Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bruno Lachance
Bill, Call Diesel Bec in Montréal. They have the best tech service and inventory. Bruno Lachance Bécassine C&C 33 mkII Envoyé de mon iPad > Le 2013-10-22 à 14:48, "Bill Connon" a écrit : > > Group, > > On haulout this year I noticed water drops from the seawater pump. I changed > the bearin

Re: Stus-List keel swap

2013-10-22 Thread Chuck S
I doubt anyone else would trade you a keel. Possible, but not very likely. I changed our keel, Mars Metals took my old keel in trade and saved me thousands of dollars. They cast me a new beautiful one . The total cost including pulling mast, labor to remove old keel, ship to Canada, cast new ke

Re: Stus-List mounting sprit on the deck

2013-10-22 Thread j...@svpaws.net
This will be an interesting thread. The tack point is always a marvel of boatyard engineering so I can't wait to get some ideas. John Sent from my iPad > On Oct 22, 2013, at 8:36 PM, "Pete Shelquist" > wrote: > > I’m exploring the idea of mounting a sprit on my foredeck for flying an asym.

Re: Stus-List Halyards moved to keel

2013-10-22 Thread j...@svpaws.net
You might want to have a chat with the folks at Mars Metals. They may have a more modern take on the keel design if you want to go deep. Cost vs. someone's old castaway keel is a different animal of course. John Sent from my iPad > On Oct 22, 2013, at 9:31 PM, niall buckley wrote: > > Hel

Re: Stus-List Halyards

2013-10-22 Thread niall buckley
Hello Harold, I'm new to this Group so, don't know the format exactly. I changed to high tech lines on all my halyards over the past few years. My perceived advantages are as follows: less weight aloft (considerable, maybe equivalent to a man on the rail), much nicer on the hands if you need to ha

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Rich Knowles
Based on personal experience with both my and others' boats, it's the first thing I look for. There is not much holding the insert in the rubber. Rich > On Oct 22, 2013, at 21:16, "Jake Brodersen" wrote: > > Rich, > > That happened to me at Screwpile this summer. I was able to change the >

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Rich Knowles
Double check the impeller. Jabsco has a wide variety of impellers for all sorts of pumps. Rich > On Oct 22, 2013, at 20:23, Bill Connon wrote: > > Rich Knowles wrote: >> There is a possibility that the rubber impeller has detached from the metal >> drive insert and is spinning while the impe

Re: Stus-List mounting sprit on the deck

2013-10-22 Thread Martin DeYoung
Sailing Anarchy's sailing forum has a thread going on a closely related topic. Look for "Asymmetrics on standard poles..." or something similar. This thread seemed to have an unusual amount of useful info for a SA topic. Part way through the thread there are some pictures of articulating sprit

Stus-List mounting sprit on the deck

2013-10-22 Thread Pete Shelquist
I'm exploring the idea of mounting a sprit on my foredeck for flying an asym. Anyone been down that road? One major concern I have is making sure the deck is strong enough for the load. Using this as a source of information: http://fortecarbon.com/marine/bow-poles-sprits/ Thanks, Pe

Re: Stus-List Centerboard models

2013-10-22 Thread Jake Brodersen
Joel, I rate 123 with the keel version. Lucky me!!! Here on the Chesapeake we have a wing keel 35-3 that rates 138 (Dogwood Bark) and a centerboard model that also rates 138 (Beyond the Sea). Jake From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent:

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Jake Brodersen
Rich, That happened to me at Screwpile this summer. I was able to change the impeller on the way in from the race and had the engine ready for use when we got near the dock. And no, I don't change the impeller every year. This one was probably five years old. Jake Jake Brodersen C&C 35 Mk-III

Re: Stus-List Halyards

2013-10-22 Thread Jake Brodersen
Harold, I swapped halyards to all rope because I race and the old ones were getting a bit ratty. Those wire halyards weigh a lot more than you think. Can I feel the difference? Not sure, but I know I had a positive effect on stability. Less weight aloft. The wire/rope sheaves are OK for al

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Wally Bryant
you wrote: Corn cobs? Do we get to hear that story? I presume it involves large quantities of tequila or rum? Actually it involves Homesteading when Iowa was the Wild Wild West. see: Although, actually, toilet paper

