Re: Stus-List Lost at sea...um , yeah

Okay, let's get on to something serious, it's not even snowing yet. Hey Look! They're on TV. Cheers, Russ At 03:38 PM 31/10/2017, you wrote: Agree it doesn’t have much to do with C Sent from my iPhone On Oct 31, 2017, at 7:24 PM, David via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Rod rigging

Hi Glen, I don't recall this discussion happening yet. So, are you looking at a change from wire to rod as performance increase or reliability aspect? As for your question, rod will not be too strong for the chainplates. In designing rigs the terminations tend to be the stronger parts of

Re: Stus-List Bad engine?

Classic bad head gasket symptoms. If it didn't run long on overheat then no big deal. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 04:27 PM 13/10/2017, you wrote: A friend has a Catalina 36 with the Universal 25 engine that overheated, and now won't start. 1. Excessive blowby 2. Smoke in

Re: Stus-List 2018 Mid-Atlantic C Rendezvous

Are we talking somewhere between Bermuda and Azores or maybe Cape Verde (almost midway between North and South Atlantic) ? Or I could take the survey... Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 06:17 PM 13/09/2017, you wrote: Respond to the survey Jim!Â

Re: Stus-List Deal on starter from Mastry

The marine insulated started is usually insulted when the owner finds out the price. :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 03:50 AM 12/09/2017, you wrote: Content-Language: en-CA Content-Type: multipart/alternative;

Re: Stus-List Irma's Impact on Tortola

... and a stray dog. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 11:31 AM 08/09/2017, you wrote: From what I can see in the pictire, it's mostly cats and power boats... Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Doug Mountjoy POYC Pegasus Lf38 Original message From: robert via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Mast pumping?

These things can be mysterious. Here's some more items to check: www.briontoss.com/spartalk/showthread.php?p=6821 Good luck with the quest. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 02:27 AM 13/08/2017, you wrote: Loosen the backstay. On 8/13/2017 1:28 AM, Russ & Melody via

Re: Stus-List Mast pumping?

Hi Al, Hoist a fender up a halyard so it hangs somewhere between the upper & lower spreaders and is near or alongside the mast. Or, goggle vortex shedding and then after an hour or so of reading, see above. It's nothing to worry about. Sweet does this occasionally. Cheers, Russ At

Re: Stus-List clogged refrigerator drain

I would try to clear it with a "shop-vac" from the ice box side of things. You will probably need to neck down the vac hose to be effective. The idea being that something went down to clog the hose FROM this opening. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 09:23 PM 01/08/2017, you

Re: Stus-List Overloaded boat overturns near Cape Cod Canal

A 24 foot bow-rider will have installed seating for at least 12 people., 16 is not too much on a lake. A Bahamian sloop will carry a dozen more than a CG certificate will allow. Blame the skipper, not the boat. The idiots, no wonder we have so much government in our pockets. It makes me

Re: Stus-List A/C Drip Pan Rusting, Clogged Drain, etc. - C 37/40+

Hi Bruce, Agitate, scrape and vacuum as much loose stuff & scale as practical and then treat metal surfaces with Ospho. www.ospho.com I've been using the stuff for decades (found out about it in Hawaii, on a cruise). It's magic, basically a dilute form of phosphoric acid with modifiers so

Re: Stus-List Refit for a 1981 Landfall 38

I didn't find increase beer stowage and wine locker volume and adding an ice maker in this list. cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 sent from an old HP machine, running XP At 03:48 PM 31/07/2017, you wrote: New Steering chain and cables. Pedestal wheel shaft bearing lubrication or

Re: Stus-List Bermuda and the --> cruise idea

Hi Barbara, Sounds like Bermuda was worth the trip after all with some items of experience to reinforce what you already believe eh. The info below came from Doug to the list a few days ago in the 35 mk-III discussion. I think a Landfill 38 would make a good cruising boat. Unfortunately

Re: Stus-List 35 MK III

Hi Eric, If you are serious about a 35, check out my boat. No issues, I plan to haul in late August (or earlier if opportunity presents) to do regular maintenance. I didn't put in the ad that the bottom was prep'd and waterproofed, Intercoat 2000, with the boat out of the water for 8

Re: Stus-List (no subject)

Hi John, First suggestion is to check the Photoalbum site to se if your manual is listed in the resources sections. Then talk with a few old guys at your marina. If that doesn't work out well enough, post a few more details here and we'll take a stab at it. :) Cheers, Russ

Re: Stus-List Raymarine Autopilot Question

Good to hear. Frienfriends don't let frienfriends mess with fluxgate compasses. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 09:30 PM 16/07/2017, you wrote: Make sure there is no metal near the flux compass. A frienfriend had this happen to him, found a spray can next to his flux compass.

