Stus-List Re: Racor 500MA question

A bit off topic, but related as long as we are talking about clogged Racors. When I installed a Racor 500 on my boat last year, I added an Across Ocean Systems (AOS) fuel pressure sensor on the intake line between the Racor and the tank. It sends the data to my Raymarine chartplotter over

Stus-List Re: raw water filter set up for C 35 MkI

Interesting discussion. The only time I have had my raw water intake plugged was when I ran the engine in a grassy area while at anchor. In that case, the grass plugged up the through hull and never got to the strainer. The admiral dived down and cleared it by hand by pulling the weeds out.

Stus-List Re: Hints on swapping winches?

c-list.com>> > Cc: CHARLES SCHEAFFER mailto:cscheaf...@comcast.net>> > Subject: Stus-List Re: Hints on swapping winches? > > Hey David, > That's cool. You made an adapter plate, so you didn't change the holes > through the deck. That's a cool trick. > > Thanks,

Stus-List Re: Hints on swapping winches?

When I swapped an old non-self tailing winch with a new Harken winch, I decided I wanted to re-use the holes from the previous winch. So I bought a circular aluminum plate the size of the winch base, drilled holes through it in the pattern of the original winch, then drilled and tapped holes

Stus-List Re: going all pex

I used PEX to install a pH adjustment tank for our house water. It was really easy. Sharkbite fittings are really easy to attach even for copper to pex junctions and have so far worked flawlessly. I haven’t soldered pipe since I discovered them. Dave David Knecht Rear Commodore Thames

Stus-List Re: C Racing Shirt - Size XL - Free (pay Shipping and Donation)

Hi- JohnKelly- Another thing you might consider for the chandlery is C license plate holders. If I remember correctly, Edd got ahold of some as swag for one of the C rendezvous's and I have had them on my car ever since. Mine are aging and I would replace them in a heartbeat. Dave David

Stus-List How to prevent hull scratches

I had my boat painted a few years ago with Awlcraft 2000. I find that I am getting a large number of light scratches in the hull paint in the area where I normally bring my dinghy alongside to board the boat. This is near where the launch comes as well, but the location seems to correlate

Stus-List Re: Surveyor in CT?

I would not use Barnaby Blatch. He did a survey of my boat after a grounding and required me to do some unrelated stuff that I thought was unnecessary, time consuming and costly; for instance an automatic fire suppression system in the engine compartment. Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New

Stus-List Re: Wet Vac

Hi Bill- I have a portable DeWalt vac/blower which I love for these jobs. It runs corded or cordless/battery. I have thought of doing the same thing to clear the water lines, but wasn’t sure how to join the two. How did you make a decent seal between the small diameter water line from the

Stus-List Re: Jackery solar system

And then of course there are the French Press or Pour Over devices that use hot water from the stove, no electric power, and make a much superior cup of coffee (yes, I am a coffee snob). Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT Please show your appreciation for this list and the Photo Album

Stus-List Re: Winch Size for C/now speed of tack turn

I am glad the subject of tacking a large genoa came up. I have a great deal of trouble with my 145 genoa trying to get it so it does not require extensive winching. What tends to happen is that the clew of the genoa folds back on itself at the mast as you come head to wind and then gets

Stus-List Re: Long Island sound

The best sandwich shop in the world (IMHO) is in Sag Harbor right near the bridge and marina: Espresso. Great place to visit if you like looking at Yachts and fancy cars. We have been making annual trips there for for breakfast, lunch or dinner for 20+ years. I guess I am going to have to

Stus-List Re: Long Island sound

Hi Joel- I second most of those suggestions with some amendments. Watch Hill is very nice but it is a very long motor through a narrow winding passage to get there. You have to be very careful navigating it. Lovely spot once you do. I would do that only if time is not an issue. If you are

Stus-List Bottom paint- Pettit Black Widow

I had my boat painted with Pettit Black Widow this spring after hearing some positive comments about it from members of this list. I wanted to report back to others considering it that my diver says my boat has had the cleanest bottom in the mooring field all season. He has dropped the

Stus-List Re: C Yanmar 3GM 20hp Exhaust Elbow

Hi chuck. What made you decide to replace it? Problems or trying to prevent them? Dave Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 16, 2023, at 7:53 PM, CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > That SS kit looks really nice if it matches your engine. > > FWIW, it wouldn't match my Universal

Stus-List Re: pipe dope for Exhaust Riser

When i replaced my fuel pump i used gassola on the threads of the nipples.  In order to get the nipples in the right orientation i could not tighten them down hard. If using pipe dope does it matter?  DaveSent from my iPhoneOn Jul 15, 2023, at 12:03 PM, Gary Newton via CnC-List wrote:GM

Stus-List Re: Engine strangeness

ay be of interest. > > Neil Gallagher > Weatherly, 35-1 > Glen Cove, NY > > On 6/27/2023 12:45 PM, David Knecht via CnC-List wrote: >> So I am back to my engine problem hoping someone can help clarify things. I >> have had the engine quit several more times, bu

Stus-List Re: Engine strangeness

Universal M4-30 S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT > On Jun 27, 2023, at 6:47 PM, Josh via CnC-List wrote: > > Please remind us what engine you have. > Please show your appreciation for this list and the Photo Album site and help > me pay the associated bills. Make a contribution at: >

Stus-List Re: Bilge Pump Replacement

I have a Whale low profile (non-automatic) pump stuck vertically in the bilge. It gets most of the water out of the narrow deep bilge on the 34+. It has worked great for many years. Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT Please show your appreciation for this list and the Photo Album

Stus-List Re: Engine strangeness

So I am back to my engine problem hoping someone can help clarify things. I have had the engine quit several more times, but with no consistency as to when or why it happens. We were on a cruise recently and used it often and for long periods going in and out of harbors. Mostly it worked fine

Stus-List Re: Dual output solar controller

I put in a Morningstar Sunsaver Duo (https://www.morningstarcorp.com/products/sunsaver-duo/) paired with a 50W panel many years ago and it has worked perfectly ever since. Keeps my 2 batteries topped up while the boat is at the mooring. I got the one with the separate output meter, which has

Stus-List Re: Engine strangeness x 2

Karl- I agree with Neil that it sounds like transmission, but I have not had that problem so no personal experience. As long as we are onto other engine strangeness, my M4-30 dies routinely when shifting from neutral to reverse at minimum throttle unless I kick the rpm up a bit. I suspect

Stus-List Re: Engine strangeness

ithout a mast. Didn't need to open any bridges and was relaxed about > restarting in the locks and heading west. (The anchoring gear was ready to go > this time.) When we got to our Shilshole Bay Marina slip I contacted the > fuel cleaning guy and had the tank thoroughly cleaned a

Stus-List Re: Engine strangeness

Walton Beach, FLhttp://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ On Jun 9, 2023, at 11:27 AM, ALAN BERGEN via CnC-List wrote:On Fri, Jun 9, 2023 at 7:22 AM David Knecht via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:I am out for the first time this season. Engine started right up. Motored out of harbor f

Stus-List Engine strangeness

I am out for the first time this season. Engine started right up. Motored out of harbor for two hours. Turned engine off for a while waiting for wind. Started back up. Ran for 15-30 sec and died. Started up and ran for a bit longer then died. Pulled bed to get access and fuel pressure and level

Stus-List Re: v-belt tensioning tool

This is what I bought an auto parts store ages ago: https://www.amazon.com/Supco-Belt-Tension-Jack/dp/B008FM8BM4 David Knecht Rear Commodore Thames Yacht Club New London, CT > On May 14, 2023, at 5:07 PM, Josh via CnC-List

Stus-List Re: winch mounting project

I finished my winch project yesterday and am quite happy with the result. I used an aluminum plate as adapter as I had planned which I drilled and tapped for the Harken mounting holes. Then I was able to reuse a number of the old through deck holes plus several new ones to mount the plate

Stus-List Re: Now Repairing Awlcraft

I am in the same position, but I can’t blame it on a hurricane (my stupidity instead). Had the topsides painted in 2021 with Awlcraft 2000 and it looked great. Last mark of the last race of the season in 2021 I was single-handing and put the boat on autopilot to take the whisker pole down at

Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Lifeline safety netting

On the 34+, the perforated aluminum toe rail has relatively sharp edges. It cuts through my cover ties every winter, so I suspect it would do the same to nylon line wrapped through it. That is why I am looking into dyneema netting. I am surprised yours has lasted 10 years with paracord.

Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Lifeline safety netting

ject: Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Lifeline safety netting > > I find it very useful to keep dogs, kids, and sails on deck. An adult is much > more likely to go over the top. > Joe > Coquina > > From: David Knecht via CnC-List <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> > Sent: T

Stus-List Lifeline safety netting

Since I sail often single/double handed, I am thinking about adding lifeline safety netting to my boat. It seems like it might be useful to prevent rolling off the deck into the water (ie. death). Never having fallen off a boat, I am not sure if it is really worth it and if there are many

Stus-List Re: winch mounting project

Thanks for all the feedback. You guys always have great thoughts! I thought of a third option but not sure if it helps. I could possibly swap the other starboard cabin top winch for a self-tailer and reroute the main halyard. I think I have more room there to mount it there, but will have

Stus-List winch mounting project

I would love some feedback on a project since my initial plan went awry and hope others can help me from making any more mistakes. I keep making small tweaks to make life easier for short-handed sailing. Since I am usually alone, raising the main is a process. I raise it most of the way by

Stus-List Racing at night

I just read an interesting article in Practical Sailor on red vs. white lights and night vision. It reminded me to ask a question of those more experienced about night racing. I have only done this a few times and found upwind steering at night to be a real challenge. I normally steer by the

Stus-List Re: Removing datamarine speed transducer C 29 mk2

I did exactly as described by Chuck a while back. Sliced the plastic vertically with a saw blade and then pounded the sections loose. Fortunately for me, the new one was the same size as the old one, so I did not have to cut a new hole. Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT > On Feb

Stus-List Re: Broken C 36' Stern Chocks (aka Fairleads)

My C 34+ came without bow chocks. Not sure how the anchor lines were connected. Garhauer created a set for me based on measurements and photos I provided. Pretty easy installation and I have been very happy I added them. Cost was under $300 (9 years ago) for the set of two. Dave David

Stus-List Re: Marina/boatyard fires

I can’t say I am terribly saddened. Seaport Marina is the worst marina I have ever kept my boat at for the winter. Bent my stanchions, scraped my paint, power never worked in yard, water never worked, claimed they were going to work on my transmission and never did. I was there one winter

Stus-List Re: Leather wheel cover

My wife and I did ours last winter with the boat leather.com version with the foam. It was much easier as a two person job, but took us a while. We would do about 2 feet of stitching each day and then got tired of it and would pick it up in a day or two so the project stretched out over a few

Stus-List Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat

I agree with much of what has been suggested. I disagree on the Klein screwdriver. I prefer the Lutz style where the all the tips are visible all the time.

Stus-List Re: Engine panel button/switch replacement

switch will break off. > > The push button will probably be able to be ripped off the switch with pliers > allowing you access to the center. > > Good luck. > > COMP > 1979 C 34 > Groton, CT > > On Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 11:46:20 AM EDT, David Knec

Stus-List Re: Start panel mystery

the picture of the control panel shown in > that article. The article also shows a wiring diagram. > > On Wed, Oct 26, 2022 at 1:57 PM David Knecht via CnC-List > mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: > It is wired just like the Universal manual diagram except that the jumper

Stus-List Re: Start panel mystery

essed it and for as long as it was depressed. > > On Wed, Oct 26, 2022 at 1:35 PM David Knecht via CnC-List > mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: > Here are a few answers to the comments: > > All of this started with replacement of old switches for new ones. Same wire

Stus-List Re: Start panel mystery

de/> > Dwight Veinot > C 35 MKII, Alianna > Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS > d.ve...@bellaliant.net <mailto:d.ve...@bellaliant.net> > > > > On Tue, Oct 25, 2022 at 11:10 PM David Knecht via CnC-List > mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: > Mor

