Stus-List POLITICAL RANTS ARE INAPPROPRIATE ON THIS LIST

Agreed. There's enough of that crap on Facebook and other social networking. Let's keep this civil and about SAILING. I'm still in the yard but finally about splash in a few days. 2 months in the making, the boat if starting to look awesome.. -Francois 1990 34+ Take Five Lake Lanier,

Stus-List Butyl Rubber

I got some from this guy: http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/rebedding_hardwarepage=3 He also has a very nice How to pictorial to guide you on re-bedding with good common sense advice and clear pictures / explanations. It's US $39.00 for 2 50' rolls. I thought that was reasonable and it is

Re: Stus-List Butyl Rubber

: Stus-List Butyl Rubber Thanks everyone I think PBase was the name of the place I was looking for . I will order a few rolls of 1/16 tape this week. All Hail the list !!! Gary Kolc Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List cnc-list@cnc-list.com wrote: I

Stus-List Bilge pump installation

I had a Rule automatic pump where the water level is determined by impellers' resistance to turning or motor load. Mine ran 24/7 because the bilge crud would foul the impeller and create enough resistance to fool it into permanently sensing water in the bilge. Cleaning the Impeller / flushing

Stus-List RPM's on your Diesel Engine

I have a 3GM30F and according to Yanmar's recommendation you should cruise @ 80% of max RPM which works out to 2850 RPM's for me. Reading the Torque / HP dyno curve and fuel consumption provided that's spot-on max Torque and the most efficient fuel consumption. It's also the sweet spot from a

Stus-List Sailing the Chesapeake Bay Bucket List Item: Check!

Sailing the Chesapeake bay bucket list item: Check! We were on a family vacation at the Jersey shore and met up with Chuck Scheaffer. When Chuck offered a ride on Resolute which is now berthed on a river off the Chesapeake we jumped at the opportunity. It was a chance to hang out with Chuck,

Stus-List Tacking the genoa

I agree with the prior comments on coordinating the turn with the trimmers, our boats carry lots of cloth and you have to winch everything with any significant wind once they get filled-in. As for the traveler, I adjust it all the time (I pre-move it before / while tacking or winch most of the

Stus-List Aluminum coating

After doing some research on that I decide to use the Birchwood Super Black Gun Touch Up Pen. It is a paint pen specifically designed to touch-up anodizing on guns and it does a wonderful job on aluminum. I've used it on the toe rail and on the eye for the stern dock lines. I bought it on

Stus-List Folding prop

Hi Skip, I just put-on an old school Martec folder and I love it. Combined with a clean bottom (But old sails) and a few tweaks the boat just flies. I was out in 15-22 true wind breeze last week and detroyed my old 7.0 knots record with a whopping 8.3 (GPS Calibrated) knots sailing close

Stus-List Folding prop horizontal vs vertical plane..

My prop is folding, not feathering. On a non-geared folder If you have the blades on a vertical plane, the lower blade will hang down from gravity / add additional drag. On horizontal plane they fold together completely (Looks like a seaweed) and minimize drag. If it's a geared folder, they

Stus-List Seacocks

Hi Chuck, I Typically close all seacocks before leaving the boat for the week. For me, it's a simple all or nothing deal and I have a placard (3 X 5 sheet of paper :-) ) I put on the sink cover (1st thing you see coming in the cabin) that says All seacocks shut. Since I do it almost every

Re: Stus-List Folding prop horizontal vs vertical plane..

by Martec did this problem go away? Dave Saltaire CC 35 Mk3 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2014 1:14 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Folding prop horizontal vs vertical plane.. My prop

Stus-List Fleebay Scores

eBay is an auction site where anyone can list anything.. So it's random. I have had some great deals on both new an old stuff. For sailing stuff don't forget to look for for the ebay UK site it seems to have a lot more 'Specialist stuff as they call it. Shipping from the UK has not been a

Stus-List Propane Locker Latches

Hi Chuck, Yes I do. They are 2 slim (About 6.5 inch diam) and kinda tall tanks I believe they hold 6 LB. We use the propane oven / cooktop regularly and I have yet to have to re-fill. One of the few things I did not have to replace / rehab :-) -Francois Rivard 1990 34+ Take Five Lake

