Re: Stus-List Prop nut

I can't get mine off, any ideas? On Tue, Mar 1, 2016 at 5:45 PM, Dennis C. via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > In my experience, propeller nuts should not be overly tight. They should > be firmly snugged. If the hole for the cotter key doesn't line up, a new > hole should be drilled

Re: Stus-List Window Replacement

Thanks Fred, Dave and everyone else who provided insights from when they dealt with these same issues. Much appreciated Dave Saltaire C 33 Mk3 Bristol, RI - Original Message - From: Frederick G Street via CnC-List To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Frederick G Street

Stus-List Window Replacement

I used a very stiff 'putty knife' which I filed to a sharp edge.slowly went around each window from the inside tapping the putty knife with a rubber hammer. I got 3 of the windows out with no problems..didn't break any gelcoat. Then the last window, the putty knife wouldn't cut out

Re: Stus-List : Running cable in the mast

Graham, I had what looked like original equipment conduit (it fit onto a channel at the back of the luff groove) on Mojito. Thanks, Tim > On Mar 1, 2016, at 8:51 PM, Graham Collins via CnC-List > wrote: > > And if you replace the lights with LED versions you can

Re: Stus-List Do I need a new coat of bottom paint?

You can probably get away without. You may grow more slime and soft growth near the waterline. You may get a few more barnacles by the end of the year. I would consider diving the bottom sometime in late July. Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C 37+ Solomons, MD On Mar 1, 2016 9:38 PM, "Ryan

Stus-List Running cable in the mast

Graham: I know there is no conduit of the wires in my mast...thus wire slaphowever, in two places in my mast I have slipped plastic tie wraps around the wires to greatly reduce the incidence of noisenot perfect but better. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - 84 Halifax, N.S. On 2016-03-01 9:51

Re: Stus-List Do I need a new coat of bottom paint?

Ryan, Based on the photos, I would. Even if it looked good, unless you know it's a multi-season paint, the anti-fouling properties may be gone. Do you know what's on there? Do you know what paint can go over it? All the best, Edd --- Edd M. Schillay Starship

Re: Stus-List Rudder crack C 25

If it was foam cored you'd be excited to pay $4k+ for someone else to put up with that hassle. What a job! Josh On Mar 1, 2016 7:39 PM, "Mark McMenamy via CnC-List" wrote: > Rick, > > Thanks for the info. That makes perfect sense. The surveyor said the > lower gudgeon

Re: Stus-List Do I need a new coat of bottom paint?

Forgot to say - I sail New York City to NJ. Boat will spend the summer in salt water and will be hauled in the fall. On Tue, Mar 1, 2016 at 9:19 PM, Ryan Doyle wrote: > Hey all, > > Just wanted to get your opinions on whether it's necessary to do a bottom > paint job on

Re: Stus-List : Running cable in the mast

Graham, I have conduit running to the foredeck/steaming light and also another run all the way to the masthead. I ran new instrument wires last year. I used the old ones to pull the new one through the mast. Worked like a charm. Jake Jake Brodersen C 35 Mk-III "Midnight

Stus-List Do I need a new coat of bottom paint?

Hey all, Just wanted to get your opinions on whether it's necessary to do a bottom paint job on my boat before launch this year. I just bought the boat in October, so I'm not sure the last time it was done. I'd rather spend the money on some other things this season, but if it's a must, I'll do

Re: Stus-List : Running cable in the mast

And if you replace the lights with LED versions you can probably go down a wire size - so less stuff in the conduit. Anyone know if the mast on a 35-3 has a conduit in it? I suspect not, but have not actually looked. And I get lots of wire slap. Graham Collins Secret Plans C 35-III #11 On

Re: Stus-List : Running cable in the mast

In my opinion, when you find 30-year old lamp cord, replace it before it fails or worse yet, shorts out your electrical system. My bilge pump even used lamp cord originally! Use good Anchor-brand tinned wire of an appropriate size. Bob Bob Boyer S/V Rainy Days / Annapolis MD (presently in

Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont...

