Stus-List Re: C Custom 52

2024-02-05 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
I don't see a photo Is this a C 110 or a custom 52?? On Mon, Feb 5, 2024, 5:41 PM Joel Delamirande via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Is it still alive that boat > > Joel Delamirande > *www.jdroofing.ca * > > > > On Mon, Feb 5, 2024 at 11:41 AM

Stus-List Re: C owners need information

2022-06-25 Thread RON CASCIATO via CnC-List
Hi Dan, not sure if this helps but..some time ago after the factory closed,  South Shore Yachts in Toronto collected most of the boat files including something called a "build file".This file was specific to a single boat and was filed by the hull number.They made these files available to

Stus-List Re: 37+ Polars

2022-06-16 Thread RON CASCIATO via CnC-List
Hi Rob, Not free, but Google ORR-EZ VALID LIST. This boat list will have your 37+.You search for your boat; in the left margin is a number, clicking on that will produce the ORR-EZ rating certificate.newer alternative to PHRF.ORR-EZ will also have a link to a new "performance package" which

Stus-List Re: Forward hatch gasket needed

2022-02-13 Thread RON CASCIATO via CnC-List
Andrew, give Hatchmasters in Norwalk,  CT. a call.It's been a few years but they have the parts and rebuilt my A hatch nicely. Ron C.Impromptu38MKII, '77On Feb 12, 2022 9:01 PM, andrew macLean via CnC-List wrote: Atkins and Hoyle were really marvellous helping me find parts for the nearly 50

Stus-List Re: Sydney Hobart Race

2021-12-26 Thread RON CASCIATO via CnC-List
Hi Dennis.sort of, I usually get interested when they get further along.incidentally,  do we know where Comanche went??Ron C.On Dec 26, 2021 5:20 PM, "Dennis C. via CnC-List" wrote:Anybody watching?https://rolexsydneyhobart.com/tracker/-- Dennis C.Touche' 35-1 #83Mandeville, LA Thanks to

Stus-List Re: Garboard

2021-11-22 Thread RON CASCIATO via CnC-List
Agreed, we did this on Impromptu almost 7-8 years ago. We drilled the hole a quarter inch below the floor of the bilge...FROM THE OUTSIDE!!!I think the diameter of the threaded piece is 1", I took it to Home Depot and found a male adapter that fitand pieced a 6" piece of PVC with a 45 degree

Stus-List Re: Rescue at sea.

2021-07-02 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Would you have made that trip; without an AIS device? I suspect that the boat is easy to find. From: Randal Stafford via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, July 1, 2021 12:37 PM To: Stus-List Cc: Randal Stafford Subject: Stus-List Re: Rescue at sea. So I assume S/V Jenny is adrift somewhere in

Stus-List Re: Mast Base Blocks

2021-03-19 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Also a big Garhauer fanI have their blocks on shackles like David, lines led to deck organizers on each side and then back to the cockpit through sheet stoppers before the winches on the cabin roof. Those lines are always under some tension and hold the blocks up nicely. This set up is a

Stus-List Re: C 40

2021-03-18 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
it. Was the Flex-O-Fold a direct fit for the sail drive and what was the approx. cost? Thanks Rod From: Ron Casciato via CnC-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Sent: March-18-21 12:32 PM To: 'Stus-List' mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Cc: Ron Casciato mailto:rjcasci...@comcast.ne

Stus-List Re: C 40

2021-03-18 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Good Morning Joe: a suggestion while you are compiling a list of costs and differences. Please include the estimate for replacement of the engine with a Yanmar Saildrive. I did that on my 38MKII almost 15 years ago on the recommendation of Rob Ball, and it has worked flawlessly and needs much

Stus-List Re: Recommended Masthead/Deck Light combo replacement [now mast rebuild]

2021-03-18 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Josh, Great Jobmy next question is what was the process for measuring and procuring the replacement rod materials? Did the Yard do it, or a rigger in teharea, or other? Thanks, Ron C. Impromptu 38MKIIC ‘77 From: Josh Muckley via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, March 18, 2021

Stus-List Re: midship cleats on aluminum rail?

2021-03-10 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
I have two of these on my 38MKII for over 12 years. I use them for spring lines and a central docking line……….never an issue with the toe rail on a 38. Since the toe rail does have a rolled top, I simply made a couple of aluminum spacers from bar stock and slipped them below the rolled top

Stus-List Re: History help.....

