Re: Stus-List 35-3 Rudder post sleeve

It's hard to imagine having to replace the rudder post sleeve, and needing a new collar. Sometimes turning the grease cup (if it has any grease left in it) will make the steering easier. If the cup is already screwed in all the way, remove it, fill it with grease and screw it back on until greas

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 a

Stus-List 35-3 Rudder post sleeve

Indigo, a 35-3 in central NJ has had a tight steering wheel. Inspection revealed the need for a new rudder post sleeve and collar that holds the rudder in place. Does any one know of where replacements can be found for this. The local yard has said it may require a custom made piece. Of question is

Re: Stus-List stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Got so exited by the pens beating the sharks (in ice hockey) forgot to sign off properly Jim Schwartz  Sea yea! C & C 38 LF Washington nc Sent from my T-Mobile 4G LTE Device Original message From: detroito91 via CnC-List Date:06/01/2016 11:43 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cn

Re: Stus-List stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Just finished installing 2 in place of the do Dorado boxes. Time was a few hours for the first and less after that. 2 more to go. West marine have the micro on sale for $99 each. You will need 3m 4000 for sealing. On the 38 landfall I have 4 boxes. Mounted to the cabin roof by 4 screws. Remove t

Stus-List stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

I have a Nicro unit right above the doorway to the v-birth on the cabin side of the bulkhead. I kinda wish I had a second one and I would like it in the aft stateroom. Like you guys though I hate to drill in the fiberglass and it's way down on the priority list. The one I have is the regular

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Plus 2 for removing the dorade boxes...by now they are old and decrepit, not to mention obsolete.I did mine a year ago and installed 2 Nicro solar vents right where the original holes were.one did end up right over the head. The other one is in the passage way from the main cabin area to the f

Re: Stus-List Loctite sealant for marine use? Maybe not?

Well not everybody has any Butyl left in their joints to squeeze. I agree I wouldn't use the self leveling unless as a last resort, which I believe it's more or less the situation the original poster is in. Additionally, the PLS40 is the one recommended in the article (did anybody RTFA;? I imagine

Re: Stus-List Fairing an elliptical rudder

Other than original build files or copies from the Kingston Museum, you might try Computer Keels for the proper NACA chord shapes for various vertical depths of your rudder. If the fore-aft distance is not much different from top to bottom of your rudder, a single template at ~ $75 is all you sh

Re: Stus-List mast collar tangs C& C 33-2

Neil, All the mast base turning blocks were added by me. There are five. Three port; two starboard. Keeping the load on the mast is exactly why I installed them. I had Guido at Garhauer make them. I think they are the same or similar to ones Garhauer makes for Catalina. The cost less than ha

Stus-List Fairing an elliptical rudder

Hi, I'm interested in templating and fairing my elliptical rudder on my 37+. Where might I find information on the lines of this rudder? Cheers, Al ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please h

Re: Stus-List Spreader Boots

Tom, I bought a bunch of leather at the boat show a couple years ago. I cut it and sew my own spreader boots. I had the mast down two years ago and installed them. No problems since. No one can see the workmanship, as they're 20' in the air. Problem solved! Money saved! Jake Jake

Stus-List Adjustable backstay?

I'm new to sailing. My C&C 30MkII has an adjustable back stay. However, I have watched a couple sailing videos and they say with a full rig vs. fractional, it cannot be adjusted because the back and front stays are attached at the top. How do you adjust the mast rack/bend with a back stay if the

Stus-List Loctite sealant for marine use? Maybe not?

Hum, I clicked on the Loctite link below, and it’s NOT recommended with butyl! WHAT? I thought my hull/deck joint was put together with butyl, so it could be tightened up - only if leaking. It’s lasted 32 years, so C&C got a lot right! Not sure I’d want to risk/mess with that record. . .

