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BOB Schmit at 3:23am 10.06.04
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Phil, Seems like I've been a regular on this site since 1995? Is there a 10 year anniversary coming
Steve at 3:14am 10.06.04
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I have a 2003 Beneteau 331, with the roller furling main. The first year, pulling out the main and f
Brian at 2:52am 10.06.04
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Would a vertically retractable transom mounted rudder be useful for shallow water maneuvering or whi
Brian Payne at 2:43am 10.06.04
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Would a vertically retractable transom mounted rudder be useful for trailer sailors ranging in size
Stan Pollak at 2:17am 10.06.04
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I am interested in the 456 and have been talking to 2 dealers. Can anyone share there experience wit
gball at 1:52am 10.06.04
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I took my 170 out a couple weekends back (between Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne) and it was really b
bajgause at 1:47am 10.06.04
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I want to replace the hatch boards on my Oday 272 which are currently teak plywood and have started
bajgause at 1:43am 10.06.04
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I want to replace the hatch boards on my Oday 272 which are currently teak plywood and have started
Dave Oberle at 11:22pm 10.05.04
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This year my 1988 Legend35 is having the Mast Unstepped. I'm going to install a Wind Guage,and repla
Ken Palmer at 9:16pm 10.05.04
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This is the first year I will have the mast unstepped on my 1990 H33.5. It has the older below-deck
Rick at 4:34pm 10.05.04
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I am picking up my 005 H33 next week,so looking at all sites.I found looking at pick of other H33 th
rick at 4:17pm 10.05.04
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Any info on sites for mac venture cat15 or used sails or tarps?
rick at 4:14pm 10.05.04
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I've got a opportunity to buy a hurricane charley damaged 26x.It needs a new mast and spreaders.Does
zamibc at 3:38pm 10.05.04
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Anyone with information that will help to make the decision which boat to buy? Thanks
Dr Octagon at 12:15pm 10.05.04
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I have a problem. My family just aqquired a used Oday 28 and have been having a great time with it.
Ed Schenck at 11:46am 10.05.04
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It is that time of year again. Due to travel plans we hauled Ladylove(1979 H37C) almost a month ear
Larry D at 11:06am 10.05.04
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I am removing and replacing portlights from a 1976 25 ' O'day. I removed the screws and the innermos
richard smith at 10:59am 10.05.04
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I have a 1978 Hunter 30. At this time the shower drains into the bilge. Was this model supposed to
Marc14857 at 10:30am 10.05.04
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We love our 2003 356 and get a lot of use out of it. We sometimes sail with another couple and would
Michael Clark16033 at 10:09am 10.05.04
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I definetely have an intersting sailing story to tell. Actually, it's one that is not only imbarassi

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Funny Friday!!!   (1)
leo310 at 10:47am 01.24.21
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How repair nicks
fullbore at 10:46am 01.24.21
Winter sailing (Or Summer if you're below the equator)
jssailem at 10:43am 01.24.21
It has been too long since I was on the boat. November 2019. February is the limit of my tolerance.
Boom Bolt?
Project_Mayhem at 10:42am 01.24.21
Depending on the age of the bolt, it may have some significant wear and could be due for replacement
Pulley pullers
Project_Mayhem at 10:27am 01.24.21
Use a 50/50 combo of ATF and acetone if you encounter stuck parts. Works way better than PB Blaster
Delrin Sheaves   (1)
Joe Blizzard at 10:26am 01.24.21
Just out of curiosity, what was happening with the original aluminum sheaves that you felt the need
Boating License/Towing NJ
Project_Mayhem at 10:21am 01.24.21
Most states allow X number of days to get a trailer registered. So long as you have some paperwork (
Tartan 3700 Novis carbon fiber Mast
Hunter216 at 10:11am 01.24.21
We own a 2007 Tartan 3700 with a Novis carbon fiber mast. We have been very happy with both the bo
Winter sailing (Or Summer if you're below the equator)
Sailor Sue at 9:51am 01.24.21
Yup, have been sailing almost every day since the beginning of November on Charlotte Harbor. Even ha
Amount of Exhaust Water out the back
Head Sail at 9:44am 01.24.21
What is the problem you are having? Maybe everything is just fine. Is the engine getting to hot?
Winter sailing (Or Summer if you're below the equator)   (1)
ifmdalvey at 9:44am 01.24.21
As close as i get to the water in Maine
Yanmar 2GMF to 3GMD swap??
Claude L.-Auger at 9:36am 01.24.21
Pictures show that the 3 GMD is not fresh-water cooled. We do not see the heat exhanger on it. Not a
Winter sailing (Or Summer if you're below the equator)   (1)
LeeandRick at 9:36am 01.24.21
Last Sunday. @Ken Cross note T-shirt and sunglasses. Our S2 8.0C following our friends Doug and Kati
Hull speed and fuel consumption Hunter 30
JamesG161 at 9:31am 01.24.21
I calculated average nmpg for my Hunter 31, 2GM20F engine. :plus::plus: That is a typical engine
How to make your mask fit better
31seahorse at 9:25am 01.24.21
Pertinent information. Never too late for learning a new skill. Thanks.
Introduction and salt water trailer question
danooxnard at 9:10am 01.24.21
I have 1974 Catalina 22. It is on the original trailer. It is a California boat always in salt water
Introduction and salt water trailer question
sail sfbay at 9:07am 01.24.21
A steel trailer built with C-channel and painted with rustoleum (2 coats rusty metal primer/2 coats
Yanmar 2GMF to 3GMD swap??   (2)
xavierspl at 8:58am 01.24.21
Thanks for the dimensions! They look extremely close surprisingly. I already planned on a rebuild of
Hunter 34 Fuel Tank Well
splax at 8:55am 01.24.21
that drain well serves to indicate fuel hose failure by hold fuel spilled after fueling the tank
Hunter OEM Solar panel set up
Captain Mateo at 8:46am 01.24.21
Company website. :) http://www.specialtyconcepts.com/special_home.html Excellent thanks. Just che

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