Re: Stus-List Oil Change - Yanmar 3GMF

2013-10-22 Thread Jake Brodersen
Jonathan, I get about the same. The oil pan traps some in the aft end if the engine is not level (and we know it's not). I try to move the pickup tube around to get as much as I can. My engine is pretty happy after 26 years of service. Jake Jake Brodersen C&C 35 Mk-III Midnight M

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Wally Bryant
you wrote: Corn cobs? Do we get to hear that story? I presume it involves large quantities of tequila or rum? Actually it involves Homesteading when Iowa was the Wild Wild West. see: Although, actually, toilet paper

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Dennis C.
Try Depco Pumps.  I've replaced Yanmar pumps from them before.  Go here: Go to pages 124-126.  That's where you'll find the Yanmar pumps and part numbers.  Just type 124 in the "pages" box and hit the return key. You might call

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bill Connon
Alan Bergen wrote: These are the numbers I got from the local Yanmar dealer for the 3GMF (not the 3GM30F although they might be the same): Water Pump 721575-42000 Water Pump Gasket 124223-42110 Water Pump Impeller 124223-42091 Make sure your water strainer cover is attached correctly. If

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bill Connon
Gary Nylander wrote: Also check the inside of the engine. I began having overheating problems a couple of years ago (just once in a while). Chased everything through the system and could not find a problem. Finally (after having done it before) I took off the square headed 'bolt' which holds t

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bill Connon
Steve Thomas wrote: Yup, seen that detachment thing happen with a brand new impeller. Brand name part too, not some no-name that "fits" xx. Had to get towed by a power boat... Steve A power boat. That must have been embarrassing! Bill ___ This Li

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bill Connon
Rich Knowles wrote: There is a possibility that the rubber impeller has detached from the metal drive insert and is spinning while the impeller either doesn't move or only turns slowly. Check the Jabsco website for impellers. Rich Rich, I took out the impeller that was getting weak and put

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bill Connon
Prime Interest wrote: Since you are able to get some pumping action when using the drill I would concentrate on the water supply or discharge side of the pump or something wrong with the impellor key-way. It would have to be a significant gasket or cover problem to let enough water bypassing to c

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Martin DeYoung
Calypso's black water installation has vented loops on the discharge hoses which a routed above the water line. I did not put one in the flushing water supply but I am considering adding one. A note on hoses. Buy the best smooth bore hose available (I used Trident), route to avoid pooling, an

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bill Connon
Indigo wrote: My impeller part number is Yanmar 124223-42092 and the gasket is Yanmar 124223-42110. I have never had to replace the cover or cam, so I don't have those part numbers. Jonathan Indigo 35 III (with 3GMF) Not sure where you are located but Mike in the parts department at Rex Marine

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread djhaug...@juno.com
So no vented loop? just straight to a tank? what stops things from wanting to go back through the joker valve? -- Original Message -- From: Wally Bryant To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system. Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 22:22:25 + Ma

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bill Connon
Joel Aronson wrote: Try looking here: http://j30.us/files/yanmar-manual.pdf or http://l-36.com/read_pdf.php?file=manuals4/Documentation/Yanmar/GM-HM_WorkshopManual&title='Yanmar:%20GM-HM_WorkshopManual%20-%20Yanmar%20diesel%20inbord%20shop%20manual,%20one,%20two%20and%20three%20cylinders%20engin

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2013-10-22 Thread Jerome Tauber
Kiwi props is way ahead of the traditional metal props. They are composite and use an advanced design but may be too big for a 26. Check their web sites. Prices are lower. Jerry 27mkv www.kiwiprops.co.nz/cms/index.php Sent from my iPhone On Oct 22, 2013, at 6:15 PM, dwight veinot wrote: >

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread David Knecht
Corn cobs?  Do we get to hear that story?  I presume it involves large quantities of tequila or rum?  On Oct 22, 2013, at 6:22 PM, Wally Bryant wrote:Martin wrote:All output of the head goes directly into the holding tank.  From there we can pump out at a dock or use a macerator

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Wally Bryant
Martin wrote: All output of the head goes directly into the holding tank. From there we can pump out at a dock or use a macerator type pump overboard. We put in two vents, one each side of the boat to be sure the KO brand (now sold by Raritan) holding tank treatment had plenty of air. In ov

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2013-10-22 Thread dwight veinot
I would go with Flexofold on a C&C 26 On Sat, Oct 19, 2013 at 9:21 PM, Sam Salter wrote: > This winters project is a folding/feathering prop. > I've just sent off inquiries to: > Flexofold > Max Prop > Slipstream > > Anyone got any comments/observations/likes/dislikes. > Any experience good or

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2013-10-22 Thread Chuck S
Do not find any vibration with our two blade MaxProp. The vibration rumor about two blade props used to be common when the prop was behind a keel or inside a rudder aperture. Typical boats with attached rudders; Luders, older Sparkman and Stevens, 1970's Pearsons, etc. Supposedly the blades wo

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2013-10-22 Thread Wally Bryant
Sam - I was all set to rave about my Autostream feathering prop, then noticed from other posts that we're talking about a 26 foot boat. My Autostream looks big and clunky on my 38 foot boat, and I don't know if they make a smaller sized unit for smaller shafts. It would be worth a call, if yo

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Alan Bergen
These are the numbers I got from the local Yanmar dealer for the 3GMF (not the 3GM30F although they might be the same): Water Pump 721575-42000 Water Pump Gasket 124223-42110 Water Pump Impeller 124223-42091 Make sure your water strainer cover is attached correctly. If it's not on straight

Re: Stus-List Oil Change - Yanmar 3GMF

2013-10-22 Thread Chuck S
I like the double change method My Universal M4-30 has a hose connected to the oil pan drain. The hose has a threaded ferrule on the end with a threaded brass plug. The end of the plug has a small hole thu the solid part and I use to tie wrapp to secure the hose end for safety I simply connect

Re: Stus-List Centerboard models

2013-10-22 Thread Joel Aronson
I stand corrected: NE ratings: 35/3 Keel 114 C/B 123 On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 4:31 PM, wrote: > I am a little surprised that the cb model has the same PHRF as non-cb. At > least with my 90s era keel/cb vs the fin keel, we rate a higher. Further, > in a reasonable breeze (>6-8 knots), we point

Re: Stus-List Centerboard models

2013-10-22 Thread cenelson
I am a little surprised that the cb model has the same PHRF as non-cb. At least with my 90s era keel/cb vs the fin keel, we rate a higher. Further, in a reasonable breeze (>6-8 knots), we point with all the go fast boats with the board down and good sails. Downwind, we hold our own in such bre

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Gary Nylander
Also check the inside of the engine. I began having overheating problems a couple of years ago (just once in a while). Chased everything through the system and could not find a problem. Finally (after having done it before) I took off the square headed 'bolt' which holds the forward zinc - doubt

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Steve Thomas
Yup, seen that detachment thing happen with a brand new impeller. Brand name part too, not some no-name that "fits" xx. Had to get towed by a power boat... Steve -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com]On Behalf Of Rich Knowles Sent: Tuesday, October 22,

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Rich Knowles
There is a possibility that the rubber impeller has detached from the metal drive insert and is spinning while the impeller either doesn't move or only turns slowly. Check the Jabsco website for impellers. Rich > On Oct 22, 2013, at 16:29, "Indigo" wrote: > > My impeller part number is Yanma

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Prime Interest
Since you are able to get some pumping action when using the drill I would concentrate on the water supply or discharge side of the pump or something wrong with the impellor key-way. It would have to be a significant gasket or cover problem to let enough water bypassing to cause a total discharge f

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Indigo
My impeller part number is Yanmar 124223-42092 and the gasket is Yanmar 124223-42110. I have never had to replace the cover or cam, so I don't have those part numbers. Jonathan Indigo 35 III (with 3GMF) Not sure where you are located but Mike in the parts department at Rex Marine in Norwalk CT

