Stus-List Re: Kite jibing--end for end or dip pole?

2023-11-12 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Charlie: As a former fore deck racer familiar with both end for end and dip pole jibbing, my preference for a 35'er would be to dip pole jib. It requires a little more choreography of the crew to lower and raise the pole but if the crew and the helmsman do it properly, for me, it is easier

Stus-List winter storage

2023-10-18 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
The key to keeping mast up during winter is the cradlethe boats with inadequate or damaged cradles are at risk.  I have seen several boats at my club where the boats have toppled and it was the cradle that failed in every instance. And for loosening the rigging in winterno need if the

Stus-List C Yanmar 3GM 20hp Exhaust Elbow

2023-07-17 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I replaced my mixing elbow several years ago on my Yanmar 2 GMF which was not a fun task.  The mixing elbow was attached to (threaded into) the exhaust flange and both had to be removed.  The mixing elbow could not be rotated to be removed while the exhaust flange was attached to the engine

Stus-List Re: Finally we have launched for the season!

2023-05-28 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Mike: Saw your arrival back home yesterday.serious composite sails! Rob Please show your appreciation for this list and the Photo Album site and help me pay the associated bills. Make a contribution at: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray Thanks for your help. Stu

Stus-List Re: Finally we have launched for the season!

2023-05-24 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Mike, Persistence looks like a new boatyou must be very pleased.  Nice to see you back at the club soon. Rob PS:  Before you leave to come back, make sure the boat yard has your slip emptyI think there is a boat in it.there was one there earlier. On 2023-05-24 9:24 a.m.,

Stus-List Re: stove cover heat shield

2023-05-17 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Glen I have the Origo alcohol stove. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2023-05-17 11:04 a.m., Glen Eddie via CnC-List wrote: Does anyone else still have the original alcohol stove (other than me)? *Glen Eddie**​**​**​**​*** Legal services provided through J. Glen Eddie 

Stus-List Persistence

2023-04-21 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Mike, When do you plan to bring your boat back to the club? Bob Please show your appreciation for this list and the Photo Album site and help me pay the associated bills. Make a contribution at: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray Thanks for your help. Stu

Stus-List Question

2023-03-02 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I understand it is quite doable and I have yet to see it happen, however, has anyone heard of a Nonsuch sailor using an asymmetrical chute? Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. Please show your appreciation for this list and the Photo Album site and help me pay the associated bills.

Stus-List J-105

2023-03-02 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Jeff, If you don't me asking, which J-105 do you race on. Rob Abbott AZURA On 2023-03-02 9:56 a.m., Jeff Nelson via CnC-List wrote: Yes to both of your questions...They are nuts and it is pretty good chunk of a new sail. I resolved the problem by purchasing a Juki industrial sewing machine

Stus-List UV Strip

2023-03-02 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I had the UV strip replaced on my 135% last year by Doyle Sails here...all in cost was $575 CDN .    Old UV strip 12 to 13 years old and cracking/splitting. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2023-03-02 9:09 a.m., Joe Della Barba via CnC-List wrote: My post about this from

Stus-List Shower

2023-02-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
My 32 has the same set up...shower hose from the sink facet...sump with a teak gratesump pump under the sink for a separate discharge just below the toe rail opposite the head starboard side. All woks fine but never use it. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2023-02-15 1:59

Stus-List Re: Replacing cabin windows

2023-02-10 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
My 32 has two windows on each side, and one, the long one has a significant curvature which puzzled me as to how I would keep it in place without a frame, screws, bolts etc.  Job done 10 years ago and the windows today have no issues. First, I removed the old windows using a stiff putty

Stus-List Re: C Symmetrical Spinnaker

2023-01-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
On 2023-01-16 3:11 p.m., andrew--- via CnC-List wrote: Good day, I finally found a pole for my recently acquired symmetrical spinnakers, and time to get the boat setup for spinnaker, and was hoping for some input from the group. The boat has never been setup for spinnaker. 1. Baby

Stus-List C Symmetrical Spinnaker

2023-01-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Andy: Comments below question(s)...raced a 33-2 and did the foredeck. Good day, I finally found a pole for my recently acquired symmetrical spinnakers, and time to get the boat setup for spinnaker, and was hoping for some input from the group. The boat has never been setup for spinnaker.