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Edd, I have a Nico solar vent on the forward hatch.been there since I bought the boat in 2006 and would not be without it. Rob Abbott AZURA C&C 32 - 84 Halifax, N.S. On 2016-06-01 1:37 PM, Edd Schillay via CnC-List wrote: Listers, After launching the Enterprise last week, we undertook a

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Hi Edd We have been running dehumidifier and some heat (living aboard) most of the winter so we are golden, but last winter was a different story. Not much air movement on the 37+. I had some solar vents on past boats and they were great. i am wondering if you could set up a low voltage fa

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Hi Edd We have been running dehumidifier and some heat (living aboard) most of the winter so we are golden, but last winter was a different story. Not much air movement on the 37+. I had some solar vents on past boats and they were great. i am wondering if you could set up a low voltage fa

Re: Stus-List mast collar tangs C& C 33-2

Dennis, Are those turning blocks on the mast something you added, or do you think the forward two, at least, were original? Weatherly has none of those, just deck-mounted stand-up turning blocks - what you have keeps a large part of the load on the mast, much nicer. Neil Gallagher Weatherl

Stus-List Bid quick - 35-1 on eBay in New Orleans

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Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

How about replacing the dorades on the coach roof, if you have them.___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions are greatly appreciated!

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

In my experience, mineral oil floats at the top of the holding tank and stops aeration - very smelly... > On Jun 1, 2016, at 5:19 PM, Tom Buscaglia via CnC-List > wrote: > > I was surprised to learn that Muriatic acid is actually preferred to vinigar > as a treatment for the internal buildup

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Thx Mike. I’ll have a look. We were just discussing the idea last weekend, so they may well be helpful, if not too much trouble. Did they make the difference you were hoping for? Be safe. Best regards, David Miles From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Persu

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Hey Dave Just checked my blog (persuasion37.com) and if you look at the cover photo and one posted May 17/15 you can see the vents. If you would like close ups and more in depth pics I'll get them when I get home. Mike Persuasion C&C 37 K/CB Long Sault Sent from my iPad > On Jun 1, 2016, at

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

I'm presently on a road trip to New Brunswick. I'll do so when I get back. Mike Persuasion C&C 37 K/CB Long Sault Sent from my iPad > On Jun 1, 2016, at 8:11 PM, David Miles via CnC-List > wrote: > > Do you have some pictures you can post of the Vent Fans Mike? > > Best regards, > > David

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Do you have some pictures you can post of the Vent Fans Mike? Best regards, David Miles Impulse C&C 30-2 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Persuasion37 via CnC-List Sent: June-01-16 2:51 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Persuasion37 Subject: Re: Stus-List Ven

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

On Persuasion the cowls were removed and solar vents installed. Over the galley sink another was installed. Mike Persuasion C&C 37 K/CB Long Sault Sent from my iPad > On Jun 1, 2016, at 1:37 PM, Edd Schillay via CnC-List > wrote: > > Listers, > > After launching the Enterprise last week, w

Re: Stus-List Spreader Boots

I just use white electrical tape to cover the spreader tip pin and retainer. I do pull my mast every year though. Mike Persuasion C&C 37 K/CB Long Sault Sent from my iPad > On Jun 1, 2016, at 11:12 AM, Tom Alessi via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hello all, > Any recommendations on spreader boots f

Re: Stus-List Arrival by private boat in the US bya "visa exempt" citizen

I can attest to the fact that Homeland Security is anal about reporting each movement. On our trip south in 2014 I was travelling with another boat and the captain said he never call in during is north bound trip the previous year. In Annapolis they caught up with us and advised us of our requ

Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

I was surprised to learn that Muriatic acid is actually preferred to vinigar as a treatment for the internal buildup in the toilet. So long as there are no exposed metal parts it works great. The stuff fizzes up...and when it stops it is either all used up or done. Then a follow up with mine

Stus-List Hull Identification number required by New Mexico. Transom Depth?