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Andrew Burton
Never mind; mine is an HM Andy Peregrine C&C 40 On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 3:09 PM, Joel Aronson wrote: > Try looking here: > > http://j30.us/files/yanmar-manual.pdf or > > http://l-36.com/read_pdf.php?file=manuals4/Documentation/Yanmar/GM-HM_WorkshopManual&title='Yanmar:%20GM-HM_WorkshopManual%20-

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Joel Aronson
Try looking here: http://j30.us/files/yanmar-manual.pdf or http://l-36.com/read_pdf.php?file=manuals4/Documentation/Yanmar/GM-HM_WorkshopManual&title='Yanmar:%20GM-HM_WorkshopManual%20-%20Yanmar%20diesel%20inbord%20shop%20manual,%20one,%20two%20and%20three%20cylinders%20engines(1GMxx,%202GMxx,%203

Re: Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Andrew Burton
On mine from 1981, it's a Jabsco pump # 2760-0001 and the cover and gasket numbers are 12066- and 1189- If you're talking about the belt driven pump mounted on the engine. Andy Peregrine C&C 40 On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 2:47 PM, Bill Connon wrote: > Group, > > On haulout this year I notic

Re: Stus-List Halyards - now 35-3 FK vs K/CB

2013-10-22 Thread Dennis C.
Rate the same?  H. Only one 35-3 in my PHRF area (a FK) now but when there were both versions, they were rated differently.  My 35-1 owed the K/CB but the 35-3 FK owed me.  Don't recall the differentials. Remember we usually held our time on the FK version both buoy and distance racing.  T

Stus-List Part numbers for 3GMF seawater pump

2013-10-22 Thread Bill Connon
Group, On haulout this year I noticed water drops from the seawater pump. I changed the bearings and seal and afterwards the pump would no longer self prime. I changed the impeller and was able to pump water using a 600 RPM half inch drill but the boat motor would not self prime and pump anti

Re: Stus-List Halyards

2013-10-22 Thread Joel Aronson
Harold, I switched to all rope (VPC) using the same sheaves with no issues over 2 seasons. If weight were an issue I would go with Dyneema with a cover for the clutch. The PHRF ratings are the same for the 2 models. I've never sailed against a c/b model. (I need to race Chef Dave next year!) I

Re: Stus-List Oil Change - Yanmar 3GMF

2013-10-22 Thread Martin DeYoung
I use the vacuum oil sucker on several diesel engines including my Cummins powered pickup truck (12 qt change). To remove as much old oil as possible I feed a flexible small diameter suction tube down the dipstick tube until I feel the bottom of the oil pan. It may take a few tries to be sure

Stus-List Halyards

2013-10-22 Thread patricia barkley-higginbottom
Have wire to rope halyards exclusively on my 35-3 1986 . What are the disadvantages, since it seems most people , when they have to , change to rope of various types. One I can think of is end to ending when there is wear, and also less weight aloft, although how much difference that makes on a

Re: Stus-List Oil Change - Yanmar 3GMF

2013-10-22 Thread Joel Aronson
Doesn't the stated capacity include the oil in the filter? Joel 35/3 Annapolis On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 1:49 PM, Fair, Mike wrote: > Same thing happens with my Volvo 30HP too. > > ** ** > > Mike Fair > > ** ** > > *From:* CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] *On Behalf Of *

Re: Stus-List Oil Change - Yanmar 3GMF

2013-10-22 Thread Rich Knowles
There is always oil trapped in the filter element and in the oil distribution system that will detract from the listed capacity. Rich > On Oct 22, 2013, at 14:49, "Fair, Mike" wrote: > > Same thing happens with my Volvo 30HP too. > > Mike Fair > > From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@c

Re: Stus-List Oil Change - Yanmar 3GMF

2013-10-22 Thread Fair, Mike
Same thing happens with my Volvo 30HP too. Mike Fair From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Indigo Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 1:38 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Oil Change - Yanmar 3GMF Question for anyone who does their own oil change - specifi

Stus-List Oil Change - Yanmar 3GMF

2013-10-22 Thread Indigo
Question for anyone who does their own oil change - specifically on a 3GMF engine Last year, frustrated with the lack of success / major effort in using a cheapie vacuum pump. I splashed out for the 12v electric pump with bucket to make changing the oil easier. Although I am made sure th

