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I just bought a 1987 23" Hunter sail boat and I am also new to sailing. I would like to replace the
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Gary and Don did a nice job on this quiz, didn't they? We learned a few things and there's some goo
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Hello everyone: I recently purchased a new 2001 Hunter 290, but unfortunately, I do not have the ow
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Has anyone installed a "Boomkicker" support on a H-28.5? What size? Satisfied? Considering replaci
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Hi folks, I'm looking to purchace a 26x MacGregor but am not sure what differences if any there wer
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Hi there MacGregor owners. I just became one recently and have a list of questions. It is a 26S 1992
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My husband I spent our first weekend on the 1985 Hunter 34 we purchased. Just for fun today we trie
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Hello folks: I recently purchased a 2001 Hunter 290, but I do not have the owner's manual. Does any
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I've been hearing some squeaking as my boom swings around at the dock. I'd lubricated the gooseneck
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I currently own a 1977 Hunter 27. I am looking to upgrade to a larger boat. The boat that I am looki
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Hello folk: I recently lost the track (while sailing)to my bimini that holds the top to the arch. I
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Has anyone had experiance with the Nexus Instrument system. I installed a system on my Cal 33 two ye
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First sail in my new 2004, and immediately discovered a suprising problem: The bimini comes far eno
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I am probably asking a common question. I am looking into buying a MacGregor. Can someone point ou
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I put my 1987 375 First in the water two weeks ago and on our first cruise of the season I noticed w
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I'm getting ready to put my trim that I just cleaned and varnished back on the boat. Someone sugges
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Found my bilge pump running went I went on board this morning. No water in blige, no dirt or debris
Mark15277 at 10:10am 06.27.04
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Here's one for you. As you all can relate, one of the joys of ownership is working on your boat, do

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Anchor chain question.....
Charlie Jones s/v Tehani at 6:25am 11.06.20
On my 25, I carry 75 feet of Hi Test 1/4 inch chain, backed by 200 feet of nylon. I've cruised the c
Anchor chain question.....
thinwater at 6:22am 11.06.20
I think the OP is on the right track. it comes down to typical water depth. As Kings Gambit implies,
My Favorite Job of the Year
RoyS at 6:22am 11.06.20
Why can't you just put the lubricant into the toilet bowl and pump? I would think it ends up in the
O'Day 28 Standing Headroom?
sreidvt at 6:18am 11.06.20
There isn't a lot of information out there, here's what I found: https://svviolethour.com/2017/01/2
O'Day 28 Standing Headroom?
sreidvt at 6:16am 11.06.20
Been on my 1985 ODay 28 the last few days taking it 60 miles to get the bottom done. Regarding hea
O'Day 28 Standing Headroom?
dmax at 6:13am 11.06.20
There isn't a lot of information out there, here's what I found: https://svviolethour.com/2017/01/29
Oh, one more thing.....
Jackdaw at 6:13am 11.06.20
Oh yea, a totally amazing day. Beautiful ceremony on the grass at a historic mansion in St Paul. Rac
Firefly Carbon Foam AGM batteries
tfox2069 at 6:04am 11.06.20
Actually, I did misread mainsail's comments the first time. My apologies. However, my power si
Which Type of Intake Strainer is Recommended?
RoyS at 6:01am 11.06.20
I had both internal and external strainers on my engine raw water intake and my toilet intake. I rem
O'Day 28 Standing Headroom?
sreidvt at 6:00am 11.06.20
My boat is a little bigger (11,500 lb.) and has 21 hp - it powers the boat surprisingly well with o
Halloween cruise
jssailem at 5:59am 11.06.20
Great story Hayden. We saw that moon rise while with the grandkids on their quest for Halloween cand
Anchor chain question.....
smokey73 at 5:50am 11.06.20
Is the chain (either one) Chinese made? Not saying all Chinese chain is not up to snuff, but it is
Anchor chain question.....
jssailem at 5:38am 11.06.20
I am guessing a lower bow weight would be preferable even in a 42 ft boat. The question I have is w
Hunter 23.5 Rear Berth
CrispyCringle at 5:26am 11.06.20
The amount of effort it takes to get in and out of the rear berth makes it a no-go for sleeping back
Which Type of Intake Strainer is Recommended?
ifmdalvey at 5:11am 11.06.20
I like the hinged version, have used one for 5 years and its the best investment i have made.
Speaker Install For Radio and Music?
DayDreamer41 at 5:05am 11.06.20
I think he was referring to getting out of Pago Pago, American Samoa. Perhaps that is what is mean
Larger Wheel on 260
SFS at 5:01am 11.06.20
If you decide to make a change, there are plenty for sale on eBay.
Larger Wheel on 260
Joe at 4:59am 11.06.20
You might consider an autopilot with a remote.... or.... I have seen "tiller extensions" with adapte

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