Stus-List BG Instruments

Hi Mike, The easiest thing would be to find out the nature of the signal is out of the computers / transducers. If it's NMEA 0183 compatible then you just get a NMEA 0183 to NMEA 2000 converter (A Google search will easily get that) If not find out if there is a way to get the signal

Stus-List Old Boat Leaks

I'm a little surprised no one has mentioned Captain Tolley's creeping crack cure..http://www.captaintolley.com/index.html You can buy it online or just go to the nearest West Marine and get it for about 10 bucks. Of course the best thing to do is to remove the offending deck fitting and

Stus-List Stus list Velcro

I use WD40 to clean all sticky adhesive residues / old decals / oily stains. Amazing for road construction tar messes and racing tires marbles rubber stains on your race car and too. :-) -Francois Rivard 1990 34+ "Take Five" Lake Lanier, Georgia Sent from IBM Notes Traveler

Stus-List Alternator or belt?

Maybe your alternator is old, the bearings are worn, if so the brushes are probably worn as well, and you should replace both? When I burned my diodes, I considered sending it for a rebuild but then I was quoted up to $ 200.00 + Then I looked on eBay: How about 85.00 bucks shipped brand

Stus-List big $$$ used CC

Fair warning: You'll spend far more then you think refurbishing a neglected boat, even buying used stuff, being creative with eBay, and working on it yourself . My boat is a 1990 but was in need of maintenance. I spent over $1,000.00 just on partial (Very partial) replacement on running

Stus-List Read it and Weep

I hear ya Wal LOL. My boat was a pretty far cry from being neglected as well. The cabin's teak had just been re-oiled, Galley sink had a brand new shiny faucet, cushions had just been cleaned and in very good nick, sails appeared in decent shape etc, etc, etc. We all looked at the boat and

Stus-List big $$$ used CC

One more.. You can't put a price on life experience and memories indeed. That's a big part of the reason why I own my boat. I've wanted one for decades and the plan was to get it when the kids were grown, but when I got the opportunity to get one while my daughter was 14 and my son 12, I

Stus-List Battery charger on 24

Hi, I have a Xantrex Smart Charger that came with the boat. (TC20 or TC40 model Installed in 2011 along with new old school non-sealed batteries). It's definitely on the very resonable end of the price range for smart chargers / batteries, honestly if I would have shopped for the setup I would

Stus-List Alternator for Yanmar 3gm30

Hi, I bought mine on ebay last year. I paid 85-90 bucks shipped. It's a genuine Hitachi 55 or 60 amps fully insulated with the exact same connections / look / mounting as the original Yanmar (I think they are made by Hitachi). I took the opportunity to throw in a new belt as well. It was a plug

Stus-List blown alternator diode

When I blew my diodes, the engine controls charging light came on... The guy I bought my alternator from is still on Ebay Just search for Yanmar 3GM30 Alternator on eBay. He's selling them for $120.00 free shipping for a 55 or 60 amp brand new fully insulated Hitachi. I think Hitachi is the

Stus-List Upsizing boats

I second Pierre's suggestion That CC 36XL in Toronto looks really good. http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1996/C%26C-36XL-2527557/toronto/Canada#.U_NvE010zmE As a current owner of a 34+ (Same boat, might have a slightly different rig)It seems it would fit the bill. Points like nobody's business,

Stus-List Upsizing Boats

I was worried about the Internet horror stories on cored hulls too before I bought my boat. Then I talked to experts who work on boats for a living.. Here's what they said: 1st the likelihood that you get severe delamination is pretty slim. This spring I had my bottom stripped to the bare

Stus-List Ever broke the key in the ignition switch?

Yesterday, it was pretty sporty on the lake with winds in the upper teens, my son was rushing from the deck to the cockpit and kicked the engine start key / broke it as he stepped over to come and take the wheel for a while.. I could not find my spare key so I had to stick the broken half back

Stus-List Ever broke the key in the ignition switch?

I like the ring / shortened key idea. The pull switch is also a good idea, I did try the superglue trick and it did not work for me. Truth is: I knew the key is in a vulnerable spot and I usually take it out while sailing as I often came close to kicking it myself, especially when the boat is

Stus-List Was Engine Sound Insulation - Now docking

I have never pulled into my slip going forward, my shore power line is not long enough to reach.. The very 1st time ever I docked a keel boat (or any inboard boat for that mater ) I backed it into its slip (U shaped slip) . That was the day of my sea trial 24 hrs before I signed a big check...

