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The boat I have shared with a friend is being sold.  How do I unfriend from this list.  It has been great but time to move on. Frank Schenk___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly

Re: Stus-List 1973 30-1 For Sale in WA

In the DFW area that boat would sell for about $9,000 however it would not be in that good condition. Frank On Thursday, October 12, 2017 11:48 PM, Randy Stafford via CnC-List wrote: Here’s a nice-looking 1973 30-1 for sale in Washington state:

Re: Stus-List Fuel filter funnel search

Marek, I would never use a thong for a fuel filter.  It makes women angry. :) Frank On Sunday, September 10, 2017 3:47 PM, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List wrote: #yiv8694052617 #yiv8694052617 -- P {margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;}#yiv8694052617 I had one like that and

Re: Stus-List teak wood to the cockpit

I also countersink all screw and bolt holes so the caulking can make a better seal. Frank On Friday, September 8, 2017 3:50 AM, Danny Haughey via CnC-List wrote: I put everything back with butyl tape.  You do have to seal the penetrations of the screws.  Sent

Re: Stus-List teak wood to the cockpit

Good question.  I always put some caulking to prevent any moisture from seeping through the screw holes. Frank On Thursday, September 7, 2017 5:56 PM, Bev Parslow via CnC-List wrote: Just taken some teak off a vertical surface. Varnished them and they

Re: Stus-List Learning to sail in a small boat

I am not recommending learning on a sailboard but it teaches you how to adjust a sail.  Only on a sailboard do you feel the pressure of the wind on a sail and how you have to adjust for the direction of the wind.  Like I said before, I have sailed large and small and enjoyed them all.  What a

Re: Stus-List Learning to sail in a small boat

I learned to sail in a Columbia 25 MKII.  It was easy because it was forgiving.  My sailboard was a lot more difficult because I had to react quickly.  I do not think it makes much difference in how you learn IF YOU LEARN.  I have sailed boats as small as a Sunfish and as large as a 30 foot

Re: Stus-List Storm Harvey

The movement of this storm is not very predictable.  It will be several more days until a path can be determined. Frank On Sunday, August 27, 2017 9:16 PM, bushmark4--- via CnC-List wrote: Dennis, you're rightif this prediction is true, Harvey will end up

Re: Stus-List Water pump for Yanmar 3GMF

Most water pumps can be rebuilt.  I would guess that all you need is a new seal.  Surely any good mechanic could replace it if they have the right equipment. Frank On Tuesday, July 25, 2017 10:46 AM, Matthew Schlanger via CnC-List wrote: I was wondering if

Re: Stus-List Cordless Drill???

I have heard that the best way to dry an electrical item is to put it in an oven at low heat.  I have a drill motor like yours that I bought on sale at Ace hardware.  BTW, I assume you still have a second battery so if you can salvage the motor you are not at a total loss. Frank On

Re: Stus-List Speaking of oxalic acid

A power washer and bleach generally does the job if you let the bleach soak in. Frank On Thursday, April 27, 2017 12:26 PM, Dennis C. via CnC-List wrote: I'm trying to clean an old beach cat I've had in my back yard for, well, for a "while".  It has lichen

Re: Stus-List Diesel injectors

Send the injectors to a diesel repair shop.  They know what they are doing. Frank On Friday, March 31, 2017 9:06 PM, Brent Driedger via CnC-List wrote: Greetings all. The 1GM10 Yanmar on my 27 began to give me issues last summer. The usual complaints, hard

Re: Stus-List Fuel filter replacement

Past experience makes me think that it is a matter of luck.  I assume you know to fill the fuel bowl after inserting the filter.  Turn on the ignition switch to start the electric pump and open the bleed screw on the top of the filter.  I do not recall if there was another bleed valve at the

Re: Stus-List Sealing fixed portlights / windows, 1994 C 37/40+

Bruce, Yes, it is mostly wishful thinking as some of us learned the hard way.  Unless you are sailing in the rain I suggest a tarp while in the slip.  Later you can do the job right and not have to remove any calk or tape. Frank On Tuesday, March 28, 2017 2:20 PM, Gary Russell via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Battery tester