Re: Stus-List C 30 MK1 General Questions

Hi Steve, It sounds like your tank is constructed similar to the 35 mk-1. I was going to remove my tank, move some house bank battery into the locker for better weight distribution and add a bladder tank, as Dennis has done. It's just that I never have time to get it done so I cruise and

Re: Stus-List C 30 MK1 General Questions water tank

Hi Steve, Is this a GRP tank with a lid that is fastened all around the top perimeter? Common in the old days was to use a "food grade" gelcoat rolled on the inside of fabricated tanks. It's probably called "potable water" gelcoat these days. That would explain the cracks/crazing that you

Re: Stus-List Treating Monel water tanks

Hey guys, You guys might need to dig a little deeper, try wiki/monel and look to the section "other" and the alloy Monel 400, which will be the common tank material. BTW, it is also the best alloy for kitchen sinks... a much harsher application than a water tank that gets "shocked" once

Re: Stus-List Treating Monel water tanks

Hi Joel, Why are you looking for a chlorine alternative? It is probably your best choice to treat monel tanks. Monel is spec'd in many chlorine handling applications because of its excellent corrosion resistance. It is an excellent oxidizer, will kill undesirable microbes and is unstable

Re: Stus-List Landfall 42 sails

Hi Gary, It's important to be really honest with yourself at this time, of sail contemplation. For the question of: Do you want to sail fast? The answer is invariably: Yes! But you will be lead astray if your sailmaker doesn't ask questions like, "Will the helmsman be adjusting for changes

Re: Stus-List 33 mk2 Mast step loads

Hi Greg, If you want to spend extra... we used Pilgrim Magmaflow epoxy grout under the frame of the turbogenerater. Excellent flow characteristics if there is an awkward cavity to reach. It might be better than traditional grouts during freeze cycles if there is water present. A little

Re: Stus-List 33 mk2 Mast step loads

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Re: Stus-List 33 mk2 Mast step loads

Hi Greg, You can research the righting moment, at say 30 - 33 degrees, for various boats in your size range for a second opinion. The 33-2 is similar in stability to my 35 mk-1(check diagram in the Technical Info on Stu's CNC site). I put the load at about 10,000 lbs, so building for 12 -

Re: Stus-List C 35 MK I engine survey

Hi Joe, 1. first swapped was a Yanmar 2QM20, current motor is a 80s vintage Universal 25 (1600 hrs) 2. sorta 3. Kiwiprop 15 1/2 D & adjustable pitch 4. yes Notes: - the A4 was running fine but I wanted better fuel range for cruising windless costal days - the Yanmar was my first

Stus-List West Coast races

Here are a couple of weeks of racing drama to follow while you toil at your (sometimes meaningless) work life. yada yada :) http://www.vanisle360.com/wp/ I've done the Van Isle 360 a few times, twice on an old C 45 war-horse. It is getting a wee bit too polished. this year even has a

Re: Stus-List Repair of polyester sove on jib sheet.

Hi Charlie, I've made a similar repair you suggest many times on halyard covers that gets loaded too much and parts when the clutch slips. My stitching simply runs parallel to the core and circumferential around the joint of the cover (right angle to the break). I half hitch regularly so a

Re: Stus-List CNCRDV

Wrong coast for that to work. Around here, bootstrap is a nice ale. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 11:18 AM 18/04/2017, you wrote: Content-Language: en-US Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="_000_BY2PR16MB0344CA529DE5294BE59F7008DA190BY2PR16MB0344namp_"

Re: Stus-List C 24 Owners Group on Facebook

I dunno. Have you thought about getting a cat or a car instead? Just sayin'... :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 07:43 PM 04/04/2017, you wrote: I can't find this, get all sorts of cat lovers and car lovers groups, what might I be doing wrong? Thanks, Patrick C & C 24 Sidney

Re: Stus-List Oil Pressure Gauge Install

Hi Jake, I think you're looking for a "street elbow". See links. Don't go with the stainless steel option if you have a choice. It will be sexy in the beginning and might let you down much later. where have we heard that before?