Stus-List Re: C 32 Babystay

2022-11-24 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
My 84 C 32 has a babystay at a single point of attachment...no track.  The babystay attaches to a SS plate with a loop on the foredeckthis plate is then attached through the deck to a SS rod running from the deck roof down to the hull in the very front of the V berth immediately to the

Stus-List Persistence

2022-10-24 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Mike, I haven't seen your boat at the club in awhilewhere is it? Bob

Stus-List Re: CnC 30 mk 1 sink

2022-10-17 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Try the RV shops.they carry a variety of sinks. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2022-10-17 10:16 a.m., Leeward Rail via CnC-List wrote: Someone on a forum is asking about a source for a replacement galley for a1982 C 30. Any ideas where to find one that will fit

Stus-List Marinco Nicro Day/Night Solar Vent motor replacement

2022-09-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
My Nicro Solar Vent on the front hatch came with the boat when I bought it 16 years ago (2006)it still works fine...no idea actually how old it is...I replaced the rechargeable battery maybe 6 years agoit doesn't look as pretty as yours...mine has a white plastic frame.   Sooner or

Stus-List Re: Water back flowing through the head

2022-08-30 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Rod Had the same issue a few years back with my Jabsco marine toilet...went to the Binnacle to get kit to repairthey talked me into a new pump instead...almost the same price and a lot less work from taking the old one apart, installing new parts and putting back together. New pump very

Stus-List Re: Sea Foam

2022-07-19 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
, it sure can! Normally it indicates a very rich mixture, which in a diesel means the engine is constrained in some way like being over-propped or with a clogged air filter. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I Kent Island MD USA *From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent:* Monday, July 18, 2022 6:13

Stus-List Re: Sea Foam

2022-07-18 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Also, lots of black smoke can be either a fuel problem or a lack of air problem On 2022-07-18 1:44 p.m., Matthew via CnC-List wrote: Lots of black can be overheating. *From:* Joe via CnC-List *Sent:* Monday, July 18, 2022 12:40 PM *To:* Stus-List *Cc:* Joe *Subject:* Stus-List Re: Sea

Stus-List diesel engine air filter

2022-07-02 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Josh, You are absolutely correct about sound deadening material disintegrating all over the engine roomthat is the case on my boat...the stuff on my boat is now so old it should be removedthe black dust particles are quite apparent in the engine compartment. Actually thinking about

Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-29 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
2022 at 22:19, Robert Abbott via CnC-List wrote: While I awaited another day for a marine mechanic to get around to addressing my engine problem, while on the boat today, I thought of something.    I had a new Yanmar air filter on the boat which I got last year, which I thought

Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-28 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
While I awaited another day for a marine mechanic to get around to addressing my engine problem, while on the boat today, I thought of something.    I had a new Yanmar air filter on the boat which I got last year, which I thought what harm could a new air filter dochanged out the old

Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-28 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
ysg> *From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent:* Monday, June 27, 2022 5:58:50 AM *To:* Josh ; Stus-List *Cc:* Robert Abbott *Subject:* Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF Josh: Revived the engine at the slip out of gear (neutral)same result, tack goes up to +2,100  RPM's .providing more th

Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-27 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
ely doable as DIY but you got some investigation to do first.  Let me know.  Reach out with a PM and we can talk. Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C 37+ Solomons, MD Jun 26, 2022 09:39:09 Robert Abbott via CnC-List : Went to take the boat out Friday for a short sail .motoring out headin

