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John DeWitt at 4:54pm 06.19.02
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I launched my Hunter 27 (which I bought new in '78)this morning, and as the engine was idling while
Jim Cook at 3:39pm 06.19.02
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My S.O. (ie. 1st mate) complains about not being able to see forward. We saw and article somewhere
Scott at 3:38pm 06.19.02
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We have the scandvik faucet on our 410 in the galley. We have found that it's impossible to keep th
Linda Anderson at 2:59pm 06.19.02
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Where can I buy replacement hardware for my 1999 - 37.5 freezer compartment? Both latches are broke
Dan Busche at 2:31pm 06.19.02
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I have another issue with my boat. I bought it used last year of the internet. It needs a new floo
Dan Busche at 2:24pm 06.19.02
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I just checked on my 1993 H27! I had it on the trailer all winter with some tarp over it, with mast
Tom Wingo at 1:37pm 06.19.02
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>I have had my Catalina 30 for about 3 months now. I >have a Danforth anchor that stores in the anch
jim oursler at 10:35am 06.19.02
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The small tank under the forward dinette seat is not enough capacity. Has anyone done anything unde
David Popken at 10:28am 06.19.02
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OK, I've been through the threads in the Forum Archives regarding weather helm issues and I still ca
Ron at 10:21am 06.19.02
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Here goes my dignity! I disconnected my battery cable from my motor for winter storage. In my wisd
TOM at 9:51am 06.19.02
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I RECHARGED BOTH BATTERIES AT THE GAS STAION AND PUT THEM BACK IN THE BOAT. MY PROBLEM IS MY DEPTH
Ron Stephanson at 7:03am 06.19.02
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Looking for used main sail for H23- the specs on the capri 22 look about the same- I have a luff 25'
Jose Venegas at 6:48am 06.19.02
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We plan to sail with our 12 year old son from Marblehead to Nantucket and MV for 2 weeks starting Ju
Working From Home at 6:30am 06.19.02
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Sail a H280 and have not found the ideal wind speed to assume when to set my two reefing points. I
Tracy Frantz at 6:24am 06.19.02
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We just purchased a 2002 Hunter 420 and much to our surprise, when we were checking out the boat, th
Fred G at 6:19am 06.19.02
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I have an 81' H30 and the traveller lines are secured at the cockpit with these simple no-moving-par
Fred G at 6:05am 06.19.02
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I spent a considerable amout of time this spring washing, compunding, poilshing, and waxing my 81' H
Phil D. at 5:42am 06.19.02
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Anyone have any experience with a Dutchman sail handling system? Pros ' Cons?
John Visser at 5:31am 06.19.02
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Anyone have any thought or experiences to share on "automatic" mainsail covers? These are covers th
Todd B. at 5:28am 06.19.02
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My oil filter will not come off (Universal M18 engine). Does anyone have any suggestions? I alread

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Chirping alarm sound while engine running
sesmith at 7:01am 08.10.20
The comment above by Joe White is an interesting one. Last season we had an intermittent buzz on ou
Laguna 26
SailingLoto at 6:57am 08.10.20
One wry observation: at that price, you got a real good deal on a trailer and they threw in a free b
Laguna 26 mast lowering/raising
SailingLoto at 6:55am 08.10.20
yep, same bracket. mine also has a plate under it to attach blocks to for cockpit routed halyards
First Weekend as a Widgeon Owner
Hunter216 at 6:54am 08.10.20
Hunter216, Thanks for the comments. The jib lines outside the shrouds looked odd to me, but that w
Laguna 26
FastOlson at 6:51am 08.10.20
One wry observation: at that price, you got a real good deal on a trailer and they threw in a free b
Handle sticks
Alansails at 6:47am 08.10.20
Use mineral oil or head lube
Siracco 15 gooseneck repair
BILLNPR at 6:46am 08.10.20
Have a similar goose neck but the fitting, goose neck, with the spring was out of it. Thanks for the
Laguna 26 mast lowering/raising
LagunaJay at 6:45am 08.10.20
Okay, thanks so much. Great to hear that from an actual Laguna 26 owner! Do you have the same stai
Laguna 26   (1)
SailingLoto at 6:41am 08.10.20
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Help me with mainsail please!
Bubbadog at 6:31am 08.10.20
All I have now is a sail and empty boom and mast. I have some ideas so gonna try to do what I think
First Weekend as a Widgeon Owner
Kyle Partain at 6:22am 08.10.20
Hunter216, Thanks for the comments. The jib lines outside the shrouds looked odd to me, but that wa
Help me with mainsail please!
kappykaplan at 6:20am 08.10.20
Photos?
Laguna 26
SailingLoto at 6:09am 08.10.20
Nice find.... For the headliner, I'd go recommend looking at outdoor carpet tiles.
ODay 272LE bimini
greenegg at 5:48am 08.10.20
I also have a '272LE and am thinking of installing a bimini. I'd be very interested in seeing pictu
Help! Fresh water system sucking air?
Kevin Johnson at 5:48am 08.10.20
Did everything work well prior to the pump change? Other than change the pump what other hose or pi
Laguna 26
rgranger at 5:43am 08.10.20
Nice find.... For the headliner, I'd recommend looking at outdoor carpet tiles.
Looking at this makes me glad I got a Mac!
rgranger at 5:38am 08.10.20
sorry I misspelled it... no "h". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gunkholing https://www.google.com/
First Weekend as a Widgeon Owner
Hunter216 at 5:35am 08.10.20
@Kyle Partain It looks like you have the makings of a great sailor - persistence is key :) Lookin
What conditions can a water ballast boat sail in?
rgranger at 5:32am 08.10.20
I have the Hunter 26. And I am now living someplace where I can count on a decent breeze almost any

NYSail at 5:28am 08.10.20
JB Weld was used on my coolant neck. I was thinking the same....... Thanks. Think I will give it

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