Re: Stus-List Assymetrical spinnaker pole

2016-06-17 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Many areas handicap a traditional boat (one designed for a symmetric spinnaker and pole) differently for a symmetric spinnaker vs asymmetric. In Nova Scotia for example a C as a masthead boat would have a 9 sec/mile credit if the only spinnaker declared was an asymmetric tacked centerline at

Re: Stus-List Sales tax in Canada

2016-06-17 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
A sale between private owners incurs tax in Nova Scotia and likely in the rest of Canada. The only difference between the private sale and using a broker is that the broker usually does this as part of the business procedures vs the private sale where the buyer is supposed to remit it (usually

Re: Stus-List Success - Re: Starting Problem

2016-06-16 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
: Starting Problem Absolutely - but my hourly rate might be a bit shocking. There is no cure for birth and death save to enjoy the interval. - George Santayana On 2016-06-16 3:28 PM, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List wrote: > Mark > > Can you come and check out my truck? > > I think I

Re: Stus-List Success - Re: Starting Problem

2016-06-16 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Mark Can you come and check out my truck? I think I have a voltage leak somewhere underneath in one of the many wiring bundles .. Mike 2008 Silverado 1500 (Yet to be named) Halifax, NS -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dr. Mark

Re: Stus-List Crack at trailing edge of lower spreader on LF38

2016-06-13 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I had the two port side spreaders on our J27 show small cracks on trailing edge. This was a result of leaving them attached to mast in the winter with the mast down (lesson learned). We took them to a local welder who does aluminum welding and he fixed them. Cost was reasonable and the

Stus-List Gear, shaft positin, transmission, folding ---- RE: (no subject)

2016-06-09 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
The two things I take away from this are that 1. YES - a geared folding prop is much better than a floppy Martec folding prop and that 2. a Martec folding prop should have shaft aligned such that the blades are horizontal so that they stay folded esp in light wind. So if the shaft is aligned

Re: Stus-List Right of way (ROW) discussion

2016-06-09 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Chuck It seems that Pilot boats use horn signals and that Container ships trump all vessels. Last evening during a Wednesday race with 30+ sailboats in varying classes in light winds the Pilot boat leaving the harbour stopped mid fleet turned backwards and repeatedly sounded their horn for a

Stus-List Kanzaki Transmission in forward or reverse while sailing?

2016-06-08 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Can anybody verify this? We have a Kanzaki KM3P transmission on our Yanmar 3GM30F. We always have in reverse while sailing. It would be very good to know if this is a roblem! Mike From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Paul Baker via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday,

Re: Stus-List flexofold vs Martec

2016-06-07 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: Mike, yes, I swapped from a Martec (non-geared) to a flex-o-fold about 6 years ago on Mojito (35-3). There was a dramatic difference in reverse capabilities. On Jun 7, 2016, at 9:41 AM, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<m

Stus-List flexofold vs Martec

2016-06-07 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
On Persistence we currently have a Martec RH 16 DX 14P 2 blade elliptical folding propeller that is approximately 10 years old on our Yanmar 3GM30F. I back in to my slip because when I am motoring in reverse I can stop very quickly by putting in fwd. If driving forward into a slip I cannot

Re: Stus-List Propeller - flexofold

2016-06-07 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Bruno What did they charge you for that prop? Mike From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bruno Lachance via CnC-List Sent: Monday, June 06, 2016 7:00 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Bruno Lachance Subject: Re: Stus-List Propeller Robin, I do remember the

Re: Stus-List Adjustable backstay?

2016-06-02 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Francois You are correct about the 6 inches for masthead. This is about the same on our Frers 33. It seems very odd when compared with the backstay adjustment on a fractional rig like our former J27 or the C 115 we raced. On the 27 backstay pullt the top of mast aft in feet not inches. It

Re: Stus-List Adjustable backstay?

