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Ddlochner replied to the thread Thru hull integrity.4200 is probably overkill and will make removing the fittings more difficult. I prefer pipe dope over teflon tape because it is easier...
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JoeWhite replied to the thread Marking nylon anchor rode..I cut one inch wide and 7 inch long srtips from a tired sail that I retired. I weave them through the strands of the rode and mark the... -
Keep in mind the holes through which that mast winch is bolted are far larger and under more stress than the gooseneck area. Having said... -
NYSail replied to the thread Thru hull integrity.So what are your thoughts on 4200 exclusively on the stem of the skin fitting going into the valve rather than Teflon tape / sealant? -
NYSail replied to the thread Thru hull integrity.These are the new……. The one with green is a valve I replaced 2 years ago. All on the outside. Value and inner are like new.
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Seeing the color on the "through hull" portion, I would replace it. It has been there for 25 years, as you state. Seems like you owe it... -
Ddlochner replied to the thread Thru hull integrity.It's a ball valve which is good. It does not have a flanged base, which is bad. The absence of a flanged base and the exposed threads...
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jssailem replied to the thread Sorting out reefing system 1986 Legend 37.Gentlemen, if your sail is loose-footed as many modern sails are, you do not want to attach the sail to the boom when you reef. If you... -
jssailem replied to the thread Thru hull integrity.Seeing the color on the "through hull" portion, I would replace it. It has been there for 25 years, as you state. Seems like you owe it...
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jssailem replied to the thread Marking nylon anchor rode..@Terry Cox's idea of colored twine makes a lot of sense. Paint on the chain and the rode will wear. Running a stitch of contrasting...
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jssailem replied to the thread Cruising the BC Gulf Islands..Yes, it sounds like he has gone native... But with a Brooklyn accent. You can take the man out of New York, but the NY sound...
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Me thinks Stu has picked up the BC lingo pretty well. I've listened to a number of BCrs talk over the years and to my ear, he's pretty...
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jssailem replied to the thread How many holes is too many?.As suggested by @Don S/V ILLusion , I would seek information from a professional source. Here on the West Coast, I like Ballenger Spar...
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NYSail replied to the thread Thru hull integrity.
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NYSail replied to the thread Thru hull integrity.I feel your pain. I had the smart idea to replace a few this season. the primary one that I wanted went in with no problem however, the...