Re: Stus-List Hot water heater bypass

I love this topic. Back up a little. If you already have hot water... why do you need to heat it? :) ' couldn't help that, grinnin' while I hit "send" Cheers, Russ At 02:00 PM 26/03/2017, you wrote: All I'm replacing my hot water heater heater and want to be able to bypass the

Re: Stus-List Faria temperature gauge calibration

Hi Josh, Update info on the temp gauge trouble. I had the wiring correct, sender to "S" and power to "I" (ignition?). I swapped the wires on those terminals and my mate observed the needle deflect to zero from high, as the engine was hot. I'm guessing it is not a Wheatstone Bridge

Re: Stus-List Faria temperature gauge calibration

/V Sea Hawk 1989 C 37+ Solomons, MDÂ On Mar 13, 2017 12:14 AM, "Russ & Melody via CnC-List" <<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: Anyone know if Faria temperature gauges have a calibration function on them? I just finished installing a Universal 25

Stus-List Faria temperature gauge calibration

Anyone know if Faria temperature gauges have a calibration function on them? I just finished installing a Universal 25 HP (that came out of a Catalina 30). The previous owner complained of overheat issues. Anyhow, running at the dock, in gear for load, the engine comes up to 180 F (using a

Re: Stus-List Man Crosses Atlantic on a Paddle Board ??

This is gonna look really weird in an archive search if someone is looking to cross the Atlantic on a piddleboard. sic :) A gentle reminder here to trim the thread and modify subject line please. I'm checking the emails sporadically these days so things like this are obvious to me but might

Re: Stus-List Anchor chain

Hi Fred, I don't believe there is anything wrong using a high quality link, with the expectation that it is replaced occasionally due to corrosion issues where it is difficult to inspect. It might be tricky to get one that matches the pitch an your windlass head.

Re: Stus-List Rewiring Universal starter/glow plug/alternator

Hi David, I've had alternator to starter lead wired like that on so many boats that I cannot recall any other way. On one baot I did have an ammeter but it was located very close to the engine so the lead was alt > ammeter -> starter lead, less than 18" of wire. The purpose of this

Re: Stus-List Battery test

Hi Len, If you're 100 percent full and have a coffee in your hand, may I suggest some advice from Bobby... and words I live by. Don't warry. Be Happy. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 07:28 PM 06/02/2017, you wrote: I think the CBA would work well so far from the little

Re: Stus-List Pins in Chainplates

Right on Dennis. he purpose is two-fold, as they also prevent the deck flexing and a compromised seal (due to unwanted movement). With the upward arc of the deck structure, including cabin trunk, it is impossible to flex down. So pins are an elegant solution. Cheers, Russ

Re: Stus-List Broken elbow at water tank manifold, newbie diesel engine questions

Hi Bruce, A lot of C boats had Qest plumbing fittings in that typically grey colour. Try these for further info: http://keithspecialty.com/plum.Qest%20fittings.htm https://www.plumbingsupply.com/polyb.html Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 10:32 AM 28/01/2017, you wrote:

Re: Stus-List 1983 windows

Hey Dwight, Some boats might have "wind oh ohs" if they leave the spinnaker up too long while cruising short-handed. I did this very thing once. An 1850 square foot brute, coming into Maple Bay with only 3 of us on board. Oh oh! Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 03:12 PM

Re: Stus-List freeze proofing

Hi Jeremy, I don't do any specific winterizing on the water sytems. I'm just across the pond from you in the area I call Pacific South West (Canada)... I would call Alaska the real PNW. But then again marketing is not something anywhere near my realm of expertise. However, keeping a boat

Re: Stus-List Looking for used sailboat stuff

Hi Dennis, All can offer at this time is some used rum. But I can't ship it, so I'll have to deliver it to you... hold out your hand. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 Oh wait! There is a used Yanmar sitting in my cart port. At 12:30 PM 12/12/2016, you wrote: Owning a sailboat is