Stus-List Re: Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-26 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Abbott via CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com] *Sent:* Sunday, June 26, 2022 9:38 AM *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com *Cc:* Robert Abbott *Subject:* Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF Went to take the boat out Friday for a short sail .motoring out heading into a12 knt breezestarted to increase the RPM's

Stus-List Re: Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-26 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Rod Mixing elbow, muffler (from small SS to larger resin) and exhaust hose were all replaced a few years back.  I'd be surprised if the problem was there. Rob On 2022-06-26 2:59 p.m., Rod Stright wrote: Mixing elbow can cause problems like you experienced. *From:*Robert Abbott via CnC

Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-26 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
1983 Landfall 35 Padanaram, MA *From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent:* Sunday, June 26, 2022 9:38 AM *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com *Cc:* Robert Abbott *Subject:* Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF Went to take the boat out Friday for a short sail .motoring out

Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-26 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Bottom and prop is cleanboat is launched every Spring after Winter layup. Checked the throttle cable and that seems to be finemost likely a fuel issue On 2022-06-26 11:44 a.m., Josh wrote: Is the bottom and prop clean? Jun 26, 2022 09:39:09 Robert Abbott via CnC-List

Stus-List Yanmar 2 GMF

2022-06-26 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Went to take the boat out Friday for a short sail .motoring out heading into a12 knt breezestarted to increase the RPM's and found the engine wouldn't rev about 2,100 RPM's marine diesel's are not supposed to be that complicated but they are to me.  I wouldn't know where to start

Stus-List Cost to replace UV cover

2022-06-21 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Joe, This past January, I had my UV cover replaced on my 135% by the Doyle sailmaker hereall in cost plus tax was $550 CDN$1,350 seems like way too much. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2022-06-20 8:07 p.m., Joe Della Barba via CnC-List wrote: The UV cover on my

Stus-List C New Genoa

2022-03-01 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Andy We raced a 33-2 extensivelythe majority of the time the 150% was the go to sail.   while we had a 135% it was rarely used...if the 150% was too much sail, the 100% worked just fine.   we also had a Pentax main sail with a big roach on the leech. The 33-2 sails quite well with a

Stus-List Email problem

2022-02-24 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
A day after I thought my email issue to the C list was resolved, it returned.  I some cases I wasn't able to Send, then I couldn't Send or Receive.   Someone mentioned that the problem was on my end but yet I could both Send and Receive to other email addresses (not the C List) just fine

Stus-List Cutting Board

2022-02-20 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Charlie Beeswax can sometimes be found at some big box stores, hardware stores, where candles are sold, where good quality cutting boards are sold (the store pushes a can of the beeswax for maintenance and extra $$$ and of course an apiary (200 lbs of honey needed to make 1 lb of beeswax)

Stus-List Cutting Board

2022-02-20 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Charlie Beeswax can sometimes be found at some big box stores, hardware stores, where candles are sold, where good quality cutting boards are sold (the store pushes a can of the beeswax for maintenance and extra $$$ and of course an apiary (200 lbs of honey needed to make 1 lb of beeswax)

Stus-List Cutting Board Sale

2022-02-19 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Charlie, Apply beeswax, both sides and edges, several times yearly. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2022-02-19 8:27 p.m., cenelson--- via CnC-List wrote: If actually used as a cutting board, is there a recommended stain/varnish/etc. to apply to the board to enhance its

Stus-List Hatch Gaskets

2022-02-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement hatch gaskets from Hammerhead Nautical Systems in Ontario, Canada.  The owner used to work for A I told him what I wanted, he corrected me on the size (diameter) and even included a tube of adhesive at no cost.  Great service. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S.