I like the KISS method.  Use a multimeter to check the battery when fully charged.  It should be about 12.5 volts.  Check it when the engine is running and it should be 13.5 volts or higher.  If the battery cannot be recharged to 12.5 volts, it is probably bad.  That is when you pull it out and

Re: Stus-List I've listed my 1976 C 30mki for sale

Ryan, It is called "Caveat Emptor" or let the buyer beware.  I will now shut up and let you guys get back to business. FrankC 29 On Thursday, September 1, 2016 10:58 AM, Ryan Doyle wrote: Thanks Frank.  I'm sorry to hear about that Columbia.  If I sold this boat

Re: Stus-List I've listed my 1976 C 30mki for sale

they can double their money by also selling the boat   Sad to see people destroy a loved one …   Mike Persistence Halifax, NS   From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com]On Behalf Of Franklin Schenk via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2016 12:47 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Frank

Re: Stus-List I've listed my 1976 C 30mki for sale

You should have no problem selling your boat at that price.  I hope you find a buyer who will appreciate all you have done.  My past experience has shown that many, if not most, boat buyers are ignorant.  I sold my Columbia 26 MKII for $2700 which was far below the average price of $4000.  It

Re: Stus-List Portable Air Conditioner -- Anyone try it?

I recently borrowed an old Cruiseair unit from a friend. It needs a shot of Freon but works reasonably well.  I suggest that you contact them at cruiseair.com for new models. Frank On Friday, August 19, 2016 11:08 AM, Edd Schillay via CnC-List wrote: Listers,

Re: Stus-List Fixing window leak

As a lazy person I try the easy things first like tightening the screws.  What is the spacing of the screws?  6 to 8 inches is about right. Frank On Monday, August 8, 2016 1:31 PM, Jeremy Ralph via CnC-List wrote: Our first season with a 1978 C 34-1.  The PO

Re: Stus-List Sail Cover

com> wrote: A loop of rope on one side and a rope with a chineese button knot in it would work.  That way you could just butten it up. Here's a youtube of the knot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQH2FnHoByc On 8/1/2016 5:58 PM, Franklin Schenk via CnC-List wrote: My friend has

Stus-List Sail Cover

My friend has a sail cover with eyelets on each side in lieu of what I call twist snaps.  He presently uses carabiner clips which take extra time to attach.  My thought was to thread a line from eyelet to eyelet as this would be much faster.  Any ideas would be appreciated. FrankC 29 

Re: Stus-List Singing Rigging

I think what is happening is that either a shroud or a stay has hit resonant frequency.  I think that either tightening or loosing it will eliminate the noise.  Resonant frequency is the natural frequency of an object.  This happens to my wife when she gets mad at me and is wound up tight.

Re: Stus-List Shouldn't there be some kind of Wally Award?

I agree.  We can learn a lot from this because sites like this cover many problems.  It also makes us closer to the person doing the job.  We also can laugh at their mistakes and remember when we did the same thing. FrankC 29 On Monday, July 25, 2016 12:44 AM, Lee Youngblood via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List faulty fuel gauge or sensor

st.com Subject: Re: Stus-List faulty fuel gauge or sensor From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com CC: persuasio...@gmail.com Frank When my gauge stop working it was only a loose ground. MikePERSUASION C 37 K/CBLong Sault On Jul 22, 2016, at 8:45 PM, Franklin Schenk via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.c

Re: Stus-List faulty fuel gauge or sensor

a Hawk 1989 C 37+ Solomons, MD On Jul 22, 2016 8:47 PM, "Franklin Schenk via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: Is there a simple way to check out the fuel level sensor to see if it is working properly?  The fuel gauge reads zero even though the tank is a

Stus-List faulty fuel gauge or sensor

Is there a simple way to check out the fuel level sensor to see if it is working properly?  The fuel gauge reads zero even though the tank is about half full. Frank___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what

Re: Stus-List Dull red hull

(C 35, Mark I) White Lake, Michigan WLYC On 7/21/2016 2:36 PM, Franklin Schenk via CnC-List wrote: Thanks for the detailed response.  It sounds like a lot of work so I will wait until October when the temperature drops to a comfortable level.  Just now it is very hot in the DFW area. 

