Re: Stus-List Buying the boat

2013-02-28 Thread Knowles Rich
David: Re item 3: Others may differ, but my experience suggests this is a complete red herring and should be disregarded. WOT will not be achieved until the boat is underway and at speed and probably not in reverse as the gearing is different. I doubt that the surveyor or anyone else had the boa

Stus-List Buying the boat

2013-02-28 Thread Chuck S
#1, I wouldn't worry about, but I would walk on te are and see if it's spongy, rebed things on deck and monitor. #2, should be fixed as recommended, so budget for that. #3, I would check the throttle cable and shifter linkage cable for clear, unrestricted movement. I never use full throttle in

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread Chuck S
No, The streaks are definitely where rain washes through the holes in the toe rail, predominently just forward of each stanchion base. It's just dirt, and can be washed off if caught early. My friend waxed his toe rails and it made a big difference. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Atlantic Cit

Stus-List Forward hatch 29-2

2013-02-28 Thread Bob Hickson
Not sure what is wrong with your current hatch. This company can likely repair it or sell you the parts you need. Hammmerhead Nautical Systems http://www.hhns.ca/ Located on the outskirts of Toronto, Ontario Best regards, Bob Hickson, C&C 29-2 Flying Colours Frenchman's Bay Yacht

Stus-List Considering a New Genoa

2013-02-28 Thread Tom Buscaglia
Jim It looked fine to me...but, honestly, I know nothing about Asym's and I only had it up a few times before we decided to sell Jubilee. So, I really can't say how it would hold up to extended use. That said, Dirk sure seemed like a straight shooter to me an he could probably give you some

Re: Stus-List tips

2013-02-28 Thread Joel Aronson
Dave I'd call the surveyor. 1 may be the area near the turning blocks for the jib and spin sheets. 3. No idea on that one. On the rudder you might want to just take a 4k discount for a new rudder. Good luck! Joel Aronson On Feb 28, 2013, at 10:33 PM, David Knecht wrote: Since the advice has be

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread David Knecht
Hi Chuck- I thought the black streaks were from the butyl bedding compound in which case treating the toe rail will have no effect. Dave On Feb 27, 2013, at 8:07 PM, Chuck S wrote: > Dennis, > A fellow C&C owner near me has the same year boat as mine but my toe rails > are faded and his look

Re: Stus-List tips

2013-02-28 Thread David Knecht
Since the advice has been so helpful, I am going to move to the next step. Perhaps this is becoming a group buying decision! The broker sent me the survey they had done before taking the boat in trade in September. Turns out the surveyor is one of 3 that I contacted about surveying for me an

Re: Stus-List forward hatch 29-2

2013-02-28 Thread Jim Watts
Our 29-2 had a Nibo forward hatch. I think a Lewmar 60 is a drop-in replacement, same as it was on our 35. On 28 February 2013 17:13, Paul Fountain wrote: > As said either aitkens & Hoyle or bomark Look at Lewmar for a > replacement if A & H don't have one... Measure the inside dimension

Re: Stus-List forward hatch 29-2

2013-02-28 Thread Paul Fountain
As said either aitkens & Hoyle or bomark Look at Lewmar for a replacement if A & H don't have one... Measure the inside dimensions from below and check their catalogue. When I replaced ours the Lewmars actually fit better than the bomarks I removed . Paul. :) On 2013-02-28, at 5:32 PM,

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread jtsails
Rick, I really like this idea! JT Delaney C&C 38 MK II Oriental, NC - Original Message - From: Dennis C. To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2013 8:42 AM Subject: Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin We used to have fundraiser regattas where

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Gary Nylander
James, that is what we have discovered in out Wednesday and Saturday series. Those who have the crew can take advantage of the increased performance of the spinnaker and the rest do what they can. Once in a while, particularly on our 30, we (even though we have the crew) will opt out of the spi