Stus-List Re: Start panel mystery

settles at 12.9V. At the same time, the batteries are measuring 12.5V. Something very strange is happening. Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT > On Oct 25, 2022, at 2:56 PM, David Knecht via CnC-List > wrote: > > HELP! I am stumped and hoping someone can point me

Stus-List Start panel mystery

HELP! I am stumped and hoping someone can point me in the right direction. Long descrition as best i can recall. Two weeks ago i thought i would get a head start on a project. My start button has been flakey this summer with now and then nothing happening when pressed. Decided to replace key

Stus-List Re: Engine panel button/switch replacement

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 11:30:39 AM EDT, David Knecht via CnC-List > wrote: > > > I spent some time yesterday replacing the original engine panel (Universal > M4-30) buttons/switches and ran into a problem. I had bought a new Cole > Hersee key switch and two push butto

Stus-List Re: C 29 Mk1 tuning questions

I followed a tuning guide that I think I got from the C photo album site. I have rod rigging and a Loos gauge (used on Ebay). Make sure vang and backstay are loose. Set rake (about 12" from gooseneck) with forestay/furler, tune uppers, then mid then lowers. I have now gone to Scar pins

Stus-List Engine panel button/switch replacement

I spent some time yesterday replacing the original engine panel (Universal M4-30) buttons/switches and ran into a problem. I had bought a new Cole Hersee key switch and two push button switches for the replacement. I was able to replace the key switch and the glow plug button easily (only a

Stus-List Re: Fresh water pump dead?

ks; if I was dying of thirst. Maybe. Take the > filter out. Be careful of where you take on water and chlorinate > > On Mon, Sep 26, 2022 at 12:59 PM David Knecht via CnC-List > mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: > I mostly solved the mystery of my fresh water pump and wan

Stus-List Re: Fresh water pump dead?

problems > went away. Maybe they have a better designed check valve. > > Bill Coleman > > On Tue, Sep 6, 2022 at 3:07 PM David Knecht via CnC-List > mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: > Good thoughts. I can see in my tanks and there is not any significant amount &g

Stus-List Re: Partially furling the genoa when racing

the > way.in <http://way.in/> much faster. Let us know how these suggestions work. > > Alan Bergen > 35 Mk III Thirsty > Rose City YC > Portland, OR > > > > On Mon, Sep 12, 2022 at 7:12 AM David Knecht via CnC-List > mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> w

Stus-List Glow plugs

I asked the list a while back about glow plugs (Universal M4-30) and whether they should be a periodic replacement item. They should have been testable in place, but I had trouble getting reliable readings from the meter. So I decided since they were not that expensive ($80 for 4) to just go

Stus-List Partially furling the genoa when racing

I was talking to the skipper of a J27 who nearly always wins our PHRF class and he was telling me that while he wins a lot, he struggles in heavier air. He said he had recently started partially roller furling his large genoa for upwind legs and then unfurling downwind when the wind was strong

Stus-List Re: Eight Bells for Rob Ball

Sad news indeed. But what a wonderful legacy he leaves behind. He left his mark on the world for years to come with the beauty, form and function of the boats he designed. Dave David Knecht Rear Commodore Thames Yacht Club New London, CT > On Sep 10, 2022, at 4:39 AM, Andrew Burton via

Stus-List Re: Diesel fuel tank cap (Fuel Deck Fill)

None of those caps would work on my boat. The thread diameter is different, so the entire unit would have to be replaced. I have never seen a direct replacement for the C one. Everyone who sees them thinks they are a great idea, except for the fact that no one else has them. I always have

Stus-List Re: Fresh water pump dead?

l.com>> > Subject: Stus-List Re: Fresh water pump dead? > > Maybe you have a lot of sludge in your tank, I often put a hose on the far > end of my water system and run a couple tanks out into the slip to clean it > up. > > Bill Coleman > Entrada, Erie PA > &

Stus-List Re: Fresh water pump dead?

