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jssailem replied to the thread Replacement roller furling for a 1979 Hunter 30.As David shares, racers often raise and lower sails to maintain speed. The dual tracks are very helpful for this purpose. On the other... -
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The only really racing specific feature of furlers I know of is that some have two tracks in the foils, so that a new sail can be raised... -
Ccolemj replied to the thread Cabin AC unit on P42.It does seem the price has gone up a bit since we bought them. They appear to be ~$500 more than a 16kbtu old style Dometic unit...
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That is a nice, solid looking arrangement you have there! I do have a Raymarine 4000+ but may upgrade at some point. It is chattering... -
Davidasailor26 replied to the thread Replacement roller furling for a 1979 Hunter 30.The only really racing specific feature of furlers I know of is that some have two tracks in the foils, so that a new sail can be raised...
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jssailem replied to the thread Epoxy Paint.I would ask the painting company about the available paint. What is PREPPED CORRECTLY for the surface you are intending to cover? Can...
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I have a 1997 h40.5 with Marine Air also, but mine are still working fine. The only suggestion I have is exhaust all possibilities of...
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Don't buy old technology A/C today, and definitely don't try to keep a 31yo system going with replacement parts unless they are simple...
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jssailem replied to the thread Replacement roller furling for a 1979 Hunter 30.This conflicts with my thinking. :yikes::yikes: Function, reliability, and performance are factors I consider in a furler. Function...
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shemandr replied to the thread Epoxy Paint.After doing the prep, which is the majority of the work, why use an uncertain coating technology? If the OP doesn't have access to the... -
jssailem replied to the thread LED light upgrade for 1988 Saber 34mkII.Sure. Become weather-wise. Have a good chart for the adventure you are contemplating. Study the route. Have optional stops, should...
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jssailem replied to the thread Raising a new main halyard.Great suggestion @Joe . I have added these scissors to my bag. Miller KS-1 Yellow Fiber Optic Kevlar Scissors Safer than the ceramic...
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I've used a paper clip for a somewhat flexible connector, plus one or two wraps of painter's tape to keep a smooth exterior. The clip...
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jssailem replied to the thread LUCKGRIB and developing ideas in Weather Forecasting for Passage making..I have found that there is a learning curve involved in developing reliable results. Once you understand the structure of the...