Stus-List Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2022-02-13 9:35

Stus-List Email problem

2022-02-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
My email issue to the list has been short but baffling...if this goes through, it should be resolved...for now...but who knows exactly what is happening out there in cyber land and who is doing whatever is happening out there. Rob Abbott Halifax, N.S. On 2022-02-15 4:23 p.m., Hoyt, Mike

Stus-List Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On

Stus-List email test

2022-02-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Appears problem has resolved itself. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2022-02-15 4:15 p.m., Robert Abbott via CnC-List wrote: I can send an email from this address back to me but not to the C with contentsubject line yesif it is my issue I am baffled as to the reason

Stus-List Re: email test

2022-02-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I can send an email from this address back to me but not to the C with contentsubject line yesif it is my issue I am baffled as to the reason.  Any suggestions appreciated.of course, if this gets through, no need, problem resolved. On 2022-02-15 10:46 a.m., Marek Dziedzic via

Stus-List Hatch Gaskets - Try Hammerhead Nautical Systems in Canada

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List

Stus-List Can't send emails to list with content???

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Custom designed C Logoed Cutting Boards are shipping daily. Order yours at: cncphotoalbum.com/cutting_boards

Stus-List hatch gaskets

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S.Custom

Stus-List Email Test

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Custom designed C Logoed Cutting Boards are shipping daily. Order yours at: cncphotoalbum.com/cutting_boards

Stus-List Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S.

Stus-List Hatch Gaskets

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S.

Stus-List Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On

Stus-List Re: Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Test On 2022-02-12 10:01 p.m., andrew macLean via CnC-List wrote: Atkins and Hoyle were really marvellous helping me find parts for the nearly 50 year old hatch on our 1974 30mk1. I’d start by calling them. Andrew MacLean C 30-1 Gulf Islands BC Canada On Feb 12, 2022, at 10:51, Bob Mann

Stus-List Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S.

Stus-List Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On

Stus-List Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On

Stus-List : Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-12 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Bob I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S.

Stus-List Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-12 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Bob I got replacement gaskets for all my hatches from Hammerhead Nautical Systems...the owner used to work for A even sent me a tube a adhesive to install them at no cost. About | Hammerhead Nautical Systems (hhns.ca) Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S.

Stus-List Email headaches

2022-02-03 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I also use Thunderbird for emailsno issues. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2022-02-03 4:19 p.m., Donald Kern via CnC-List wrote: Stu I use Thunderbird as the email client, no problems Don On 2/3/2022 1:25 PM, Stu via CnC-List wrote: From what I am reading, these

Stus-List Canadian Luxury Tax

2022-01-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Andrew, As you are aware, Ken Heaton has provided all the specifics on this I need to know. And as a side note, I could understand spending time cruising the Bras d'ors..., you would find cursing the coast of Newfoundland much of the time. Robert Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S

Stus-List Re: Canadian Luxury Tax

2022-01-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Ken, Thank you all of this...everything one could want on the subject matter. Robert Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2022-01-15 4:59 p.m., Ken Heaton wrote: Further to this, it appears some of Henry's American clients had kept their boats in Canada continuously for up to 18 years

Stus-List Re: Canadian Luxury Tax

2022-01-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
.  Thanking you in advnace. Robert Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2022-01-12 5:16 p.m., Andrew Burton via CnC-List wrote: There’s also a newish Canadian law that taxes US boats if they are in Canada for more than a short amount of time. It has put several yards out of business, including

Stus-List Bilge Water

2022-01-07 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
John, I don't use the -35C windshield washer fluid in the potable waterlines, fresh water tankonly in the bilge lines and the head shower overboard line.  In the potable water lines I use plumber's antifreeze. In the engine, I use full strength diesel antifreeze 50% - 50% with water. Rob

Stus-List Bilge Water

2022-01-07 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
My mast is usually out during the winter...left it in this year for reasons...I use a cheap -35C windshield washer in the bilge to prevent any water from freezing before I get to the boat to pump it out. Mast in or mast out, I don't use either the manual or electric pump(s) in the

Stus-List Burnished bottom paint

2021-11-30 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
David I read long ago an article by some America's Cup sailors about this very topic about which bottom was fasterthe article said the sailors found that a bottom the consistency of something like 'an orange peel' was the fastestthey said a smooth bottom contributes to too much

Stus-List C to race

2021-11-29 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Chuck, Having raced a 34R, I agree with good sails but you would also need a very competent, aggressive crew.  The boat needs all the power it can deliver to sail to its numbers and only an aggressive crew will be able to deliver that.  The 34R is not the boat for the timid skipper and crew.

