Re: Stus-List AIS and MMSI as well as marine radio use in Canada

Vessel registration (equivalent to U.S.C.G. documentation) is a one time fee in Canada, presently $250, but there is an annual fee for a ship's station license. The Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) is for life. __Steve Thomas Frederick G Street via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List AIS and MMSI as well as marine radio use in Canada

essage- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Steve Thomas via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, April 09, 2017 21:59 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Steve Thomas <sthom...@bellnet.ca> Subject: Re: Stus-List AIS and MMSI as well as marine radio use in Canada What Fred sai

Re: Stus-List AIS and MMSI as well as marine radio use in Canada

What Fred said is correct. His comments usually are. I would add that the station license requirement was supposed to have been eliminated for border area waters by an agreement between Canada and the United States that was awaiting the final formality in the approval process when the 911

Re: Stus-List Drilling a Hole in the Hull

3M 4200 will work, but if the fitting is plastic, chances are you will be replacing it again someday. 4200 is not as difficult as 5200, but neither is easy to remove. Above the waterline through hulls are the only place that I use silicone. Polysulfide (Life Caulk) would probably work, but

Re: Stus-List Adding insulation to the icebox on a 38 mk2

There is a good article on the C association web page about insulating with foam injected outside the liner along with bits of foam board where he could get at it. In a nutshell, the author drilled injection holes down through the counter top behind the ice box where no other access was

Re: Stus-List Diesel injectors

Brent, I have had a Yanmar YSB12 for 15 years now, and one thing I have had to re-learn a few times is don't be too quick to dismiss the possibility of a cooling water supply issue. Just because you can see water coming out the exhaust does not mean that there is enough. The culprit

Re: Stus-List Beckson port gasket install wtf - never mind

Found the manufacturer instructions. Don't know why I didn't find them when I looked yesterday. Steve Steve Thomas via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: What is the trick to installing a new gasket in a Beckson opening port? I bought a new screen and gasket for the stoc

Stus-List Beckson port gasket install wtf

What is the trick to installing a new gasket in a Beckson opening port? I bought a new screen and gasket for the stock port in the head, and have so far been unsuccessful in getting the rubber "lip" into the groove. (The screen was a no brainer.) I read online about stretching it, and leaving

Re: Stus-List Jacklines/Harnesses/Tethers

With a double ended tether you would have the option of rigging a jackline near the centre line of the boat all the way back to the cockpit or dodger, whatever creates the effective limit. A separate line might be necessary to get from the cockpit to the centre line jackline, but it would be

Re: Stus-List Mast Step Pitch & Helm Balance

Your math is better than mine! (What was I thinking?) Steve. coltrek via CnC-List wrote: Mine called for one degree of Rake. Which at the top of the Mast, equated to around 11 inches off of vertical Regards, Bill ColemanC 39 Original message

Re: Stus-List Mast Step Pitch & Helm Balance

If you have 6 inches of rake, as measured 30 feet down from the top of the mast, then the angle is 2.9 degrees from vertical. TAN(30/0.5) That is not zero, but it is not much. Measurable yes, but I doubt that you could see it from a casual inspection. Probably the same effort to set it at a

Re: Stus-List Barient 22ST

Yes, there is company in Australia which supplies parts. They are the only game in town. I bought a couple of plastic jaws from them several years ago and they worked fine. Took a long time to get here, 6 or 7 weeks as I recall, but no problem otherwise.

Re: Stus-List Climbing the mast solo

nches at the top of the mast, but I stand out of the chair at the masthead anyway. Overall, it's a good product, but it has some limitations. And climbing aloft isn't for everybody. -Original Message----- From: Steve Thomas via CnC-List Sent: Friday, March 17, 2017 4:05 PM To: cnc-list

Re: Stus-List Climbing the mast solo

All, I have been following this discussion with interest since I just returned to my southern project boat with a so-far unused ATN Top Climber, and intend to use it in the next couple of days. I have taken note in particular to the idea of using a loop(s) to stay at the mast. The

