Re: Stus-List Fuel tank replacement

2017-09-11 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Got that too: http://www.fillernecksupply.com/1-1-2-or-38mm-fuel-hose-joiner-coupler-splice/ From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List Sent: Monday, September 11, 2017 9:39 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Della Barba, Joe <joe.della

Re: Stus-List Fuel tank replacement

2017-09-11 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
http://www.fillernecksupply.com/gates-1-1-2-90-degree-fuel-filler-elbow-gates-24715-goodyear-59205/ Wow – I could have saved about $100 if I knew about this! That would be perfect for the 35, just need a hose-to-hose for the 1/5” fill. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Fuel filter funnel search

2017-09-08 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The epoxy idea is what I have always seen people do. Joe Coquina I'm about to mix up a batch of epoxy and fill the sump up to the bottom of the filter screen but that seems like an aggressive solution. I have a Racor 500 to trap water so I'm not overly concerned about removing water. Any

Re: Stus-List Was considering C 25

2017-09-07 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
We did 20-24-26-30-36-35. Back then boats sold fast at a profit. We made money on every single move up ☺ Now – not so much. Selling an old boat is hard and buying one is easy. Buy what you need now and skip all the expenses of buying and selling twice. Joe Coquina Ps – exactly right about

Re: Stus-List was considering C 25, now Pearson 27 or C 30

2017-09-07 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Don’t get hung up on the LOA. As long as the boat is properly rigged, you can sail it. I knew a guy who singlehanded a 90 foot sailboat! Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chad Osmond via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, September 07, 2017 7:43 AM To:

Re: Stus-List was considering C 25, now Pearson 27 or C 30

2017-09-06 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
A C 30 > than a Pearson 27 and perhaps a 30. The C 30 MK I is very much a "real boat" capable of major offshore work if you ever want to do it. Given the depressed boat market, I see no reason to go smaller than you need. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List

Stus-List C 40 NOW visiting Victoria

2017-09-06 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
tomorrow afternoon. Are there a lot of C owners in the downtown harbour that I can wander through? John on Enterprise C 33 MK II Komoka Ontario On Wednesday, September 6, 2017 2:29 PM, "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:

Stus-List C 40

2017-09-06 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
https://annapolis.craigslist.org/boa/d/and-40/6290084707.html FYI ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All

Re: Stus-List jellyfish mask?

2017-09-06 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
llyfish mask? https://www.amazon.com/Swimming-Protection-Protecting-Jellyfish-Sunblock/dp/B06VXY2XWD/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8=1504712498=8-8=jellyfish+mask Dennis C. On Wed, Sep 6, 2017 at 9:46 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:

Re: Stus-List jellyfish mask?

2017-09-06 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
o seal even if you had a mustache. It doesn’t work very well. So I’ve been thinking about one of these full face masks. They go on sale at WM about twice a year. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List Sent: Wed

Stus-List jellyfish mask?

2017-09-06 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Anyone have a good idea for a jellyfish-proof facemask? My rashguard keeps them off most of me, but one landed right on my face yesterday while I was cleaning the bottom. Our Maryland jellyfish won’t kill you like some do, but they are kind of annoying. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I

Re: Stus-List Inversion of Battery Switch Wiring

2017-09-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
It is just a switch, you can use it for this or anything else you want to. Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Gary Russell via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, September 05, 2017 8:35 AM To: C List Cc: Gary Russell

Stus-List Irma heads up

2017-09-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I have seen models putting it everywhere from Grenada to Canada, but one has it going right up the Bay. We’ll need to watch this one! Joe Coquina C 35 MK I ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a

Re: Stus-List 1980 C 30 MKI - DIY Lifelines

2017-08-31 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
West Marine made mine for a very reasonable price FYI J From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2017 1:18 PM To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Subject: Re: Stus-List 1980 C 30 MKI -

Re: Stus-List C 38 Auction

2017-08-30 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I might bring a few hundred and see if I am the only bidder on something. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Aaron Rouhi via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, August 30, 2017 1:33 PM To: Brian Fry via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List 37+ heat

2017-08-29 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
g hot water when at anchor. Kinda hard to beat if money is no object. Tom B Tom Buscaglia SV Alera 1990 C 37+/40 Vashon Island WA (206) 463-9200 www.sv-alera.com <http://www.sv-alera.com/>At 09:51 AM 8/29/2017, you wrote: Message: 4 Date: Tue, 29 Aug 2017 16:50:33 +0000 From:

Re: Stus-List 37+ heat

2017-08-29 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
We had a boat with a wood stove when I was a kid. It beat nothing, but didn’t really warm the boat that much if you were not near it. Espar type heaters blow heat all over the boat. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Kevin

Re: Stus-List Dinghy Recommendations?

2017-08-18 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Our RIB is fantastic. As a dinghy user, you would never go back to anything else. It can hold an amazing amount of s.. (cough) stuff. I think it once held 6 people and two big dogs. It can cruise all day at 16-18 knots and has enough grunt to tow a big boat or a kid in a tube. It is very stable

Re: Stus-List Dinghy on fordeck

2017-08-16 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I think if I had to get a dinghy onboard to travel, I might get one of these: http://www.boatstogo.com/inflatable-boat-am365.asp They look pretty good for the price Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ronald B. Frerker via

Re: Stus-List Genco canvas near Toronto

2017-08-16 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Thanks for all the advice! Sounds like we could make a fun few days out of it. I didn't realize it was only an hour from Niagara Falls. Long ago I used to help run a road race like "Cannonball Run" from Annapolis to Niagara Falls and the course record is 5 hours and 50 minutes :) Joe Della

Re: Stus-List Dinghy on fordeck

2017-08-16 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Forgot – I always tow from the eye in the hull of the dinghy. I have never even thought about using the eyes connected to the tubes. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Frederick G Street via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, August

Re: Stus-List Dinghy on foredeck

2017-08-16 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Towing inflatables: If it is a soft bottom, the ONLY way I have made it work is engine off and the bow of the dinghy is up in the air tied to the stern pulpit and the engine off the dinghy. Towing astern has always resulted in a swamped or flipped dinghy. Both my last RIB and my current one, an

Re: Stus-List Landfall for sale

2017-08-16 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Della Barba, Joe <joe.della.ba...@ssa.gov> Subject: Re: Stus-List Landfall for sale Joe what do you mean by "'falling knife' investment"? Cheers, Randy From: "Joe via CnC-List Della Barba" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@c

Re: Stus-List Landfall for sale

2017-08-15 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The boat was in horrible shape about 6-8 years ago and probably has not improved. I doubt you would do well even if you got her for free. Speaking of boat values, pretty much any older boat now is a “falling knife” investment. If anyone does still want old boats, no reason to get a half or 3/4s

Re: Stus-List Landfall for sale

2017-08-15 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I looked at a Landfall near there several years ago that had deck leaks, bad cracks around the ports (wet core freezing???), and diesel in the bilge. If this boat is that one, they are asking too much. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com]

Stus-List GENCO canvas near Toronto

2017-08-14 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I need to take my canvas back to them for winter work later this year. Is there anything interesting near there to do if I am going to drive all that way anyway? Never been near their shop and had to fight some NAFTA inspired customs billing nightmare last time we shipped anything, so driving

Stus-List desperate measures + shroud issues

2017-08-14 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
My plastic shroud guards (split plastic over the shrouds) managed to collect a TON of nasty dirt and pollen under them. The stainless looked really nasty! I decided I hate these things and dumpsterized them. I got an idea and got my pressure washer from home to see if I could clean them. It

Re: Stus-List Electrical panel

2017-08-10 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
3 issues: 1. The circuit breakers. They are cheap enough on Fleabay or Port Supply or Defender new, I would never get used ones. 2. The panel – nice new Blue Seas or Paneltronics look so good…but the actual breakers are the same as ever. 3. The wiring behind them. You may want

Re: Stus-List Autopilot ST4000+ issue

2017-08-08 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The Seatalk one or the real old 4000. If it is real old, mine will sometimes fill up with water and act odd - to say the least - until I drain it and dry it out. Joe Coquina -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Mike Rose via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Derelict C 24 MKII

2017-08-07 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The only way I see this working is selling the lead for scrap. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List Sent: Monday, August 7, 2017 1:22 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Chuck Gilchrest Subject: Re: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Refit for a 1981 Landfall 38

2017-08-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
years, and their wire products for marine use are equal or superior to just about anything else our there, and reasonably priced. — Fred Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C Landfall 38) -- Bayfield, WI On Aug 1, 2017, at 8:54 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mai

Re: Stus-List Refit for a 1981 Landfall 38

2017-08-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
it now stuff. Dennis C. Touche' 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA On Tue, Aug 1, 2017 at 7:40 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: Be warned – learned this the hard way – If 1981 C wiring is as good as 1973 wiring was, it is ALL about to t

Re: Stus-List Refit for a 1981 Landfall 38

2017-08-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
nt for years. It is volume based. As a low volume buyer, my discount is negligible. I can buy stuff online cheaper than West Marine Pro. It's OK for the gotta have it now stuff. Dennis C. Touche' 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA On Tue, Aug 1, 2017 at 7:40 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list

Re: Stus-List Refit for a 1981 Landfall 38

2017-08-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
They finally discovered tinned wire? ☺ Joe Coquina From: syerd...@gmail.com [mailto:syerd...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2017 8:47 AM To: Della Barba, Joe <joe.della.ba...@ssa.gov> Cc: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Refit for a 1981 Landfall 38 With the exception o

Re: Stus-List Refit for a 1981 Landfall 38

2017-08-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Be warned – learned this the hard way – If 1981 C wiring is as good as 1973 wiring was, it is ALL about to turn into black dust. I started a one hour project and ended up rewiring my whole boat! Speaking of wiring, Blue Seas stuff is great and frequently on Fleabay for a huge discount. Do also

Stus-List Atomic 4 (or other 2" foot alternator mount engine) Balmar upgrade for cheap

2017-07-31 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
http://www.moyermarine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10322 Joe Coquina ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All

Re: Stus-List Overloaded boat overturns near Cape Cod Canal

2017-07-27 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I was caught out in bad weather in our old 16 foot bow rider once. With just 2 of us, we did OK, but overloaded like that we would have stuffed the bow and flooded the boat no doubt. Yikes! Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David via CnC-List Sent:

Re: Stus-List US Watercraft receivership

2017-07-25 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I had a hard time thinking of the “new” C as related to “real” C in any way except the logo, but then they went and changed that too. I used to think sailors got tired of sailing and bought trawlers, but an informal look around shows the end destination of sailors seems to be a nice center

Re: Stus-List Voltages

2017-07-21 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
It is not absolutely 100% the batteries are done for. 99% maybe, but sometimes wet cells, especially traction batteries, can take a good equalizing charge and come back to life with some capacity left. My old extra car had a short that would run the battery stone cold dead. It survived about 3

Re: Stus-List Voltages

2017-07-20 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
te of charge of the battery? I thought that is what the internal regulator was supposed to do to prevent overcharging. Dave On Jul 20, 2017, at 11:21 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: Battery voltage with the engine

Re: Stus-List Voltages

2017-07-20 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Battery voltage with the engine on should be 13.8 volts or higher. Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David Knecht via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, July 20, 2017 11:11 AM To: CnC CnC discussion list Cc: David Knecht

Re: Stus-List Under-deck autopilot story...

2017-07-19 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The 35 MK I has a pretty good emergency tiller. I used to use it to steer from under the dodger in the rain. If it had a hinge and was about a foot longer it would be as good as if the boat was designed to be tiller steered with the exception of the drag form moving the wheel. Joe Coquina

Re: Stus-List Rules of the road.