2016-06-02 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Lorne Mostly the backstay on a masthead rig tensions or eases tension on the forestay. This affects jib shape mostly but still does help with mast bend a bit for the main as well Mike From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Lorne Serpa via CnC-List Sent:

Stus-List Pajot Fontaine Lipari

2016-06-02 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I realize this may be a long shot but friends are looking to purchase a Pajot Fontaine Lipari Maestro. They had an accepted offer on one but the sellers changed their minds. This is the "Maestro" version which has three cabins rather than 4. If anybody on this list knows of one that may be

Re: Stus-List Stripping Cabin Sole

2016-05-31 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
John One caution. The veneer on newer Teak and Holly marine plywood is extremely thin. Be careful not to do much if any sanding along with this Mike Persistence Halifax, NS -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of John Pennie via

Re: Stus-List winches were too powerful?

2016-05-30 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
We had electric Lewmar 43 for Primaries when we bought Persistence. During the delivery I noted that anyone with a tendency to over sheet liked using the electric winches. I quickly turned off the power to the winches before someone broke something. I really did not like the electric

Re: Stus-List My Experience and Mistakes With Interlux Brightside/Interlux Prekote

2016-05-27 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Ryan The boat looks really nice. Congratulations on a job well done Mike Persistence HAlifax From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ryan Doyle via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 12:46 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Ryan Doyle Subject: Stus-List My

Re: Stus-List 30-1 PHRF Rating

2016-05-20 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
nelson <jhnelso...@gmail.com<mailto:jhnelso...@gmail.com>> Subject: Re: Stus-List 30-1 PHRF Rating Thanks Mike I'll look into this. I have dacron sails and only the one spin. Jib is 135. So should definitely qualify. Sent from my Samsung device Original message ---- Fro

Re: Stus-List 30-1 PHRF Rating

2016-05-20 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Jeff If your main and jibs are dacron and if you only have one jib > 110% and only one nylon spinnaker you qualify for recreational adjustment with is a further +6 Mike From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of jhnelson via CnC-List Sent: Friday, May 20, 2016 10:15 AM

Re: Stus-List Older C Bow Navigational lights

2016-05-17 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Bill Dry red is a 1974 C 25-1. I spent many pleasant evenings sitting in the cockpit and many less pleasant days losing races to that boat. Mike From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill Coleman via CnC-List Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 10:27 PM To:

Re: Stus-List Topside thru hull type

2016-05-13 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Love the Name on the side of your boat. Great job! From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2016 5:30 PM To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Subject: Stus-List Topside thru hull type Listers, Consider chrome when installing or

Re: Stus-List Binnacle website

2016-05-09 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I normally just go to the store ... several times per day. I think website would be cheaper. Especially if down If there is a problem I know Eric who runs the web side of business. Let me know and I can stop in and inform them Mike Persistence Halifax

Re: Stus-List Selling The Office

2016-05-06 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Does this mean everyone on the list now has to buy a Hylas? From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dave via CnC-List Sent: Friday, May 06, 2016 1:38 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: davidjaco...@comcast.net Subject: Re: Stus-List Selling The Office Joel, Congrats.

Re: Stus-List West System cored hull time to cure

2016-05-02 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
“You can’t just plug a 2” hole if you decide transducer is no good.” Yes you can in fact. May not be a 1 day job but is done frequently but must be done properly I do however echo the sentiment about using the holes for any existing transducers. A C 36 was a pretty large and expensive boat

Re: Stus-List 30-1 Mainsail Foot Length

2016-05-02 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
It looks as though the sail may have been purchased used from another boat. It is a bit short on the hoist and quite short on the foot. In our area we do not give any credits for an undersized main. One option is to buy a new properly sized main if you plan to do much racing. However before

Re: Stus-List rich knowles

2016-04-29 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Thanks Russ __ From: CnC-List [cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] on behalf of Russ & Melody via CnC-List [cnc-list@cnc-list.com] Sent: April 29, 2016 10:22 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Russ & Melody Subject: Re: Stus-List rich knowles Hi Mike, Rich is no

Stus-List rich knowles

2016-04-29 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
hey Rich hope you are still monitoring this list currently we are sitting in the wardroom with a great view of Indigo. this evenings hosts included one Rich Knowles from afar and all were very grateful. I especially want to note that your toast to Travis was particularly well received mike