Re: Stus-List Recharging a battery

You probably should have mentioned that to use the high voltage method of attempted recovery safely, it is necessary to use some sort of current limiting device. I am guessing that your variable supply had that built in, but not all do. In the early days of radio, some amateurs would use

Re: Stus-List Pilothouse C 40

I don't see the point to a pilothouse without a second steering station. I have thought long and hard about what it would take to convert to a pilothouse, or a really good hard dodger. Cold weather sailing would be a different experience. Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON

Re: Stus-List A leak in the water system

The water tanks on my C both leak at cracks that have formed radial to the inspection ports. 3 out of 4 ports have leaks. Thinking of trying the hot air plastic welding thing, but I have to wonder how long such repairs might last. Pretty much nothing sticks to polyethylene, so I know of no

Re: Stus-List Exterior Teak Varnish Recommendation?

Randy, I have been using Cetol for years on the Great Lakes, and so applied it last winter to the much neglected teak on my Florida project boat. One summer of southern sunshine (and one hurricane) and it needs it another coat. I will take a little more care this year and put more

Re: Stus-List caulk question and West 6-10 to the rescue

Joe, I am in the middle of essentially the same project on my 36, but elected to replace the original vent with one of the original style, which can be closed. The only markings on the original were a stylized "T", and "Made in Sweden". An internet search did not reveal the original

Re: Stus-List Rod rigging.

Steve, My name is also Steve, and I am also fixing up a 1980 C 36, so it would help to reduce confusion if you would provide a little more identification in your posts. Most of listers have adopted the convention of signing with our boat model and location, or something along that

Re: Stus-List Mast Step Box 1980 CnC36

nt.net On Mon, Jan 9, 2017 at 1:17 PM, Steve Thomas via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > Whatever is supporting the mast step on my 1980 C project boat has sunk > by 1/2 to 1.0 inch, and the mast is pulling down on the cabin top. There is > no visible sign of ro

Re: Stus-List Mast Down - Need guidance on replacement of VHF cabling & antenna

Shop around for prices. I just did a quick look on the LMR-400 cable itself, and the first 2 vendors I checked differed in price by a factor of 3. The only technical downside that I can see for LMR-400 as opposed to RG213 is that if there ever is a salt water leak, the aluminum braid will fail

Stus-List Mast Step Box 1980 CnC36

Whatever is supporting the mast step on my 1980 C project boat has sunk by 1/2 to 1.0 inch, and the mast is pulling down on the cabin top. There is no visible sign of rot in the wood and fibreglass cross members at either end, and I am planning to attempt to put an aluminum plate shim

Stus-List Maxwell Liberty windlass - experience? opinions?

Maxwell Liberty RC2500, 12 volt. Westmarine had one of these for sale at a considerable discount, and I have been looking around for something for my 1980 C project boat. The boat has never has any sort of windlass installed, and I want to get some serious ground tackle for cruising

Re: Stus-List Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas Stu! Stu via CnC-List wrote: ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray

Re: Stus-List $750 at Fisheries Supply - what to buy?

A ROCNA anchor is on my list, especially after Wally's write up of his little anchoring adventure. Steve Thomas C Merritt Island, FL Andrew Means via CnC-List wrote: Hey all - I have recently found myself with $750 worth of gift cards to spend at Fisheries

Re: Stus-List Cleat covers

I even get sheets caught on the forward hatch sometimes. Maybe add a sexy looking fairing? Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON Nauset Beach via CnC-List wrote: APS has some that might work: http://www.apsltd.com/cleat-chocks-pair.html Or maybe with

Re: Stus-List Looking for used sailboat stuff

Interested in any rather old foredeck cattle? Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON "Dennis C. via CnC-List" wrote: Owning a sailboat is getting more and more expensive. I'm hoping the list's holiday spirit will help me to cut costs with some used stuff. Wanted:

Re: Stus-List Rewiring mast and anchor light..