Re: Stus-List Severed main halyard

2013-10-22 Thread Indigo
A (relatively) small investment in messenger lines and a little time at the beginning and end of the season to replace all my halyards has reaped huge benefits - just from minimizing UV damage! I buy all my halyards with a reeving splice to make the job of switching them out even easier. Jonat

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2013-10-22 Thread Martin DeYoung
Ø … has a 3 blade feathering or folding prop on a boat as small… < I had a 3 blade MAX Prop on a Ericson 30+ (2 cylinder diesel) back in the early 80’s. The boat was in a timeshare lease program here in the PNW. For me the three blade extra expense paid off in two ways. My timeshare customer

Re: Stus-List "free" c&c 26

2013-10-22 Thread Andrew Burton
poor little boat. It deserves to loved once again. On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 1:04 PM, Stevan Plavsa wrote: > Haunted by the "ghost of broken dreams" or possibly, "the spirit of unpaid > slip fees" .. > > > > On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 12:21 PM, Lisa Lias wrote: > >> I've seen boats in worse shape th

Re: Stus-List "free" c&c 26

2013-10-22 Thread Stevan Plavsa
Haunted by the "ghost of broken dreams" or possibly, "the spirit of unpaid slip fees" .. On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 12:21 PM, Lisa Lias wrote: > I've seen boats in worse shape that weren't free. Is it haunted? > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Oct 22, 2013, at 12:04 PM, Stevan Plavsa > wrote: > > F

Re: Stus-List Season's Over

2013-10-22 Thread Pete Shelquist
I can attest to the biological barrenness. Haven't caught a fish in 10 years, though it could be operator error. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Frederick G Street Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 11:35 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-

Re: Stus-List Season's Over

2013-10-22 Thread Frederick G Street
Eeewww… looks like lots of runoff. Makes me glad that Lake Superior is considered biologically barren ("oligotrophic") due to the low water temps… :^) Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C&C Landfall 38) -- on the hard in Bayfield, WI :^( On Oct 21, 2013, at 7:52 PM, bobmor99 . w

Re: Stus-List "free" c&c 26

2013-10-22 Thread Lisa Lias
I've seen boats in worse shape that weren't free. Is it haunted? Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 22, 2013, at 12:04 PM, Stevan Plavsa wrote: > > For anyone that might be interested: > > http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-sailboats-1977-C-C-26-W0QQAdIdZ534839441 > > Not sur

Stus-List "free" c&c 26

2013-10-22 Thread Stevan Plavsa
For anyone that might be interested: http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-sailboats-1977-C-C-26-W0QQAdIdZ534839441 Not sure if that's a typo or not but it sounds like the owner needs to get rid of it. Steve Suhana, C&C 32 Toronto _

Re: Stus-List Heads and halyards

2013-10-22 Thread Stevan Plavsa
I replaced my stainless tank and I can attest to the fact that stainless is not a good material for a waste holding tank. You are also misinformed if you believe the odours to be caused by the material of the tank. Oxygen, oxygen and more oxygen. Before you embark on the costly project of purchasin

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Stevan Plavsa
erm .. "berth" On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 11:27 AM, Stevan Plavsa wrote: > I'm not the expert on sanitation system design so you should probably > consult Peggy Hall, Nigel Calder or Don Casey's books. I can share my > design but it's by no means a professional opinion and only worth what > you're

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Stevan Plavsa
I'm not the expert on sanitation system design so you should probably consult Peggy Hall, Nigel Calder or Don Casey's books. I can share my design but it's by no means a professional opinion and only worth what you're paying for it :) I'm on the great lakes, no overboard discharge so my requiremen

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2013-10-22 Thread Steve Thomas
Sam, The original prop was a Michigan Wheel fixed 2 blade, and there was no remarkable change in vibration either way when the Gori was installed. It might have been better, prop mass is more central to the shaft, but it would take some sort of measurement instrument to tell for certain

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2013-10-22 Thread Jim Watts
According to rumour, PYI told someone that the 2-blade MaxProp can cause some vibration issues between the tip of the prop blade and the flat on the bottom of the bustle on some C&C's. This is probably what is happening with ours, since it is smooth as silk at some RPM's and will vibrate the fillin