Hello. I have purchased a 1988 30MkII. On the paperwork, the motor vehicle department needs some measurements. One is "Transom Depth" My boat is in DC and I'm in New Mexico. Anyone with a C&C30MkII care to measure and let me know the transom height? Thanks a ton. Lorne ___

Re: Stus-List Spreader Boots

I expect that I'll hear quite a bit of push back but, I don't have spreader boots and it has never caused me a problem. The sails have spreader patches to prevent chaff. I resist spreader boots since they hold moisture and can contribute to corrosion. They also prevent the rain from rinsing out

Re: Stus-List mast collar tangs C& C 33-2

Randy, Touche', like many older models, had exits with sheaves a couple inches above the collar. Look at this picture: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_sb5TfIENvsSlRKb1pDdHdoSW8 Note the metal plate behind the 3rd block. That used to have one of these: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_s

Re: Stus-List My Experience and Mistakes With Interlux

I've been using this to seal deck hardware, framed portlights and chainplates for several years. Dries in 30 minutes and forms a waterproof, flexible, adhesive seal that is far superior to anything found in a chandlery.  I've yet to have a leak anywhere I've used it. http://www.homedepot.com/p/

Re: Stus-List Installing linear autohelm on LF38

Francois, The "correct" method isn't that much more labor intensive. You're probably going to have to glass in a platform for the linear drive and one for a rudder position sensor. You can tie off a line to the bail on the rudder stalk and then lower it, even while in the water. Pull the suppor

Re: Stus-List mast collar tangs C& C 33-2

Randy — mine just use exit plates, like these: http://www.defender.com/product3.jsp?path=-1%7C118%7C2358532%7C2358537&id=113318 Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C&C Landfall 38) -- Bayfield, WI > On Jun 1, 2016, at 1:48 PM, Randy Stafford via CnC-List > wrote: > > The thing that s

Re: Stus-List Arrival by private boat in the US bya "visa exempt" citizen

Thank you for the article on the cruising license ...that was useful...but didn't help re the I94 visa exempt form. Maybe I'll try to contact those officers mentioned directly as the info line people really didn't have the answer . As for the reporting of every movement, reminds me of travellin

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Josh, Which midships hatches? The ones over the galley and head, or the two right in front of the mast? All the best, Edd Edd M. Schillay Starship Enterprise C&C 37+ | Sail No: NCC-1701-B City Island, NY Starship Enterprise's Captain's Log

Re: Stus-List mast collar tangs C& C 33-2

That all makes good sense. And yes, my 30-1 #7 has sheaves in the mast just above the cabin top for turning the main and headsail halyards out (athwartships) to winches on the dorade boxes. The thing that still confuses me is, on these boats with mast collar tangs, how do the halyards exit the

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

The previous 37+ that I looked at purchasing (Blue Pearl) had the solar fans installed in the midships port and stbd hatches. It didn't seem to effect natural light very much. Many of the solar fans have a directional switch that allow one to be intake and output. Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

Around here, if you are pumping your salad overboard, you would be in trouble. So, we just pump it into the tank, then shake and stir…… I will have to look and see what the ingredients are for the Head Lube. Gary From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C.

Re: Stus-List SPREADER BOOTS

Any 30 mkII owners know which sizes they used? Sm & Med or Med & Lrg boots. Thanks! On Wed, Jun 1, 2016 at 8:26 AM William Walker via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > I don't know what brand you are considering. Last year I had Torreson > Marine in Muskegon install new boots. They use

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

Definitely oregano.Ron From: Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Chuck Gilchrest Sent: Wednesday, June 1, 2016 12:41 PM Subject: Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden So between the olive oil and vinegar, I should basically just pour salad dressing

Re: Stus-List Arrival by private boat in the US bya "visa exempt" citizen

Well, ya know, next thing some dangerous foreigner mounts a 10a shotgun on a swivel on the foredeck and there ya have it, a frigate!Ya just can't be too safe.RonWild CheriC&C 30-1STL From: S Thomas via CnC-List To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: S Thomas Sent: Wednesday, June 1, 2016 12:3