It looks like the pump version was not the problem. I will confirm tomorrow, but according to Defender, I did indeed purchase the pressure limited version of the pump. I don’t think they even sell the non-pressure limited version. The response I got from Jabsco/Xylem customer support said to

Stus-List Re: Fresh water pump dead?

rmax 1 Pressure Limited, is! > > Nice labeling huh? > I bought the wrong one too... > > Nate Flesness > > On Thu, Sep 1, 2022 at 9:40 AM David Knecht via CnC-List > mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: > I am back to working on the freshwater pump p

Stus-List Re: Fresh water pump dead?

gt;> >> Any connections made - any corrosion in there? Are you getting >> (batteryV+)12v or only 10.2 indicating a possible short >> >> Our water pump, which I believe was the original, just died last year and I >> swapped it out. I wish I had done that sooner, the new pu

Stus-List Re: Fresh water pump dead?

vanes. Sometimes they get crud in there. > > Bill Coleman > > On Mon, Aug 8, 2022 at 10:24 PM David Knecht via CnC-List > mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: > Hi Folks- I found that my fresh water pump was running continuously today and > not pressurizing the sys

Stus-List Fresh water pump dead?

Hi Folks- I found that my fresh water pump was running continuously today and not pressurizing the system and not cutting out when pressurized. I confirmed there was water in the tanks and flow to the manifold that controls tank choice. But there was no water in the filter after the manifold

Stus-List Re: Solar Panel on Bimini top

I am a big fan of rare earth magnets as well. I use them to tack my flexible solar panel to the companionway slider. I have one set for hatch open and one set for hatch closed glued to the plexiglass and the back of the panel. Much nicer than velcro, although I have had some corrosion

Stus-List Re: Engine tachometer

ould be loose, or a bad connection between the > alternator and the tach. If the speed showed slower it could mean the belt > is slipping but in your case it's showing higher, so more likely in the > connections or in the tach itself. > > Neil Gallagher > Weatherly 35-1 > Gl

Stus-List Engine tachometer

Yesterday, I was motoring and noticed that the engine tachometer was acting strangely. It would read 4000 rpm for a while and then drop back to 2000 rpm (roughly correct). Then it would go up to 3000 rpm and hold there. It kept bouncing around while the actual engine was steady, so it was

Stus-List Re: Asym Rigging and Trim

Does he have the asym hoisted and furled on the furler throughout the race and just unfurl it or hoist it furled at the mark? I have wondered how much interference a furled A-sail would have on upwind performance. Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT > On Jul 12, 2022, at 10:25 AM,

Stus-List Re: Engine not turning over

s neutral safety -did you jiggle the > shifter? > > > > The stop knob wouldn't prevent the motor from turning over, but good on you > for honesty > > > > > On Thu, Jul 7, 2022, 6:08 AM David Knecht via CnC-List <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wr

Stus-List Engine not turning over

Last night, out of the blue, my engine would not turn over after a race. Nothing at all when I push the start button. I ran the engine before the race and all was fine and have had no issues at all this year. Fortunately, I was able to sail the short distance to the mooring without a

Stus-List Re: Cost to replace UV cover

My sailmaker installed a glue on gray laminate material UV leech protector on my two new roller furling laminate genoas (145 and 110) sails when they were made. I don’t think it is stitched but will look tomorrow. I am not sure what the material is, but could find out. It last lasted for 4

Stus-List Reefing lines

We raced today in a real blow and I was reminded to ask how others rig their reefing lines. I have a single reef point in my main and outhaul and reefing line both exit the pulleys on the end of the boom. When I want to reef, I have generally run the reefing line up to the cringe, down and

Stus-List Re: Genoa sheets catch on shrouds

ds > > Dave, > I am curious how your soft shackle is installed and why that hasn't solved > your problem. After attaching sheets with a soft shackle a couple years ago, > I have not had a single hangup. > Jeff Laman > 81C > Harmony > Ludington, MI > From: David

Stus-List Re: Genoa sheets catch on shrouds

Laman > 81C > Harmony > Ludington, MI > From: David Knecht via CnC-List > Sent: Thursday, June 16, 2022 1:32 PM > To: CnC CnC discussion list > Cc: David Knecht > Subject: Stus-List Genoa sheets catch on shrouds > > What have people found to be the best way to keep the gen