Stus-List Haul Out Question

2021-11-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
When we step and unstep the mast, the roller furler remains attached to the headstayone person is assigned to hold the headstay/furler and maneuver it as needed to remain clear until it can be attached on stepping or handed ashore when unstepping.  When stepping and  unstepping, we use

Stus-List C 33-II vs 35-II vs 35-III

2021-11-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
, 2021 at 2:39 PM Robert Abbott via CnC-List wrote: Dwight: While what you say is valid, the point earlier being was that the 33-II will out point the 35-IIand the 33-II which sails in St Margaret's Bay where you sail will out point your35-II (even sailed single handed

Stus-List C 33-II vs 35-II

2021-11-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
*From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent:* November 13, 2021 10:48:15 AM *To:* Stus-List *Cc:* Robert Abbott *Subject:* Stus-List C 33-II vs 35-II Matthew, Actually it was not at all impossible...it happened consistently

Stus-List C 33-II vs 35-II

2021-11-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
wrote: That’s interesting.  I keep having issues with my local RC because they set only windward/leeward courses, no triangles and no reaches.  The reported rationale is that “no one ever passes anybody on a reach.”  What you’re saying is impossible. *From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent

Stus-List CHAINPLATE/KNEE REPAIR 1981 C 36-1 KCB

2021-10-27 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
I don't know if chainplate deterioration is unique to the C 36 but I know of two 36's at our club that had the chainplate pullup through the deck under sailFYI. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32- #277 Halifax, N.S. *From:* Jeffrey A. Laman via CnC-List *Sent:* Wednesday, October 27, 2021 11:24 AM

Stus-List Bottom Paints Again

2021-10-26 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Dwight, You can get spray zinc primer at CDN TireI have one, used it onceit seemed to work but since I use my boat often, I don't use it on the prop shaft and propdon't see the need. Rob AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2021-10-26 7:06 a.m., dwight veinot via CnC-List wrote:

Stus-List Re: Electric Bilge Pump

2021-10-17 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
positive to connect if you want it to be manual. You pick what function you want and wire it that way. My guess is you wired it for auto by mistake? I’ve done that! _ From Dean’s mobile 902 489 8556 On Oct 17, 2021, at 10:52 AM, Robert Abbott via CnC-List wrote: My electric bilge

Stus-List Electric Bilge Pump

2021-10-17 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
My electric bilge pump has 3 settings, Auto (with a float to activate), Off, and Manual.  I turned on the Manual setting and the pump didn't come on.   It does work in the Auto settingif I fill the bilge to lift the float or raise it by hand, the pump works. Since and I am no electrician,

Stus-List Re: anyone gone lithium?

2021-09-14 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
*From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent:* Tuesday, September 14, 2021 4:09:08 PM *To:* Stus-List *Cc:* Della Barba, Joe ; Robert Abbott *Subject:* Stus-List anyone gone lithium? Joe: My sailing season lasts approx. 5 1/2 months, May to say mid Octoberbatteries are used approx. +100 da

Stus-List anyone gone lithium?

2021-09-14 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Halifax, N.S On 2021-09-14 5:59 p.m., Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List wrote: That is pretty astounding battery life, I am not sure I can get a battery to last that long in a car. What is your typical cycling load like for a typical week out? Joe Coquina *From:* Robert Abbott *Sent:* Tuesday

Stus-List Re: anyone gone lithium?

