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Looking for a diesel that is in good condition or rebuildable condition to retrofit my Atomic 4. ema
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Which chartplotter/GPS would anyone recommend in the sub $1000 range? This will be for Biscayne Bay
Pancho at 7:47am 12.15.01
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I have a 1984 hunter 31. There is a crack where the keel joins the hull. I have noticed this on othe
Ron Stortz at 12:40am 12.15.01
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Can Someone help? I need to find a replacement hatch for my boat. Are other size MacGregor sail bo
Dave at 9:25pm 12.14.01
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Has anyone installed a generator in a 35 size boat? Does anyone use a portable generator? I worry
David at 6:31am 12.14.01
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I have seen a few posts here for GPS/Chartplotter recommendations. However I still have a few addit
Pat Spino at 4:10am 12.14.01
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Any 35.5 Legend owners upgrade to a mattress for the large aft berth? If so I would appreciate pric
Colin at 1:24am 12.14.01
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I believe that I am not unlike a lot of other cruisers in that I seldom (never) change my headsail.
Rob at 1:37pm 12.13.01
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Phil - On a recent post someone mentioned that a lot of people forget that this site has a chandelr
Tom at 9:05am 12.13.01
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My issue is that I got a new anchor rode this year...it was a (very expensive) really nice 5/8" 8-pl
Mike Casucci at 7:12am 12.13.01
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Need to rewire mast on my 1985 Cat 30. Anybody know if any special materials needed?
Tom at 5:40am 12.13.01
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Just bought a "79 Catalina 27 with an Atomic 4 engine. Question is, how reliable is this engine and
russ at 3:00am 12.13.01
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I read recently in the Raymarine Forum that several sailors had their displays replaced on older ST5
Dean Eiland at 1:12am 12.13.01
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I am considering a trip from Florida (most likely Fort Lauderdale) to Freeport Bahamas in a H26 arou
Bob at 10:51pm 12.12.01
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Hi: I need to buy a spreader endcap protector - - just don't know the size I need (I think Wes
warren feldstein at 8:25pm 12.12.01
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Are people generally happy with their bow thrusters. What is the factory installed unit? Is there
Leonard Hooks at 10:52am 12.12.01
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I'm installing a shore power connection on my 25. Most shore connections I've seen are in the stern
Guest at 5:59am 12.12.01
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I spend a lot of time on my h450 and get tired of the same old CD,s. Satellite Radio(MX)technology s
Dave at 3:12am 12.12.01
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WE are researching the market and wonder if there are any boat brands we shouldn't consider.
Tom Wanderer at 10:52pm 12.11.01
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I am about order roller furling for my hunter 25. My question this time is regarding the replaceme

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Extending 120 volt AC wiring
Ron20324 at 11:31am 05.23.20
BigEasy Are you concerned about the possibility of a failed external shower hose soo close to those
New (for us) 1973 Catalina 22 and basic mast tuning
IASailor at 11:21am 05.23.20
@flipwalker Your story sounds just like mine. I figured out I need tuning as well ( Catalina 22 won'
New to trailer sailing and need advice on stepping mast
LloydB at 11:21am 05.23.20
I'm sure Dave will give you some good ideas about a mast raising system and explain the benefits and
79 Hunter 27 Spedometer wheel
tmjb at 11:07am 05.23.20
Sure Chris. I will try and do so later today and let you know.
New (for us) 1973 Catalina 22 and basic mast tuning
flipwalker at 11:01am 05.23.20
Redoing turnbuckles at every mast raising got old real quick. We started using quick pins, much ea
Catalina 22 wont turn at low speeds
IASailor at 11:01am 05.23.20
How about the cross-current? That is an issue when I sail in the Mississippi, but this was in a la
Loose Bolt on the end of my 84 Oday 222 boom - How the heck do I tighten this? HELP!!
Ron20324 at 10:54am 05.23.20
I used to have a 222. I assume you mean the bigger bolt at the center of the boom? The bolt is SUPP
Fresh Water Manifold Leak
MetricMountie at 10:51am 05.23.20
The fittings I was referring to in my above message are made by ZURN Pex plumbing fittings.
Catalina 22 wont turn at low speeds
Ron20324 at 10:48am 05.23.20
How about the cross-current?
Diesel fuel leak
MikeHoncho at 10:47am 05.23.20
Hi All, I hope you are all doing well and getting back out on the water. I have a 1999 Catalina 38
Electric Ferries Coming to Maine?
Hunter216 at 10:38am 05.23.20
I wouldn't want my boat to be made of stone, I find the decor weird. Some airport gate seats and s
New Main Sail Options
JRT at 10:32am 05.23.20
Try Mack Sails, they have good reviews, make them in the USA and said 4 weeks to build a full set an
APS is going out of business
Phil Herring at 10:28am 05.23.20
They are though, but in a different way. Because Amazon has all the sales data, they have been known
79 Hunter 27 Spedometer wheel
CMF Hunter 27 at 10:24am 05.23.20
I just ordered one but send me a message if your looking to offload. After talking to the previous
Electric Ferries Coming to Maine?
JohnShannon at 10:19am 05.23.20
I wouldn't want my boat to be made of stone, I find the decor weird. Some airport gate seats and so
Man Over Board... While Motoring!
jon hansen at 10:18am 05.23.20
let's keep it safe boys!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday might be the day I finally move the boat
IASailor at 10:16am 05.23.20
Good luck! Here's to having a great day.
Replace Rivets or Tap and Screw?
catalanc at 10:14am 05.23.20
I've done this many times, replacing the original SS with the same. There is really no reason to ch

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