Stus-List racing other people's boats

2016-04-29 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Dennis I read your comments and just started nodding my head and almost laughed out loud (about the breaking stuff) It is in fact much cheaper to break stuff on other people’s boats than on your own! Last year we had a spinnaker snafu on Koobalibra (C) that cost Dave $800. On Persistence we

Re: Stus-List Tohatsu Outboard

2016-04-28 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Two comments. 1. The six and I believe newer 9.9 have a thumb set screw to lock in centered position 2. +1 on the forces when comes in and out of water hobbyhorsing. We had a motor mount break in half sending a one year old tohatsu 6 hl to the bottom over 150 Ft below. That and a previous

Re: Stus-List Tohatsu Outboard

2016-04-28 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I had several 6 hp tobatsu and one 2.5. these are the makers of mercury 15 and under and are the same as Nissan. Good motors From: CnC-List [cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] on behalf of Mark McMenamy via CnC-List [cnc-list@cnc-list.com] Sent: April 27,

Re: Stus-List 30-1 Displacement (was Re: Early 30-1 Interior Doors)

2016-04-25 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Marek I do believe that it is illegal to remove certain items that area part of a boat when racing. Removing an anchor is not illegal so long as there is still one aboard. I believe that was what was implied. Many of us carry two anchors aboard Mike From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List engine update. Thank you list and thank you Josh

2016-04-24 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Muckley not Meckley. Sorry Josh. Autocorrect is a cruel mistress From: CnC-List [cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] on behalf of Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List [cnc-list@cnc-list.com] Sent: April 24, 2016 8:08 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Hoyt, Mike Subject

Stus-List engine update. Thank you list and thank you Josh

2016-04-24 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Apr 4 launch and motor to slip. Apr 8 run motor 1/2 hr and prep mast Apr 9 on mast stepping day motor will not start. Acts as though airlock in fuel lines. Warp boat to spar crane to step mast and the post to Stu's List for help. Apr 10 armed with suggestions from list and in particular Josh

Re: Stus-List Raymarine tech support is a dead end)

2016-04-22 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
From: CnC-List [cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] on behalf of Graham Collins via CnC-List [cnc-list@cnc-list.com] Sent: April 22, 2016 7:12 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Graham Collins Subject: Re: Stus-List Raymarine tech support is a dead end) I'd

Stus-List Yanmar Governor issues?

2016-04-20 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
HI all. Josh Muckley and I have been working on my Yanmar 3GM30F together via email. This list is without a doubt the best source of sailboat information I have encountered. With Josh's help for diesel issues, Fred for electronics and all the other experience it is a treasure for owners. I

Re: Stus-List Depth transducer troubleshooting

2016-04-20 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Bill See if your chandlery might loan you a transducer for an afternoon. I once purchased an ST40 bi-data that had erratic depth behavior and on loan of a spare transducer had same behavior. It was the control head In 2014 we purchased i50/i60 tri pack. Occasionally the depth would start to

Stus-List starter switch in engine compartment

2016-04-12 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Sometimes it is desirable to be able to have a starter switch inside when working on my motor. How have people on this list accomplished this? Is it a temporary or permanent solution? Mike ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of

Re: Stus-List Boom fittings for reefing attachments

2016-04-11 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Josh Your idea for single line reef is pretty much the stock setup on the c 115. On the 115 it runs inside the boom though to a shiv on the end. I believe there may be some mechanical advantage inside the boom as well but of course cannot see. What we have noted is that there is a lot of

Re: Stus-List 3gm30f airlock

2016-04-09 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
-list@cnc-list.com] Sent: April 9, 2016 2:50 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Bill Connon Subject: Re: Stus-List 3gm30f airlock Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List wrote: > any suggestions on how to work around this? > > started and ran yesterday. no l

Stus-List 3gm30f airlock

2016-04-09 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
any suggestions on how to work around this? started and ran yesterday. no luck today ___ 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 Boom fittings for reefing attachments

2016-04-08 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Josh The 2007 C that we race and the 2008 C that I sail on both are just tied around the boom. I think that more or less says this is still how it is done. Our own ancient Frers 33 also tied around a painted boom. No wear on paint on the two C and the wear I see on the Frers boom is not

Re: Stus-List Steering Cables

2016-04-01 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Chris You mentioned Halifax and your boat is Northern Light. Is this the blue C in Halifax at RNSYS? Mike -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Christian Tirtirau via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2016 10:21 PM To:

Re: Stus-List A little help from our neighbors up north...

