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Swimladder conversion to Swing Gate Jack4865 at 10:48pm 10.28.04 Ask A Catalina Owner 0/928 Hello,In a recent issue of Mainsheet, a C34 owner wrote an article about modifying the swimladder t
Newer MacGregor with 10 hp Outboard Tip Thienes at 10:48pm 10.28.04 Ask A Macgregor Owner 6/2487 I want to buy a used late model MacGregor but am not interested in a 50 HP Outboard. I would like a
replacement hatch 27. 1978 ciriaco at 2:18pm 10.28.04 Mid-Size Boats 2/1138 Has anyone found a replacement hatch for the wierd dimensions of the 1978 hunter 27.The front is 20
What type sealant to use for fixed port? Gary at 12:36pm 10.28.04 Ask A Hunter Owner 8/1233 H31Will be removing and sealing fixed ports this weekend, but uncertain as to the best sealant to u
Hawaii Sailing Oreana123 at 11:23am 10.28.04 Ask A Macgregor Owner 0/854 I just got back from Kona on the Big Island where I met some of the members of the Kona Sailing Asso
What second anchor setup? Tony at 10:57am 10.28.04 Ask All Sailors 2/1060 Hello allYou've all been so helpful in the past, here goes again.I have a Beneteau 373 (37ft appro
tartan vs. catalina? Joe at 9:50am 10.28.04 Ask A Catalina Owner 1/3014 Can anyone contrast a Catalina with a Tartan (27/30)?In a general sense I would consider a Catalin
Cost to wash and wax a 36ft boat $360-450 ? abe at 8:35am 10.28.04 Ask All Sailors 52/14600 I had my boat washed/wax/metal polish 4-6hrs work by an unskilled laborer. I was charged $360, whe
Hunter Reputation Sailor Joe20804 at 7:58am 10.28.04 Ask A Hunter Owner 31/8554 Having come across a few Hunter-bashers lately (on other boards, mostly), I'm curious what this comm
Double Forstay Eric Hartsough at 7:51am 10.28.04 Ask All Sailors 1/1191 I have a Hunter 280 and race on a Laser 28. The Laser has a dual ribbed forstay that allows us to
Shroud Adjustment DreamCatcher13404 at 6:49am 10.28.04 Ask A Macgregor Owner 7/1244 Does anyone know where to get the hand tool that aids in the adjustment of the slide adjusters that
Marieholms Bruk (Folkboat) Help FrigateBird at 5:42am 10.28.04 Ask All Sailors 3/1962 Gentlemen, I'm trying to find the webpage of the maker of Folkboats in Sweden to get some info on th
Anyone use a double forestay? william3045 at 5:35am 10.28.04 Ask All Sailors 4/3890 i opened my mouth on the "rigging advice" thread and someone will probably step in it but, it brings
Head Problems Againnn!!! Randy at 5:12am 10.28.04 Ask A Hunter Owner 7/886 Just recently removed my aluminum holding tank and replaced with polyethelene. Replaced all hoses wi
28.5 headstay measurements Mystic51 at 4:24am 10.28.04 Ask A Hunter Owner 2/862 I am looking at roller furlers for a 28.5. I am not near the boat and need to know the headstay diam
Evstrom sails, Doyle sails Mystic51 at 4:21am 10.28.04 Ask A Hunter Owner 6/1203 Getting quotes on new sails for my 28.5. I want affordable performance oriented sails for mostly cru
folding prop cause vibration and stuffing box leak dave at 4:09am 10.28.04 Ask An Oday Owner 1/1893 I purchased an 1981 O'Day 28 a few months ago and it came with a folding propeller. When shifing in
Sailed to catalina Chris Jensen at 3:52am 10.28.04 Smaller Boats 0/654 I justed wanted to share a great experience for anyone who might have the same opportunity. We saile
Still back filling Harry at 3:41am 10.28.04 Marine Plumbing and Sanitation 3/1184 Peggie, I took your advice and checked the air vent for the head waste tank. When I disconnected the
Best way to replace a centerboard cable on a 26s Mike at 1:40am 10.28.04 Ask A Macgregor Owner 2/1067 I have to change the fraying cable on my centerboard and need advice on how to do it. I don't think

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Boats not winterized jssailem at 7:14am 02.14.21 The forecast is for an unusual run of Arctic blast temps starting Monday night through Wednesday. Lo
Adding shore power outlet Justin_NSA at 7:12am 02.14.21 Just get an extension cable and leave your troubles behind.
Boats not winterized dlochner at 7:05am 02.14.21
Boats not winterized jssailem at 7:05am 02.14.21 How about giving the Broker a call? He would be knowledgeable and should be willing to help.
bilge pump capacity (1) capta at 7:03am 02.14.21 Here's a good guide to how much you may need to have to dewater your boat.
Boats not winterized Sailfanatic at 6:56am 02.14.21 So here's the weak link in relying on the ambient water temp, there same exposure that exists from n
H 30 cockpit portlights. dlochner at 6:53am 02.14.21 Yep, time for new gaskets.
H 30 cockpit portlights. kloudie1 at 6:49am 02.14.21 Your gasket is compressed and should be replaced. This site store has the proper gaskets .. but, to
BLACK WATER TANK TO DIESEL JamesG161 at 6:48am 02.14.21 if it become a pain in the @$$ I like the $$$ in that reply.:facepalm: But would like about 40 gal
BLACK WATER TANK TO DIESEL BIGUA at 6:38am 02.14.21 Hi JamesG161, thanks for the info, agree with you that need to keep in mind ALL details....speciall
BLACK WATER TANK TO DIESEL JamesG161 at 6:25am 02.14.21 You might consider this tank that fits in available storage , but capacity will change as it conform
Adding shore power outlet mermike at 6:14am 02.14.21 2 galvanic isolators are not necessary if the shore power grounds are joined at the shore side of th
Pulls to port under power Siamese at 6:13am 02.14.21 My Catalina 28 MKII is a member of the turn hard to port club. Let go of the wheel at 3/4 throttle
Basic Fuse Rating Question Ilanortho at 6:06am 02.14.21 Thank you again. Best wishes. Ilan
Adding shore power outlet Ward H at 5:41am 02.14.21 When I bought my first boat with shore power I thought about doing this. When I asked around the ma
Co -ax (1) dlochner at 5:38am 02.14.21 Let's back up. Are you trying to eliminate a VHF antenna? Or wondering about eliminating the anchor
Quick Cruising Poll Cowpokee at 5:29am 02.14.21
Prada Cup Finals Davidasailor26 at 5:27am 02.14.21 Not much better in race 4. One handling error in the pre-start, followed by lots more well executed
Purchasing a Trailer - Cat 22 Retractable Keel ambler at 4:58am 02.14.21 My trailer supports the keel with a roller attached to the axle. Like the rollers you can see at the
BLACK WATER TANK TO DIESEL BIGUA at 4:22am 02.14.21 Hi Johnb, the H380 come with a 110 liters fuel tank, and for my planned trip I want to add the s

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