Re: Stus-List Test

I didn't see Jim's reply either. Something must be wrong with the list. Wee be trumped? :) Cheers, Russ Seriously Steve, your last post visible to me was November 29... about rudder stock (shaft). At 09:59 PM 09/12/2016, you wrote: I didn't see this. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C 35

Re: Stus-List manhole properly explain

Hi Chuck, I'm glad you took this on the clarify manhole. I don't want guys at the boatyard to be getting the wrong idea. :) Thanks again, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 Lunatic Fringe, B.C. At 03:25 PM 05/12/2016, you wrote: A "hand hole" is an inspection hole with a cover

Re: Stus-List List discussions on list

Sounds good to me, but sorry to say... not this year. http://www.greaterfool.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/WORRIES.png?x64811 Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 08:53 AM 26/11/2016, you wrote: Yup – I am Canadian based except Dec to April when I will be eenjoying the Florida

Re: Stus-List Good news

Hi John, Good news indeed. What's the local rating for that dock, racing or cruising model? Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 03:37 PM 08/11/2016, you wrote: So it looks like I just bought a 35' dock on the lower Hudson. Building my very own little condo empire. John Sent

Re: Stus-List cracked boom

Wow. A sliding gooseneck! That takes me way back in time, like the 60s & early 70s. Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 08:47 AM 06/11/2016, Jerome wrote: From: "SAIL Magazine" <sailmagaz...@e.sailmagazine.com> Date:

Re: Stus-List Oil Pressure Switch

Hey guys, I agree with all who are reluctant to hang a switch & gauge off an engine mounted tee. I have an adaptor to female NPT on my Kubota oil pressure port. There is a (4) NPT thread drilled aluminum block which has input, switch & gauge connections, leaving 1 spare port (plugged)

Re: Stus-List Fuel tanks

Check the bottom of the tank. That's a good source for leaks. :) Cheers, Russ sorry, couldn't help it, still chuckling to myself At 04:20 PM 26/10/2016, you wrote: Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="=_NextPart_000_00AE_01D22FBE.05863960" Content-Language:

Re: Stus-List 33-2 rig inspection - what the heck are these bits used for?

Hi Dave, The fittings below the gooseneck look like excellent candidates for cunning-ham (spelling check mod, kinda cute) leads. The cleat below the boom was likely for outhaul or cheezy lazy-jacks gear. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 09:39 AM 23/10/2016, you wrote: Hi

Re: Stus-List C 35 Mk 1 Owners Manual

Hi Jim, Welcome to the list. And congrats on the acquisition of the 35 mk-1. Great boat.! What concerns do you have with her? We can help. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 03:36 PM 30/09/2016, you wrote: I just purchased a 1971 C& C 35 Mk 1 (and just joined this users

Re: Stus-List C 35 Mk 1 Owners Manual

Really. Jerome, did you check the link sent from your iPhone? There is no 35 mk-1 owners manual there. We're talking old school. In the ol' days a sailor didn't need no friggin owners manual to know 'is boat. yeah. Cheers and fair rum, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 hardass At

Re: Stus-List toilet lubrication

Hi Fred, What kind of cooking oil? I've been using Canola (ex Rapeseed) oil for more than 30 years with no problems. But maybe only twice a year. Last year I used some old olive oil and still no complaints. Similar climate as you, I'm just north of the Pacific Northwest boundary... on

Re: Stus-List Wow. 4857 emails on the C list.

Hey Wally, Good to hear from you at last and glad you survived the"summer o' sixteen". I haven't checked for updates in a long while too. What's this Facebook thing... is it an interactive plotter? Anyhow, still banging away here on an XP machine with Eudora as the mail client. Summer's

Re: Stus-List 3QM30 Head Gasket

Hi David, Too bad about da head eh. I had a similar problem recently on the QM20 but with black smoke at 1500 RPM. I did the exhaust riser cleaning and have black smoke at 1800 RPM. If I wasn't planning to swap the engine for a nice little Universal I would pull injectors and have them

Re: Stus-List VHF says low battery

Tim Allen, the Toolman. would wire it up at 24 volts and be done with it. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 09:48 PM 05/09/2016, you wrote: Jim. Glad you said that, I didn't want to be the one who did. Doug Mountjoy svPegasus LF38 #4 just west of Ballard, WA. --