2017-07-19 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
What “working boat” rule exactly does he think there is? Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Brian Fry via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 6:12 PM To: cnc-list Cc: Brian Fry Subject: Stus-List Rules of

Re: Stus-List Rules of the Road

2017-07-18 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
*Commercial Fishing with gear*, not Billy and Bubba with some lines over ;) From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of JP Mail via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 4:27 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: JP Mail Subject: Re: Stus-List Rules

Re: Stus-List Rules of the Road

2017-07-18 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Try buying a powerboat. Most powerboaters will sort of reluctantly admit sail has right of way, but no way in hell will a big powerboat EVER yield to a small one - EVER. I learned real fast with my ski boat I was completely invisible to the bigger powerboats. Joe Coquina From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Rules of the Road

2017-07-18 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
That happens, people are clueless, and in the USA at least, commercial has nothing to do with it either. Joe Coquina -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of robert via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 10:31 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com

Stus-List Anyone need an engine? A4 for sale

2017-07-17 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Just saw this: http://www.moyermarine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10297 No knowledge except what you read there, this is FYI Joe Coquina C 35 MK I ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution

Re: Stus-List Raymarine Autopilot Question

2017-07-17 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Note that many cell phone holsters have strong magnets to hold the case closed too. If you sit near where the fluxgate is…… From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Russ & Melody via CnC-List Sent: Monday, July 17, 2017 1:16 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Russ &

Re: Stus-List Thinking about a new boom - where to start?

2017-07-12 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Carb pots are EVERYWHERE here in the Chesapeake, but I am puzzled how one could affect the boom??? I haven’t caught one in ages, but the rule we learned back when I was a kid was NEVER EVER even THINK about recovering the trap on deck and hooking it back up. Always just cut the line

Re: Stus-List Outboard for sale

2017-07-12 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Dang – forgot the price. $500 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, July 12, 2017 9:37 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Della Barba, Joe <joe.della.ba...@ssa.gov> Subject: Stus-List Outboard for sale Before

Stus-List Outboard for sale

2017-07-12 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Before I put it on Craigslist, is anyone interested in a year 2000 6 HP 2 stroke short shaft Johnson? The engine runs fine, but it was a little small for the Boston Whaler so I bought a 15 HP. Starts right up and only weighs around 60 pounds ☺ Joe Coquina C 35 MK I

Re: Stus-List 1986 C 44 balsa core isolated or not

2017-07-11 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
you use the boat, the less likely you are to have issues too. Joe Coquina From: Dan [mailto:dgcorm...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2017 10:00 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Della Barba, Joe <joe.della.ba...@ssa.gov> Subject: Re: Stus-List 1986 C 44 balsa core isolated or not

Stus-List Anyone in Oriental to look at a boat?

2017-07-11 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Joe Coquina ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated!

Re: Stus-List 1986 C 44 balsa core isolated or not

2017-07-10 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Time for a new surveyor! From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of John Irvin via CnC-List Sent: Monday, July 10, 2017 4:56 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: John Irvin Subject: Re: Stus-List 1986 C 44 balsa core isolated or not I'm surprised the

Re: Stus-List C 40 question

2017-07-06 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Barba, Joe via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, July 06, 2017 9:55 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: Della Barba, Joe Subject: Re: Stus-List C 40 question That raises a question – does anyone actually take showers in the head? I could technically do this if I put the show

Re: Stus-List C 40 question

2017-07-06 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
ch dark wood below. "less is more" With all that weight. it would be hard to sail to her rating... Ron C. Impromptu 38 MK II 1977 Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" <cnc-list@c

Re: Stus-List C 40 question

2017-07-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, July 5, 2017 3:18 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Della Barba, Joe <joe.della.ba...@ssa.gov> Subject: Re: Stus-List C 40 question Crusader 40 - sort of resembles a Bermuda 40, long keel with a centerbo

Re: Stus-List C 40 question

2017-07-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
much dark wood below. "less is more" With all that weight. it would be hard to sail to her rating... Ron C. Impromptu 38 MK II 1977 Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone Original message From: "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" <cnc-

Re: Stus-List C 40 question

2017-07-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
t;less is more" With all that weight. it would be hard to sail to her rating... Ron C. Impromptu 38 MK II 1977 Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone ---- Original message From: "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc

Stus-List C 40 question

2017-07-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1981/C%26C-Yachts-C%26amp%3BC-40-3102940/Oriental/NC/United-States#.WVz3qmYUk6Y Has anyone seen this boat? Two things come to mind, one is the bow pulpit looks bent and the second is outside of cardboard, I cannot image a worse material for a holding tank then

Re: Stus-List Treating Monel water tanks

2017-07-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Just did some Google-Fu and Monel might not be especially good with chlorine. J From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, July 5, 2017 10:11 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Joel Aronson Subject: Re:

Re: Stus-List Treating Monel water tanks

2017-07-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
+1 I always thought Monel was the most corrosion-proof type of metal to be had. I can tell you my fresh water system benefits hugely from putting the whole bottle of Clorox in once a year, flushing it through, and adding a little bit with every fill. I have fiberglass tanks. We still don’t

Re: Stus-List 33 mk2 Mast step loads

2017-06-27 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I used a total of ½" aluminum on mine when I rebuilt it. It looks about 20 times stronger than the original was too. Joe Coquina CC 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Russ & Melody via CnC-List Sent: Monday, June 26, 2017 9:18 PM To:

Re: Stus-List Air in fuel line #2

2017-06-26 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
If magnets kill living cells, the MRI machine would be really dangerous! Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Monday, June 26, 2017 4:15 PM To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Subject: Re:

Re: Stus-List Air in fuel line #2

2017-06-26 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
AFAIK best practice for a diesel is 10 microns before the fuel pump and 2 microns on the engine after the fuel pump. Passagemaker had a series of articles on this. Joe Della Barba Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Gary Smith via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Looking for used RF Headsail of 34

2017-06-23 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
FYI: My furling genoa is about 95% used up. I have been looking for one for about 3 years now and no luck. NO ONE is getting rid of a nice furling genoa unless the boat sank. Racing sails – plenty of them. If the sail is the wrong size or it needs a cover, you are looking at $500 minimum to get

Re: Stus-List C 35 MK I engine survey

2017-06-19 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Sent: Monday, June 19, 2017 11:31 AM To: CnClist <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: Dennis C. <capt...@gmail.com> Subject: Re: Stus-List C 35 MK I engine survey On Mon, Jun 19, 2017 at 10:23 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>

Stus-List C 35 MK I engine survey

2017-06-19 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
For everyone that has a diesel engine retrofit: 1. What engine? 2. Did it fit on the standard engine bed? 3. What prop? 4. Are you using the original strut? THANKS Joe Coquina ___ This list is supported by the generous

Re: Stus-List 2GM15 salt water cooled engine overheating

2017-06-19 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Get a big bucket of vinegar and a bunch of cheap vinegar from the dollar store. Run it through the engine a few times. Salt and minerals plate out inside the engine and insulate the block from the water. I did this yearly when I had a RWC engine. The head also likes an annual vinegar treatment

Re: Stus-List Fuel conditioners

2017-06-19 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I don’t know about your engine, but with my old 300D Mercedes in the winter I would add 1 gallon of gasoline to a tank of diesel. I am not sure modern engines will tolerate this, but the old car liked it. As to the rest: If the ONLY issue is water, a good fuel polishing machine will get it. The

Re: Stus-List C 40 bolts

2017-06-12 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
-List Sent: Monday, June 12, 2017 3:29 PM To: Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: Danny Haughey <djhaug...@juno.com> Subject: Re: Stus-List C 40 bolts Hi Joe, Yea but, the right thing to do is, when you realize the condition is far more difficult to address, is ca

Re: Stus-List C 40 bolts

2017-06-12 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Keep in mind this boat was over 100 feet long and the owner was in a hurry to be going again ;) Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Danny Haughey via CnC-List Sent: Monday, June 12, 2017 3:29 PM To: Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.

Re: Stus-List C 40 bolts

2017-06-12 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The first time I needed to tighten my keelbolts, Port Annapolis gave me a big socket wrench and said have at it - $0.00 ☺ 5 hours seems 4 too high just to tighten a few bolts! That said, and having once been in the business, estimating jobs on boats is incredibly hard to do. Imagine all the

Re: Stus-List centerboard cable broken

2017-06-12 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
FYI - old trick to the board up: Take a line from port to starboard under the boat. Start at the bow and walk aft, you should be able to get the board back up and then tie the line off. Joe Coquina -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of

Re: Stus-List Bye bye pretty boat.

2017-06-09 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I expect to see a lot more of that ☹ Right now, and probably trending towards worse and worse, buying a sailboat big enough to need a slip that is older is definitely a “falling knife” investment if there ever was one. If the boat ends up needing sails, an engine, and interior while you own

Re: Stus-List 33-2 question where does the hose in the bottom of the ice box drain to?

2017-06-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Just FYI – you may want to rethink that plan. Ever have milk spill in the icebox? Your boat will smell extra-special for a long time! Joe Coquina C 35 MK i From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Tim Sippel via CnC-List Sent: Monday, June 5, 2017 2:05 PM To:

Re: Stus-List Landfall 43

2017-06-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
inneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C Landfall 38) -- Bayfield, WI On Jun 5, 2017, at 10:31 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: Anyone have one? My wife saw a photo and really liked the boat. I have no experience with them at all.

Stus-List Landfall 43

2017-06-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Anyone have one? My wife saw a photo and really liked the boat. I have no experience with them at all. Joe Della Barba DCSI 410-966-7255 ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 137, Issue 20

2017-06-05 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
My 35 MK I has two water tanks and only one was listed on the brochure. I always assumed extra tanks were an option not everyone ordered. Joe Coquina -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Lee Rosenbaum via CnC-List Sent: Monday, June 5,

Re: Stus-List Siphoning bilge pump hose?

2017-06-02 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
My bilge pump outlets are aft on the starboard side right under the rail. Joe Coquina -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of robert via CnC-List Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 1:37 PM To: RANDY ; cnc-list

Re: Stus-List Ordered a CNG filler adapter today

2017-06-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Addendum: Filling a 2200 PSI tank with a 2200 PSI hose take a LONG time. The last little bit takes forever. Joe Della Barba From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, June 1, 2017 10:29 AM To: bushma...@aol.com; cnc-list

Re: Stus-List Ordered a CNG filler adapter today

2017-06-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Coquina From: bushma...@aol.com [mailto:bushma...@aol.com] Sent: Thursday, June 1, 2017 10:26 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Della Barba, Joe <joe.della.ba...@ssa.gov> Subject: Re: Stus-List Ordered a CNG filler adapter today Joe, thank you for posting this; I have need of one of

Stus-List Ordered a CNG filler adapter today

2017-06-01 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
We ran out of CNG last week in mid coffee making :( Transferring to the grill on the stern saved the day, but I just could not bear the thought of another $70-$100 or so tank exchange. I got this

Re: Stus-List C 40 for sale

2017-05-30 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The yard I was at in westport did it on a C 41 I looked at On 5/30/2017 4:10 PM, Andrew Burton via CnC-List wrote: The guy with the 40 for sale in the Rio Dulce did it...with success he says. Andy C 40 Peregrine Andrew Burton 61 West Narragansett Ave Newport, RI USA 02840 +401 965 5260 On May 30,

Re: Stus-List Centerboard pin

2017-05-30 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Not as much of a job as it is if the pin fails and the centerboard is hanging under the boat by the cable! From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bunky via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, May 30, 2017 3:46 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Bunky

Re: Stus-List C 40 for sale

2017-05-30 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Anyone know how hard it is to saw a foot or two off the keel? 6 feet is the absolute max for me. Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, May 30, 2017 11:24 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Joel Aronson

Re: Stus-List the foam monster that ate the v-berth

2017-05-30 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
UPDATE: After a 4 day trip, I have to say this has worked out fantastic! The increase in comfort is huge and the $$$ small. Joe Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, May 9, 2017 8:27 AM To: cnc-list@cnc

Re: Stus-List Honey - was RE: A C 39 that has not been trashed! Was C 39 trash project

2017-05-25 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
If my mistress starts leaking or ticking, I think there might be an issue as well. Just sayin Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2017 2:03 PM To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C.

Re: Stus-List The beauty of theC 39

2017-05-25 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I don’t even own a 39 and I started it ☺ Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Burton via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2017 10:51 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Andrew Burton Subject: Stus-List The beauty of theC

Re: Stus-List A C 39 that has not been trashed! Was C 39 trash project

2017-05-25 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The 39s may have issues, but I swear they have to be about the prettiest thing C ever made :) I wonder if a short bowsprit and moving the forestay out half a foot would solve the roundup issue. My 35 MK I looks a lot like a 39 with a few feet cut off and we don't suffer that round-up issue to

Re: Stus-List Battery compartment and battery boxes. SS straps?

2017-05-22 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
" Josh On May 22, 2017 10:17 AM, "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: The other big reason is containing the acid. Long story, but TLDR; version is we had wet cells not in boxes and one cracked open during a

Re: Stus-List Battery compartment and battery boxes. SS straps?

2017-05-22 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
The other big reason is containing the acid. Long story, but TLDR; version is we had wet cells not in boxes and one cracked open during a hurricane and generated a stinky mess when the acid got in the bilge and then into a locker with our extra food and ate through the cans. “Never mind

Re: Stus-List Battery compartment and battery boxes

2017-05-18 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
My gel batteries are not in boxes. You can cut them in half and they would not leak. Joe Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David Knecht via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, May 18, 2017 12:06 PM To: CnC CnC discussion list Cc: David

Re: Stus-List C 34 Windlass

2017-05-16 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I have installed windlasses on some various boats, but no C, if that helps. Step 1 is a roller with a fair lead to where the windlass will be. Joe Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of DON JONSSON via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, May 16, 2017 3:53 PM To:

Re: Stus-List Fogged, Scratched Plexiglass - Good home test, now to try it on our companionway hatches...

2017-05-12 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
FYI: I got some Prism polish for my stainless steel grill. One of my old cars has foggy headlights that nothing seemed to fix, so I figured nothing to lose and the Prism stuff did GREAT on the headlights. (also did great on the grill) Joe Coquina From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List C 35 Mk1 rudder replace/rebuild

2017-05-11 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Having my original rudder, I have to ask how you went through *2*??? Joe Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Derek DeVries via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, May 11, 2017 3:53 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Derek DeVries Subject:

Stus-List nature's head

2017-05-09 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
Does anyone have one? Thinking about a plumbing reduction. Joe Coquina ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All

Re: Stus-List the foam monster that ate the v-berth

2017-05-09 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
tedtopper.com>. I bought one ten years ago, and it's as comfortable as it was when I bought it. Alan Bergen 35 Mk III Thirsty Rose City YC Portland, OR On Mon, May 8, 2017 at 1:31 PM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: I had fi

Stus-List the foam monster that ate the v-berth

2017-05-08 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I had finally had enough of the 1980 era fabric on 1973 era foam v-berth cushions and decided to make something better. I ordered a 6 inch thick king sized memory foam mattress and an electric carving knife from Amazon, drew an outline of the cushions, and started cutting. So far so good ☺ I

Re: Stus-List Hunter 26 in Trouble Yesterday at Chatfield

2017-05-08 Thread Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List
I would rather be in 90 in my boat than 65 in a Hunter 26! Joe Coquina C 35 MK I From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of RANDY via CnC-List Sent: Monday, May 8, 2017 12:05 PM To: cnc-list Cc: RANDY Subject: Re:

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