Stus-List Fresh Water pump

Good am all, We had another great weekend on the boat and I finally confirmed that my fresh water pump is the culprit on the leak I've had for a couple months. Easier to fix than finding a leak in the hoses or at a joint somewhere.. The Pump is the original Jabsco with diaphragm and plunger

Stus-List Jibe Preventers / Boom brakes

I agree with the jibe preventer comments.. Accidental jibes can get scary So far I only ran down wind on very light wind days and for short distances.. As per my prior comment I'm a believer in beam / broad reach / gybing instead of running.. So my danger was minimized. But, I'm glad

Stus-List Stereo finally works

This is what I'm planning on doing for cockpit speakers: http://www.parts-express.com/tectonic-elements-teax32c30-4-b-32mm-balanced-exciter-4-ohms--297-224 No cutting fiberglass, no disintegrating cones. No waterproofing issues It drives the surface it's mounted on as a cone. Look it up in

Stus-List Sound exciter installation on a CC 29 sailboat

This is what I was refering to earlier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtyRW3KCbxQ Perhaps the guy is even a lister? As far as you can tell from a phoen type recording it seems to sounds pretty good, since fiberglass is stiff the highs and mids come through pretty clearly. The bass

Stus-List Able bodied crew available in Toronto Area

Hi Y'all, I've been talking about my sailing adventures to my young co-worker friend from Toronto and he's interested in crewing. On our lake the clubs have "associate membership" to allow folks without boats to be members. This way they are able to access the "crew wanted" side of the club

Stus-List Landfall 38

I cruise and race a 34+ (AKA 34/36, 36XL, 34/36 XL) Due to it's relatively new design, it's very roomy for it's size: King size berth in the aft stateroom, + normal person sized twin bed in the salon + normal person sized v_berth + separate shower stall. And so far, it's a killer around the

Stus-List Suspect Autopilot

My autopilot is a older Navico unit (WheelPilot). The problem on mine is the belt jumping off the guides. It's all worn-out. You might want to consider taking the drive / belt / pulley unit apart and see if it being off-quilter might cause a jam which would explain your breaker tripping issue.

Stus-List c and c 29-2 mast cap

I would just go ahead and pay to un-step the mast. I was all worried about that before doing it last spring. It took 10 minutes of taping the rod threads (To mark the turnbuckle position adjustment), 10 minutes for 'Stumpy' to pick it up with the travel lift and set it down on saw horses

Stus-List wife dosen't like it when the boat leans

I'm in the same boat (Pun intended) The kids dig it, every one except the dog and my wife loves to hang out on the rail when the wind pipes up. No matter how much I tell my wife that the lake winds and little chop are not even close to being a challenge for a boat that was meant for

Stus-List Wife dosen't like it when the boat leans

I'll let you guys know how the lessons help.. Racing did not help, she clammed-up even worse for fear that she'd screw something up. Even if on that particular race, everything that could be screwed-up was already taken care of so no one really cared. No amount of screwing-up was going to make

Stus-List CNC 37/40 + pricing

Sounds like a setup for a very long list of things to fix to do it right. I'd be extremely weary of the engine among other things.. It would certainly take a very extensive survey.. Beautiful boat, but many things on it tend to be big and pricey.. That long out of commission, I would not pay a

Stus-List CC 37/40 + Pricing

Sounds like a setup for a very long list of things to fix to do it right. I'd be extremely weary of the engine among other things.. It would certainly take a very extensive survey.. That long out of commission, I would not pay a dime over 45K. It sounds like it will realistically take an

Stus-List Wire_Rope Halyard

Hi David, As another data point / alternative: All my halyards have been replaced with New England Ropes Sta-Set at some point. I just replaced a couple spin halyards and used Sta-Set again as per my riggers' recommendation. According to my rigger the sheaves on our boats are 'Hybrid sheaves

Stus-List Holder Steady Mate

Them are some hard core French dudes ! http://cottagelife.com/95466/environment/water-shorelines/watch-these-lighthouse-keepers-risk-their-lives-to-switch-shifts Regards François Rivard 1990 34+ Take Five Lake Lanier, GA___ This List is provided by

