Stus-List Testing Wood screws into epoxy plugs and plastic anchors

Hi guys, Summary of my plastic anchor test: Plastic masonry anchors can be installed into epoxy plugs to accept wood screws, and they hold the screw very well. Screws driven into pilot holes in epoxy plugs (Dennis C recommendation) are much stronger.The plastic anchors add great shear

Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

The mast collar on Imzadi has been in place for 44 years. The only modifications/work done on it has been to drill 4 #10 size holes near the periphery so rain water can leak out onto the deck and no longer gets trapped inside the raised part of the collar. I can't imagine any reason you would

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

Joe; You might want to keep shopping for the Acrylic. When I rebuilt the 27x27 A foredeck hatch on Imzadi before the trip to Bermuda in 2017, I bought the lens for my hatch from a local glass shop that does commercial windows. They used the old lens as a template and drilled the holes in the

Re: Stus-List Shortening the shaft log by cutting

Looks great. > On 06/25/2020 6:49 PM Josh Muckley via CnC-List > wrote: > > > I completed the shaft install today. I ended up cutting off about 2.5 > inches of shaft log. Everything else went pretty well. > >

Re: Stus-List Re-power and prop for 1981 C Landfall 38

About 5 years ago I repowered with a Yanmar 3YM30AE which is a 30 HP engine and weighs much less and is quieter than than the previous 3HMF. I changed to a 3-blade fixed prop (16 x 13) and it is a good match. I would make the same change all over again if I was faced with the same situation.

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

That was me!  10 years ago I replaced the three hatches on Secret Plans - two with Mainship hatches, the smaller one in the head I replaced with an Atkins and Hoyle because Mainship didn't have the size.  10 years later the Mainship hatches look great, the acrylic in the A looks like crazed

Stus-List Re-power and prop for 1981 C Landfall 38

We are American expatriates who have sailed our 1981 C Landfall 38 to New Zealand a decade ago. It has a Perkins 4-108, which is on its last legs. It's not particularly reliable and is having trouble with overheating in the last few years. Also, it's very heavy and it is way too much power anyway.

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

My replacement windows, my companionway boards, and three hatch lenses all came from one sheet of thick plexi I bought from eplastics. I had them cut it in half to reduce shipping costs, and I had them cut to size locally. I still have few pieces left. Be mindful that eplastics' thickness

Re: Stus-List Shortening the shaft log by cutting

I completed the shaft install today. I ended up cutting off about 2.5 inches of shaft log. Everything else went pretty well. https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1FIKXswJLvlrxg3HOp2aJAqpqf-ib5i9g Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C 37+ Solomons, MD On Tue, Jun 16, 2020, 09:02 Josh Muckley via

Re: Stus-List Yanmar cooling system and water heater bypass

Based on my own maintenance and these discussions, I installed shutoff valves. I just so happens that I had to remove the water heater for repairs. This was a handy solution so that I can operate the engine. https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1FHsyjFqPREMKnchWUoUxkAg6HdaSPCXB Josh Muckley

Re: Stus-List Matching non-skid during deck repairs

Patrick and Kari, You are correct that a paint roller will recreate the factory non-skid. I had great success blending in many places where I had rebuilt the deck of my old wrecked 30. It was a few years ago so exact details escape me. I used white Marine-Tex as its consistency was about right

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

I got to thinking boats can't possibly be the only use for Plexiglas. https://www.eplastics.com/plexiglass will make me TWO 19x19x1/2 hatch pieces cut from the shape of the old glass or a tracing on paper with the radiused corners and rounding off the edges if desired for about $400. For TWO!

Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

Fred: If the leak is around the bolt holes, the wood between the deck and the liner may be wet. I recommend removing the bolts, drill out the holes with a 1/2" or larger bit, and fill the holes with epoxy. After 24 hours, redrill the holes for the 1/4" bolts, countersink the holes slightly, and

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

Agreed! Which is why I mentioned that my expenditure was in 1998. The whole deal came in around the $1,200 for both. Regards, Dave Godwin 1982 C 37 - Ronin Reedville - Chesapeake Bay Ronin’s Overdue Refit > On Jun 25, 2020, at 4:09 PM, Donald Kern via

Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

As I have stated previously, you must be certain that you never want to remove it, for any reason, before using 5200. -Original Message- From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Kathy & Bruce via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 4:12 PM To: David Risch Cc: Kathy & Bruce ;

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

Dave, Your estimate is a little dated.  Below is an A estimate (Mar 2020) to refurbish the original forward hatch (A model XR300) on 1974 C 35 Mk2: Labor- $250 1/2” lens - $500 Gasket - $55.65 Seals for through hardware - $65 Polishing anodizing $200 Total  $1070.65 Shipping back and forth is

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Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

Understood, we’re talking about a mast collar. Puts the check mark in the 5200 column. Cheers Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 25, 2020, at 3:36 PM, David Risch wrote: > > 5200 is an adhesive and sealant. PIA to remove. 4200 does the same thing > without the PIA adhesive. > > David F.

Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

What sikaflex 9000 On Thu, Jun 25, 2020 at 3:37 PM David Risch via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > 5200 is an adhesive and sealant. PIA to remove. 4200 does the same > thing without the PIA adhesive. > > David F. Risch > (401) 419-4650 > > -Original Message- > From:

Re: Stus-List Matching non-skid during deck repairs

Patrick and Kari, Although probably not a reasonable solution if you are doing a small area or repair job, I used AwlGrip’s GripTex material when I repainted my decks. IMO, it was an exact match to the old

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

Joe, I have both an original 24” x 24” Atkins and Hoyle hatch and a new 24” Lewmar Ocean hatch on my boat. Because I stupidly bent the lower frame

Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

5200 is an adhesive and sealant. PIA to remove. 4200 does the same thing without the PIA adhesive. David F. Risch (401) 419-4650 -Original Message- From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Kathy & Bruce via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 3:34 PM To: Fred Hazzard Cc: Kathy & Bruce ;

Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

3M 5200; flexible and strong bond. Used for keel joints (CnC plus many more) amongst other permanent assembly applications. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 25, 2020, at 2:08 PM, Fred Hazzard wrote: > >  > All this discussion about epoxy reminds me of an ongoing leak problem. I have > had a

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

Joe: Any time I can buy the materials and do the work myself, the money I save buys a new tool for me. If you buy a standard size piece of acrylic, you can cut the hatch lens yourself, and also not have to pay for the labor and wasted pieces of acrylic that you didn't use. So, for a piece of 19"

Re: Stus-List economics of hatches

Having had both, I think the AH are more robust and rebuildable than the Lewmar. The plastic dogs on the lewmars wear away from friction, and just seem cheesy. And they start leaking around 10- 15 years. Someone on the list had a picture of a really nice SS hatch, and I asked about it, but I

Stus-List economics of hatches

Since this seems to be hatch week, here goes after numerous calls and checking around: To have new glass and gaskets put in my hatch by someone else - $450 to $600 est. Parts to DIY - Probably at least $300, getting a 19x19x1/2" piece of cast acrylic cut is not cheap plus the gaskets and

Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

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Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

If you need flexible, probably your best bet is butyl tape. Not epoxy, though. Marek Original message From: Fred Hazzard via CnC-List Date: 2020-06-25 14:09 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Fred Hazzard Subject: Stus-List Flexible epoxy All this discussion about

Re: Stus-List testing plastic anchors in fiberglass

When filling holes with thickened epoxy be sure holes are countersunk. This presents cracking around the hole. Doug Mountjoysv Rebecca Leah C Landfall 39Port Orchard yacht club null___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions.

Stus-List Flexible epoxy

All this discussion about epoxy reminds me of an ongoing leak problem. I have had a leak where the mast collar bolts thru the deck. I have tried a variety flexible sealants with no success. Then I tried Captain Tolleys. Bingo, no more leak until the first time I went for a sail. The mast moved

Re: Stus-List installing plastic anchors in fiberglass

Hair dryer trick sounds like good advice. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Matt Wolford via CnC-List Sent: June 25, 2020 11:20 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc:

Stus-List Matching non-skid during deck repairs

Hello, I am doing some deck repairs and I realized I'm not certain how to recreate the non-skid look. I found a boat forum post that is from an old C service tech and he claims that in the factory they applied the gel coat, then used a roller brush of some sort to create this effect. Any

Re: Stus-List testing plastic anchors in fiberglass

Just drilled six holes in my test panel and filled with epoxy. Have to wait for cure and then I'll compare pilot holes and screws to plastic anchors. I did two holes using Thixo Flexible epoxy which is new to me but very easy to use. I really like how it mixes itself in the nozzle and

Re: Stus-List hatch repair / Now primer solution!