Re: Stus-List Vhb tape

Oops. Typo, it should read vhs. At 10:34 AM 03/09/2016, you wrote: Does it have to be vhb? You can get as much vhf tape as you need at almost any Thrift Shop. Many of the titles are on 3M... :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 10:25 AM 03/09/2016, you wrote: Where can I

Re: Stus-List BlackWatch - C 39 - world tour

Hi Adam, What setup are you using for email communication, out there? Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 04:28 PM 01/09/2016, you wrote: Thought you guys might like this, me and my girl are sailin to the South Pacific and beyond on our 1973 C, took me a while to find a 39

Re: Stus-List East River insights/ Hobie 33 comments

Check out these guys, Por Favor, a Hobie 33 in the 2015 & 2016 Race to Alaska (R2AK) https://r2ak.com/registered-participants/#toggle-id-13 https://r2ak.com/relive2015/ We've also raced against them on a couple of Van Isle 360. These boats can take more than most crews. Por Favor has one

Re: Stus-List Clogged cockpit drains

Hi Jeremy, when we got our boat the cockpit drains would not. A toilet plunger got things moving again. Don't give up early on it and a bit of water around the plunger is a good idea too. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 03:16 PM 29/08/2016, you wrote: Just got back from a

Re: Stus-List Possible upgrade to a C 36.

I'm not familiar with a rock dike.. did she get an operation? Anyhow, a little qualification is in order, the 30-1 is the stiff boat of the little fleet. http://www.cncphotoalbum.com/technical/stability.htm the 36 doesn't look particular stiff according to the chart. Cheers, Russ

Re: Stus-List Dinghy towing length

Hi Jim, Is this a hard dinghy, d'flatable (with x type floor) or a hybrid? I'm intrigued by the high pressure floor d'flatables but haven't tried one yet. Only an optimistic person calls them inflatables 'cause that is not their preference from what I've seen. Cheers, Russ

Re: Stus-List New sails for my 38 FI

Dammit. I must be immature, since every time I see that Thailand city's name I can't help but hear the Ph as "F". but then again, as they say in Australia: "Phuket, let's go now!." Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 05:08 PM 07/08/2016, you wrote: Jean-Francois — a

Re: Stus-List C Manual Bilge Pump

Hi Jeremy, For some odd reason your pump questions reminds me of an old story.. A penguin is driving his car down the road. All of a sudden he hears noises coming from the car, and he gets upset. So the first gas station he comes to, he pulls in and he says “I have a noise in my car”. The

Re: Stus-List Forestay Stem Fitting / Chainplate - Update

Like Sam says. no indication of cracking, very slight porosity in areas not polished enough cheers, Russ At 06:16 PM 12/07/2016, you wrote: Go sailing! sam :-) So I polished the rusty area on my forestay fitting and it seems like a surface corrosion as suggested. There are

Re: Stus-List ST4000+ WheelPilot heading Calibration

Maybe you have one set to true wind and the other set for apparent wind... :) Damn. I like to help Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 04:42 PM 10/07/2016, you wrote: That is exactly what the problem was Rick, thanks for thinking of that. Now I just need to get my anemometer

Re: Stus-List Where to run reefing line? 1988 C 30MKII.

Hi Lorne, First of all, we have no clue why you are calling your mains'l clew a clue. Ha ha, that was just fun. Seriously, the first reef is similar to the Potter except a bowline around the boom below where the cringle lands is good. It's less hardware (a padeye) that might fail. The

Re: Stus-List Defiant - 86 C 41

Hi Aaron, Your friend should confirm with the broker the location of the boat so there is no surprise when he gets there. It's listed as Mill Bay, which is some hundred dollars CND (so what's that 50 USD? :) and maybe four hours away if flying into Vancouver. Cheers, Russ

Re: Stus-List Better race trackers?