I also worked for a company that made wiring harnesses once upon a time, but we were mass producing them for cars. There too, all connections were crimped, but there is one big difference between the OEM approach and the usual aftermarket stuff sold for use with hand tools. The aftermarket

Re: Stus-List Prop won't come off

I couldn't get the prop to budge on my C 36 project boat, but I was pulling the prop shaft anyway in order to change the stuffing box and replace the cutlass bearing, so I took the shaft with the prop still attached to a propeller shop and had them pull it and check the shaft for straightness.

Re: Stus-List C Mk1 Compass

Gemini on both of my C's, one built in 1978, the other in 1979 (1980 model year). Both Edson pedestals. The Gemini is no longer made, but shows up on ebay fairly often, and some parts are still available. I bought a replacement last year. Steve Thomas C MKIII - 1978 C -1980

Stus-List Test

Just a test to see if I have been blocked or something. I Replied to a post last night and again this morning, but neither appeared on the list. Only one post appeared in the time intervening for that matter. I really don't know what is going on, since neither the original post, or my

Stus-List 1980 C 36 Rudder Shaft Diameter

I think it is two and a half inches, but I am many miles from the boat. Does anyone know for certain? Thanks, Steve Thomas C Merritt Island, FL. ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a

Re: Stus-List 12 volt desktop compter

One other thing to consider if using an older machine that will never be connected to the internet, is that the earlier versions of older than the most recent Microsoft operating system will boot much quicker than an older version loaded down with the most recent updates available. If an

Re: Stus-List Head Removal...no what.

Use a sharp putty knife or other knife to clean up the surface of the block. You need to be super careful not to let any sort of abrasive particles into the cylinders. Once the surface is clean, oil it lightly and cover the whole thing with clean rags until ready for assembly. Steve Thomas

Re: Stus-List 1991 C 51 and 1973 C 61

Now that is a nice interior! Steve Thomas Jeremy Ralph via CnC-List wrote: Sweet. I've been drooling at this one too: http://vancouver.craigslist.ca/nvn/bod/5808262819.html Stus-List 1991 C 51 > I like to drool and dream. Thought you might want to join me. >

Stus-List Home built trans atlantic houseboat

Only goes to emphasize the role that good fortune plays in sea travels. http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/ghost-boat-from-canada-washes-up-on-irish-beach-1.3160033 Steve Thomas C Mkiii Port Stanley, ON (on the hard as of yesterday) ___ This list is

Re: Stus-List Switching to rope halyards

Regarding wraps, the Harken halyard restrainer is not specific to Harken furlers, it is just a small block with a V shaped sheeve that mounts on the mast. I used one to good effect with a Hood 810 furler. Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON Derek McLeod via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Veterans Day (USA ) - Remembrance Day (Canada)

November 11 is Remembrance Day in Canada and the U.K. Similar, but officially observed in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The Legion raises money for veterans in need through the sale of red poppies (pins) to be worn on the collar, shirt, or jacket. Whatever the

Re: Stus-List Shift and gas control on C 29

You can get exact replacements for the cables, although it will be necessary to cross reference the number. I had to do the shift cable on my C this summer. If you can get in there to read the number off of the cable, the length will be encoded in the part number, at least it was on mine. That

Re: Stus-List Inverter to Outlet Via Extension Cord?

Your basic "modified sine" cheap inverter has two hot connections, neither of which can be connected to ground. There is no "neutral". So long as you understand this, then ok. What it means is that if you connect to a single outlet as you describe, or to a string of outlets, what would

Re: Stus-List Slip Choice

I second Dennis's advice on getting a slip with the dock downwind. A cross wind will swamp prop walk effects. I docked for many years in a slip in a river that was always cross current and usually cross winded. Pretty hairy getting in and out sometimes. Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON

Re: Stus-List Anyone headed out?