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread jtsails
As a competitor who is hopefully going to be entered in the event that you are talking about. I would suggest that you pick a number, 12 or 15(it doesn't really matter) and go with it. People who have the crew and equipment to fly a spin are going to fly it and people who don't, won't. Make

Re: Stus-List tips

2013-02-28 Thread jtsails
In my case, my final decision came down to two C&C 38's. Boat 1 was in incredible condition but was equipped exactly as it came off the yard in 1976, no upgrades, no extras, and basically no sails. Boat 2 was equipped to head out to the Caribbean for a couple of years of cruising, instruments,

Re: Stus-List forward hatch 29-2

2013-02-28 Thread Graham Collins
Nope, but I would bet money it is from Atkins and Hoyle as they provided hatches for many C&Cs. Measure it and check their web site... Graham Collins Secret Plans C&C 35-III #11 On 2013-02-28 6:32 PM, Mike Cain wrote: Hi Listers, Does anyone have the name, rank for a replacement forward hatch

Re: Stus-List forward hatch 29-2

2013-02-28 Thread Joel Aronson
Atkins Hoyle Joel Aronson On Feb 28, 2013, at 5:32 PM, Mike Cain wrote: > Hi Listers, > > Does anyone have the name, rank for a replacement forward hatch on a 29 MK2 > circa '84? > ___ > This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album > http://www.cncp

Stus-List forward hatch 29-2

2013-02-28 Thread Mike Cain
Hi Listers, Does anyone have the name, rank for a replacement forward hatch on a 29 MK2 circa '84? ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - FS versus NFS

2013-02-28 Thread Rich Knowles
It's interesting to contemplate the notion of fairness in a competition replete with random inequalities and more inconsistencies than constants. Cruising sounds a lot more rewarding and less stressful than handicap racing these days. At least for an old duffer:) Rich Knowles Indigo. LF38 Halif

Stus-List PHRF ratings - FS versus NFS

2013-02-28 Thread Bob Hickson
PHRF-LO (Lake Ontario) has done a study of Flying and Non flying ratings and the spread between the two is adjusted for each type of boat. PHRF-LO has made a lot of changes to try to make the completion fair ... for instance in 2012 the add on for a fixed 2 bladed prop out of aperture was adjusted

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread Chuck S
I have genoa tracks that look bare also. Might try your idea? Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Atlantic City, NJ - Original Message - From: "Steve Thomas" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2013 7:20:28 AM Subject: Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improve

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Chuck S
New wire, new halyards, new light fixtures and LED bulbs, new VHF antenna, maybe. The new mast lights are better and you can add a deck light if you don't have one. Flag halyards for the spreaders? Check all hardware, rigging tangs, wire ferrels, swages, etc. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread dwight veinot
All good stuff so far Joe, you must be overwhelmed...is there anything else you could possibly do while your mast is out...maybe yes ...clean the outside of your nearly 40 year old mast and spreaders...easy enough to do and on the 30 lots of metal to work with...and with all the new lines it will r

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Andrew Burton
You'll probably have to change out the halyard sheaves as the wire will have chewed up the old ones, which won't work well for the new rope halyards. On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 1:46 PM, Joe at Zialater wrote: > The mast on my '75 30 MK1 is out of the boat while I rebuild the mast step. > > > So I

Re: Stus-List What is Stu's email address?

2013-02-28 Thread Joel Aronson
s...@cncphotoalbum.com On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 4:17 PM, Edd Schillay wrote: > All, > > Does anyone know Stu's email address? I was just looking at some of the > photos on the site and I can't believe I never sent him a shot of the > Enterprise to include on the C&C 37+ pages. > > All the best,

Stus-List What is Stu's email address?