I like this one too. Click on the "Swiftsure Race Tracker" lower left corner for developer info. Mad Dog is running away with this one. Mail Order Bride is a group of friends. It looks like you need a multi-hull boat this year. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 03:00 PM

Re: Stus-List Moving my traveler - 30mki

Hi Ryan, How many women are we talking about here? Have you considered a non-mechanical solution by simplifying a bit? :) Some like it hot... Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 11:09 AM 27/06/2016, you wrote: Hey guys, After some research and having the helpful folks at

Re: Stus-List Battery charger getting warm

At 06:00 AM 24/06/2016, you wrote: OK, it turns out the ground from the charger was attached to the positive battery terminal. It's working great now! How the heck did that happen?! ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our

Re: Stus-List Fabricating bow roller for C 33-1

Hi Ken, If you can work with the fabricator so one or two of the aftermost screws are through-bolts with a good underdeck backing washer/plate, the aluminum casting only has a bit of compression and a wee side load. Then he might be more comfortable providing the service. Cheers,

Re: Stus-List Battery charger getting warm

Hi Danny, If you have concerns with overnight running then leave it on for 8 hours or so for a couple of times. If you can borrow a small amp charger, say 5 - 10A that you can leave on for a few days then great. With the bank all topped up, after that if you apply the large charger and get

Re: Stus-List Battery charger getting warm

for loose connections. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Russ & Melody via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2016 11:10 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Russ & Melody Subject: Re: Stus-List Battery charger getting warm Hi Danny, I like how you find it goes

Re: Stus-List Battery charger getting warm

Hi Danny, I like how you find it goes grey, most of your fellows call it gray. :) Anyhow, the meter pegs over 30 amps, let's say 35 for this discussion... and at 15 volts we're looking at something near 500 watts to the batteries. If it's a 90 percent efficient battery charger then it has

Re: Stus-List Anchor

Hi Gary, I don't believe the shortened bar is a big deal for anchor holding. The extensions have more to do for getting a faster set, getting the anchor to tip down right away. Don't worry, be happy. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 02:10 PM 03/06/2016, you wrote: I was at

Re: Stus-List Saloon Lighting

Hi Bill, My solution was similar to Ron's, except I used 1/4" white acrylic the same dimension and screw holes as the Thin-Lite fixture and I mounted it to the deckhead with "cut hose stand-offs" to give room above it for wire termination. The replacement is a SeaDog round with integral

Re: Stus-List Kanzaki Transmission in forward or reverse

Hi Dave, For most marine gearboxes the output flange bearing is a thrust bearing. There to take up the shaft thrust fore and aft. Try to move that output flange forward or back, it will seem like it's stuck fast. discalimer about some nimrod not attempting this while engine is running>

Re: Stus-List Gear, shaft positin, transmissin, foldin

Hi Mike, It sounds like you just won your own argument. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1, Kiwi-Prop At 05:47 AM 09/06/2016, you wrote: The two things I take away from this are that 1. YES - a geared folding prop is much better than a floppy Martec folding prop and that 2. a Martec

Re: Stus-List Transmission in forward or reverse while sailing?

The Kanazaki tranni on my Yanmar 2QM* will spin in forward, so reverse is the best choice. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 03:36 AM 08/06/2016, you wrote: Which gear is recommended (forward or reverse) while sailing? When the transmission is in forward I can feel the shaft

Re: Stus-List Right of way (ROW) discussion

Only skilled kayakers and competitive rowers can achieve speeds regarded as "maneuverable", in the sense of Colregs. I regard small or slow moving vessels as obstructions and treat them as such. And of course, kayaks being referred to as "speed bumps" may illicit a laugh or two. :)

Re: Stus-List Is this lantern real?

Sure. I thought it was real silly. I bet Wally can see it. Cheers & smiles, Russ At 08:42 AM 05/06/2016, you wrote: It doesn't look real to me. Of course, I can't see a picture, so that may be a contributing factor. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC

Re: Stus-List Adjustable backstay?