A little bumpy on Lake Erie for me today, but it was quite warm. Tomorrow sounds better for the north shore. Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON "Della Barba wrote: Leaving Wednesday for what looks like a warm week for October ☺ Joe Coquina

Re: Stus-List Winterizing 2GM20F

Yes. Environmental considerations aside, engine antifreeze is better for both the raw water cooling system and the head, but not suitable for potable water systems. Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON Persuasion37 via CnC-List wrote: Doesn't the engine

Re: Stus-List Winterizing 2GM20F

rd. Joe Coquina Still two months away from antifreeze :) -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Steve Thomas via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 14, 2016 2:44 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Steve Thomas Subject: Re: Stus-List Winterizing 2GM20F

Re: Stus-List Winterizing 2GM20F

You might think that, but it is not. Recochem used to make a propylene glycol engine antifreeze here that was widely sold under various brand names, notably Prestolite, but they don't anymore. It came as a something of a shock when it was no longer available. Some automotive speed shops have a

Re: Stus-List Mainsail replacement considerations

You should talk to Doyle Boston Sailmakers in Sarnia. They have done a lot of work for me over the years, including re-cutting and re-sizing, as well as a brand new Dacron genoa. Not the cheapest option for new sails, but they are the go-to guys for the racers around here and they just might

Re: Stus-List AIS VHF

io use one antenna. The AIS has a built in splitter. This is nothing new. -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Steve Thomas via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2016 11:55 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Steve Thomas <sthom...@b

Re: Stus-List AIS VHF

I can't see any reason not to use a single antenna on vessels that are voluntarily equipped with AIS. Time will tell if the recreational market is big enough for someone to make a suitable rig. It ought to be, in my opinion. Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON "Della Barba wrote: ☹

Re: Stus-List Thoughts to those in Matthew's path

Thanks Randy. My boat survived undamaged according to my neighbour at the marina. He said that the docks were damaged but did not elaborate. I am in Canada, so no personal risk, just 4 months of labour and many boat bucks. The closest NOAA weather device measured a maximum of "only" 60 knots,

Re: Stus-List Chart plotter problem

There is yet another possibility. I have been thinking of getting a nominal 12 volt vehicle system to stabilized 13.8 volt switching regulator. I have a compressor type 12 volt portable cooler that will not start unless the engine is running. This link is to the products I have been

Re: Stus-List RC issues.

wrote: http://www.answers.com/Q/What_exactly_does_the_Sailboat_racing_term_a_bullet_mean_start_first_round_first_finish_first_or_just_finish_first?#slide=2 Do you race much Steve? On Thu, Sep 29, 2016 at 2:30 PM Steve Thomas via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > What do you

Re: Stus-List RC issues.

What do you mean by "the RC gets a bullet" ? I mean, I get it that there is supposed to be a gun culture in certain places, but I am guessing you are using the word as a scoring term that I am not familiar with. Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON Kevin Driscoll via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List 30mki cabin sole support

I would be very reluctant to use any sort of spray or pour foam in a bilge. It is almost certain to saturate when it gets wet and cause problems down the road. Aside from that, they tend to not have all that much structural strength. Why not just use fiberglass? Another consideration would be

Re: Stus-List Lifeline netting

This is a case where black nylon line might be preferable, if you really want the knots to stay in the same place on the life lines. Works especially good if you soak it in water first. Nylon's otherwise annoying tendency to weld itself into un-pickable knots could be an advantage in this

Stus-List Fwd: Re: Chart plotter for sale - oops

That was not intended for the whole list. Sorry about that. Steve Date: Sun, 8 May 2016 13:09:50 -0400 From: Steve Thomas To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Chart plotter for sale Cc: Joel Aronson Hi Joel, This is

Re: Stus-List Chart plotter for sale

Hi Joel, This is follow up to the phone call we just completed. My postal address here is: Steve Thomas, C/O Yacht Masters 2700 Harbortown Drive, Merritt Island, FL 32954 Let me know as soon as you know the exact amount and I will send it right away. I will need to know your

Re: Stus-List Seasickness

You have used scopolamine before, so for you it is not an issue, but first time users are well advised to try it out ahead of time if possible. Some people find it makes them really dopey. I like to keep some patches on board though, for those people who insist that they won't get seasick.