2016-04-01 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
John I echo Ken’s comments about our Spring in Nova Scotia. This week we had 50+ F (10, 14, 11, 7 C) temperatures Thursday thru Sunday. Perfect weather for Spring Commissioning, paint, epoxy tasks. This is to be followed by below freezing and 15-20 cm (6-8 in) snow Monday and Tuesday and

Re: Stus-List Gasket?

2016-03-31 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
[mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2016 1:05 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: Hoyt, Mike <mike.h...@impgroup.com<mailto:mike.h...@impgroup.com>> Subject: Stus-List Gasket? Looking for idea

Re: Stus-List Gasket?

2016-03-31 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2016 2:11 PM To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Subject: Re: Stus-List Gasket? Sounds like a spot for white silicon to me. Dennis C. On Thu, Mar 31, 2016 at 12:04 PM, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-li

Stus-List Gasket?

2016-03-31 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Looking for ideas. The cabin sole on our boat sits in a recessed molded liner. To fit the new sole the old one was used as template and several fittings took place. Despite all this there is a gap between the molded edge of the hull liner and the edge of the new sole that varies from 1/8 to

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

2016-03-30 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
, Suite Nine Louisville, Kentucky 40220-1462 502-584-7255 -Original Message- From: Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> To: cnc-list <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> Cc: Hoyt, Mike <mike.h...

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

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:

Re: Stus-List Stus-CNG tank refills

2016-03-21 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Same question for me. Boat from Massachusetts and living now in nova scotia From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Richard N. Bush via CnC-List Sent: Monday, March 21, 2016 2:56 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Richard N. Bush Subject: Re: Stus-List Stus-CNG tank

Stus-List cabin sole question/update

2016-03-19 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Hi All sections of new cabin sole are cut out and fitted and now the coating is in progress. I have two coats of West 105/207 on the finished side of the teak and holly as well as underneath and on edges. Following epoxy I am planning a number of coats of Epifanes varnish on the finished

Re: Stus-List Docks are in!

2016-03-19 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
the ground hog! John Sent from my iPad On Mar 18, 2016, at 12:33 PM, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: Dropped by my club today at noon and my finger pier is now in and waiting for me! This is over one full month ahead of last year Guess

Re: Stus-List cabin sole question/update

2016-03-19 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I'd use thinner between coats of varnish too. I don't know what Ephiphanes recommends for the number of coats. I used Cetol natural x 3. I imagine that's the minimum you would apply. Joel 35/3 Annapolis On Wed, Mar 16, 2016 at 1:28 PM, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<

Re: Stus-List Stainless grab rails

2016-03-19 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I agree with Dwight. What would you do with all your spare time each Spring if you didn’t have teak handrails to sand and refinish? From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2016 9:41 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc:

Stus-List Docks are in!

2016-03-18 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Dropped by my club today at noon and my finger pier is now in and waiting for me! This is over one full month ahead of last year Guess I had better get busy Mike Persistence Halifax ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list

Re: Stus-List attaching grounding wires to keel bolts

2016-03-14 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Further to this topic. Our grounding wire is a braided copper strip approx. 3/8 inch wide and flat. A section has corroded and is no longer attached and that section needs to be replaced. Is this the same thing we are already discussing? Han I purchase o new section of this wire in the

Re: Stus-List Wanted - Traveler, Car & "T" track

2016-03-14 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
This is also the suitable car for a J27. If not sold on this list tray that one as well Formerly Nut Case J27 #150 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ted Drossos via CnC-List Sent: Friday, March 11, 2016 2:55 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Ted Drossos

Re: Stus-List best folding prop for 30 MK1 w/ A4

2016-03-07 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Paul And how is switching from forward to reverse? Does the boat stop quickly and start moving astern or si it like the martec where it keeps going forward for a long time? -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Paul Fountain via

Re: Stus-List Racing a 30-1

2016-03-01 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
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 PHRF C 34.