2020-12-26 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Ted, when did you acquire the boat? In the old days…….15 years ago, you could have found the complete build file at South Shore Yachts in Toronto, many of us did that just to keep the history of our boats intact. After around that date, the remaining files were transferred to a Nautical

Re: Stus-List Thin plastic sheet for headliner access and other uses

2016-02-20 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Rick: We're both doping the same project this year.I'm in Florida for the next couple of months and in Sarasota there is a place called Marine Surplus. They have rolls and rolls of fabric and coverings in clued inner hull fabrics.they have a very good choice for our replacement

Re: Stus-List Soft shackle

2016-02-17 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
I agree with Joelthey are easy to make using the L-36 website.just Google soft shackle and you'll see lots of pictures and ideas. We use them on Impromptu, a C 38MKIIC for all genoa sizesI'd never go back to knots. I think I just saw an article on Soft Shackles on the Sailing

Re: Stus-List NAVPOD

2016-02-10 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Look for the largest "o" ring you can find and stretch it around? _ From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Peter Fell via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2016 2:39 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Peter Fell Subject: Stus-List NAVPOD Here's a

Re: Stus-List C 44 Custon

2016-01-12 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
However, if “flipping” a boat was in fashion..compared to the one for sale in MA……….same vintage for $119K……….might be worth a project , maybe even a reality TV show……….. Ron C. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday,

Re: Stus-List Autohelm hand bearing compass

2016-01-12 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
HI Ted: I’ll take it……….I’ll send my info to you offline. Thanks, Ron From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ted Drossos via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, January 12, 2016 1:23 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Ted Drossos Subject: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Refinish/repaint breaker panels?

2016-01-12 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Joel: To get that panel looking new………will take some careful prep and then some art work for the labels……….you might check out Marine Surplus http://www.marinesurplusinc.comWe have one of their stores in Sarasota and they have all sorts of panels, etc. you might get lucky and find one

Re: Stus-List C 44 Custon

2016-01-12 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ron Casciato via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, January 12, 2016 11:04 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: Ron Casciato Subject: Re: Stus-List C 44 Custon However, if “flipping” a boat wa

Stus-List New Topic: Autohelm hand held compass

2016-01-08 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Happy New Year to the group: Do any of you have one of the old Autohelm Personal Compasses that you'd like to get rid of I'd like to replace the one I had that died last season. Thanks, Ron C. Impromptu C 38MKIIC..'77 _ From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List New beer can Genoa

2015-12-25 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Jon: How competitive do you want to be on Wednesday night? Our B fleet is very tough on Wednesdays ...they separate quickly in to those that mainly cruise and sail for the fun of it during the week and those of us who are much more serious..it dictates the type and fabric of the sail

Re: Stus-List Spinnaker pole

2015-12-10 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Why not simply cut the tracer string in place and tie another string to it and pull the original one out and measure it……? That leaves you with a messenger string still in place and the correct measurement Ron C. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf

Re: Stus-List Video of C 30 racing in Annapolis

2015-11-19 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Ronthink of it as a way to get a good used one if they have a lot of them out there.I think I'm generationally challenged to be able to sail one... Ron C. _ From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ronald B. Frerker via CnC-List Sent: Thursday,

Re: Stus-List Removing and applying vinyl lettering

2015-11-17 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
That article is in the latest issue of Sail Magazinenicely done...Ron C. -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Burton via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2015 8:12 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Andrew Burton

Re: Stus-List Headliner

2015-11-13 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Doug: I guess no-one knows where to get the original materialand I have seen "hull liner" material on the web somewhere. I'll start lookingnone of he other options work for methere's enough wood on the inside, I don't want to add more... I would check a company in Sarasota

Re: Stus-List C Interior Wood Veneer - mid 80's

2015-09-11 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
nebago. Having an interior is really nice. 1987 Frers 33 Mike Persistence 1987 Frers 33 #16 Halifax, NS From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ron Casciato via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, September 10, 2015 7:30 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc

Re: Stus-List C 37 question

2015-09-03 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Also interesting.we have one of each in our Wednesday night fleet……..my 38-2 and a 37………..both hulls look identical, however, the 37’s PHRF rating is almost 10 seconds lower than minehe rates 111 and I rate 120 (racing rating)……”cruising rating” comparisons get confused with handicap

Re: Stus-List CC 37+ Repower -- Ugh

2015-06-24 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
EDD: Lots of great advice in this thread…..BUT; a few years ago, I met with Rob Ball at the Newport Boat show… We were going over a couple of thing an I asked him (I own a CC 38MKII…1977) if he had it to do over again……….what would be different. Without even hesitating, he took

Re: Stus-List 38 Salon Table

2015-04-20 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
So let me help out hereJoe, where are you located. I have a CC 38MKII Hull # 125 that came with a custom two drop leaf teak table with a center chamber to house several liquor bottles, etc. Since we normally race this boatthe table was too heavy for our use, so I took it

Re: Stus-List Rigging set-up

2015-03-27 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
I should know this stuffthe videos are where? Ron C. _ From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chuck S via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, March 26, 2015 10:49 PM To: Aronson, Joel; CNC boat owners, cnc-list Subject: Re: Stus-List Rigging set-up Like

Re: Stus-List PHRF Adjustments for Spin and JAM in a single fleet

2015-03-21 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Hi Rick: I claim advantage since I also have a 38MKII, '77 vintage. You could check the NEPHRF.org website to see if your current handicaps are close for the boats racing.if you have boats that are not registered, you could assign a rating comparable with the list found there.

Re: Stus-List Racing w whisker poles

2015-03-21 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Chuck et al. According to my reading of the rating adjustments in this link http://www.phrfne.org/page/handicapping/handicap_adjustments ; Whisker pole may only be = to J dimension. The rest of this tome makes my head hurt often. However, we have figured out how to get the 38MKII to

Re: Stus-List Composite project (not CC related directly)

2015-03-11 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Brent: Check the website for Composite Soplutions, Inc. in Hingham MA. Jeff Kent is a composite master and would have lots of ssugestions or even maybe has a pert that might work. http://csi-composites.com Tell him I sent you. Ron Casciato Impromptu CC 38MKIIC'77 -Original

Re: Stus-List Diagram for deck arrangement on CC 32?

2015-03-05 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Hans: Lots of great advice here from other listers, but I wonder if it would be helpful to describe what your sailing style is. Do you i9ntend to mainly cruise, where would you sail, what winds are you likely to experience, etc. If you are a racer, then certain lines are necessary, but if you

Stus-List Ron CAsciato with a question re email addressses:

2015-01-29 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
HI Stu: Long time no talk, but I read the list every day. I'm in the process of changing some of my email addresses for receiving email and I would like to keep my CC email constant. However, I, as usual, deleted the regular notification of my membership in the list group and I would like

Re: Stus-List cc 41

2014-11-16 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Danny: Do you want a project boat or one that's ready to go? I believe that there's still a 40-41 in Hingham Ma handled by Eastern Yachts. It's been there for a while, and could use a paint job, but still a 40-41. Ron C. -Original Message- From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Running Lights Approved LED bulbs

2014-11-06 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Ed: What's the link for that headlight??:...very nifty idea. Ron C. _ From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Edd Schillay via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2014 11:50 AM To: CC List Subject: Re: Stus-List Running Lights Approved LED bulbs

Re: Stus-List CC for sale locally

2014-11-04 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
So the write up says the new RED Awlgrip done in 2008...but all of the pictures are of a WHITE boat???// wonder what's up with that??? Ron C. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Danny Haughey via CnC-List Sent: Monday, November 03, 2014 7:50 AM To:

Re: Stus-List oldest sail contest

2014-10-23 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Joe: I also have a 170 Genoa that came with my boat (1978)...but I've4 never used it. Where do you lead the sheets for a 170. My 38MKII uses a 155 regularly and that sheet leads almost back to the winch. I figured that the previous owner (or the original owner) used the transom corner fitting

Re: Stus-List thread reply and rod rigging

2014-10-13 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
David: Just my 2 cents worth.. Since you're in Newport RI, you have way more rigging expertise at your fingertips than most of us on this list.Newport is full of competition boats and riggers and such. Find someone local and have them look at the rig. MY 38MKIIC is a 1977 vintage

Re: Stus-List Mast removal for winter?