Stus-List West System cored hull time to cure

I am contemplating installing a new transducer in a cored hull, but have only 2 days till scheduled launch. If I do it, it will be a 2 inch hole, and I want to do it right. The process I have got from the list over the years is in a nutshell,as follows: Once the hole is cut, and the core

Re: Stus-List Water tank size. Is there more than one? 30MkII 1988

There is often confusion between imperial and american gallons, and sometimes litres. I used to prepare daily cost analysis reports first thing in the morning, and the last thing to do before printing it off and handing it to the bosses was what we called the "sanity check" - do the numbers

Re: Stus-List C 34 Packing Size

Correction: The Buck Algonquin packing boxes made now use 1/4" packing with 1" shaft size, but there is no way for someone else to know exactly what is installed in your boat. http://catalog.buckalgonquin.com/viewitems/packing-boxes-w-spud/ng-boxes-self-aligning-spud-type-right-hand-thread

Re: Stus-List C 34 Packing Size

Most likely 3/16. Steve Thomas C Chris Duer via CnC-List wrote: Does anyone know offhand what diameter packing is used on the C 34? Yanmar 2QM201" shaft Thanks! Chris ___ This list is supported by the generous donations

Re: Stus-List Stuffing box options on LF38

I chose to replace the packing box on my C with a new Buck Algonquin conventional packing after 2 catastrophic failures of drip less packing glands in boats at my marina in a single month. One sank, and the other made it to the travel lift in time. Both power boats. I admit that I know little

Re: Stus-List Autopilot purchase and solar panel install

There won't be any duty, but you will have to pay whatever the HST, or GST plus PST, or just GST, is payable in your province of residence. In Ontario that is 13%, but some times, especially for goods shipped via the post office, they don't charge anything at all. The post office charges a

Re: Stus-List Interior cushions

What year are the cushion covers? My 27 is a 1978 model year, and both the owners manual and the tags on the cushion covers (those that are still legible) say dry clean only. Steve Thomas C MKIII Port Stanley, ON Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List wrote: I took the covers

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump capacity?

http://www.forespar.com/products/sta-plug.shtml Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List wrote: A Tru-Plug (orange pliable foamy cone shaped bung) and an Edson 18gpm manual pump on a board emergency pump are standard for most folks tackling offshore passagemaking. If you

Re: Stus-List Lazy Jacks

I second the advice to take a look at the Harken diagrams. I have been using one of their products for over 12 years now, and I can attest to the fact that the geometry works well. Actually, except for the self tapping screws supplied for the cleat, the whole kit worked out well. Seemed a

Re: Stus-List Overheating as high RPM only

I have had similar experiences a few times now where the problem turned out to be a partial obstruction to the raw water flow ahead of the strainer, including on one occasion a tiny piece of twig that got stuck in the elbow in the top of the strainer housing itself. A quick and dirty fix that

Re: Stus-List CC 24 Top o'Mast Work

Here is a detailed video and advice on using an A frame to lower the mast on a Catalina 27. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpFhnYQmRYs There are other examples on Youtube. Steve Thomas CC27 MKIII Port Stanley, ON - Original Message - From: Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List webasto parts

I presume that you are already using Google in your quest for parts, but don't ignore the truck tractor-trailer market. There are a lot more of these heaters sold to truckers than to boaters. There is a good chance that there is a truck service shop that stocks Webasto heaters and service parts

Re: Stus-List Restoring Grip to Winches

Think of the vertical bumps on Anderson winches. If your winches are aluminum, I wonder if there is any reason why a decent welder couldn't run some smooth vertical beads on the drums. Steve Thomas 27 MKIII - Original Message - From: Kevin Driscoll via CnC-List To: CC List

Re: Stus-List Freezing cockpit drains solved

I like the idea of wire reinforced hose on through hulls, especiall cockpit drains that I never close. Steve Thomas CC27 MKIII Lake Erie - Original Message - From: Brent Driedger via CnC-List To: John McKay ; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: mike amirault Sent: Sunday, March 15,