Stus-List 34+ deep draft

Hi David, I have the wing keel and we saw the same issue on starboard side while doing the bottom job this spring. It was about 3/4 of the depth of the keel if I remember right and couple drops worth, maybe a teaspoon or 2. The guy helping me with stripping the upteen coats of bottom

Stus-List automatic bilge pump problems

When I got the boat it had a Rule automatic pump that determined if there was water by running on occasion and measuring if there is a resistance to turn the impeller.. While it sounds smart in theory, in practice the impeller gets gooked-up with normal bilge crap and gets hard to turn

Stus-List 34/36 bowsprit retrofit

That is a cool upgrade and a super nice install.. As an alternative has anyone experimented with an ATN Tacker and Spinnaker Sleave? I understand that you'd loose some performance with the Tacker but it seems like it would be worth a try, it's pretty cheap and easy. I'm definitely getting both

Stus-List Stus list sailing this weekend

Thanks for all the advice on the sock and Tacker.For us in Ga it's sunny and mid -high 60's all weekend. We have regattas both in Saturday and Sunday (It's just getting good here) the fall season racing series are revving-upWe're planning on going to an Airshow on Saturday and racing Sunday.

Stus-List All is lost.. Disapointing flick

I totally agree with Chuck. This is not a sailing movie, it's full of holes and convenient omissions like: - No EPIRB, yet had a sophisticated life raft, - No backup waterproof VHF radio ,main VHF not water proof, no GPS, no AIS. - Leaves the companion way open in a heavy storm - Aimlessly

Stus-List sailing this weekend

We had a nothing short of spectacular day on Saturday with winds in the 18-25 range and 75 degrees sunny / dry weather. The wind was coming from the NW at an angle good to go the length of the lake on a beat in 2 tacks and cruise back home 7-8 knots all the way down. We went to a really good

Stus-List Running Lights Approved LED bulbs

You get what you pay for.. If you choose wisely it's not just the certification, it's the overall construction and performance. After careful consideration I bought this one:

Re: Stus-List Surfing hulls

The Rob Ball designed 34+ / XL / R series have a flat surface on the bottom between the leading edge of the keel and the stem. The folklore says it's supposed to be a planing section to help support nose when running the Spin and keep the bow from diggin'in / surf the backside of bigger

Stus-List Metallurgy

I use blue Locktite on pretty much everything. In addition to keep nuts from getting loose due to vibration or whatever, it's an excellent anti-seize agent. I have been using it on everything from vibrating high powered R/C planes / helicopters / cars, to my Mustang Time Trials car, to

Re: Stus-List Surfing hulls

unless we had a John Roy on board for a race and even then I don't recall surfing. Rob Abbott AZURA CC 32 - 84 Halifax, N.S. On 2014/11/03 12:21 PM, Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List wrote: The Rob Ball designed 34+ / XL / R series have a flat surface on the bottom

Stus-List If you really wanna surf

And own a Laser or have access to a cheap one.. Check this out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIC1jlFIjtg They are called Glide Free Foils http://www.glidefree.com.au/ (Bring a credit card with a good limit) :-) Regards Francois Rivard 1990 34+ Take Five Lake Lanier,

Stus-List Annual sailing invite

Same here. Anyone wants a sailing fix in the winter and happen to come to the Atlanta Ga area let me know in advance and I'll do my best to make it happen. As an example of winter sailing here: I'm off all next week and going sailing Monday / Tuesday. Cloudy Monday / sunny Tuesday with

Stus-List Winter worries

I'm surprised no one mentioned the Caframo heaters.. Extremely well made in Canada and specifically designed to protect your boat in the winter with a 'No Freeze setting designed to keep it just warm enough / not burn too much electricity.

Stus-List Two paint questions

Hi David, I'm with Josh on this. We had ours taken to the gelcoat last spring as well (Apparently the 1st time ever on my boat..) it had the original old style tar looking barrier coat stuff which had peeled off in multiple places.. The only sign of a possible blister was one little

Stus-List CC's new Hot Rod

Here's a great write-up on the new CC 30 hot stuff racer: http://sailingmagazine.net/article-1560-ready-for-take-off.html?current_page=1 Who knows? One of these days I might win the lottery or something / get one of those and show the Melges / Tiger boys how it's done :-) PS I loved Dennis'

Stus-List CnC 38-3 Sailing Characteristics

Hi Mike, I'm not an expert on the 38-3 but you mentioned Heavy weather Helm and not 'Excessive Heel Another (Free) thing you might want to consider is tuning your rig. If you have excessive weather helm it could be an indication that you simply have too much rake on our mast.. A (fairly)

Stus-List Furl 1st or Reef 1st ?