David, This is what I did: My set-up is non-permanent. The panel can be easily rolled up ands stored. I put it on my bimini, when it is up. In the early and late season, the bimini is down when we sail, so the panel has to go. It takes about 5 extra min to take it down or to set it up. I

Re: Stus-List Rudder crack C 25

Rick, Thanks for the info. That makes perfect sense. The surveyor said the lower gudgeon was leaking. When I get it down I'll open it up and put a heat lamp on it. Things like this make me thankful to have a 25. What a bigger pain it'd be if I had to deal with a foam cored rudder with a

Re: Stus-List (no subject)

The current complement is 2 X G27 and 1 X G22NF (smaller than G24). It seems like there should be room replace the 22NF with a 24 but we'll see. I will take and post a photo next time I'm on the boat. Cheers,Doug On Tuesday, March 1, 2016 5:20 PM, Dave via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Racing a 30-1

Dwight is right on with his observation IMO From: CnC-List [cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] on behalf of dwight veinot via CnC-List [cnc-list@cnc-list.com] Sent: March 1, 2016 6:36 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: dwight veinot Subject: Re: Stus-List Racing

Stus-List Prop nut

In my experience, propeller nuts should not be overly tight. They should be firmly snugged. If the hole for the cotter key doesn't line up, a new hole should be drilled in the shaft. A prop nut so installed should loosen easily. Opinions may vary on this depending on prop manufacturer's

Re: Stus-List is there a keel bolt under the mast?

mine has a bolt under the mast...1974 C 35 MKII, hull #242 Dwight Veinot C 35 MKII, Alianna Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS d.ve...@bellaliant.net On Thu, Feb 25, 2016 at 6:50 PM, Bill Hoyne via CnC-List wrote: > I have a C 35 MKII and was wondering if there is a keel

Re: Stus-List Got a New 135% Head Sail

you should be looking at how it works on your boat Dwight Veinot C 35 MKII, Alianna Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS d.ve...@bellaliant.net On Wed, Feb 24, 2016 at 5:30 PM, Danny Haughey via CnC-List wrote: > Hello all, > > I just received my new head sail from Precision

Re: Stus-List Racing a 30-1

That boat really loves 15-20 apparent upwind with a No. 1 headsail. If you and your crew want to do spinnaker fleet you can for sure, but in my opinion you will have more fun on the triangle course, guess it depends on who you choose to race against Dwight Veinot C 35 MKII, *Alianna* Head of St.

Stus-List (no subject)

Hi Doug - went through this think myself, I had the std 33-2 setup of 2 group 31 (I think... Could be 34). Deep cycle flooded batteries (batt 1 and 2) and an added xantrex smart charger. Got some advice from a backup power designer Will parallel the existing batteries and add a u1 start

Re: Stus-List FM antenna?

I had a Shakespeare unit that worked fine as well, though I opted for AIS last year and installed the Simrad transponder. The matching splitter has an FM output in addition to VHF for the AIS and radio. That works very well, no interference issues. The boat originally came with a telescoping

Re: Stus-List FM antenna?

I use the Shakespeare VHF-FM antenna splitter. It works fine. Gary S/V High Maintenance '90 C 37+ East Greenwich, RI, USA ~~~_/)~~ On Tue, Mar 1, 2016 at 3:29 PM, Chuck Saur via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Quick survey: What are y'all using for FM antenna? I have

Re: Stus-List solar power setup Cont...

So I don't want a permanent setup and an easy setup/put-away. I am thinking the foredeck (on mooring and anchor) has the most sun exposure. Anyone try a waterproof plug set up with a flexible solar array? Thanks in advance. David F. Risch 1981 40-2 (401) 419-4650 (cell) To:

Re: Stus-List FM antenna?

I have the Shakespeare FM splitter. I can't exactly tell how good the VHF antenna works but I can tell you that the FM is only mediocre. Biggest problem is that my sail instrument package causes all types of interference. Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C 37+ Solomons, MD On Mar 1, 2016 4:07 PM,

Re: Stus-List FM antenna?