2021-09-14 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
My Great Northern Batteries, group 27's are 13 years old...used then again this season...gotta replace soon but they still hold a good charge..12.6V to 12.7V Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 -#277 Halifax, N.S On 2021-09-14 12:52 p.m., Randal Stafford via CnC-List wrote: What’s the upside? I got

Stus-List C 33-II vs 35-II

2021-09-10 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Matthew said " What you’re saying is impossible. " Matthew, can you clarify what it is exactly that I said was impossible.   I may have misunderstood if it was me you referring to or your RC? Robert Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2021-09-10 10:33 a.m., Matthew via CnC-

Stus-List C 33-II vs 35-II

2021-09-10 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Some years back when were campaigning a 33-II, we were racing her in the Bras d'Or Lakes.there was 35-II from Shediac, NB with a good crew.  The course was a beat, reach and runevery race was the same, the 33-ii would get to the first windward mark ahead the 35-II, but once on the

Stus-List 34R sails

2021-09-01 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Mike: Talk to Bruce Dempsey...your dock neighbor...he had a beautiful mainsail of Pentax with a big roach made for his 34R and other sails. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 -#277 Halifax, N.S. Thanks to all of the subscribers that contributed to the list to help with the costs involved. If you want to

Stus-List Butyl Tape tips

2021-08-09 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Joel I have to say I have never had a problem with butyl...my 1984 C deck/hull is sealed with butyl and still no leaks...I have rebeaded various deck fittings with butyl with no leaks.  For the obvious easy rebeading and removal, if necessary, , I wouldn't use anything else. Rob Abbott

Stus-List test e-mail

2021-08-05 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Thanks to all of the subscribers that contributed to the list to help with the costs involved. If you want to show your support to the list - use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray Thanks - Stu

Stus-List C smile and rust

2021-08-05 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
 Greg, The 'C smile' is quite common.  Mine had one when I bought the boat.  First place to start with that is torque the keel bolts to their specs.  I then sanded the smile to approx 3 inches above and below it and wrapped the smile in West System epoxy soaked cloth.  Let cure and added

Stus-List C smile and rust

2021-08-05 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Greg, The 'C smile' is quite common.  Mine had one when I bought the boat.  First place to start with that is torque the keel bolts to their specs.  I then sanded the smile to approx 3 inches above and below it and wrapped the smile in West System epoxy soaked cloth.  Let cure and added a

Stus-List : C smile and rust

2021-08-04 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
On 2021-08-04 11:03 a.m., Robert Abbott wrote: Greg, The 'C smile' is quite common.  Mine had one when I bought the boat.  First place to start with that is torque the keel bolts to their specs.  I then sanded the smile to approx 3 inches above and below it and wrapped the smile in West

Stus-List C smile and rust

2021-08-04 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
 Greg, The 'C smile' is quite common.  Mine had one when I bought the boat.  First place to start with that is torque the keel bolts to their specs.  I then sanded the smile to approx 3 inches above and below it and wrapped the smile in West System epoxy soaked cloth.  Let cure and added a

Stus-List C smile and rust

2021-08-04 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
 Greg, The 'C smile' is quite common.  Mine had one when I bought the boat.  First place to start with that is torque the keel bolts to their specs.  I then sanded the smile to approx 3 inches above and below it and wrapped the smile in West System epoxy soaked cloth.  Let cure and added a

Stus-List C smile and rust

2021-08-04 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Greg, The 'C smile' is quite common.  Mine had one when I bought the boat.  First place to start with that is torque the keel bolts to their specs.  I then sanded the smile to approx 3 inches above and below it and wrapped the smile in West System epoxy soaked cloth. Let cure and added a

Stus-List PSS Stuffing Box

2021-07-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
 David, Could not have said it better...some years back I cleaned out the old stuffing and repacked and the stuffing box hardly drips...I have checked it after an hour or more under motor and it is cool to the touch.  Also get more bilge water from rainmy paddlewhell and plug water

