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The admiral would go for "The hole thingy with the rope" -
Kings Gambit replied to the thread OK, I'm a word snob.There are many more. Cabin vs room; bunk vs bed; starboard, port vs right, left; helm vs wheel; fender vs bumper; fuel vs gas, etc.
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Kings Gambit replied to the thread OK, I'm a word snob.Better than resorting to "thingamajig", IMO.
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Alias, I'm of an age where recalling the correct word is sometimes difficult, and must substitute a analogous word or description until...
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Ddlochner replied to the thread Upward bend in sanitary line.Sometimes less is more. You can loosening the bolts but may need to replace the joker valve. Be careful with plastic parts you don’t...
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john6206 replied to the thread Upward bend in sanitary line.@dlochner THAT could be it! I didn’t mess around with those screws, tightened ‘em down like I meant business. Same with the screws... -
Bless your heart can also mean something COMPLETELY different in the Deep South. -
BarryL replied to the thread OK, I'm a word snob.Hello, Over time my expectations have diminished. Now I'm happy if I hear galley instead of kitchen or head instead of bathroom. Barry. -
BarryL replied to the thread Was I lucky or what? Forestay failure!.Hey, I'm not trying to be an ass. Standing rigging does not last forever. In salt water (where I sail) I replace my rigging after 15...
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You are lucky. Time to replace the rest of the rigging and inspect all the fittings. A new furler is also in order. -
Wow - play the lottery bc you are lucky That thingy was acting as your chain plate. Broke is a way, as if it was cut. Probably over...
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sailcapt340 replied to the thread Slab reefing setup question..Not sure if this will help you, it comes from the pages of my 340 Manual. Thought I would add it though for you to see a diagram and... -
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sailme88 replied to the thread Funny Friday!!!. -
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Captain Larry-DH reacted to Rich Stidger's post in the thread Flash tape, spikes, and a seagull.Oh my! with
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Having had my sailboat on a mooring for many years, and also on a dock for 4 years, I have noticed that bird issues on a mooring are... -
Ddlochner replied to the thread Unmasting a b and r rig.The pick point for the mast is at the center of balance which will vary for each mast depending on whether it is a single spreader or...