Here's another one on heavier winds: Reef 1st or Furl 1st? Up 'till a few weeks back, when the boat gets over-powered I typically furl long before I reef because it's so much easier + it's quick to un-furl when going on a reach. But then I watched the in port race with the Volvo 'round the

Stus-List url 1st or Reef 1st ?

Thanks a bunch guys, Interesting comments. I'll definitely have to experiment with that in the up-coming weeks as this is a good time of year for stronger winds. On my jib: It's a heavy Dacron Haarstick 135 (CRUISER printed on the bag) with a foam luff. It appears to be designed to be

Stus-List Navigation

On the civilian GPS precision capabilities. Not to overkill the subject but I use a GPS based telemetry system for lap times and analysis in my track car. The system uses WAAS, 10 HZ refresh rate, and superimposes Google maps pictures of the track with the GPS calculated car trajectory.

Re: Stus-List Fuel

Using additives did improve my engine performance. When I bought the boat the engine was reluctant to start / smoked on the initial start of the weekend then always fired immediately for the reminder of the cruise. I was told that it was likely related to sticking injectors and adding fresh fuel

Stus-List Quality Construction

Ok, so I'm biased but at the risk of stating the obvious.. How about a 34 +, 34/36, 37+, 37/40 ? French boats like large aft Stateroom / Lounge on the U settee in the salon - Large port lights / CC Quality As another bonus they smoke the compartively sized French boats on the racecourse

Stus-List CC 30 never sailed

Interesting, If already have one or could find a donor boat cheap you build very your own spanking brand new CC 30 for peanuts. Heck of a project. Regards -Francois Rivard 1990 34+ Take Five Lake Lanier, Georgia___ This List is provided by the CC

Stus-List Batteries -- Anyone use 6V's?

Just a quick comment on capacity: Don't forget that when the 6v batteries are connected in series to get 12v you get 1/2 the stated Amp capacity as shown on the batteries specs.. The amount of watts they produce is fixed and since the formula is Volts X Amps = Watts.. If you double the

Re: Stus-List Batteries -- Anyone use 6V's?

Landfall 38) -- on the hard in Bayfield, WI :^( On Dec 15, 2014, at 10:17 AM, Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List cnc-list@cnc-list.com wrote: Just a quick comment on capacity: Don't forget that when the 6v batteries are connected in series to get 12v you get 1/2 the stated

Stus-List Indigo is for sale

Congrats on making the decision and good Luck on the move.. Nanaimo is a gem and Victoria is gorgeous. On top of that your're next door to Vancouver, Whistler, the weather is mild, and there's awesome sailing to boot. Definitely my favorite part of Canada and 1st choice if I ever move

Stus-List PNW Rendez vous

Rick, If you're looking to Charter a CC in the Vancouver area have you seen Snug Cove Sailing Charters ? They have both a 34/36+ and a 44. Check 'em out here: http://members.shaw.ca/pfrinton/ Their rates seem reasonable. I ran across their site a couple weeks ago when I was searching for

Stus-List Cunningham

Thanks for posing the question. Like most of you guys, I have a Cunningham cringle (And use it). However, I never quite got a clear Halyard vs Cunningham answer until I did a little more research this am. 1st reasonable rationale: Use the halyard to control the top half / use the Cunningham

Re: Stus-List Navtec pump service on Upper Gulf Coast

Hi Tracy, I have the guy for you: Rick Zern http://zernrigging.com/ he's a Navtec Certified Rigger. Rick is awesome, he's detail oriented, methodical, and very knowledgeable. Many of the guys on my lake (Lake Lanier in the Atlanta suburbs) fly him over to take care of their boats. He's