Another solid candidate for gluing to acrylic or lexan directly to another plastic is Plexus 300/350. About $30 with manual mixing applicator and it is recommended by Lewmar. My Lewmar #20 ports have inside handles only and these are glued on with this. I never believed it would hold when the

Re: Stus-List installing plastic anchors in fiberglass

Chuck, Yes. Overbore, coat with neat epoxy, fill with thickened epoxy then drill pilot hole same size or slightly larger as shaft of fastener. Dennis C. ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is

Stus-List Lewmar Hatches

I sent email to Lewmar support about getting some spares. I was looking for the thin plastic trim kit for an Ocean 70 and it retails for 475$ cdn! That is an incredible cost for what it is IMHO. I also asked about the roll stop hinge kits. They are not available any longer. I asked if they

Stus-List Lewmar Hatches

I sent email to Lewmar support about getting some spares. I was looking for the thin plastic trim kit for an Ocean 70 and it retails for 475$ cdn! That is an incredible cost for what it is IMHO. I also asked about the roll stop hinge kits. They are not available any longer. I asked if they

Re: Stus-List installing plastic anchors in fiberglass

I tried something different on my 34 years ago. Most of the screws holding the forward hatch were getting loose and, of course, the reason was wet core underneath. I drilled out all of the screw holes (oversized a bit) and dried the core where necessary using a trick taught to me by my West

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump hose

I recently ordered some Trident 147 hose for this purpose. https://www.defender.com/product.jsp?id=3058097 It appears sufficiently robust, and I like: a) it does not required cuffs; and b) the exterior is smooth for cleaning. Do not get the less expensive Trident 144, as the exterior is not

Re: Stus-List installing plastic anchors in fiberglass

https://www.westsystem.com/instruction-2/epoxy-basics/bonding-fasteners-hardware/ Bill From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 10:13 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: CHARLES SCHEAFFER Subject: Re:

Re: Stus-List installing plastic anchors in fiberglass

Hi Dennis, Agree on applying neat epoxy before thickened epoxy. It eliminates air gaps and extends the bond deeper into the core. You're suggesting I pilot hole and screw into the cured epoxy and not use plastic anchors? Chuck S > On 06/24/2020 6:39 PM Dennis C. via CnC-List > wrote:

Re: Stus-List hatch repair / Now primer solution!

I am glad you mentioned this Lee, I remember that being discussed, and was looking for that a year or so ago, but I was looking for High Temp Silicone black for some reason. I think I will do another tensile test with the Krylon and the Purple People Eater Primer. The nice thing about the

Re: Stus-List Broken pin in electronic connector

Be careful when replacing RAM mic's. Even mic's from the same manufacturer can do damage to the VHF if it isn't matched to that radio. I have an ICOM VHF. when the cable was damaged, I found out that it was no longer available. When questioning the tech at ICOM, he found another cable with a

Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] Re: Broken pin in electronic connector

Can you send me your mailing address? J From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2020 8:51 AM To: 'cnc-list@cnc-list.com' Cc: Hoyt, Mike Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re: Stus-List Broken pin in electronic connector I will send

Stus-List Fwd: Broken pin in electronic connector

Mike I literally just did this. My granddaughter broke off the pin for her earbuds in the headphone socket on her Kindle. There are lots of videos on YouTube. In the end I was able to pop it out with a sharp object (map pin) and lots of persistence (pun intended) Mike Begin forwarded

Re: Stus-List Broken pin in electronic connector

I will send Stu $20 right now Joe From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Joe Della Barba via CnC-List Sent: June 25, 2020 9:46 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Joe Della Barba Subject: Re: Stus-List Broken pin in electronic connector I have an extra RAM mic setup, the VH-310. If that would work for

Re: Stus-List Broken pin in electronic connector

I have an extra RAM mic setup, the VH-310. If that would work for you. It looks like this: https://www.locuradigital.com/images_upload/915244de24ba75cec9235406b.jpg The socket is the same as the other modern RAM microphones. It as the long cable, the cockpit female socket, and the handset.

Stus-List Broken pin in electronic connector

Hoping to draw from the practical knowledge of this list. Last evening when plugging in RAM mic for first time this season we found that one of the pins on the male receptacle had broken off and is now stuck in side the female end that is on the RAM mic itself. The RAM mic works perfectly (or

Re: Stus-List Bilge pump question

I made a setup like that. I have not yet installed it. This would be my "second" stage - maybe only with a manual switch. With the centrifugal being the first. https://youtu.be/mEFCPYiqdbg Josh On Wed, Jun 24, 2020, 11:40 Bill Coleman via CnC-List wrote: >

Stus-List hatch repair / Now primer solution!

Krylon paint is the equivalent of the $40/$60 or more primer? THAT would be great ☺ Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I www.dellabarba.com From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Lee Youngblood via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, June 24, 2020 10:32 PM To: CnC-List Cc: