Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread David Knecht via CnC-List
Does anyone know where to get the 1" plastic caps that cover holes drilled through the headliner? Thanks- Dave Aries 1990 C&C 34+ New London, CT ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please he

Re: Stus-List Max prop angle

2016-03-28 Thread Bill Coleman via CnC-List
Wow, you ought  to be able to get up to eight knots with that setup.  Bill Coleman  Original message From: Ken Heaton via CnC-List Date: 3/27/2016 2:46 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list Cc: Ken Heaton Subject: Re: Stus-List Max prop angle This may just confuse thing

Re: Stus-List Max prop angle

2016-03-28 Thread Ken Heaton via CnC-List
Yup, and a tiny bit more. Useful on occasion. Ken H. On 28 March 2016 at 09:29, Bill Coleman via CnC-List wrote: > Wow, you ought to be able to get up to eight knots with that setup. > > > > Bill Coleman > > > Original message > From: Ken Heaton via CnC-List > Date: 3/27/201

Re: Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread Bill Coleman via CnC-List
Most any hardware store has them, including Lowe's Home Depot Etc. Some look different though, as some are kind of translucent vs solid white. There used to be a really great local hardware that had a huge selection but unfortunately knocked out by the big boxes. But they had not only the eve

Stus-List 27mkIII part out

2016-03-28 Thread Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List
On Kijiji, in waterloo ON: http://www.kijiji.ca/v-sailboat/kitchener-waterloo/parting-out-everything-from-c-c-27-mk-iii-updated/1094723097?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true $200 for all the standing rigging. If I had a 27mkIII I'de spring $200 for a spare set of standing rigging, sure. Steve Suhana

Re: Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread John and Maryann Read via CnC-List
Hi David Johnsons Hardware on Route 1 in Groton / Poquonnock Bridge John and Maryann Legacy III 1982 C&C 34 Noank, CT From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David Knecht via CnC-List Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 8:17 AM To: CnC CnC discussion list Cc: D

Re: Stus-List Auto pilot installation

2016-03-28 Thread Rod Randow via CnC-List
On my 1976/77 C&C33 the ST 4000 control head is installed (2001) on the port T bulkhead (similar to the engine control panel on the opposite side). It is mounted as high and aft as quarter berth access will allow. There is a round inspection port next to and aft of the control head. I do occasiona

Re: Stus-List Auto pilot installation

2016-03-28 Thread David via CnC-List
Same here. Never had a need to change. David F. Risch 1981 40-2 (401) 419-4650 (cell) Date: Sun, 27 Mar 2016 20:41:09 -0400 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Auto pilot installation From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com CC: captnga...@gmail.com I mounted mine on a Navpod on the pedestal

Re: Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread Jerome Tauber via CnC-List
This company and catalog has every size and shape and color plastic caps. Jerry J&J http://us.essentracomponents.com/shop Caps & Plugs Application Guide Our complete offering of caps & plugs organized by thread or hole size Download PDF

Re: Stus-List Auto pilot installation

2016-03-28 Thread mike amirault via CnC-List
Make sure you put the autopilot control head within reach from the helm. I made the big mistake of initially mounting it on the bulkhead, not good. I eventually relocated it on a pod on the pedestal, big improvement.___ This list is supported by the ge

Re: Stus-List Frolic II 36' cb will be for sale soon

2016-03-28 Thread David via CnC-List
Tom, Where is she, pics and do you know how much you want? David F. Risch (401) 419-4650 (cell) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Date: Fri, 25 Mar 2016 20:08:33 -0400 Subject: Stus-List Frolic II 36' cb will be for sale soon From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com CC: tvince...@msn.com After some great years

Re: Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread mike amirault via CnC-List
Non ferrous fasteners http://www.non-ferrousfastener.com/about.php I ordered 100 which only cost me about 10 cents apiece. Great company and you can order online.___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we

Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List
Hi Dave, I looked for them as well. I needed 1 in the head. There are a few place that carry something that looks like it would work.. Amazon http://www.amazon.com/White-Plastic-Flush-Type-Plugs/dp/B0046NM0BO/ref=pd_sim_60_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=21ev%2BXxmhHL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Richard N. Bush via CnC-List
Dave's post reminded me...I am going to be in a situation where most or all of my hull may need repainting; (blemishes on hull from dock piling); so I began looking at other boats for ideas; I have always been enamored with the dark hulls, especially the Flag Blue ones like Dave Risch's boat;

Re: Stus-List 27mkIII part out

2016-03-28 Thread John Pennie via CnC-List
Lol - I was going to say this wasn't a great idea until I actually read the ad. It's worth it just for the fittings! John Sent from my iPad > On Mar 28, 2016, at 8:41 AM, Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List > wrote: > > On Kijiji, in waterloo ON: > http://www.kijiji.ca/v-sailboat/kitchener-waterloo

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I love flag blue In this case emotion will always win out with me over practicality Mike Persistence Flag Blue topsides Halifax From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Richard N. Bush via CnC-List Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 11:24 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Ric

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
I never noticed them being much hotter in the boats I ran, even in the Caribbean sunshine, with the balsa cored hulls, they are well insulated, but they are certainly harder to keep looking good. Also, they are more likely to show print-through, where you see the pattern of the roving beneath the g

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread John Pennie via CnC-List
After two flag blue hulls I can’t say I noticed them being any hotter. As was mentioned, this is more an emotional emotional issue as the brain would tell you anything but white gelcoat makes no practical sense whatsoever. My current boat is gray which I actually like very much. It is easier

Re: Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread Jerome Tauber via CnC-List
http://us.essentracomponents.com/en-US/caps-plugs/push-fit-plugs/panel-plugs/solid-locking-plugs/solid-locking-plugs-

Re: Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread Dennis C. via CnC-List
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-in-Nylon-Locking-Hole-Plug-808168/204225716 Dennis C. ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions are

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread David via CnC-List
Richard, A few things about Flag Blue hulls; I always smile when I look back when leaving CorsairA big part of the Flag Blue appeal for me is combining it with the white bottom, white waterline stripes, the white deck, white spars and dark blue canvas. Not my doing... the PO put it all togeth

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List
Richard, Do you plan to paint the boat yourself with a 2 part Polyurethane or would you have it done professionally with AwlGrip or equivalent? About 4 years ago, I painted my Royal Blue C&C 25 with 2 part Interlux Perfection in Mauritius Blue (almost black) and if I had to do it over again, I

Re: Stus-List Auto pilot installation

2016-03-28 Thread Dreuge via CnC-List
On my C&C 29, I mounted the control head in a small pod on the binnacle hand rail. This worked well as I already had an empty navpod, and I was using an iPhone navionics/inavx for navigation. When I moved the autopilot over to the LF38, I mounted the control head on the starboard cockpit coami

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Dennis C. via CnC-List
Blasphemy! C&C's should be RED :) Dennis C. Touche' 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA On Mon, Mar 28, 2016 at 9:24 AM, Richard N. Bush via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Dave's post reminded me...I am going to be in a situation where most or > all of my hull may need repainting; (blemish

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Dave Godwin via CnC-List
Forest Green with Matterhorn White decks. That was were I was going before seeing the current color I have now. After a trip through the boatyard to look a four boats that my painter did, a lighter color was the way to go for me. He pointed out all the problems that cropped up with darker colo

Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread kelly petew via CnC-List
Richard, If you like the color, go for it. I didn't start at specifically looking for a blue boat, but that's what I have, and I like it. It's flag blue. While your "experts" are probably correct, their reasons are more technical than substantive. Any scratches won't be visible unless

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
I have to agree that I pretty much agree with you, Dennis. Imzadi was originally delivered in a Harvest Gold color (the original purchaser tried to change to dark blue, but too late in the build process). One of the POs had the boat repainted to Smoke White with Ruby Red triple boot stripes

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Danny Haughey via CnC-List
After many months agonizing over hull color, we went to the New England Boat show and fell in love with stars and stripes blue. the Painter thought it was not a great idea because matching color for any repairs is very difficult for that color but, in the end we just didn't want another color.

Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Dennis C. via CnC-List
My only substantive comment on paint is to consider Awlcraft vs Awlgrip. Particularly true if you're concerned about scratches. Awlcraft is easier to repair and blend. Touche' is Sunfast Red Awlcraft over 3 coats of high build primer. The Awlcraft looks great! Dennis C. > > ___

Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Richard N. Bush via CnC-List
Dennis, I recall that you had your boat, er, yacht, repainted a couple of years ago, where did have the work done and we're/are you happy with their work? Thanks Richard 1985 C&C 37 CB; Ohio River, Mile 596 Richard N. Bush 2950 Breckenridge Lane, Suite Nine Louisville, Kentucky 40220-146

Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread John Pennie via CnC-List
Richard: If you go dark - just remember to build a couple of hundred into the budget for the really nice fender covers at Maine Pointe. Also, if your dock line will rub on the transom Boat Leather makes an excellent chafe guard with fleece. No, you can’t use old socks or West Marine covers on

Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Joel Aronson via CnC-List
I need to replace the shelf in the battery compartment on my other boat. Plywood with epoxy? Starboard? Something else? Thanks! Joel 301 541 8551 ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please he

Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Dennis C. via CnC-List
Incredibly happy with the paint job. Had it done by Steve Stack, Advanced Yacht Works, http://www.advancedyachtworks.com/. He works out of Pensacola Shipyard. Steve was awesome to work with. He let me do much of the prep. Even loaned me tools and offered technical advice. Pensacola Shipyard

Stus-List C&C 29 mk2 rudder

2016-03-28 Thread Bob Hickson via CnC-List
A couple of weeks ago, I noticed a hair line crack in the leading edge of the rudder on my 29-2 (1985 built in the US plant) This weekend, I sanded back from the leading edge about 6 inches in preparation for 2 layers of fiberglass cloth to be epoxied over the leading edge. When I sanded back alo

Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
… and the argument for Dark hulls??? http://baddeckphotos.com/regatta2015-yachts/#/view/ID256888 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 1:47 PM To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Subject: Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull col

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Jim Watts via CnC-List
Starboard is pretty much invulnerable to anything that comes out of a battery. If you don't need the stiffness of plywood, I'd go with the plastic. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 28 March 2016 at 09:41, Joel Aronson via CnC-List wrote: > I need to replace the shelf in th

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Dave Godwin via CnC-List
Interestingly I was doing inventory in my shed yesterday and ‘found’ a 2’ X 3’ sheet of 1/2” Starboard that I bought for some projects years ago. Personally, I would not use Starboard for battery support. Too soft and bendy. And even I would balk at the price. I just used regular good quality p

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Frederick G Street via CnC-List
Joel — I’m with Dave — Starboard will sag under the weight of batteries. See if somebody at one of the marinas or boatyards around you has a partial sheet of 19mm marine ply, cut it to fit and either paint or epoxy-coat it. I think you’ll be much happier with the results. And it’ll weigh a wh

Re: Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails

2016-03-28 Thread Frederick G Street via CnC-List
John — that was my thinking, too; and the sail is only on the fuller for about five months a year up here. Decisions, decisions… — Fred Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C&C Landfall 38) -- on the hard in Bayfield, WI :^( > On Mar 27, 2016, at 10:54 AM, John Pennie via CnC-List >

Re: Stus-List C&C 29 mk2 rudder

2016-03-28 Thread Martin DeYoung via CnC-List
Bob, If you plan on completing a more extensive repair in the future I recommend avoiding filling the voids with epoxy. All that extra epoxy and filler would need to be removed when completing a full repair. If this season's sailing plans are not expected to push the rudder harder than the la

Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry: Mike Hoyt Photos

2016-03-28 Thread Richard N. Bush via CnC-List
Mike, what an awesome set of photos! I like every one of them! Thank you for sharing these...I'm ready to go sailing today! Richard 1985 C&C 37 CB; Ohio River, Mile 596 Richard N. Bush 2950 Breckenridge Lane, Suite Nine Louisville, Kentucky 40220-1462 502-584-7255 -Original Me

Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry: Mike Hoyt Photos

2016-03-28 Thread Edd Schillay via CnC-List
Personally, never been a fan of dark hulls — makes the boat look smaller. Much prefer white hulls. And, if possible, add some kick-ass full-size graphics. https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/15162917/ENTERPRISE/37PlusUpwind.jpg

Stus-List Hull Color

2016-03-28 Thread J Roger via CnC-List
"There are only two colors to paint a boat, black and white, and only a fool would paint a boat black." By - Nathanael G. Herreshoff JRoger C&C27 MKIII Hull# 827 P.S. Please excuse the improper spelling! ___ This list is supported by the generous do

Stus-List UV Sail Protection

2016-03-28 Thread robert via CnC-List
My 135% Doyle 8.3 oz. Dacron has a UV patch along the leech and foot.I just had it replaced this past winter.it lasted 6 seasons (6 X 6 months).I could have gotten another season out of the original but I wanted a new one..all in cost to replace by the Doyle loft was $360. The

Stus-List Anchor testing video

2016-03-28 Thread robert via CnC-List
Someone left a 35' to 37' boat (don't know the make) anchored since last Fall in the North West Arm.it has a furling main in the mast and a roller furled headsail which was left on the boat. It has not been abandoned as occasionally I see someone on the boat. Now that sailor obviously kno

Stus-List Stus List - Speaking of anchors

2016-03-28 Thread Danny Haughey via CnC-List
Hello all, Speaking of anchors, I bought a 33lb Rocna for my Viking 33 and never even deployed it. I kept the anchor and it is sitting in my shed. Rocna recommends a 44lb anchor for the new boat. The new boat came with a Genuine, Made in Scotland CQR. I really can't see any use for the Rocna

Re: Stus-List Stus List - Speaking of anchors

2016-03-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Danny, I think the CQR will suffice nicely. Get another anchor when you think you'll need it. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine On Mon, Mar 28, 2016 at 4:31 PM, Danny Haughey via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Hello all, > > Speaking of anchors, I bought a 33lb Rocna for my Viking 33 and never >

Re: Stus-List Stus List - Speaking of anchors

2016-03-28 Thread Russ & Melody via CnC-List
Hi Danny, This is very good advice from Andy. It is what I was going to say. :) I have slept a hundred peaceful nights (or more) secured, with the original CQR. Check the name again, cqr, secured. No coincidence. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 01:58 PM 28/03/2016, you wrote:

Re: Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry: Mike Hoyt Photos

2016-03-28 Thread ahycrace--- via CnC-List
My boat "Liberty" 38' Mk II was done in flag blue 15 years ago and now up close it looks like crap from scratches and a few dings from the anchor. We also have some cracking in the paint long lines of it near the bow. I have been told it is from the hull heating up at different rates ( the pain

Re: Stus-List Stus List - Speaking of anchors

2016-03-28 Thread wwadjourn
Danny,  I think you need to get rid of It immediately.  I have read on the internet that owning multiple anchors can be hazardous to your health.  I will send offlist my mailing address.  Bill WalkerCnC 36Pentwater, Mi Sent from my LG G Pad F™ 8.0, an AT&T 4G LTE tablet -- Origin

Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails now sun cover

2016-03-28 Thread Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List
Just to make it a little more interesting.. With my (new to me) racing headsails This what I'm going with: http://www.atninc.com/atn-genoa-sleeve-sailing-equipment.shtml With the Genoa Sleeve way you have complete protection from sun / rain / pollen / whatever for no matter what sail happen

Stus-List Two anchors - one boat

2016-03-28 Thread Dennis C. via CnC-List
How many of us have ever double hooked, bow/stern? I've only done it a couple times. Was a bit behind schedule coming into The Rigolets, the outlet of Lake Pontchartrain into Lake Borgne. Decided to anchor just off The Rigolets in the West Pearl River. The West Pearl is a bit narrow, has some c

Re: Stus-List Two anchors - one boat

2016-03-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Down island I would often set a stern anchor to keep us facing into the swells rather than rolling our guts out in an otherwise nice harbor. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine On Mon, Mar 28, 2016 at 6:30 PM, Dennis C. via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > How many of us have ever double hooked, bow

Re: Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails now sun cover

2016-03-28 Thread William Walker via CnC-List
Have you been in a marina with one of the sleeves on the boat next door in 20 knows of wind? I have. Think flag. Bill Walker CnC 36 Sent from AOL Mobile Mail On Monday, March 28, 2016 Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List wrote: Just to make it a little more interesting.. With my (new t

Re: Stus-List Two anchors - one boat

2016-03-28 Thread Martin DeYoung via CnC-List
Here in the PNW, especially in the beautiful British Columbia waters around Vancouver Island, stern tying to the shore is common. I am glad nobody had a cell phone camera the first few times I stern tied to the shore. After some practice and having the right length and type of line, the proces

Re: Stus-List Stus List - Speaking of anchors

2016-03-28 Thread Jim Watts via CnC-List
The reputation of CQR anchors has taken quite a hit lately. I would sooner have a Rocna 33 than a CQR 44. My friend Steve put together a whole series of anchor tests...looky here for the reveal. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l59f-OjWoq0 Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 28

Re: Stus-List Stus List - Speaking of anchors

2016-03-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
It certainly has, Jim. It's funny that in the areas I've used it, I've never had a problem with a CQR. That was mostly in sand or mud bottoms over a few decades and lots of anchoring. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine Andrew Burton 61 W Narragansett Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/a

Re: Stus-List Two anchors - one boat

2016-03-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
Martin, I did something similar in one of the little bays in the corners in Jervis Inlet on the way up to Princess Louisa. More than 100' on the bow, lots less under the stern and tied to a tree. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine Andrew Burton 61 W Narragansett Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.googl

Stus-List Hull color

2016-03-28 Thread Charles Nelson via CnC-List
Water Phantom came from the factory (1995) with a painted Flag Blue hull, thrown into the deal since hull damage during the C&C factory fire delayed her delivery by about a year. After ~ 16 years she was looking tired so I bit the bullet and had the yard repaint with Awlgrip. I struggled with t

Re: Stus-List Two anchors - one boat

2016-03-28 Thread Martin DeYoung via CnC-List
>… Princess Louisa. When I spent a few nights anchored near Chatterbox Falls at the head of the Princess Louisa inlet in a 1980 C&C 36 we used some of the current from the falls to hold the boat against the bow anchor. We motored in towards the sandy shore just off where the river entered the

Re: Stus-List Two anchors - one boat

2016-03-28 Thread Andrew Burton via CnC-List
The old fellow who donated the property for Princess Louisa Park used to live in a floating house there. I only met him once but had an epic game of chess with him. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine Andrew Burton 61 W Narragansett Newport, RI USA02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtse

Re: Stus-List Stus List - Speaking of anchors

2016-03-28 Thread Jim Watts via CnC-List
Well, you probably know what you're doing. 😁 Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 28 March 2016 at 17:04, Andrew Burton via CnC-List wrote: > It certainly has, Jim. It's funny that in the areas I've used it, I've > never had a problem with a CQR. That was mostly in sand or mud

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Jake Brodersen via CnC-List
Joel, Mine rotted and collapsed last season too. I’m thinking about plywood cover with epoxy. Jake Jake Brodersen C&C 35 Mk-III “Midnight Mistress” Hampton VA From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC-List Sent: Monday, March 28,

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Charlie Nelson via CnC-List
Considering this is a one-time job, I would forget about any laminated wood product in a marine environment. I used 1" solid red oak, epoxy sealed, as backing plates for my Lewmar primary winches (#50s?). Much stiffer for its thickness than starboard, it cannot delaminate, lighter than alumin

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Jerome Tauber via CnC-List
Delrin®, an industry-trusted name for acetal homopolymer. Delrin® is a tough, machinable thermoplastic with a high modulus of elasticity, high strength, good rigidity, dimensional stability, and resistances to moisture, chemicals and solvents. It has desirable toughness properties, performing

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread John Pennie via CnC-List
So your battery compartment gets a hardwood floor, the cabin gets plywood? That’s gotta be a happy battery. John > On Mar 28, 2016, at 9:32 PM, Charlie Nelson via CnC-List > wrote: > > Considering this is a one-time job, I would forget about any laminated wood > product in a marine environm

Re: Stus-List Headliner plugs

2016-03-28 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I believe I saw them at Ace Hardware in the drawers where they have specialty fasteners and parts. Chuck - Original Message - From: "Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List" To: davidakne...@gmail.com Cc: "Jean-Francois J Rivard" , cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 10

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Russ & Melody via CnC-List
No homopolymer is going to spend the night on my boat if I know about it! :) Cheers, Russ At 06:51 PM 28/03/2016, you wrote: Delrin®, an industry-trusted name for acetal homopolymer. Delrin® is a tough, machinable thermoplastic with a high modulus of elasticity, high strength, go

Re: Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails now sun cover

2016-03-28 Thread David Knecht via CnC-List
There is another option, but I don’t know precisely what it is. When I was shopping for my last headsail, I nearly bought a Z sail (http://www.zsails.com ). They use some kind of film on the leech that was described to me as protecting from UV, but transparent, lighter an

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Dennis C. via CnC-List
http://www.mcmaster.com/#fiberglass-sheets/=11qrb3r Dennis C. ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions are greatly appreciated!

Stus-List Seaward Princess oven

2016-03-28 Thread erik hillenmeyer via CnC-List
My 1984 35-3 has a seaward princess oven, I believe the model 3372.  The current issue is that the oven will not light.  After a season of becoming progressively hard to light it stopped all together.  The burners seemed to still work fine, but I've now noticed that even though the burners work

Re: Stus-List Seaward Princess oven

2016-03-28 Thread Jim Watts via CnC-List
You can change the flow rate of propane into the oven by removing the temperature dial and using a screwdriver to turn the inner screw on the shaft. Be prepared for a long wait for things to settle. I put a decent oven thermometer into the oven and eventually, after much adjusting, got it reading w

Re: Stus-List Headsail sock

2016-03-28 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Headsail Socks: I own a sock for the headsails. Bought it used for $100 from a local sailmaker. You can raise it and protect any headsail from UVs. If it's windy, you can wrap your spin halyards around it loosely to stop the floppy parts from making flag noises. The ATN brand sock has a pulls

Re: Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails now sun cover

2016-03-28 Thread Randy Stafford via CnC-List
There was a sleeve on the Capri-22 I helmed last year. It didn't have those shoelaces running up it to tighten it up, and would flail so badly on a windy night in the marina that the whole rig would shake to the point where we worried about something breaking. We finally hit upon the solution of

Re: Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails now sun cover

2016-03-28 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
When my carbon 150 was recut for use on roller furling, the sailmaker put a poly film on the leach and foot to protect the Mylar from UV. The poly film looked like Scotch Tape – only about 18” wide. He said the material is used fairly commonly on laminated sails that do not have a scrim on the s

Re: Stus-List Best material for battery compartment shelf?

2016-03-28 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi Joel, Lumber Yards sell something for exterior trim called "expanded PVC" in sheets, 4' x 8'. A 3/8" sheet costs $75 and is very bendy. A 3/4" sheet is much stiffer and probably better for your battery shelf. You may be able to buy scraps from a local lumber yard, or a builder. They also sel

Re: Stus-List Hull paint primer

2016-03-28 Thread Russ & Melody via CnC-List
Hi Dennis, Was the 3 coats of high build primer for long boarding to a fair hull? When I did the decks I was set to do high build primer and the paint rep suggested going the regularly spec'd (2 pot) primer. I have a hull paint project coming up next year and the hull needs fairing, so I'm

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Ronald B. Frerker via CnC-List
Aye!RonWild CheriC&C 30-1STL From: Dennis C. via CnC-List To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 10:08 AM Subject: Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry Blasphemy!  C&C's should be RED  :) Dennis C. Touche' 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA On Mon, Mar 28, 2016 at 9:24 AM,

Re: Stus-List Hull Color

2016-03-28 Thread Ronald B. Frerker via CnC-List
Nate should have just stuck to designing.RonWild CheriC&C 30-1STL From: J Roger via CnC-List To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: J Roger Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 2:26 PM Subject: Stus-List Hull Color "There are only two colors to paint a boat, black and white, and only a fool would

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Randy Stafford via CnC-List
That's one reason I named mine Grenadine :) Two POs ago she was named Ruby, for the same reason I presume. Couple photos at https://www.dropbox.com/sh/asutgi5qq1r05jh/AAA_bb3wRwcat5NlJpecNhY7a?dl=0 Cheers, Randy Stafford S/V Grenadine C&C 30-1 #7 Ken Caryl, CO - Original Message -