2016-03-01 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
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

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

2016-02-25 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
For a start I would measure it. Measure the luff and compare to your existing sail first. If much longer you may have problems with hoist. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Danny Haughey via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 5:30 PM To:

Re: Stus-List CPN 700i - transducers

2016-02-24 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Steve It is very nice for others to see the numbers, especially depth. Having the displays visible to everyone and not just helmsman can be a safety feature esp when the helmsperson is not closely watching depth From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Stevan Plavsa

Re: Stus-List Racing a 30-1

2016-02-24 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
If gusty and triangles and boats are “trying to stay in control or reduce weather helm” then bodies on the rail will keep you powered up and fast. Otherwise you will need a main trimmer to work very closely with helm to keep you on your feet If you JAM is triangles and everyone is at hull

Re: Stus-List Handicap questions for JAM racers

2016-02-23 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Ron Many areas have an adjustment for no spinnaker or publish a NFS rating for boats racing with No Flying Sails. In our area we adjust +18 for masthead boats with no spinnaker or +12 for fractional boats with no spinnaker. Other areas do +12 or +18 regardless if masthead or fractional.

Re: Stus-List When to reef C 33-2

2016-02-16 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Yup he is dreaming. First of all us old guys dream that we are 200 pounders and secondly we are not agile. We have raced with as many as 17 on the C 115 Koobalibra. Had a front and back row on the rail! We could really hold the spin on a tight angle that day (and we won the race) Mike

Re: Stus-List Made an offer on a C 35 mk2

2016-02-04 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I would not be too worried about buying without seeing the boat however it is not really necessary. This list gives each of us a lot of contacts all over North America in particular. Even one in Mexico! When we purchased Persistence we made an offer that was subject to survey. The offer was

Re: Stus-List repairing large wet deck core areas

2016-02-03 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Petar This link shows a recoring project on our former boat http://users.eastlink.ca/~mhoyt/Projects/recore/recore.htm Initially we had 4 stanchions that had cracked deck (not just gelcoat) at the stanchion bases. The first year I recored these four areas only. The link above details that

Re: Stus-List Made an offer on a C 35 mk2

2016-02-01 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Ending a race is a location with palm trees is FAR better than ending in a cold North Atlantic foggy port … From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, January 31, 2016 5:06 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Joel Aronson Subject:

Stus-List Boom vanging... Rigid vs Boomkicker

2016-01-29 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I think that on larger boats the rigid vangs are preferred but on the smaller boats perhaps the Boomkicker is a better option. Our 33 has an original equipment rigid vang (1987) that I think is Harken. Works well after many years and we have no complaints. On our J27 we added a US Spars

Re: Stus-List Mystery Coolant

2016-01-29 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Perhaps coolant was spilled elsewhere and gets washed down by rain? Not to sound too trivial but maybe check where spare coolant is stored on boat and see if it has been leaking from the bottle … From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ryan Doyle via CnC-List Sent:

Re: Stus-List C 25 cockpit table

2016-01-27 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Mark Our friends with the 1974 25 "Dry Red" modified the cabin table so that it could also be used in cockpit. They took the original tube that supports the table and replaced it with an aluminum tube that was threaded on both ends. One end threaded into the receptacle on the underside of

Re: Stus-List replacing Teak and Holly sole

2016-01-27 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Mobile Mail On Tuesday, January 26, 2016 Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: I am replacing the original sole on Persistence. It was ¾ inch teak and holly and thankfully can all be done with o

Re: Stus-List C Spinnaker Pole Lift install

2016-01-26 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Alex We had a 1974 C designed Paceship P23 a number of years ago and went through the same process. I found a used spinnaker from Atlantic Sail Traders I believe quite reasonably. For the mast we purchased a stationary rig from The Binnacle in Halifax