2013-02-28 Thread Edd Schillay
All, Does anyone know Stu's email address? I was just looking at some of the photos on the site and I can't believe I never sent him a shot of the Enterprise to include on the C&C 37+ pages. All the best, Edd Edd M. Schillay Starship Enterpri

Re: Stus-List PROP SIZE

2013-02-28 Thread Alan Bergen
You want the maximum diameter that will still leave the tips of the prop about two inches away from the hull. The pitch is determined by how fast you can run the engine. With the right pitch, you should be able to run the engine at max rated rpm at full throttle. If you can run it higher than ma

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Gary Nylander
The comment on the sheaves needing replacement - look at them - you may only need to dress them down a little - I didn't do any on my 1980 30-1 and have no problems (but that was about 18 years ago, so my sheaves have a lot less wear than yours) - I am using T900 for the main and Sta-set X plus

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Alan Bergen
Check all your wiring. My boat had zip cord for masthead and deck lights. I replaced the wires with marine grade wires. Alan Bergen C&C 35 Mk III Thirsty Rose City YC Portland, OR ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncpho

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Pat Nevitt
Don't be spring loaded to changing the halyard sheaves. I changed out the old wire-to-rope to all rope on my '84 29-2 and the sheaves were just fine. You ought to take a hard look at the angle the new lines will exit the mast in relation to the headstay though as the clearance might be very tight

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread Andrew Burton
If they are designed for climbing, Joel, you can bet they can take large loads! Thanks for the tip. One thing I try not to do is use them without a backup in situations where if they break a sheet can take out your lifelines and stanchions. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 2:54 PM,

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread Joel Aronson
You can get high-tech loops at REI for less than $10. each. Search Spectra loops or Dyneema loops on their website. I've never used them for large loads, but they are great for clipping the spinnaker bag to the bow rail, babystay to the mast etc. Joel 35/3 On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 2:10 PM, Marti

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Martin DeYoung
When I rewired Calypso's mast I ran a PVC pipe (pop riveted in place) to protect the wires / cables / coax. 12 years and +- 6,000 miles later it is still in place with no rattles. I drilled the pop rivet holes near other access points and used stiff wire (high grade coat hanger type) to pull t

Stus-List PROP SIZE

2013-02-28 Thread Alex Giannelia
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Re: Stus-List Water Pump delayed start

2013-02-28 Thread Rich Knowles
Great. Not trying to be a nuisance! I thought you had found the problem. Jabsco will likely ask the same questions. Let us know what happens. Rich Knowles Indigo. LF38 Halifax On 2013-02-28, at 15:26, "Terry" wrote: Rich, I received several potential issues that I need to check out. Air in th

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Dennis C.
Dye check the fittings on the shrouds Inspect all tangs, cotter keys, nuts, bolts and spreader brackets. Remove, inspect and lube all sheaves. Check them for excessive "wobble" on their shafts. Dennis C. Touché 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA Sent from my iPhone On Feb 28, 2013, at 12:46 PM, "Joe

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Sam Salter
I had my 1977 mast down last winter and rebuilt it. If it's a 1975 I'd check the top sheaves. Especially if your going all rope. I got new custom sheaves made here (Port Townsend): http://www.zephyrwerks.com/ $38 a sheave! I also took the opportunity to fit a spinnaker crane while it was down -

Re: Stus-List Water Pump delayed start

2013-02-28 Thread Terry
Rich, I received several potential issues that I need to check out. Air in the lines, accumulator issues, possible wiring. I will look into all of them, and if all else fails, I will call Jabsco. I may call Jabsco first. ...Terry From: Rich Knowles Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2013 10:45 AM To

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Edd Schillay
Agree as to the Tacktick instruments. Great price and wireless. Also suggest the installation of spreader lights, if you don't already have them -- or at least run the wires so you can add them in the future if you want to. And messenger lines would be a great tool for running wires, halyards

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Joel Aronson
Also, on a 30 foot boat you don't need expensive high-tech line. With the sail up your mail halyard is probably only 40-45 feet long if it runs to the cabin top. I've got 7/16 VPC on my 35. Joel 35/3 On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 1:49 PM, Andrew Burton wrote: > You'll probably have to change out the

