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shemandr replied to the thread Gelcoat/Fiberglass Repair Recommendation - SF Bay Area.I had an encounter with one. In the post season layup I was ready to rip the marina for scratching my gelcoat when the admiral not so... -
shemandr replied to the thread Hunter 23 Jib and Marina Recommendation.I agree with above. Sheet is not supposed to run to that stanchion post. Look for or create an alternative. Also that lower shroud...
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fred1diver replied to the thread Help, terrible smelling boat.Honey dipper??? -
Davidasailor26 replied to the thread Hunter 23 Jib and Marina Recommendation.I agree with Kappy - the sheeting angle is not right, and that’s what’s letting the foot drape on the lifelines so much. Looking at... -
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The jib sheet needs to be farther aft to tighten the foot of the sail. From the scallops on the luff, I'd say the luff isn't tight enough. -
This is often done for long trade wind routes. You can use these as a jib, but they aren't as efficient. Look up Twizzle rig - here's... -
Not entirely sure about your challenge. Jibs generally refer to a sail that is the size of your Foresail area between the forestay and...
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Ccaverun replied to the thread Hunter 23 Jib and Marina Recommendation.As far as a marina able to work on sailboats in SW Va. try Pelican Point on Smith Mountain Lake. I grew up in that area and they were...
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you look great in your video!!! Jim... -
Sorry I have been absent, recovery from the brain hemorrhage is a full-time gig.. I am starting to move to video over written for...
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High just wondering what others are doing when the spring breaks on the door handle. The weight of the handle causes it to drop or... -
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Ddlochner replied to the thread Gelcoat/Fiberglass Repair Recommendation - SF Bay Area.Attack buoys are an under reported phenomenon. From out of nowhere they appear and feast on gelcoat. I had to fend one off in Norfolk...
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jssailem replied to the thread Not sure what to make of this or how the damage occurred.You may want to consider taping a plastic sheet over the area and then pulling a vacuum and seal it. Pull as much moisture as is... -
While materials and construction of bladder tanks probably has improved since the 80's, I recall that many owners disliked them for...
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Indeed. Bladder waste tanks are virtually guaranteed to stink. Ronco is a really good company. I'd give them a call and see what they...
