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Generic Sailing Calculations Clyde at 4:42am 05.03.02 Ask All Sailors 2/2100 Here are some generic sailing calculations, these calculations are based on theoretical conditions (
Removing Duct Tape adhesive Greg Sampson at 4:02am 05.03.02 Ask All Sailors 4/1321 I made the mistake of covering up a couple of holes I was going to epoxy on my bulkhead and in the c
Cruise in Maine this Summer Paul Akers at 3:35am 05.03.02 Other Sailboats 0/669
AC/DC refrigeration Lee Hadjiosif at 1:48am 05.03.02 Other Sailboats 6/1510 I'm looking to add a marine refrigerator to my ice box but want to be able to run in on AC when I'm
Hull speed Formula? Marc at 1:21am 05.03.02 Ask All Sailors 2/1283 what is the formula for calculating the theoretical hull speed? I remember something like 1.7 x Sq.
New Motor Don at 12:04am 05.03.02 Smaller Boats 5/890 I will be repacing my outboard soon and was wanting to know what H.P. is recommended? I want to use
Clorax bleach Lee at 11:25pm 05.02.02 Marine Plumbing and Sanitation 5/1514 Peggie, The regular clorax bleach used to say on the bottle that it can be used to purify water in a
Tell-tales on a furling mainsail Wolfram Milz at 11:21pm 05.02.02 Big Boats 4/1678 On my 1999 Hunter 410 I have a Seldon rollerfurling mainsail and have problems with my tell-tales. I
Help in de-naming Bob McGee, O'Day 22 at 10:24pm 05.02.02 Ask All Sailors 12/1437 The name I am trying to remove was painted in dark blue directly onto the gel coat, off-white. At t
Weeds? Doug Nowell at 6:31pm 05.02.02 Smaller Boats 3/781 Is it possible that, if you keep your centreboard down all the time, weed and other marine growth wi
batton size for an 85 23'? measurments? steven de filippis at 2:18pm 05.02.02 Smaller Boats 3/816 does anyone know the measurements of the battons on a 1985 hunter 23"? i just bought some generic b
Trojan T-105s and H380 or 376 Marty at 2:17pm 05.02.02 Big Boats 5/858 I'd like to replace my 4D under the port setee with 4 Trojan T-105 6 volts in my 2001 H380. I will
2GM20F Fresh Water Flush? Jim A at 1:31pm 05.02.02 Ask All Sailors 4/1262 Are there any tricks to flushing the fresh water system.
Rotted, engine mounts? Brian D at 1:30pm 05.02.02 Other Sailboats 1/850 I have a 1986 catalina 36, the front starboard side engine mount is loose.I can pull the bolts out
Factory Changes to the 356 thus far Deac at 1:18pm 05.02.02 Big Boats 0/799 I'm interested in what changes have been made thus far in the production of the Hunter 356. I've not
Solar energy Bernard at 1:16pm 05.02.02 Ask All Sailors 3/1004 How difficult is it to install your self solar panelsAny experience, reference ????Different manuf
Fuel Filters Mike H. at 1:09pm 05.02.02 Ask An Oday Owner 1/883 I am trying to change my fuel filters on my 1982 O'Day 34. I am having trouble figuring out how to
to barrier coat or not to barrier coat Sean at 1:08pm 05.02.02 Other Sailboats 4/1955 Just bought a new 380. Anyone have thoughts on applying a barrier coat priorto bottom painting. I'v
Leak Under Table Gary Johnson at 12:57pm 05.02.02 Smaller Boats 6/1059 I have water under the deck beneath the table on my 83 C22. I can't access this area without cutting
Looking for Upholsterer Ray at 11:47am 05.02.02 Ask All Sailors 5/938 Looking for a good/reasonable upholsterer for interior/exterior cushions "new". Need to be in the Ti

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Canvas winter cover Bob S at 9:55am 03.25.20 My body is getting old but my mind still thinks it's young! (until I look in the mirror.) :yikes: I
SS U-Mixing elbow Ralph Johnstone at 9:48am 03.25.20 Hang on Ken. Headed out to the boat today, will pull mine and stick my nose in it.
Catalina 310 history questions Witzend at 9:46am 03.25.20 I believe I drilled at least 1/4", but will check next time I get to the boat.
HUNTER 41 DIRECT TOILET DISCHARGE QUESTION Peggie Hall HeadMistress at 9:13am 03.25.20 Unless I'm missing something, adding the ability to flush that toilet directly overboard shouldn't b
In Mast Mainsail furling Jake N Eggs at 9:06am 03.25.20 The sail can be pulled out with the outhaul easily if the furling line is completely loose. If the w
Canvas winter cover dlochner at 9:04am 03.25.20 Rich and Dave, Do you install and remove your covers or do you let the yard do it? I had a Fairclou
Battery Mixing integrating Lithium Lifepo4 AGM or Gell Hayden Watson at 9:00am 03.25.20 Your alternator only works when the engine is running. The simple solution is to install a Sterling
SS U-Mixing elbow Justin_NSA at 8:53am 03.25.20 Good input. We never really get a reason to "open her up" on our pond, but I should do it anyway.
SS U-Mixing elbow SFS at 8:48am 03.25.20 I'm not sure if it was the engine tune, lugging the RPMs or what, but some folks have shown heavy c
Dodger Rich Stidger at 8:47am 03.25.20 I have access to a Sailrite machine and I have been doing repairs and new projects for several years
Canvas winter cover sailme88 at 8:42am 03.25.20 I have a like new canvas cover. Because I unstep and bring my boat home, I am unable to use it sinc
Dodger ToddS at 8:41am 03.25.20 What part of Cape Cod? We sail out of Hospital Cove (which nobody has heard of), which is right ne
Canvas winter cover Rich Stidger at 8:38am 03.25.20 Bob, I store with my mast in, although the cover is designed for mast out as well. And it can be i
Canvas winter cover Bob S at 8:26am 03.25.20 Rich and Dave, Do you install and remove your covers or do you let the yard do it? I had a Faircloug
SS U-Mixing elbow Justin_NSA at 8:24am 03.25.20 I'm not sure if it was the engine tune, lugging the RPMs or what, but some folks have shown heavy ca
Stern Tube Vent Fitting Failure DougM at 8:12am 03.25.20 I have the same device (B331) but I wiggle it often and it seems fine. However, do you really need
In Mast Mainsail furling Don S/V ILLusion at 8:08am 03.25.20
Dodger Bob S at 8:05am 03.25.20 Good luck Todd, I was thinking of doing the same. I decided to have mine made. Just finding space la
SS U-Mixing elbow capta at 8:04am 03.25.20 Justin mentioned occasional cleaning - do you remove and clean yours on some periodic schedule? No
Dodger capta at 8:00am 03.25.20 Since most boats have the dodger added after they are sold, it is unlikely that any online company c

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