Re: Stus-List Dull red hull

Lanier, GA Jul 20, 2016, at 10:27 PM, Franklin Schenk via CnC-List<cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>>wrote:  My friend has a C with a red hull.  I would like topolish it with something to bring back the original color.  Many yearsago I could buy a car polish that

Stus-List Dull red hull

  My friend has a C with a red hull.  I would like to polish it with  something to bring back the original color.  Many years ago I could buy a car polish that would do the job.  I assume that there are new products available today.  Any suggestions? Frank 

Re: Stus-List Warm up diesel engine

oating isn’t a big inconvenience, more like a necessity for me.Chuck GilchrestS/V Half Magic1983 Landfall 35Padanaram, MA    From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Franklin Schenk via CnC-List Sent: Monday, June 20, 2016 2:41 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.comun Cc: Franklin

Re: Stus-List Warm up diesel engine

than 5 minutes. Because lube oil does not reach all themoving parts as soon as the engine is started.Operate the engine at around 850-900 rpm for at least five minutes. On Mon, Jun 20, 2016 at 11:36 AM, Franklin Schenk via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: A friend of mine insists tha

Stus-List Warm up diesel engine

A friend of mine insists that you cannot warm up a Yanmar engine at idle speed.  When we are still in the slip he puts it in gear and runs at about half throttle.  None of the other sailors appear to do this.  Unfortunately many do not give the engine a chance to warm up at all.  I am open to

Re: Stus-List Stay Shroud Tension

I have used the following technique on many different boats without using a Loos gage. First, I check that the mast is straight athwartship (sideways) and that I have the desired rake which is different for each boat.  I tighten the turnbuckles on the fore and aft stays first.  I check the

Re: Stus-List Diesel question

I agree on the black smoke due to poor combustion of the diesel fuel.  However, I doubt that the lubrication oil would enter the combustion chamber unless the rings are badly worn.  With only a few hundred hours on the engine they should be as good as new.  I once had an oil change and the guy

Re: Stus-List Diesel question

Only time will tell.  If it starts using a lot of oil you know that there is damage to the engine.  I would check the oil each time you go out to see if it is burning oil.  If the oil level does not change you were just burning off the excess oil.  BTW, how much did you over fill on the oil?

Re: Stus-List Tohatsu Outboard

They are not the same.  I think that one is black and the other is grey.  :)  BTW, I believe that Tohatsu also makes some of the small Mercury outboards. On Wednesday, April 27, 2016 8:46 PM, Brian Davis via CnC-List wrote: If I'm not mistaken, I believe that

Stus-List Forward hatch rubber seal

It appears that the seal on the forward hatch on our C 29 is leaking.  I was thinking of replacing it with a 3/8 by 3/4 foam rubber seal.  I cut out a piece of the original seal and it looks as if it was round.  Any suggestions? Frank___ This list is

Re: Stus-List C 29 Mk II Bulkhead Repair

Fortunately, I have a lot of friends including a guy familiar with the West System.  He has done some extensive work on damaged boats.  I have tempted him with a few beers to look at the boat.  Although I have worked on boats as a hobby for about 65 years I never got involved in doing any

Re: Stus-List Chain plate bulkheads

te I have seen a suitably sized stainless steel plate the spreads the chain plate loads out into solid wood used. MartinCalypso1971 C 43SeattleFrom: CnC-List [cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] on behalf of Franklin Schenk via CnC-List [cnc-list@cnc-list.com] Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2016 11:27

Stus-List Fw: Chain plate bulkheads

On Wednesday, April 13, 2016 1:27 PM, Franklin Schenk wrote: I am helping a friend repair the chain plate bulkheads on a 29 MKII.  Water has leaked for many years down the chain plates into the bulkheads.  By taping on the bulkheads with a hammer I can tell that

Re: Stus-List Remove silicone

hatch frame if there is any silicone residue (which there was, thanks to the PO). Perhaps the folks at Sika can tell you the name of the product.     Rick Brass Washington, NC         From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Franklin Schenk via CnC-List Sent: Saturd