Re: Stus-List email list or forum

There is or was an archive, but since I've been here from the start I just use Microsoft Outlook and store all my emails in yearly files. It is easy to set up an email rule that directs all cnc list mail to a separate folder, as others have mentioned. Steve - Original Message -

Re: Stus-List Email List or Forum

I prefer the list, but if the question was existential, a forum would be better than nothing. Steve Thomas - Original Message - From: Stu via CnC-List To: CC Email List Sent: Friday, March 13, 2015 17:32 Subject: Stus-List Email List or Forum Recently, some of our

Re: Stus-List Genetic Engineering

Sounds perfect to me. - Original Message - From: David Knecht via CnC-List To: Rick Taillieu ; CnC CnC discussion list Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2015 17:06 Subject: Re: Stus-List Genetic Engineering Winch grinding, mast climbing, bottom cleaning, anchor hauling ….

Re: Stus-List Tool recommendation

I would NOT try to use an open end wrench of any kind to loosen a bolt that is really stuck. There is too high a probability that you will just round off the head and make your task even more difficult. Use some kind of closed wrench, either the box end of a combination wrench, or a socket,

Re: Stus-List Stove

I would imagine that a fire being fed by a pressured fuel leak of any kind would be difficult to extinguish. Propane is certainly not intrinsically better in that regard, and if it is safer in practice then it must be due to either better engineering, better operator competence, or both.

Re: Stus-List Registration in Canada

I has to be done by the builder as far as I can tell. The form was included in the front of the CC manual that came with my boat, and included the original purchaser's name, as well as signatures by CC staff. I have been considering purchasing a boat in the U.S. for some time and have been

Re: Stus-List Stove

I still use a pressurized alcohol stove without problems once I learned how to use it. It was not a big jump from using a Coleman camp stove, but not exactly the same. It is the type with the local alcohol tank, so you really want to remember to check the alcohol level before leaving the

Re: Stus-List Need Recommendation for Tool to remove balsa core from drilled hole - resins etc

I bought a used Natty dodger for my boat and am faced with the same task for the 30+ holes to install the Lift-the-Dot® fasteners that it requires to fasten the canvass to the deck. I did try to counter sink holes in the gelcoat and screw into the top fiberglass layer underneath, but that

Re: Stus-List Furling Main

I sailed my boat for 2 seasons before installing Harken lazy jacks. No regrets whatsoever 12 years later. Made single handing a much better experience. Combined with full battens it helps to keep the mainsail in control at all times. Helps especially to hoist when single handing. No need to go

Re: Stus-List Barient winches.

The only tricky bit is in not losing the pawls or springs. A cloth fastened between the toe rail and lifeline may help. - Original Message - From: mike amirault via CnC-List To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Saturday, February 21, 2015 09:34 Subject: Stus-List Barient

Re: Stus-List Need help from a fellow Cnc listers in Florida

The guy who owns Holland Marine in Toronto has (or at least had) a CS36 but I don't know if it is a Merlin. He also got a lot of CS left over parts, after CS closed down. It is possible that he got some of their documentation as well, I do know that he got a LOT of stuff. If memory serves

Re: Stus-List Window Installation - 1985 41

Based on my experience, I think that it would be a very bad choice. My boat has 3/8 plexiglass screwed and glued on top of the gelcoat with something like plexus, that sticks very well to gelcoat, but who ever did it could have used a bit more as it leaked in a few places. So I used white 3M

Re: Stus-List Window Installation - 1985 41

The combination of puncture resistant windshields, along with strong bonding into the vehicle, makes them part of the passenger containment system and as such the engineering and assembly process both come under federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) control. This means that quality

Re: Stus-List While our Northeast friends were shoveling snow..

, Steve Thomas via CnC-List cnc-list@cnc-list.com wrote: I gave up calling the walkway in front of my house a sidewalk. Trench is more accurate. Steve Thomas Southwestern Ontario - Original Message - From: Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List While our Northeast friends were shoveling snow..