Stus-List replacing Teak and Holly sole

2016-01-26 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I am replacing the original sole on Persistence. It was ¾ inch teak and holly and thankfully can all be done with one 4x8 sheet. Thankfully especially since the one sheet I purchased is $609 CAD after taxes! I have already replaced the sole in the past on our J27 also teak and Holly and

Re: Stus-List Looking for recommendation on 33 mkii Genoa size

2016-01-25 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Doug Most new sails will be priced in US dollars. That will make a RF 125 cost approximately $1,000,000 CAD. Persistence is a Frers 33 which is very similar to the CC33-2. For RF we have a 100% pentex with taffeta both sides and an older square weave dacron 155 which seems a bit blown out.

Re: Stus-List Looking for recommendation on 33 mkii Genoa size

2016-01-25 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
likely wish for a smaller headsail most of the time Dwight Veinot C 35 MKII, Alianna Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS d.ve...@bellaliant.net<mailto:d.ve...@bellaliant.net> On Mon, Jan 25, 2016 at 9:42 AM, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com&g

Re: Stus-List Vessel Documentation - why?

2016-01-14 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Because it only cost $250 to not require an ugly 11A123456 plastered on the bow on each side. That is $250 well spent since the name of opur vessel is not “11A123456” but rather is “Persistence” Mike From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Patrick Davin via

Re: Stus-List Vessel Documentation

2016-01-13 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
We had our C from 1981 to 1990 and it was registered under the name “Blue Horizon No. 1”. Being a kid I had no idea about how the registration process worked only that it meant you did not require registration numbers to be displayed on the bow (ex. 11A….). A year ago we registered

Re: Stus-List Raymarine e-Series Chartplotters/MFDs

2016-01-13 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Marek Yes I can in fact adjust the brightness but I think that turns off auto dimming. You are correct though … not when making a passage at dusk between two shoals though My Raymarine a65 was a different story. It was always bright and lit up inside of boat from Nav station after dark.

Re: Stus-List Raymarine e-Series Chartplotters/MFDs

2016-01-12 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Edd We have a Garmin GPSMAP 740 at helm which has display size 6.0" x 3.6"; 7.0" diagonal. I find it pretty easy to read and use as a chart. At nav station we have a Raymarine A65 which has a 5.7 inch screen. I find the Raymarine screen is difficult to use as a chart because of its smaller

Re: Stus-List C 44 Custon

2016-01-12 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
This is a horrible ad. No information and not one decent picture of the boat. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of ed vanderkruk via CnC-List Sent: Monday, January 11, 2016 4:15 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: ed vanderkruk Subject: Stus-List C 44 Custon

Re: Stus-List C 44 Custon

2016-01-12 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
However, if “flipping” a boat was in fashion..compared to the one for sale in MA……….same vintage for $119K……….might be worth a project , maybe even a reality TV show……….. Ron C. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, January

Re: Stus-List winter condensation

2016-01-11 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
These are the same as the Eva Dry. I have one (1100) and it works well. Not the same volumes as a larger household dehumidifier but also not the same weight or bulk. I use it during the sailing season and always leave it powered on while the boat is at the dock. Is a great thing to have …

Re: Stus-List VHF / AIS

2016-01-11 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Hald held radios in the cockpit are not Gybe-proof or Broach-proof. In the first case had a Cobra submersible handheld sitting in a cupholder on the binnacle. A gybe on a windy day had the main sheet tear it apart! Antenna and all control buttons completely torn off and the battery gone.