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

Check with marine life experts in your area to see if the barnacles prefer arugula or Romaine. The occasional cucumber slice might also appeal to them. Dennis C. On Wed, Jun 1, 2016 at 12:41 PM, Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > So between the olive oil and vinegar,

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

So between the olive oil and vinegar, I should basically just pour salad dressing down the pot, pump a few times and hope it works.. Any need for other seasoning or a sprig of parsley? Chuck Gilchrest Half Magic 1983 LF 35 Padanaram,MA Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 1, 2016, at 12:41 PM, Dennis C.

Stus-List Installing linear autohelm on LF38

Hi David, >From looking at the pictures on the 37+ it indeed looked like a factory setup. I might just do it like that when the boat is on the hard for a bottom job / rig inspection in a year or 2. I'd love to see the pictures on yours. PS: The pole is "Peachy" thanks for asking. I was ab

Re: Stus-List Arrival by private boat in the US bya "visa exempt" citizen

The American government is pretty extreme in its reporting requirements for visiting pleasure boats, especially that part about having to report every movement of the boat once in American waters. Can you imagine if they did that with cars? I seriously doubt that there are very many Americans wh

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Edd, Weatherly came with two installed, one 4" in the deck forward, just aft of the mooring cleat, and one 3" in the head. I've been really happy with them, they do seem to keep the boat ventilated over the winter. I had to replace both last season, the old Nico were stainless steel, new a

Re: Stus-List My Experience and Mistakes With Interlux

Agreed. I just like that someone has been testing the Loctite polyurethane for the past 10 years, *above *and *below *the waterline. Quikcrete

Re: Stus-List Installing linear autohelm on LF38

I am looking at doing a similar install on my 36. The T shaped cockpit sure limits the room down there. Been looking online for a suitable (2 piece) tiller arm, but am coming around to the conclusion that I will have to make one. I am thinking that a 1 inch thick piece of aluminum might do it,

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Dennis, Love the idea, but my yard won’t let me keep the boat connected to AC power over the winter to run that. All the best, Edd Edd M. Schillay Starship Enterprise C&C 37+ | Sail No: NCC-1701-B City Island, NY Starship Enterprise's Captain's Log >

Re: Stus-List Installing linear autohelm on LF38

Hi J-F. Looking at your note. My 34+ has a nice shelf in the port locker and the lever arm about3-4" below the deck level and radial drive. The glass work looks like factory. I have a couple of pics somewhere if you are interested. By the way, did you ever get that spinnaker pole working? Ciao

Re: Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Many of us have installed solar vents in the head. I personally think that's the best place. Between the solar vent and one or two warm air circulators, Touche' stays relatively mildew free. https://www.amazon.com/Caframo-Limited-Stor-Dry-Warm-Circulator/dp/B0009L675W?ie=UTF8&*Version*=1&*entrie

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

We keep a small bottle of olive oil on Touche' to cook with. Olive oil can go rancid. Every spring we buy a new bottle and the old bottle goes for lubing the head. Dennis C. On Wed, Jun 1, 2016 at 11:21 AM, IRVIN via CnC-List wrote: > Once you get it working a periodic flush with vegetable oi

Stus-List Vent Fans -- Where Do You Have Them?

