshine", the forecaster I share ideas with says.... NOT SO FAST Sail
If You Have an Aqua Signal Toronto Chart Table Light...
Ed Caldwell at 10:12am 03.26.21
McMaster-Carr kinda expensive, probably other generic sources
Beneteau Spare Parts Website
bmiley at 10:10am 03.26.21
Has anybody been able to get through and order parts on the phone? I just called again, was numbe
Beneteau Spare Parts Website
bmiley at 10:05am 03.26.21
My Annapolis B dealer, Annapolis Yacht Sales has a small parts store, maybe can get what you want o
Kill switch required for all boats under 26'
jssailem at 10:03am 03.26.21
I read this a couple of times. I think I am clear of any application, but will not know until I get
Finally added diesel fuel level gauge - Classic 26 (Classic Yachts Chanute)   (1)
mspeters at 9:58am 03.26.21
How do you like your classic 26? I have a 36 Laguna. Same hull as yours. I haven't gotten mine o
Best Wind/Wave Predicting App?
jssailem at 9:49am 03.26.21
@SailorElliot being a new sailor means you need to consider the skill development to enable you to s
Best Wind/Wave Predicting App?
dLj at 9:39am 03.26.21
I like Predict Wind, they have various levels of service starting at Free. https://www.predictwind
Spring Cruise 2021   (1)
jssailem at 9:36am 03.26.21
When considering Long range (7Plus days in advance) forecasts of weather, there is always glimmers
Bow Water Ballast
PaulK at 9:36am 03.26.21
Lay awake last night worrying about this, but think I have figured it out. The owner is obviously p
Best Wind/Wave Predicting App?
sailme88 at 9:30am 03.26.21
The wind APPs are only as good as the assets. Just like weather radar, the reliability comes down t
If You Have an Aqua Signal Toronto Chart Table Light...
Kings Gambit at 9:11am 03.26.21
...and you see that the coiled power cord looks dusty, DO NOT pull it out and attempt to "clean" it
Best Wind/Wave Predicting App?
Ralph Johnstone at 9:09am 03.26.21
I was wondering what the best app for predicting the waves and wind is? Experience and the weathe
Its funny Friday!   (1)
leo310 at 8:54am 03.26.21
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VHF Range?
Richard19068 at 8:45am 03.26.21
Seems high I had a GX2150 I thought i paid 250 or so for it. I don't think the 2150 has a built

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