Re: Stus-List Reply - Spar Crane - Now, sorry folks wrong recipient

2013-10-22 Thread djhaug...@juno.com
oops...I I sent this to the wrong address -- Original Message -- From: "djhaug...@juno.com" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Reply - Spar Crane Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2013 15:11:37 GMT Hi Damien,How was your season? It was WAY too short! I just asked for a haul out

Re: Stus-List Heads and halyards

2013-10-22 Thread Frederick G Street
John -- just curious why you're going with stainless over HDPE. Do you think it'll smell less? I seem to recall that the conventional wisdom dictated against using stainless, as the waste is so corrosive it'll attack the welds and they'll eventually fail. Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceani

Stus-List Severed main halyard

2013-10-22 Thread Ken Rodmell
While not addressing David¹s question, this might be of interest. This is a warning to anyone who stores the mast on racks over the winter. Last spring while preparing the mast, I noticed fluff at the halyard exit. Upon further examination, I found that the rope tails on both my main and genoa hal

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2013-10-22 Thread Bob Hickson
The link takes you to the flexofold web site. Scrolling down the page you will find a report "The Ultimate Propeller Test" http://www.flexofold.com/test-results/ This test was done by Yachting Monthly in the UK. The report is getting a bit old but it is certainly worth reading. Some of the

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread djhaug...@juno.com
Steve,Great info! got any pictures or diagrams? I am considering the mock up. I think you're right, it is the only way to make sure it will fit. I'm seeing all kinds of diagrams on line. Some have a loop and some do not. One guy claims he had a tank made by ronco in which he had the inlet

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Steve Thomas
I just Googled it. http://www.plastic-mart.com/ Steve Thomas C&C27 MKIII Port Stanley, ON -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com]On Behalf Of Richard N. Bush Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2013 10:07 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List New H

Stus-List Heads and halyards

2013-10-22 Thread Maturo, John
9? 3 blade - $2400 > > > > sam :-) > > C&C 26 Liquorice > > Ghost Lake Alberta > > > From: Steve Thomas > Sent: ?October? ?21?, ?2013 ?6?:?18? ?AM > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props > > > > Sam

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Richard N. Bush
Steve, what's the contact info for Plastic-Mart? Thanks Richard 1985 33-II Richard N. Bush Law Offices 2950 Breckenridge Lane, Suite 9 Louisville, Kentucky 40220 502-584-7255 -Original Message- From: Stevan Plavsa To: cnc-list Sent: Tue, Oct 22, 2013 8:34 am Subject: Re: Stus-Li

Re: Stus-List Severed main halyard -- speculation?

2013-10-22 Thread David Paine
Back stay cotter pin sounds like a good thought. I'll pull out the binoculars and see what I can see. On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 7:39 AM, Gary Nylander wrote: > ** > You may want to look for an offending cotter pin (key to some). My tangs > from the mast top fitting to the fore and back stays are

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread Stevan Plavsa
My original tank was made by Kracor. I just went through this exercise last season. The kracor tank for my boat is still available from Kracor but they wanted $700 plus shipping .. and shipping to Canada would have been over $100. Ok. Next option? I had removed the old stainless holding tank (some

Re: Stus-List Severed main halyard -- speculation?

2013-10-22 Thread Gary Nylander
You may want to look for an offending cotter pin (key to some). My tangs from the mast top fitting to the fore and back stays are so close to the exit of the halyards that I have to install the cotter pins upside down (the 'head' on the low side and the tails upward) so the tails don't chafe the

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread djhaug...@juno.com
I'm not really sure what the banana would do... Lol I have thought about the porta potty and then thought the composting toilet would have been a better idea. I'm still not completely convinced that it isn't. It is an easy install and for the amount of time we need it, it may well be a good

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

2013-10-22 Thread djhaug...@juno.com
Bill, Thanks for the offer. I'm thinking that may be a bit too small for us as well... Danny T-Mobile. America’s First Nationwide 4G Network - Reply message - From: "Bill Coleman" To: Subject: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system. Date: Mon, Oct 21, 2013 5:02 pm I have a 9 Gal