2014-09-22 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
In the boatyards around Boston.almost no masts are removed for winter storage..most are stored with mast up and seem to do well In the past 14 years, I've only taken mine down for revisions or repairs to wind instruments..probably 3 times in that 14 year

Re: Stus-List Mast removal for winter?

2014-09-22 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
: Stus-List Mast removal for winter? Same in Annapolis. Masts stay in the boat unless they are being worked on. Joel On Mon, Sep 22, 2014 at 3:13 PM, Ron Casciato via CnC-List cnc-list@cnc-list.com wrote: In the boatyards around Boston.almost no masts are removed for winter

Re: Stus-List Red light myth?

2014-09-19 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Ted: Thanks for the description of what's happening to my eyesmakes lotd of things clearer. Incidentally, my wife's new Mercedes has ambient lighting surrounding the interior at night which is Amber, I'm told that I can change it to red or blue, but I agree that the amber is a very nice

Re: Stus-List Sound exciter installation on a CC 30 sailboat

2014-09-10 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
So Ted: Just so I'm clear on what you did.you installed 2 of these exciters behind the cockpit coaming sides...but you seem to have a volume dial located where and available from who? Thanks, Ron C. -Original Message- From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Companionway hood

2014-09-08 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Bob: Assuming that the hood is similar to my 38MKII.some thoughts on the process might be useful to you. I've replaced the sliding Plexiglas 3 times since I've owned the boat (15 years)During the middle replacement, I decided to completely remove the sliding components and made new

Re: Stus-List Stainless Grab Rails New Stanchion

2014-07-30 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Steve: I agree with Wally...the only remaining piece of teak on my 38MKIIC is the fiddle on the sliding companionway hatch. Tops In Quality did mine and they are a great addition to any boat.. I gave my teak maintenance stuff away I also hear that Tops In Quality was out of business,

Re: Stus-List Anyone remove the helm seat?

2014-07-23 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Joel: I did it last year on my 38MKIIC.much more room, the cockpit can accommodate it and I like to sail from the lower leeward side to see telltales………..I find it much more agreeable Ron C. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jake Brodersen via

Re: Stus-List Jib sheet bowlines hang up on baby stay

2014-06-20 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Single soft shackle works great on my 38MKIIC……….They are relatively easy to make yourself, just google soft shackle and watch the video………. Made mine out of Amsteel.. Ron C. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of wwadjo...@aol.com via CnC-List Sent:

Re: Stus-List CC 38 mk1 vs mk2

2014-06-19 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
HI Steve: Just to add to the listing..my 1977 38 is Hull #125; the original build paperwork shows that it was built in the “Bruckman Shop” and has the designation of MKIIC. Someone mentioned the PHRF ratings of the two……….New England PHRF rates the MKI at 111 and the MKII at 114. Go

Re: Stus-List CC 37+ Centerboard (I'm told 34+ is similar)

2014-06-10 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Just an added note: My yard is now working on a Tartan 40 with the very same arrangement. CB pivots at the leading edge of the keel and the fitting for the cable on that boat is actually a block anchoring system where the end of the cable is located up in the trunk and the block at the CB gives

Re: Stus-List PO,ed

2014-05-14 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
2 things.change the subject for this topic. It's too important not to overlook like I did a minute ago.. Then.I use Comcast email and outlook.I cannot find any note of an unsubscribe command anywhere on my emails the highlighted mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Standing water on deck

2014-05-13 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
So, Cut a piece of sponge about 1” square and 3-5 inches long. Slice it half way through near the center. Now insert the sponge through your rail hole near the water pool and open the cut slot to fit over the lower part of the rail……… and then leave it alone and never touch it again. The

Re: Stus-List Shroud roller

2014-05-08 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
We use a ½” piece of PVC pipe.about $2.00 and wipe with acetone to remove the plumbing printing…….has worked great for over 10 years… This year, we took the baby stay off. I’m just never going to be anywhere where I’ll need it… Ron C. From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Technical sail discussion

2014-05-07 Thread Ron Casciato via CnC-List
Dennis: Now if you want another 9 secondsditch the spinnaker pole and declare “no pole” and go straight to your ASYM…Ron C. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, May 07, 2014 8:59 AM To: Dennis C.;