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I am in need of a lifeline regular stanchion and a gate lifeline stanchiom with brace for a 1985 Cal
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Next time you are watching TV and the commericals are running. Mostly medical pill selling type or
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Lately I've noticed that responses are being cut off in mid-sentence, in fact, I'm wondering how muc
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Oh My, Has anyone rigged their own jiffy reef system? If so, I would be interested in seeing how it
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Anyone ever try a non skid coating called rhino hide, I attached the appropriate link. I seems like
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I have a 1982 Hunter 22. This will be my second cruising season on this boat. Last year I went int
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Hi, I am ready to replace the original port windows with the Lewmar Ocean series and upon removing t
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Rented the video "Visitors" this past weekend. It is half horror/ half suspense about a woman saili
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Can a fluxgate compass be installed below the cabin sole? This would place it below the waterline.
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I meant to ask what manufacturer would you choose, and why. I am interested in a 6-8 hp. motor. I
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How safe is a 26' Chrysler with a 850# swing keel going offshore in the Gulf Of Mexico.

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Merit 22 Paint question
Drinky Crow at 8:04am 03.12.21
Yeah I painted the topsides of my SJ24 way back last millennia, but that's because the topsides had
Hi everyone...
jssailem at 7:57am 03.12.21
SailingSoon, an interesting question and a good start. I have not made this adventure you are consid
H326 mast un-stepping
Art12050 at 7:53am 03.12.21
On our 92 30T, the mast sits in the shoe without any fastener, so it just lifts out once the standin
Yanmar 3GM30F - Injection Nozzles
Michael Davis at 7:53am 03.12.21
That means the holders will have to be re-installed sequentially, Last out, first in.
Its funny Friday!
dLj at 7:52am 03.12.21
I do apologize to anyone offended by this. But it is a video of a master comedian telling a relati
Yanmar 3GM30F - Injection Nozzles
Scott T-Bird at 7:49am 03.12.21
You should not have removed the fuel lines. The ends opposite the injectors go into the delicate in
Mast Light
isaksp00 at 7:45am 03.12.21
If it is like mine that looks like that, the top lid has a few small screws that hold it down, and t
Its funny Friday!   (1)
shemandr at 7:40am 03.12.21
I do apologize to anyone offended by this. But it is a video of a master comedian telling a relativ
Its funny Friday!   (1)
Sailavie1 at 7:22am 03.12.21
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Two questions - water pump and barnacle impact
Parsons at 7:18am 03.12.21
Never paint your metal prop and shaft. The metals must be exposed for Zinc galvanic Corrosion prote
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Parsons at 7:03am 03.12.21
For planning any crossing, anywhere, "Depends" is the most important word. Sailing a 26 ft. sailboa
Two questions - water pump and barnacle impact
JamesG161 at 6:44am 03.12.21
anyone have a paint that they recommend for keeping barnacle growth down on prop and shaft? Never
Hunter 170 Bow Cover specs and Spinnaker specs.
Crazy Dave Condon at 6:43am 03.12.21
On the cover either white or gray to minimize heat. Cover should be supported off the deck with sup
Not really a question, but a thanks!
Parsons at 6:43am 03.12.21
Congratulations on the new (to you) boat. May she always give you pleasure and a safe return home.
Video Blogs - which do you watch and why?
Leeward Rail at 6:40am 03.12.21
I have to agree with others about YT and the ads. Late December I decided I was tired of clicking '
Vakaros Atlas
Jackdaw at 6:36am 03.12.21
...and we have a FB vid up of JD..... Had a TON of fun making that. The outtakes were hilarious. A
Stepping Mast Singlehanded
Noodat Lady at 6:34am 03.12.21
Do NOT buy a tension measuring device.
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Justin_NSA at 6:20am 03.12.21
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Not really a question, but a thanks!
danooxnard at 6:17am 03.12.21
congrats on the new boat ,glad it worked out! Dano

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