Stus-List Helm seat / boarding ramp

Looks awesome, I'm also curious on what you used to make it and what the non-skid is. I hope you guys did not get hit too hard with the recent snow storms. My buddy in Boston is getting buried.. Stay warm, -Francois 1990 34+ Take Five Lake Lanier, Georgia From: Chuck S

Stus-List Magazines

In print: Being a technology / analytical kind of guy I'm a huge Sailing World fan and disagree with the negative comments. They have in depth racing technical / tactical and rules discussions that alone are worth the price of admission. I concede that some of the in-depth stuff reads like

Stus-List Window Installation - 1985 41

I have not used VHB tape on portlights but I have used it on many other applications, one was securing my GoPro mount to a slalom ski.. High vibrations, water, you name it. The stuff is nothing short of phenomenal. As for bonded port lights helping with structural integrity, auto manufacturers

Stus-List New forward looking sonar technology

Hi Fred, BG / Navico has it too: http://www.bandg.com/en-US/Products/ForwardScan/ It integrates with the Zeus 2 Chartplotter. -Francois 1990 34+ Take Five Lake Lanier, GA ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list

Stus-List Window Installation - 1985 41

Hi Charlie, My 34+ were replaced a few years back (Same design as yours) and they were glued in place. It was done by the Guru on the lake and they are tight / waterproof after about 5 years.. I was told that it was a very difficult thing to do as there is a curve on the portlights. I was

Re: Stus-List Window Installation - 1985 41

the glass has a defect of some sort in it Dwight Veinot CC 35 MKII, Alianna Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS d.ve...@bellaliant.net On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 1:50 PM, Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List cnc-list@cnc-list.com wrote: I have not used VHB tape on portlights but I have used it on many other

Re: Stus-List Lavish CC's

at the harbour then thrashing about in the ocean. Brent D CC 27-v Lake Winnipeg. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 26, 2015, at 6:37 PM, Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List cnc-list@cnc-list.com wrote: Did you see the 1989 57 in Seebrook, TX? For only 325K, you get a 57

Stus-List Latest chart plotters

I've got a Zeus touch 7 version 2 and it's everything they say it is and then some. In addition to navigation it's the integration point for all electronics on the boat. You can get engine "gauges" displayed, you can control audio, it can broadcast via wifi to your Ipad / android device which

Stus-List Latest Charplotters

I tried to reply yesterday but somehow the list doesn't like the Notes email client on my IBM phone.. I've got a Zeus touch 7 version 2 and it's everything they say it is and then some. In addition to navigation it's the integration point for all electronics on the boat. You can get engine

Re: Stus-List Latest Charplotters

-list.comDate:Sat, Jan 31, 2015 2:01 PMSubject:Re: Stus-List Latest CharplottersThat zeus sounds interesting. Would be nice to have the laylines. Are they set at 45 dgrees? Can you set them lower?ChuckFrom: "Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List" cnc-list@cnc-list.comTo: cnc-list@cnc-list.comSent

Stus-List Chartplotters now difference between Zeus version 1 and 2

Hi Dave, I actually had the opportunity to play with both versions. In addition to higher resolution, the version 2 has a much faster processor and supports the pinch to zoom functionality. There are also a few nuances in the interface where it is more menu / swiping driven and less button

Stus-List Latest Chartplotters.

My response to Chuck got scrubbed again.. I need to stop trying to send from the phone... Here goes: The laylines are not necessarily set at any particular angle.. That's the genius of it. It analyzes how you are pointing / running relative to apparent wind speed, current, tides, direction,

Stus-List PVC plumbing fittings source

I broke one of those gray connectors a couple summers ago while I was wrestling the new exhaust hose in. I was in a really tight spot as I had family and friends coming from out of state and to sail the next day. With no time for alternatives I needed the exact part and by a small miracle the

Stus-List Lavish CC's

Did you see the 1989 57 in Seebrook, TX? For only 325K, you get a 57 complete with a bar that includes 3 permanent bar stools. See here: http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1989/C%26C-57-2752865/Seabrook/TX/United-States#.VMbb5P54rg4 When your sailin' yacht is sporting an actual bar with

Stus-List Used Sails sources recommendations

After our 25-30 knot wind adventure I had a couple tears in my furling 135 genoa (I had it down to about 100) it's at the loft for repairs and my guy is telling me I really need a 'Heavy Weather' working jib of some sort to handle this 25-30 knots stuff. Since those higher winds days are rather

Stus-List Rudder Rebuild

Hello Bruno, If you'd rather spend the cash instead of going through the whole exercise, how about a brand spankin' new one that's supposedly improved? Check out www.Southshoreyachts.com . I see one here: http://southshoreyachts.com/?s=Rudderpost_type=product for your boat for $4,500.00.