I went the splitter route with good results. Works a lot better than the deck-mounted antenna that came with the boat, both for reception and for not being in the way. Bill Hall '85 C 37 Starfire Ludington, MI On Tue, Mar 1, 2016 at 4:04 PM, Jim Watts via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com>

Re: Stus-List FM antenna?

I have a car antenna, fully extended, parked in the space between the hull and the nav station liner. Works well enough for my needs. If you want to use masthead, you may want to check out the Shakespeare antenna splitter and utilize the existing VHF antenna. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C 35 Mk III

Stus-List FM antenna?

Quick survey: What are y'all using for FM antenna? I have Bluetooth, Auxiliary inputs, iPad, GoFree (B Chartplotter), marina WiFi, Pandora, and nice, new speakers. Wired for sound, I brag... But I want to listen to good ol' FM radio sometimes, and have issues with the single line antenna

Re: Stus-List Test

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Stus-List Please!!!!!!!!

Change the subject line in your emails -- "Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 122, Issue 2" does not mean a dxxn thing. Some subscribers have indicated that they just delete messages with that subject line instead of reading them. So, if you want your message read, CHANGE THE SUBJECT

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 122, Issue 2

Paul, you don't have to go through all that stuff - that is what PHRF committees and other folks which rate boats do. As your boat is "production" and many of those have been rated, all you have to do is fill out the PHRF form for your region and outline what has been done (if different than

Re: Stus-List Soliciting Advice on 33-2 Battery Complement

The 2 group 27 in parallel is covered in the manual but only as an example for the 2-bank charger. All the 3-bank charger examples given are 24V applications. I don’t think this is an issue. 6-volt golf cart batteries are not an option since the charger won’t do 6-volts – only 12V Group 24,

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

There were multiple discussions on merits of adjusting the panel and the general consensus is that a fixed panel is good enough and often better than an adjustable one, because half of the time, it is incorrectly adjusted. Some discussion here:

Re: Stus-List Window Replacement

Dave — I got my old fixed windows (redone by the previous owner with 1/4” acrylic and Plexus adhesive) out last weekend. I tried a carbide cutting blade on my Fein Multicaster oscillating tool from inside the cabin to try to cut the Plexus out; the blade was shot after about two inches… the

Re: Stus-List Window Replacement

I've gone back to using Butyl tape for deck hardware. It easy to use and seals well and doesn't dry out. If you install anything with 5200 you will damage the gel coat if you try to remove it. VHB tape is great for window. Gary S/V High Maintenance '90 C 37+ East Greenwich, RI, USA

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 122, Issue 2

The prvious name was PINCH II and it was located in Lake Ontario. It did have foils, now furler, but not much else changed in that department. It does have a folding prop. Not sure if or how much it was raced. Paul Hood '82 C Georgian Bay, ON From: "Hoyt, Mike"

Re: Stus-List Window Replacement

I heard from my yard manager yesterday that there is now a new chemical spray that when used with care and kept moist while it works with a wet rag will allow the removal of things attached with 5200. He claimed this was then the best adhesive to use for windows and other deck hardware instead

Re: Stus-List Window Replacement

I think that was my post. I can say that a flush fit is overrated when you are using VHB tape because it is 0.090" thick anyway. Remember that the VHB tape is not a sealant, just the adhesive. You will be filing the gap with Dow Corning 795 black silicone afterwards, anyway. I used the darker

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 122, Issue 2

I'm a newbie to boat ownership and although been on race boats, haven't owned one - very different. Planning to start this summer. Don't have a clue about the stuff you noted below Micheal so I really can't answer you. I don't even know its importance. I'll need to do some reading to figure it

Re: Stus-List Window Replacement

Dave, There was a pretty good discussion on this subject back in November and another lister (sorry, can’t remember who it was) posted his impressive work on repairing and replacing his fixed ports. I posted something as

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

Steven, thanks, that's such a great website...; I simply don't have enough room to put the panel on my dodger, (my preferred location), so I will likely do something like shown on the website; thanks again Richard Richard N. Bush Law Offices 2950 Breckenridge Lane, Suite Nine

