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LeeHound at 6:04pm 04.24.02
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I am ready to improve performance of my Sabre32 by reducing drag! What works best with the Sabre's o
Terry Cox at 4:16pm 04.24.02
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Phil, I posted this article on 4/9 and received several responses, however, I would like your opinio
Tom at 1:05pm 04.24.02
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I am looking to get new bottom paint on my H31. Any recommendation on type of paint to use and a ba
Jim at 12:23pm 04.24.02
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I've owned my boat for 3 years and noticed that it doesn't steer in reverse as well to starboard as
Steve at 12:09pm 04.24.02
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I'm the new owner of a 74'Venture 21. This may sound silly, but when going to the bow to raise or ta
Cliff Ruckstuhl at 11:53am 04.24.02
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I have started a 28.5 group are you aware of it do you want to join. email me off site cliffr@brig
Tim McCarty at 10:17am 04.24.02
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Just attended the, North Sails sponsor'd, seminar on Cruising and Seamanship, and learned more about
John at 10:12am 04.24.02
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Below the dinette, and just forward of the aft seat I notice a small crack that is located about 6 i
Elwin Schwartz at 9:46am 04.24.02
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Those of you with 29.5's or other boats with a similar layout- do you have a problem securing the sa
Dan at 8:48am 04.24.02
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I'm considering buying a Hunter 31. Is there a source to find out what kind of problems I should lo
Steve at 8:37am 04.24.02
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I am looking to get an auto pilot for my 95 Hunter 29.5. Any suggestions? I have look at Autohelm
jgdriscoll@hotmail.com at 8:04am 04.24.02
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Have interest in 1990 or newer Beneteau 39-44 3 cabin model only). Please e-mail jgdriscoll@hotmai
Scott at 7:16am 04.24.02
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Just picked up our new to us '98 410! Great passage back with it about 300 nautical miles... Noticed
Mike Casucci at 7:06am 04.24.02
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I had a PSS shaft seal installed last year. When boat is launched do I have to do antything with the
Malcolm at 6:47am 04.24.02
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I took delivery last Saturday 4/20/02 of an 89 Legend 37. I'm still flying with excitement. But on a
Bob F at 6:42am 04.24.02
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Has anybody installed small shelves above the vberths? My prior boat (Catalina) had small shelves th
Angel Fernandez at 5:58am 04.24.02
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Hi I recently restored a '74 25 Venture and never sailed one before. The boat sails great but I can
Colin at 5:30am 04.24.02
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The settee cushions in my 335 are not staying in place with the current velcro method of attachment.
Brian at 4:29am 04.24.02
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I reciently purchased a Hunter 28.5. I noticed that there are no chocks to guide the anchor rode th
Paul Aubrecht at 3:52am 04.24.02
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Can some one explain how to replace the Outhaul line?I am trying to pull another one through and I g

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My Boat Is Held Together By Zip Ties!
ggrizzard at 4:33pm 06.12.20
Thanks guys... Sounds like a plan for next week.
Gloucester 22 Owners   (3)
Cjflyer at 4:22pm 06.12.20
Hello folks We have hull 132, a 1994 G22. We have had MayFly for about two years but only just sail
Grab bars on deck
jssailem at 4:09pm 06.12.20
@bstaff250 I can appreciate the need to feel secure as you move about the boat. i like the mock up
Just finished new renovations
ontherocks83 at 3:58pm 06.12.20
remove the port light clean off the silicone and use Sikaflex instead.
Alternator belt adjustment   (1)
LeslieTroyer at 3:52pm 06.12.20
Stiff Steering Wheel
arf145 at 3:51pm 06.12.20
Did you release the wheel brake? When I first sailed my 331 away from the previous owner's dock, I
Alternator belt adjustment
d-marko at 3:49pm 06.12.20
How do you guys tension the belt? I've had quite the time trying to tension the belt to 1/2" deflect
Cristobal Wind Info
WayneH at 3:49pm 06.12.20
The Admiral and I were in Pensacola on Bayou Chico for the storm. Being on the dirty side of the sto
Debating motors
Whatfiero1 at 3:45pm 06.12.20
The Honda 2.3. Light. And the most dependable little motor ever. Bad gas old gas I honestly believ
Debating motors
Hunter216 at 3:45pm 06.12.20
I think Tohatsu makes a 3.5 that has a F R shifter.
Grab bars on deck
Joe at 3:43pm 06.12.20
Mock it up with pvc pipe so you can move it around, make adjustments in height, etc. Only after you
Engine Cover Removal 40.5?
Rick D at 3:42pm 06.12.20
Er, why? Good question! Engine access. Last time it was to check the valve lash,
Questions about Radar on smaller boats?
sail sfbay at 3:37pm 06.12.20
Sailed/motored in fog and moonless and/or cloudy nights on both the east and west coast and inland w
146 Tiller Arm
BobbyFunn at 3:33pm 06.12.20
Do you know if the one for the 170 is the same?
Grab bars on deck   (1)
Hunter216 at 3:25pm 06.12.20
Air Conditioner Install
sail sfbay at 3:18pm 06.12.20
Dometic turbo 16000 btu AC with optional sound cover.......that is what I plan to install on my Hunt
Debating motors
sail sfbay at 3:14pm 06.12.20
Spend a little more and buy a lightweight Torqeedo 503 0r for a little more 1003? I have a 503 for
Engine Cover Removal 40.5?
Rick486 at 3:14pm 06.12.20
Er, why?

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