Stus-List Broken Goos neck.. 1 more..

Hi Richard, You might want to call Off shore Spars as well.. www.offshorespars.com They migh be the OEM for your boom. They are for mine and had the exact part I needed last year when I replaced my gooesneck fitting. It's a triagular piece, Here's a picture of it:

Re: Stus-List Too cold to email?

It went down to 14 F last night in the Atlanta area. That's in pretty sharp contrast with the 65 or so we had this past weekend. A couple days ago one of the members of my club posted that 2 local boats sunk last year due to engine / trans casings cracking from freezing and subsequent

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

Short video from the race this past weekend. :-) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtnMAbTnI0Q 60 degrees, sunny, 12-16 knots winds.. No results yet but we didn't do so hot thanks to quite a few tactical blunders from yours truly and a mostly Never Sailed Beforecrew. We still had a ball,

Re: Stus-List Window Installation - 1985 41

- 1985 41Hi Francois,Please get that information? The rain gutter sounds interesting. did he use screws?ChuckResolute1990 CC 34RBroad Creek, Magothy River, MdFrom: "Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List" cnc-list@cnc-list.comTo: cnc-list@cnc-list.com, "cenelson" cenel...@a

Stus-List Whisker Pole

I'm looking for a used 12-22 ft (Absolute minimal length 18.9 FT) whisker pole. It seems that in light winds jibing / reaching is not paying off for me.. I was a contender for any of the top 3 spots all the way to the weather mark yesterday.. We had to settle for 4th behind 3 other guys

Re: Stus-List Whisker Pole

I am currently running in the Cruiser non-spin class so no chute for the time being, According to the polars, between 5 to 7 knots there's about an 8% up-tick in VMG to wind for 142 - 144 degrees broad reach and as you mentioned it seems to even-out around 12 knots and favor running as you get

Stus-List Whisker Pole

Thanks to all you guys for pole the wisdom , Through local connections I was able to get the Forespar 12-22 # 402200 pole for just over a couple hundred bucks more than the Selden so I went for the Forespar.. Main reasons were: - At a max of 22 feet it's almost perfectly 150% of my J

Stus-List Bottom paint -ingredient change

From another point of view.. In Practical Sailor's tests Irgarol has not been shown to extend the active life of antifouling paints in our tests, and we’ve had a hard time discerning any enhanced slime resistance in Irgarol-boosted paints after six months in the water. In other words, JD

Stus-List Not CC related.. Ragamuffin 100 hitting 38 knots

One heck of a sled ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsJewTrY5v0 Regards, -Francois Rivard 1990 34+ 'Take Five Lake Lanier, Georgia___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom

Stus-List Tool recommendation

Hi David, If it hasn't been mentioned for max torque with less chance of stripping make sure you go with a 12 point closed wrench instead of 6. Ratcheting closed wrenches are a pleasure to work with but for high torque the ratchet can possibly get damaged.. I'd go with a plain ol' forged one

Stus-List Jabsco Shower Sump Pump Replacement

If you just dump it in the bilge.. I'm told that soapy water in the bilge is a bad idea as it promotes foul smelling bacteria. As for the pump, I just rebuilt mine (Has the same for fresh water pressure) instead of replacing. As I found out, it's still a 300-400$ pump for a reason.. Bullet

Stus-List Stus-list Bottom paint

+ 1 on Petit Trinidad. It is the #1 recommended paint for overall effectiveness / durability in these here parts.. I'm not in salt water (But I am in a warm climate that is very conducive to slime) so far (1 year) it lives up to the hype and the bottom is completely slime / growth free /

Stus-List I guess no sailing this weekend

Since the wind is turning to rubbing it in.. My sailing club is having the annual chili cook-off on Sat, we're spending the nite @ the boat then we be racin' on Sunday, partly sunny, temps in the mid 60's, winds in the teens :-) Hang in there my Northern brethren .. -Francois Rivard 1990 34+

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