Stus-List PSS Stuffing Box

2021-07-13 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
David, Could not have said it better...some years back I cleaned out the old stuffing and repacked and the stuffing box hardly drips...I have checked it after an hour or more under motor and it is cool to the touch.  Also get more bilge water from rainmy paddlewhell and plug water don't go

Stus-List Insurance survey cost

2021-07-05 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Riley, I had my 32 surveyed for insurance on the hard in October 2020 for $12/ft.total bill with taxes was $442. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - 84 Halifax, N.S. On 2021-07-05 1:49 p.m., Riley Anderson via CnC-List wrote: Hi all, Can any listers provide the cost of insurance surveys for boats

Stus-List : Question??

2021-06-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
CnC-List wrote: Rob   I know someone in Mahone bay that may need a new engine.  What is the make and model again Sent from my Bell Samsung device over Canada’s largest network. *From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent

Stus-List Question??

2021-06-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
largest network. *From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent:* Wednesday, June 16, 2021 5:58:41 PM *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com *Cc:* Robert Abbott *Subject:* Stus-List Question?? To anyone who might be interested, all others delete

Stus-List Re: Question??

2021-06-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
. *From:* Robert Abbott via CnC-List *Sent:* Wednesday, June 16, 2021 5:58:41 PM *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com *Cc:* Robert Abbott *Subject:* Stus-List Question?? To anyone who might be interested, all others delete: On the Tartan 37 with failed transmissionowner has now replaced with new Yanmar

Stus-List Question??

2021-06-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
To anyone who might be interested, all others delete: On the Tartan 37 with failed transmissionowner has now replaced with new Yanmar and transmission...apparently I did not get the correct info from the owner but I did talk to the mechanic todayit actually wasn't the transmission.  

Stus-List Re: Yanmar engine and transmission

2021-06-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
John, Sorry wrong email gearjmr@yahoo.com Rob On 2021-06-16 5:40 p.m., Robert Abbott wrote: John, Spoke with the mechanic who has the engine and transmissionhe said it was a coupling problem that he might be able to fix, nevertheless they are for sale if you are interested. I

Stus-List Yanmar engine and transmission

2021-06-16 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
make and model and ratio – should be on a plate.  My mechanic may have a rebuilt Kanzaki available John and Maryann Legacy III 1982 C 34 Noank, CT *From:*Robert Abbott via CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com] *Sent:* Tuesday, June 15, 2021 9:52 AM Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S

Stus-List : Question??

2021-06-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
John I have the mechanics contact info on my boat (business card) will get it maybe tomorrow, or Thursday at the latest, and will get the engine and tranni model #'s and ratio and get back to you. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - #277 Halifax, N.S. On 2021-06-15 3:53 p.m., John and Maryann Read

Stus-List Re: Question??

2021-06-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Gary: I don't have the model #'s of the engine or transmission but I can get them from the mechanic in whose garage they now sit.  No idea how the tranni failed but it did is all I know.  Not my boat and not my problem but I am aware of what transpired. If you wish, I can contact the

Stus-List Question??

2021-06-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Joe, Yes, he bought a new Yanmar engine and new transmission and had it installedhe got back in the water a few days ago. The old Yanmar (3 cylinder with 200 engine hours and broken transmission) is sitting in a mechanic's garage and if anyone wants to buy it, they can talk to the

Stus-List Question??

2021-06-15 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
Steve / Chuck CME in Burnside was one of the 3 he consultedalso Peter Drillio and Evert Powell. The owner and mechanic (Powell) talked directly to Yanmar who advised that there was not a replacement transmission that would connect to the engine without significant modification.  and who

Stus-List Question??

2021-06-14 Thread Robert Abbott via CnC-List
. Sounds like a job the mechanics may just not want to take on. My .02. Perhaps others have more direction. Ian Tubby C 25 "Icicle" St. Pete, FL ma 14. kesäk. 2021 klo 18.32 Robert Abbott via CnC-List (cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>) kirjoitti: A

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