Re: Stus-List Removing prop

prop a 2X4 between the ground and one of blades. The 2X4 should be as close to the hub as possibleon the prop end On Monday, February 29, 2016 5:20 PM, Ainslie via CnC-List wrote: Hi… I want to remove the propeller from my 35-3. It’sa fixed 3-blade (15 R 14),

Re: Stus-List Rudder crack C 25

Thanks for the reply. I did a little research and it looks like the rudder is hollow with the exception of a wood block at the top of the rudder. I called West System Epoxy this morning. I'll need to use a Dremel tool and grind out a channel where the crack is and fill with epoxy. Thanks a

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

Great site with tutorials and many options www.batterystuff.com . I have purchased several systems for other purposes there. You may need to isolate separate battery banks. _/)~~~_/) ~~~ Allen White C 26 Aura Rhinebeck, NY From: Della Barba, Joe

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

That morningstar controller really is inexpensive. Nice find. Richard, maybe this will be helpful to you: http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/solar_panel Steve Suhana, C 32 Toronto On Tue, Mar 1, 2016 at 10:21 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > I can’t get

Re: Stus-List Soliciting Advice on 33-2 Battery Complement

Thanks for the heads up on the one battery per set of charging leads. I am more of a search the manual for what I need than a read it cover to cover guy. 2 common configurations (at least in my experience) are  1. 2 group 27s in parallel on house bank and 1 group 24 on starter bank2. 2 6v golf

Re: Stus-List : Running cable in the mast

I used the cable tie method to gather in all my wires (no conduit in mast) and left the tails on. It works pretty well, you still get some wire slap, and I’m not sure why, but it is not annoying enough to deter sleep. Maybe heavier cable ties would center the bundle better – mine are just the

Stus-List Removing prop

Jim, Good advice on not taking the big nut all the way off..last Spring, I witnessed a DIY at our club.the prop shot back several feet on the asphalt and the blades got dinged.the prop then had to be shipped off as it needed to be repaired. Rob Abbott AZURA C 32 - 84 Halifax,

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

I can’t get photos – I am off on a trip right now. The panel is not mounted to anything, I just put it out in different place depending on the sun. If you don’t move it, sooner or later it gets on the wrong side or a shadow goes across it. I don’t use it in the slip – I have shorepower – but I

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

Joe, thank you for the solar equipment listings; I would like to duplicate your setup on my boat; Where and how have you installed the solar panel? Do you leave it up all the time? (as opposed to weekends only, etc) DO you have to orient the panel toward the sun or do you just leave it? Any

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

Joe, thank you for the solar equipment listings; I would like to duplicate your setup on my boat; Where and how have you installed the solar panel? Do you leave it up all the time? (as opposed to weekends only, etc) DO you have to orient the panel toward the sun or do you just leave it? Any

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

I purchased a 65watt mono panel with charge controller and cables from these guys: http://stores.ebay.ca/solarenergydcinc/ All told IIRC it was $250 CAD, maybe $300. Not a lot of money when talking boat stuff. That was back in 2013. The setup has served very well. People are right to recommend a

Re: Stus-List solar power setup

I don’t know about Canadian exchange rates, but my setup is about $120 US. I have a meter anyway, so the cheap Morningstar controller was fine for my use. I might go up to MPPT if I can find a decent one for cheap, the Morningstar version is very good and very expensive. I spend 2 weeks at

Re: Stus-List : Running cable in the mast

Danny, Maybe something like this to create a loop and keep out water: http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/userportal/product.do?part=151199=adwords=product_ad=CJDfxLrWn8sCFYEjHwod9ycIug Not sure how to secure the cable. Maybe some type of waterproof cable clamp would keep out water and hold

Stus-List PHRF C 34.