Stus-List Genoa sheets catch on shrouds

What have people found to be the best way to keep the genoa sheet attachment from catching on the shrouds during a tack? I use a dyneema soft shackle to attach the sheets to the clew, but that has not solved the problem over knots. Thanks- Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT

Stus-List Re: Batteries again

While on the topic of wiring alternators to batteries, Balmar has a “new” alternator protection module. Worth $70? Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 1, 2022, at 9:57 AM, Joe Della Barba via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > This is exactly why if I go lithium, the charging will work as follows: >

Stus-List Re: Batteries again

, you might call around your local > battery shop and see what they charge. They are worse than Lifelines, but if > they crap out after a week at least you can return them to the store  > Joe Della Barba > Coquina C 35 MK I > Kent Island MD USA > > > > From: David

Stus-List Re: Batteries again

> the best AGM maker. >> FYI – Deka makes all the West Marine AGMs, you might call around your local >> battery shop and see what they charge. They are worse than Lifelines, but if >> they crap out after a week at least you can return them to the store  >> Joe Della

Stus-List Batteries again

I have been following the battery discussion and have a question. I need to replace my two 9 year old AGM batteries this season. I have separate start and house batteries which can be combined if needed. I don’t have large power needs (electronics, autopilot and fridge when cruising). I

Stus-List Re: Where to Source a Running Light

At the suggestion of someone on this list, I replaced all my lights with LED’s from Marinebeam (https://store.marinebeam.com). I thought they were well constructed and would last longer then the Perko's that had failed. Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT > On May 6, 2022, at 9:53 AM,

Stus-List Batteries and chargers

I used a battery check device the other day and found that my batteries were below 50% of their rated power, so I think it is time to replace them (9 years). What I have are 2 (house and start) Deep Cycle Power Tech Group 24 AGM. I went back and read Maine Sailor’s excellent article on

Stus-List Re: Vacuum Gauge replacement

Thanks for the head’s up about the AOS sensor. I am seriously considering adding it. Do you know what you need to connect it to a Seatalk-ng network? On the subject of Racor filter units- is there any logic to straight vs. 90° barb fittings for hose connections to the Racor? It doesn’t come

Stus-List Burnished bottom paint

I have been considering what kind of bottom paint to use in the future and it seems that most racers have a very hard/smooth/burnished bottom on their boats. So, I was wondering if there is data to support that this is important. One reason for asking is that in addition to being a sailor, I

Stus-List Re: Sacrificial anodes

now use a > single new doughnut shaft anode every year and it is approx 30-40% sacrificed > at the end of the sailing season. > > Don Kern > Fireball, C Mk2 > Bristol, RI > > > On 11/19/2021 5:11 PM, David Knecht via CnC-List wrote: >> Some may remember a Stump th

Stus-List Re: Sacrificial anodes

CnC-List > wrote: > > You might need to change the name. > > http://astrologyclub.org/aries-phase-seven-year-cycle/ > <http://astrologyclub.org/aries-phase-seven-year-cycle/> > > Dave > > > > On Fri, 19 Nov 2021 at 17:12, David Knecht via CnC-List &

Stus-List Sacrificial anodes

Some may remember a Stump the Chumps post I made back in 2015. At that time, I had pulled the boat for the season and found that two of my three anodes were gone, and the third barely present, which was something that had never happened before. They were previously in such good shape that I

Stus-List Re: Whisker pole with a 37/40+?

I don’t think I have described my system before, but perhaps it is relevant here. I rarely race in spinnaker class, so use my whisker pole (Forespar aluminum adjustable) 90% of the time off the wind. I have a track on the front of the mast designed for the spinnaker pole and a hoop that the

Stus-List Main halyard shackle

My boat came with a main halyard shackle of a type I have never seen anywhere else. It has a pivoting arm that swings up after inserting through the headboard and secured with a threaded pin. It has worked fine for years and easy to remove and attach, which I do routinely when done sailing