Listers, After launching the Enterprise last week, we undertook a several-day battle of cleaning up mold and mildew that formed over the winter season. See: https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-atTOVzKTiJ4/V070NXLN-NI/CbI/L4P1kYqh0DAJw5J-vDUC2nFRCCXe4OtHgCLcB/s1600/madkirk.jpg

Re: Stus-List My Experience and Mistakes With Interlux

The Quikrete product is intended for buildings. Doesn't mean it won't work for other things. http://www.homehardware.ca/en/rec/index.htm/Paint-D%C3%A9cor/Maintenance/Concrete-Sealer-Supp/Cement-Acc/Miscellaneous/300mL-Grey-Self-Leveling-Polyurethane-Sealant/_/N-2pqfZ67l/Ne-67n/Ntk-All_EN/R-I2622

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

Once you get it working a periodic flush with vegetable oil will keep it lubed. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 1, 2016, at 6:51 AM, Tim Goodyear via CnC-List > wrote: > > If you're getting a little backflow from the joker valve, you may want to try > running some household (white) vinegar throu

Re: Stus-List My Experience and Mistakes With Interlux

Which one did you use Bettina? The article mentions Loctite PLS20, PLS 40, and but no Quikcrete. Looks like Loctite has also come out with a Marine version. Loctite Polyurethene here

Re: Stus-List mast collar tangs C& C 33-2

Somewhere in the production run of the 30-1’s, they changed their minds….#593 has tangs and indents in the mast collar to receive them. Maybe the complaints of folks getting locked in the head by a jammed door may have helped? Gary From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On

Re: Stus-List SPREADER BOOTS

I don't know what brand you are considering.  Last year I had Torreson Marine in Muskegon install new boots.  They used Taylor Made, part numbers Tay 960027 and Tay 960026, large and medium.  Medium for uppers, large for mowers.  About 45 per pair.   Bill walker Cnc 36 Pentwater, Mi On Jun 1, 2016

Re: Stus-List SPREADER BOOTS

I have to measure the circumference of the spreader ends, so I can decide which to order. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine On Wed, Jun 1, 2016 at 11:13 AM, Tom Alessi via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Are you going with "small" for the uppers and lowers? > > Tom > 1980 C&C 36 > tagraph...@opto

Stus-List SPREADER BOOTS

Are you going with "small" for the uppers and lowers? Tom 1980 C&C 36 tagraph...@optonline.net ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions

Re: Stus-List mast collar tangs C& C 33-2

I'm no engineer. Just a guess. The older models were not designed with vertical running rigging loads at the center of the cabin roof. There were horizontal loads leading from inside the mast to winches at the base of the mast Later models had halyard, reefing, etc blocks attached to the cabin

Stus-List Installing linear autohelm on LF38

Hi Chuck, How about making a custom tiller arm that fits into the emergency tiller fitting above the radial drive? I saw that done online and thought that was rather clever. I've also been mulling this over for a couple years now and that's the best "easy" solution I saw. I have a similar s

Re: Stus-List Arrival by private boat in the US by a "visa exempt" citizen

this might be useful.http://currents.bluewatercruising.org/articles/pleasure-boat-entry-us-new-process-2016/ Date: Tue, 31 May 2016 15:05:25 -0600 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Arrival by private boat in the US by a "visa exempt" citizen From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com CC: ani

Re: Stus-List Spreader Boots

Just about to order these myself: http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/userportal/show_product.do?pid=51383&familyName=Edson+Leather+Spreader+Boot+Kits Andy C&C 40 Peregrine On Wed, Jun 1, 2016 at 10:12 AM, Tom Alessi via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Hello all, > Any recommendati

Stus-List Spreader Boots

Hello all, Any recommendations on spreader boots for a 1980 C&C 36 with upper and lower spreaders? Tom S/V ANDIAMO ROCKAWAY BEACH, NY tagraph...@optonline.net ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

Good advice Tim. Also flush with lots of fresh water if the boat is going to sit for a while. I would like to find a substitute part for the piston rod packing on the W.C. headmate. Don't need the whole kit, and I can't find a source for the individual parts anymore. Going to try backing up

Re: Stus-List Toilet Repair Wilcox Crittenden

If you're getting a little backflow from the joker valve, you may want to try running some household (white) vinegar through the system and leaving it to soak overnight. Salt deposits build up on the valves and vinegar helps dissolve it. It is a cheap and very much hands-off first option. Tim