Re: Stus-List Furler system

2016-01-06 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Curtis I the sails are that old and you do plan to enter some club races consider going 135% and tossing the old sails into a storage bin and throw away the key. Find your area phrf adjustments to ensure the sail is not just over a threshold and go from there. In our area the standard boat

Re: Stus-List winter condensation

2016-01-06 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
A few years back I purchase an Eva Dry condensorless dehumidifier https://www.eva-dry.com/dehumidifiers/eva-dry-1100-petite-dehumidifier/ (I am not sure if condensorless is a word but I think it works in this case) This is a 12v unit that weights approx. 4 lbs and removes up to one cup of

Re: Stus-List Automatic bilge pump switch help

2016-01-04 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Joel We have a diaphragm bilge pump with a Water Witch. Due to the nature of diaphragm pump it does not drain back and this switch does get the bilge close to dry Mike From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, January 02,

Stus-List folding vs geared folding prop

2015-12-22 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Interesting discussion. We have a Martec elliptical folding prop on a shaft on Persistence. Our friends with the C "Prospector" have a geared folding prop on a saildrive. When we arrived at in Cape Breton my friend Andy (owner of Prospector) wanted to move Persistence and he did it by coming

Re: Stus-List Folding prop for 30-1 with A4

2015-12-22 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
And Flex-o-Fold likely has WAY MORE reverse than something like a Martec! From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, December 22, 2015 10:37 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: dwight veinot Subject: Re: Stus-List Folding prop for

Re: Stus-List Lines led forward

2015-12-22 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Well it seems we have 10 clutches. 5 a side. Pole up, pole down, reef, main, stbd spin on stbd and port spin, jib, outhaul, vang on port with one spare clutch. We like to keep our Pit person busy! Note that this is almost identical to the setup on the C and 115 that we race. Add in

Re: Stus-List Winter discussions - depth sounder offset

2015-12-21 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
: Stus-List Winter discussions - depth sounder offset 134 years is a lot of sailing time. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 21 December 2015 at 10:28, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: We always offset to show

Re: Stus-List Winter discussions - depth sounder offset

2015-12-21 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
We always offset to show depth under the keel. For Nav purposes it is simple to add 6 feet but while sailing I don’t want to take that extra step of performing mental calculations when in skinny water. We spent 134 years sailing in a very shallow area where often the 0.5 was the number of

Re: Stus-List Winter discussions - depth sounder offset

2015-12-21 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
34 years is a lot of sailing time. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 21 December 2015 at 10:28, Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: We always offset to show depth under the keel. For Nav purposes it is simple to add 6 f

Re: Stus-List Cost to recover cushions

2015-12-17 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
we have sunbrella cushions. normally the red wine is sloshed all over the cockpit though. would lIke to keep it that way... but likely will have to corroborate Bob's findings within a few months From: CnC-List [cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] on behalf of

Re: Stus-List : off topic Skiing

2015-12-15 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Dennis Glad to see that you are back on your feet again. Even if sliding down a hill on them Mike From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Monday, December 14, 2015 10:34 PM To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Subject: Re: Stus-List : off topic

Re: Stus-List Refrigeration on C 35 mk III

2015-12-15 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Sam We have a SeaFrost system on Persistence. It runs with a cold plate that is cooled by running off belts from the boat’s motor. There is also the Shore Power assist which cools the cold plate with AC Shore Power. This type of system may work for you. 1 hour with Seafrost turned on under

Re: Stus-List Doyle Stack Pack or Mack Pack?

2015-12-10 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
I was looking at the Doyle Stack Pack information on their web site. It indicates that an existing sail can be converted to a stack pack sail. Persistence came with lazy jacks (since removed but still available for reinstallation). Also have an older UK Tape Drive main as well as an almost new

Re: Stus-List Doyle Stack Pack or Mack Pack?

2015-12-10 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
ory. What are you seeing that makes you think otherwise? Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C 37+ Solomons, MD On Dec 10, 2015 8:55 AM, "Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: I was looking at the Doyle Stack Pack information o

Stus-List Lazy Jacks

2015-12-10 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
“Legato” Ottawa, ON From: Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Sent: Thursday, December 10, 2015 8:53 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: Hoyt, Mike<mailto:mike.h...@impgroup.com> Subject: Re: Stus-List Doyle Stack Pack or Mack Pa

Re: Stus-List Boat tools

2015-12-09 Thread Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List
Patrick I have worn out three angle grinders (as well as 4 random orbital sanders) during 15 years of boat ownership. Of course most were on my J Boat which has even worse decks for water penetration and rot than C The angle grinder is pretty much my favourite tool and for at home too (makes

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