Stus-List Re: Bottom Paints Again

Hi Ken- Sounds interesting. How did you prepare the prop and shaft for painting? Do you strip and repaint every year or just add a new coat? Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT > On Oct 31, 2021, at 10:27 AM, Ken Heaton via CnC-List > wrote: > > RUST-OLEUM makes a GALVANIZING

Stus-List Re: Zinc Paint

I have tried them all and been unimpressed with the results on my Maxprop. I tried the Pettit Zinc barrier coat spray many years ago and did not find it very effective. Tried lanolin and the same. Tried bottom paint with primer and it did not adhere. Did Propspeed one year and it was good,

Stus-List Re: Bottom Paints Again

Hi Bill- Can you clarify what you used? I looked at the Pettit site and there was nothing called Odyssey Trinidad. There was an Odyssey Triton? Dave S/V Aries 1990 C 34+ New London, CT > On Oct 23, 2021, at 2:16 PM, Bill Coleman via CnC-List > wrote: > > I know this subject is as old

Stus-List Re: Racor diesel filter assemblies

> USA 02840 > > +401 965 5260 > https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ > <https://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/> > > > >> On Oct 16, 2021, at 16:44, David Knecht via CnC-List >> wrote: >> >> I am conside

Stus-List Racer diesel filter assemblies

I am considering replacing my old Racor primary filter assembly (currently 30 µm filter) with one of the newer ones, but I am unsure what the difference is between them and hoping someone can clarify differences I might not recognize. I was initially looking at the 500 series turbine units

Stus-List Diesel smell in clothes

All that work on the fuel system left me with some clothes that smell of diesel. They got washed normally and now all the cotton clothes from that load smell like diesel. Anyone have any DIY tricks for getting diesel smell out in the laundry? I saw vinegar and baking soda in a Google search,

Stus-List Re: Fuel pump

I had this happen on my previous boat with a Yanmar and I suspect I know why. I think the problem was getting air in the fuel lines as the pickup was sometimes not in the diesel as the boat bounced around when the tank is not full. There was no electric fuel pump so you had to manually bleed

Stus-List Re: Fuel pump

ory, (Clogged filter, > of course) I thought, I don’t want that to happen to me – and I replaced > mine. Engine starts to stutter, check the gauge, and flip the handle to the > clean filter and keep on going. > > > Bill Coleman > Entrada, Erie, PA > > > >

Stus-List Re: Fuel pump

he > water into the fuel, and won’t spin out in the turbine – so they recommend it > be on the suction side. > I have the double 500, and it is on the suction side. > > > Bill Coleman > Entrada, Erie, PA > > > > From: David Knecht via CnC-List [m

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the caveat that the pump will emulsify the > water into the fuel, and won’t spin out in the turbine – so they recommend it > be on the suction side. > I have the double 500, and it is on the suction side. > > > Bill Coleman > Entrada, Erie, PA > > > > From

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> Bill Coleman > Entrada, Erie, PA > > > > From: David Knecht via CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com > <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>] > Sent: Monday, September 27, 2021 3:19 PM > To: CnC CnC discussion list > Cc: David Knecht

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A. I've shared this before but here is a video that > includes a mod for easier venting. This mod requires drilling and tapping > the racor head. > > https://youtu.be/H-GI38vE4hQ <https://youtu.be/H-GI38vE4hQ> > > Josh Muckley > S/V Sea Hawk > 1989 C 37+ > So

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MC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000=pXd69QGBqdzp8xQNHtBbEb4CypY8i%2Fmkeu8qWLgiw6w%3D=0> > > On Thursday, September 23, 2021, 12:36 PM, David Knecht via CnC-List > wrote: > > I meant bypass the Racor, turn on the pump and collect fuel into a seconda

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I am unclear on the question, but here is my experience with tridata transducers. I put in a Raymarine Seatalkng network a few years. I added a Airmar DST800 depth/speed/temp tri-ducer more recently which plugged right into the network and worked perfectly on my Raymarine chartplotter. All I

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I have had TackTick wireless wind on my mast since I bought my boat 8 years ago. I have the converter box so it is on my Seatalk-ng network. It worked flawlessly until this year when something happened to the speed sensor. I have not yet gone up the mast to pull it for diagnosis. I had the

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