I gave up calling the walkway in front of my house a sidewalk. Trench is more accurate. Steve Thomas Southwestern Ontario - Original Message - From: Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2015 7:12 PM Subject: Re: Stus-List While

Re: Stus-List Mystery Part

Good question. If it was 10 ohms, I would say instrument lights, but what you have will only drop 1 volt per ampere at maximum resistance. Maybe a P.O. had a large 12 volt fan? - Original Message - From: Joel Aronson via CnC-List To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Saturday,

Re: Stus-List Latest chart plotters - BG go free wifi modules

I took a look at the BG units at Defender, and in trying to get a handle on overall price options, also at the wifi wireless module available from various sources. I quickly learned that what appears to be the same physical hardware, down to the part number, is sold for about 4 different

Re: Stus-List Kingston Marine Museum in danger

Ok, so I sent our local MP a message with a plea to put this process on hold, and a link to the article, but I don't hold out much hope. All he ever does is tell us how much we should appreciate what the Conservative party is doing for us. Hail the dear leader, etc. Steve Thomas Port Stanley,

Re: Stus-List webasto heater exhaust fitting

Not off hand, but for what it is worth, I bought one a few years back from a guy in Turkey. I found a few dealers both in the UK and in the USA at the time, but the Turkish dealer was cheaper and there were no problems with shipping or quality. Steve Thomas CC27 MKIII Port Stanley, ON -

Re: Stus-List Bottom paint survey

There was a survey (more like an actual scientific experiment) done a few years back that involved actual testing of samples in several different locations. It might have been Sail magazine, but I am not sure. Anyway some of the paints were better than others, as one would expect, but the real

Re: Stus-List Vents and Rain

Dan, the dorade boxes mentioned in your other replies do not exist as stock equipment on your CC26. You have 2 of the vents pictured on the transom of your boat, same as on my CC27. On mine, one goes to the engine compartment blower, and the other just dumps out into the bilge at the

Re: Stus-List Seasons' Greetings

Merry Christmas to you Stu and Gladys, and many thanks for providing us with this list. Your efforts truly are appreciated. Steve Thomas - Original Message - From: Stu via CnC-List To: CC Email List Sent: Tuesday, December 23, 2014 8:32 AM Subject: Stus-List Seasons'

Stus-List Solstice New Moon Weather and Yule

On the longest darkest night of the year, and with the prospect of inclement weather, now would be a good time to bring back the feast of Yule! Time to spark up those Yule logs! For those of us that can. I know that if I had a fire place I would. Anyway, happy Yule, fellow Listers! Steve

Re: Stus-List Dribble

Shirt pockets are my nemesis. I know that whatever I put in there will fall out the next time I bend down to do something, but I am only going to leave it there for a minute, and I will remember. Yeah, right. 3 pairs of glasses, 3 cell phones, and one GPS, all gifts to Neptune. Steve

Re: Stus-List Furl 1st or Reef 1st ?

True. Our last sail at the end of October was with the genoa only, and the boat was remarkably well balanced and still had a bit of weather helm. If the boat is actually moving along then weather helm comes from hydrodynamic forces as well as the wind pressure on the sails. We all know this

Re: Stus-List Furl 1st or Reef 1st ?

My 153 genoa still works good upwind when furled to a few inches above the bow pulpit. It is a Spike Boston, Doyle square weave polyester sail, with a piece of line sewn in to flatten the sail when partially furled. I discovered by accident that this has the added advantage of allowing to boat

Re: Stus-List LF38 engine access - how bad is it really?

Mike, The heat exchanger in a fresh water cooled engine system exchanges heat between the engine and seawater. I am guessing that your everyday life idea of a heat exchanger is one that uses a hot working fluid to heat room air, as in a house with a hot water heating system. In any

Re: Stus-List OMG! We're dragging!

Too funny! Well at least you know that your brain still works. My biggest worry when I set an alarm is that it won't wake me up. Steve - Original Message - From: Dennis C. via CnC-List cnc-list@cnc-list.com To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Tuesday, December 02, 2014 9:14 AM Subject:

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