Hi Lorne, You have a "mast head rig". Full rig is a term better suited for bigger ships. Be thankful for the adjustable backstay. It's nice to have. Downwind work = tension off Upwind work = tension on, more wind = more tension It's that simple. The subtleties come with how much tension to

Re: Stus-List Battery Posts

Hi Steve, If you can get no satisfaction. Then make your own adaptor... a copper link, similar to buss bar material, with two holes: 5/16 and 3/8. The common post adaptor gets bolted to the link at the 3/8" hole and the link gets bolted to the battery at the 5/16" hole. Detail devils:

Re: Stus-List Simrad WP30 just turns to starboard

Hi Andrew, I had this problem in an Wagner *50 autopilot many years ago. It was corrosion on the main driver circuit board at one of the large transistors. My recommendation is to take apart and clean as much as possible your control head circuitry, using Fred approved cleaning methodology

Stus-List the leak

I never get tired of asking this question... "Why are you guys heating hot water?" Thanks for the fun :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 08:50 PM 23/05/2016, you wrote: Not sure if you have hot water heater on board, but my pressure relief valve went on mine and it was

Re: Stus-List Wheel Turns

Hi David, Since you're curious, my wheel is 3 turns lock-to-lock, which makes it one and a half turns from mid to hard-over. It is my routine to do a lock-to-lock check and return to centre before leaving the dock. Which could be a hold-over form the old days, my cruising boats had

Re: Stus-List Removing cold plates

In a word, yes. At 01:08 AM 03/05/2016, you wrote: I need to remove cold plates from my frig. PO removed the compressors left the plates. Can I epoxy the screw holes? Foam and epoxy the holes from the lines? Joel -- Joel 301 541 8551 ___

Re: Stus-List anti fouling paint, BC

Hi Paul, I've used Micron CSC for 8 years now. I can get 3 years between haulouts if I put enough on. This is one of those years to put enough on. :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 Vancouver Island At 07:40 AM 02/05/2016, you wrote: Hey folks, Any recommedations from

Re: Stus-List 30-1 Mainsail Foot Length

Randy, You can't be serious about snow now. Where are you? It even stopped freezin in Fort Mac. The promise of global warming has finally come to the left coast. We're livin' the dream! Cheers, Russ 35 mk-1 At 03:01 PM 01/05/2016, you wrote: Thanks John, Dennis,

Re: Stus-List rich knowles

Hi Mike, Rich is no longer on the list. But I saw him at the Chandlery over an hour ago, ' will let him know about this when I see him on Sunday. He and Krista are joining us for the NYC sailpast activities. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 Nanaimo At 03:23 PM

Re: Stus-List '88 MkII 30 polar?

Hi Lorne, Please do not try to learn how to sail and to race with a liveaboard boat that you just got in to. The very best way to learn racing and sailing is to get out by crewing on well found yachts. The ego of most crew members will smother you with information and by the end of a

Re: Stus-List (no subject)

Hi Lorne, I had this problem on my 35 too. In the morning I found that the Seal was gone (Black Seal, used too much of it in the Dark n Stormies). :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 04:42 PM 26/04/2016, you wrote: Tr ___ This

Re: Stus-List Corvette 31 #66 , original Atomic Four , shaft size ?

Hi Justin, My original A4 shaft size was 7/8". I up-sized to 1" with the changed to diesel using the same old stuffing box & strut (with new C/bearing). OTOH, a two blade prop is more efficient and a single blade is even more efficient than two. :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35

Re: Stus-List Need a Painter

Oh. I see. I was going to suggest something that floats and has a UV resistant cover. Never mind. :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 08:13 AM 21/04/2016, you wrote: Content-Language: en-US Content-Type: multipart/alternative;

Re: Stus-List Head Plumbing

Hi Ken, If the just gets casual use, an inline ball float check valve might prevent the unintended washing. From that annoying port hand basin. This is similar to what I was thinking about, but it doesn't have the ball so the seal isn't as good.

Re: Stus-List Head Plumbing

Hi Randy, This is the way I plumb my head basin & toilet intake many years ago. The reasons are two-fold, I eliminated an unnecessary thru-hull penetration and if we're going to be away form the boat for a couple of weeks or more, I pump a 1/2 sink of fresh water through the toilet to

Re: Stus-List Running Rigging Diagram

I wouldn't do that Doug. If that nail ever hit someone on the head it's gonna leave more than a mark. ' might even ruin the day. :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 10:26 AM 12/04/2016, you wrote: Bob, on Pegasus I replaced the station bases so I clip the vang there for a

Re: Stus-List Running Rigging Diagram

Hi Andrew, I think you should tell that novice crew member, "Release that black & yellow line going to the top of the sail, ease the mainsheet and then, Wrap that red line three times clockwise around that winch and crank until I tell you to stop." Seriously though, you could put them on

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