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread Martin DeYoung
? clipped to webbing or rope loops through the anodized toerails to avoid scratches < Great idea. It is a little late for the existing coating as the prior 43 years of racing and cruising have done the damage. If I am able to recoat the toerail I will use it. I can visualize webbing hig

Re: Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Joel Aronson
Joe, I'd seriously consider rewiring and replacing the antenna and cable. My recollection is that C&C used non-marine wire in the mast. I put in a Ray/TackTick wireless wind instrument. Works great, but it requires an interface device to talk to the chartplotter and autopilot. Joel 35/3 The Off

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread Andrew Burton
On the Swans that I deliver, blocks, etc are clipped to webbing or rope loops through the anodized toerails to avoid scratches. I plan to do the same thing on the C&C. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 1:14 PM, Martin DeYoung wrote: > > > Calypso’s holey rail (toe rail) has f

Stus-List Mast is down - what to do?

2013-02-28 Thread Joe at Zialater
The mast on my '75 30 MK1 is out of the boat while I rebuild the mast step. So I plan to replace those nasty old wire halyards with some high tech stuff. I will also replace the bulb in my tri-color mast head light with an LCD. I would like to get a wind instrument as well, but I have not foun

Re: Stus-List Water Pump delayed start

2013-02-28 Thread Rich Knowles
So what happened? Rich Knowles Indigo. LF38 Halifax On 2013-02-28, at 14:07, "Terry" wrote: Hi, I would like to thank everyone for their comments regarding the water pump issue. It was very helpful...Terry Johnson From: Bill Coleman Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2013 5:53 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-

Re: Stus-List Water Pump delayed start

2013-02-28 Thread Alan Bergen
Terry: I haven't been following this thread, but you might try connecting the pump directly to your battery. If it starts right away, you have a wiring problem. Alan Bergen C&C 35 Mk III Thirsty Rose City YC Portland, OR ___ This List is provi

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread Martin DeYoung
Calypso's holey rail (toe rail) has faded/corroded to the point that light surface treatments will not bring back the luster. (20+ of the 43 years have been in salt water.) It is beyond the scope of our "in the water" repairs to remove the toe rails and have them re-anodized. I read somewhere

Re: Stus-List Water Pump delayed start

2013-02-28 Thread Terry
Hi, I would like to thank everyone for their comments regarding the water pump issue. It was very helpful...Terry Johnson From: Bill Coleman Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2013 5:53 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Water Pump delayed start Is it possible that the water is leak

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Dennis C.
We used to have fundraiser regattas where the boats bought seconds.  That was always fun.   To stimulate giving, sponsors donated stuff.  Buy a bottle of Bombay rum, get 21 seconds, etc. We raced Touche' at a PHRF rating of 333 one race.  Cost me a ton of $$$ and we didn't win but it raised a

Re: Stus-List Sailmakers

2013-02-28 Thread jim aridas
Bill,A little late, but my main from north is NorLam which I think they call Radian now. Its sailed for 5 seasons now and looks great.4 battens, 2 full 2 partial. cross cutjim Date: Sun, 24 Feb 2013 10:30:23 -0600 From: wstrie...@cableone.net To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Sai

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Tim Goodyear
I would lend my support to the +15 seconds to their spinnaker rating for non-spinnaker boats (unless an allowance was already given for asym only). The PHRFNE standard is +12 seconds, but it is not usually enough on windward / leeward courses. I'd think +15 would be good for you considering the d

Re: Stus-List Considering a New Genoa

2013-02-28 Thread jim aridas
Tom,For 1350, seems really cheap. Honestly how does the sail look, or work?Wonder if they do .75 oz. Hey for that money I wouldn't be that upset when the crew punches a hole in it, compared to a new sail from the big guysNorth, UK, Haarstik, etcJim Galaxy 34' Date: Sun, 24 Feb 2013 10:10:57 -0

Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Kim Brown
FWIW West Florida PHRF uses a 26 sec non-spin offset (in our light air downwind work can be slw for a non-spinn boat). Though the classes rarely race against each other and the only impact tends to be in small races or some regattas looking to score some sort of overall. Since this is a dist

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread cenelson
As a PHRF racer, I realize that assigning a single rating for a boat sailing in various conditions of wind, waves, etc. is a very poor substitute for a more complicated and more expensive solution such as IRC, etc. etc. Adding modifications to this single number to account for sail configuratio

Re: Stus-List tips

2013-02-28 Thread djhaug...@juno.com
I guess the only downside to buying one already equipped is the workmanship that went in to equip it. If it was all just hacked it then it may be more trouble and more work to clean up than having to install it right the first time. I don't know how many times I've said "what the F?#% was this

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Gary Nylander
Rick, to clarify, PHRF of the Chesapeake does not have the NS and S boats in the same class with different ratings. They have a different NS rating for boats which have something about their spinnaker which makes it different than a 'stock' boat. So, the J-24 that I raced, which had a masthead

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Gary Nylander
Rick, there is no fair way. I am the messenger from the area that has both 10 and 15% adjustments. Neither is perfect, and the deviation from perfect depends on the wind. Our Wednesday racers give a 10% adjustment for no spin. Our venue (you've been here, so you know) is a long, rather narrow r

Re: Stus-List Water Pump delayed start

2013-02-28 Thread Bill Coleman
Is it possible that the water is leaking back to the tank, so it has to fill the lines again, possibly even re-priming the pump? Bill Coleman C&C 39 animated_favicon1 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Burton Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 9:13 PM

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Rick Brass
Just for clarification, the race in question is a middle distance (about 16 nm) pursuit race run on a course that has 8 legs of varying lengths and directions. Last year we had a fleet of 37 PHRF boats that ranged from a Farrier 31 tri at 59 to a Menger 18 catboat at 330+. The 6 boats in the spin

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Rick Brass
We do that, too, Dwight. We call it the "Lottery Race" and have offered it on the second day of racing. One start for all boats participating. Each boat draws a scratch off lottery ticket out of a hat at the cookout after the race, with the order of drawing the ticket being the reverse order o

Re: Stus-List Regarding 2 cents worth

2013-02-28 Thread Hoyt, Mike
utfitted, > you'll save a ton of money. > > My $0.02 > > Colin > __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 8060 (20130228) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com ___

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Hoyt, Mike
A lot of areas use +12 for no spin. Some use +12 for no spin on fractional rigs and +18 on masthead. Some even go as far as +18 on all. Pick a number and go with it. If it is a light wind day likely the spin boats will win. If it is windier than maybe the non spin Have a fun race. A lot o

Stus-List Regarding 2 cents worth

2013-02-28 Thread Ron's Hardwood
Colin. Regarding your 2 cents worth: In Canada pennies are being phased out. Anything that is 1 or 2 cents gets rounded down. Anything 3 or 4 cents gets rounded up. So basically your 2 cents worth is now zero, Nada, zilch, worthless, etc. I just thought that I would clarify that for you.

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-28 Thread Steve Thomas
Since the original anodised finish consists of dye (and pigment?) adhering to oxide formed on the surface of the aluminum, a permanent black magic marker might help to restore some of the colour. The only tricky thing might be if you were to follow this with a wax product that uses alcohol as a

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Josh Muckley
Agreed Dwight. I can't envision a way that this would turn out well. Seems like you need two fleets or a course that has little or no downwind legs. You could also just say no handicap for non-spin or just not allow any spinnakers. I'm thinking very few, short, downwind legs is the best answer i

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread dwight veinot
Sounds like your trophy winners will be determined by the math you use.OK if everyone understands and accepts that.Spinnaker boats and non spinnaker boats in the same race is about as bad as racing gets IMHO.might as well all just go sailing and draw numbers for the trophies Dwight Veinot C&C