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We are searching for a good reliable supplier for our Catalina 22 (Rythm). We are not having good f
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Hey Gang, The last time I wrote about my old diesel compression I learned about compression and also
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Last night I pulled up the 1/4" teak and holly cabin sole in our Crown 34 in an effort to stabilize
John at 7:19am 04.01.05
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We continually find water in our shell between the hull and deck. It is always fresh water so we don
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I have started a major refit and restoration of my 1971 Bristol 29. All are welcome to visit... www.
Tom at 6:55am 04.01.05
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I have a one year old boat with a winged keel. I have never run aground with the new boat. I have
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I have a Citation 40 that lost it's mast and has a damaged toe rail. I'm looking for a a mast sectio
Tim McCarty at 6:06am 04.01.05
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Perhaps I'm spending much too much time here but, does anyone have any opionions on Charles battery
Bob at 6:05am 04.01.05
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Our 1976 Hunter 30 is going back together at light speed. The one thing I elected not to change was
John at 5:15am 04.01.05
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I own a Hunter 27 1976, I sail north of phila. pa on the delaware river. I was interested in how man
Tim McCarty at 5:06am 04.01.05
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Yes, I've been spending a LOT of time on this website, but there isn't much else to do until the wea
BobSail at 4:56am 04.01.05
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I'd like to upgrade from flooded to AGM batteries on my H260, but cannot seem to get a definitive an
Tim McCarty at 4:51am 04.01.05
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is the Headmate 1460 any better or worse? I just bought a new boat, and the 1460 came standard. I
Ron Newton at 3:30am 04.01.05
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How do I replace the old sole, and where may I find it?
Pete17840 at 3:26am 04.01.05
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Hello again from Capt. Pete of "My Alibi". I'm interested in hearing anyone's suggestions for the mo
Mike Corcoran at 2:36am 04.01.05
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Just sold my 1973 37c to a friend. Past survey without any issues. Then they pulled the mast for shi
Ed at 1:37am 04.01.05
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I'm curious on what advice Julian at US Spars had about aluminum vs stainless steel rivets.
Paul J. Rusyniak at 1:37am 04.01.05
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nquit at 12:48am 04.01.05
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Does anyone know where to purchase inside window coverings for all the windows on a 30 Cat? We have
DAVE HASSLER at 12:31am 04.01.05
Cal
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I OWN A 1970 CAL 2-24 VERY SIMILAR TO THE 25, IT HAS A CAST IRON FIN KEEL, I CAN FIND NO INFORMATION

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