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Roger at 4:19am 11.25.03
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The recent thread about climbing a mast while on the hard has led me to ask experienced sailors and
Robert Taylor at 3:12am 11.25.03
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i am trying to find: a) a source for quality replacement red light bulbs for the dual overhead ligh
Howard Stiles at 2:34am 11.25.03
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I have a 1978, 23 ft O'Day and I'd like to replace the rub rail which is pretty well shot. Local mar
Msturn at 2:02am 11.25.03
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Does anyone know where to get parts for the older Standard horizon pod Instruments ?
Capt'n BoB at 1:56am 11.25.03
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Ran accross an interesting concept for battery maintenance. Is any body using a Pluse Tech battery c
Don at 1:07am 11.25.03
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Has anyone done this and what's involved? Due to a recent grounding, the rudder on my 1993 37.5 is
Don Guillette at 11:41pm 11.24.03
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Apparently every one understands draft depth and draft position. Actually, I think most mates found
joe at 10:48pm 11.24.03
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forgive the ignorance, but does one need to check the transmission fluid on the 2002 universal 25hp
Simon at 10:43pm 11.24.03
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Hi: I am considering buying a '88 Hunter 23 without rigging and mast. I just researched the specs an
Rick Evans at 10:02pm 11.24.03
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I just attended a marine electronics class. The instructor stated that shutting off the key does not
Rick Evans at 9:59pm 11.24.03
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just attended a marine electronics class. The instructor stated that shutting off the key to the eng
Debra B at 8:46pm 11.24.03
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Am still trying to solve the problem of installing a larger holding tank. I have found one at Ronco
Mark at 4:44pm 11.24.03
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Down here the shortest shaft outboard is 15 inches. One of the smaller yachts I own (18') has always
Bob F at 12:46pm 11.24.03
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My plunger/pump O-ring is getting tired, and I find myself removing the plunger and relubing it ofte
Bob F at 12:36pm 11.24.03
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While out this weekend, wind was a bit stronger than usual, 17-21 kts. I have single line reef setup
Jamie Gartland at 11:43am 11.24.03
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When it rains it pours.....Has anyone replaced their Plexi over the companion way??? I think that i
Thad Gilder at 11:03am 11.24.03
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Still drying on the hard. Need to finish some projects quickly as hull will be ready for patch and
Dan at 10:47am 11.24.03
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I think my motor is a 1975. It's got mounting holes on the shift and throttle for remote control. An
Jason L at 9:26am 11.24.03
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Hi all, I have two questions for you. First, the compass on my newly aquired O28 is glazed from UV
Bill at 8:41am 11.24.03
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We will be sailing in relatively light winds - usually < 15 - 18 k - on inland lakes. Would like to

Recent Replies

Funny Friday!!!
jon hansen at 2:27pm 11.23.20
posed nude for an art class today. they didn't ask me to. i think they were making ceramic bowls.
ATN gennaker
danvon at 2:13pm 11.23.20
I'd second not using the sock. It is not impossible for the plastic ring at the end of the sock (wh
Salt Water Foot Pump = Broken/Spun Impellers
justsomeguy at 2:02pm 11.23.20
Ahah! Thanks for clarifying.
How to replace eyes on pulpits
pmbuck at 1:43pm 11.23.20
Thank you! This is useful. I have NO idea whether it's original or not.
Wowza. these AC75 boats have become spaceships
Will Gilmore at 1:43pm 11.23.20
Thay are probably not allowed to run into each other. :poke: -Will (Dragonfly)
Salt Water in Bilge
sailme88 at 1:18pm 11.23.20
UNDERSTANDING THAT THE ENGINE WAS REMOVED... but what about the shaft and stuffing box?
Salt Water Foot Pump = Broken/Spun Impellers
jssailem at 1:08pm 11.23.20
I have heard of that happening to impellers from discount sellers. It could be a manufacturing issu
H31 - Input on servicing original stuffing box
Claude L.-Auger at 12:36pm 11.23.20
As far as packing size, yours is probably 3/16 based on your shaft being 1'' and on the generally ac
Salt Water in Bilge
pilott at 12:34pm 11.23.20
Back siphoning through the bilge pump outlet? When you are heeled over, that throughhull submerges?
Salt Water Foot Pump = Broken/Spun Impellers   (1)
jonelli at 12:06pm 11.23.20
So there's no spline/boss to drive the impeller, it's a friction fit onto its shaft? Yes there is,
Repairing boat after Hurricane Zeta   (2)
JamesG161 at 11:57am 11.23.20
These are two iconic pictures from the boat... .:laugh: From the Dome light in the Front Head...
Salt Water Foot Pump = Broken/Spun Impellers
justsomeguy at 11:29am 11.23.20
It was "spun" as stated in the title. So there's no spline/boss to drive the impeller, it's a fric
Interesting concept?
SFS at 11:27am 11.23.20
I see what you did there, bud.
Windlass v. Anchor Winch for H260
Ralph Johnstone at 11:22am 11.23.20
Any and all opinions are greatly appreciated . If you need a windlass because of a bad back, YOU
Anchor Chain Catenary. Anchor Test Video by SV Panope
Tom J at 11:18am 11.23.20
Interesting data. I use 100' of chain as my primary anchor rode, and I prefer to use 5:1 scope for
Anchor Chain Catenary. Anchor Test Video by SV Panope
thinwater at 11:16am 11.23.20
Tree bend is a good question. Let's look at that. Pounds/Extension/max bend per 100 pounds/energy 1
Advice on cabin interior wall replacement project
dlochner at 11:16am 11.23.20
Why save the vinyl? The foam behind the vinyl is already deteriorating, see the piece hanging down?
Salt Water Foot Pump = Broken/Spun Impellers
jonelli at 11:14am 11.23.20
You never stated what exactly it was that failed. Is there a spline on the hub that dissolved? Got
Interesting concept?
Gene Neill at 11:10am 11.23.20
At least half, probably more, of the folks looking at this display would likely not be interested i
Anchor Chain Catenary. Anchor Test Video by SV Panope
jssailem at 11:04am 11.23.20
I too watch and like the work presented by Steve and his practical testing. While he applies scienti

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