Paul Your boat is the standard C 34. Do you recall the previous name of the boat or even better the sail number? It may already have a PHRF-LO certificate from previous owner that will give you the best idea. The base handicap for your boat in Lake Ontario as listed in their 2014 submission

Stus-List solar power setup

Someone asked me about my solar panel setup. I have one of these – a 50 watt panel: http://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Watts-Volts-Monocrystalline-Solar/dp/B00DVPPFDS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8=1456843564=8-1=renogy+50+watt I have this controller

Re: Stus-List determining PHRF rating

Hi Paul,   are you looking for: 1 - a SP ( Speed Potential ) rating for a C 34 2 - a SP for your C 34 3 - an ASP ( Adjusted Speed Potential ) for your C 34 ( possible rating adjustment for sail size ) 4 - a valid  PHRF certificate, likely from PHRF-LO, so you can enter a race This might help a

Stus-List determining PHRF rating

Hi Paul, Your phrf will be determined by the local phrf committee You just need to know about your rig and keel. As mentioned by others the 34+, 34/36 R, WK, XL are a different design boat. Here's what you need to know: How deep is your keel DK stands for deep keel, usually about 6.5 -

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 122, Issue 1

Paul, A good amount of PHRF ratings are subjective and based on performance. A couple of poorly-sailed 34s could drive the number up (or vice-versa). The only way to know for sure is to contact your local PHRF board. All the best, Edd --- Edd M. Schillay

Stus-List : Running cable in the mast

Hi Guys, I was down checking out the mast on my boat and I had some observations and questions.- there is a 1 inch conduit running about 2 feet from the very bottom to the top. It is pretty full- It seems to be the only conduit and there is no break at the spreader for the deck lights wire or

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 122, Issue 1

My keel is 5'-11" if that makes and difference and the LOA is 33'-6", WL 25'-10" and 10090 lbs. Two replies in different locations are both 144. Using the C chart or whatever else, is there any other way to know for sure? Paul Hood '82 C Georgian Bay, ON -- From:

Re: Stus-List cockpit port on a Landfall 38

Patrick: What is your hull number? Bob Bob Boyer S/V Rainy Days / Annapolis MD (presently in Baltimore) 1983 C Landfall 38 - Hull #230 email: dainyr...@icloud.com blog: dainyrays.blogspot.com "There is nothing--absolutely nothing--half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats."

Re: Stus-List Lignum vitae Bearing

It would be a sleeve machined from a block, bored out, and grooves cut into it. $120 plus shipping is what they quoted me. Message: 4 Date: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 21:27:06 -0500 From: Neil Gallagher To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Lignum vitae bearings

Stus-List Window Replacement

In my window replacement project I've removed the old windows, most of the old adhesive, done a fair degree of damage to the gel coat and created one small chip in the surrounding fiberglass. There is a layer of old adhesive (brown) between the two windows (and a section where the adhesive came

Stus-List Bearing resolution

Just an update, if anyone is wondering. As you may know, I require a cutlass bearing of 1 1/4 x 1 5/8, an oddball size. I called a prop shop in Baltimore, they wanted $155 to supply a bearing that was machined down from 1 3/4 to 1 5/8 The lignum Vitae bearing turns out it would be $120 plus

Re: Stus-List cockpit port on a Landfall 38

In a LF38 the only cored areas in the cockpit are the cockpit seats and the floor. All vertical surfaces are not cored construction. Bob Bob Boyer S/V Rainy Days / Annapolis MD (presently in Baltimore) 1983 C Landfall 38 - Hull #230 email: dainyr...@icloud.com blog: dainyrays.blogspot.com

Stus-List Removing prop

There are auto parts stores that will "rent" you the tools you need (wheel puller, large socket/ratchet, etc) may save you from buying for a one time use. Brad "Pulse" C 33 MkII Lake Huron I'd rather be sailing ___ Email address:

Re: Stus-List 3M tape

Doug and Fred, I used the 1/2" x 0.090" also. Worked great and easy to use. Gary ~~~_/)~~ On Mon, Feb 29, 2016 at 9:43 PM, svpegasu...@gmail.com < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Pretty sure I used the 1/2 inch by 0.090 thick stuff. > > > Doug Mountjoy > > svPegasus > > LF38 > >