Stus-List Re: Stuffing Box

+1 on that; though I have mine for only 9 years. Marek 1994 #122 ”Legato” Ottawa, ON From: ssjohnson via CnC-List Sent: Monday, July 12, 2021 11:10 PM To: Stus-List Cc: ssjohnson Subject: Stus-List Re: Stuffing Box I've had a PSS shafted, and a DRY bilge for 10 years...think it is great. Sp

Stus-List Re: Insurance survey - surveyors

Hi, All this talk about the surveys, ... Any recommendations for surveyors around Ottawa, ON? Thanks Marek 1994 C270 Legato Ottawa ON Sent from my Android-based can on a string Thanks to all of the subscribers that contributed to the list to help with the costs involved. If you want to

Stus-List eFlares in Canada

Hello, This is a question to Canadian list members... Has anyone researched the use of electronic flares (e.g., Sirius C-1001) as a replacement for the pyrotechnic flares in Canada? So far, I found that they can be used, but that they do not _replace_ the need for the proper flares (6 or 12 of

Stus-List Re: Best Head Pump Lube

Super Lube. It is a Teflon-based lubricant. Recommended for head pumps by Peggy Hall (aka. Head Mistress). Marek -Original Message- From: Randal Stafford via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, May 22, 2021 12:58 AM To: Stus-List Cc: Randal Stafford Subject: Stus-List Best Head Pump Lube This

Stus-List Re: Line question

knot (weakening the rope) or sew an eye to attach to a padeye or becket. Nowhere near a strong as a proper double braid eye splice. Chuck Gilchrest S/V Half Magic 1983 35 Landfall Padanaram, MA (Marketing director and Rec Marine Products Manager, Novatec Braids Ltd.) From: Marek Dziedzic via

Stus-List Re: Line question

You should be able to find some climbing dynamic rope by meter (even in the US climbing ropes are usually sold by meter not by foot). Choices are more limited compared to pre-cut, but there are a few. Interestingly, Sailing Anarchy had a discussion on the topic. The dynamic climbing ropes are p

Stus-List Re: backstay tension?

Rob, I don't want to be too technical, but with split backstay like yours, the tension on the rod is not exactly the sum of the tension of the two wires. It is less (sum x cos(angle)) because you pull at an angle. Since you mention that you cannot reach the rod, the angle is probably not that b

Stus-List Re: help with shift cable issue

I think there is a set screw at the pedestal (I think on the forward side). Pretty hard to get to it. Marek 1994 C270 Legato Ottawa On Original message From: CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List Date: 2021-04-17 16:04 (GMT-05:00) To: Stus-List Cc: CHARLES SCHEAFFER Subject: Stus-

Stus-List Re: 35mk2 3.5" masthead sheaves

Different boat, but I have just replaced mine with the stuff from "Zephyrwerks, The Sheave Factory" (Zephyrwerks, The Sheave Factory). Really good quality. They are not the cheapest (around $40 each), but they are well-made. Marek 1994 C270 "Legato" Ottawa, ON Fr

Stus-List Re: Recommended Masthead/Deck Light combo replacement [now mast rebuild]

A Bluenose silver dollar would probably be more appropriate, but I don't think there is one from 1989. But a Canadian dime for sure is (e.g., https://www.coinsunlimited.ca/circulation-coins/all-canadian-circulation-coins-lots-rolls/1989-Canadian-10-Cent-Bluenose-Brilliant-Uncirculated). Marek Ot

Stus-List Re: Anyone have a Mustang Float Coat - are they still a thing?

Generally, the idea is not to fall off (treat it as a 900 ft drop) (:-) I know that this can easily start a long and protracted discussion. Sorry. Marek From: Joe Della Barba via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, March 4, 2021 10:00 AM To: 'Stus-List' Cc: j...@dellabarba.com Subject: Stus-List Anyone ha

Stus-List Re: Bilge monitor - now rebooting WiFi router remotely

The Novatel MiFi does not restart when the power comes up. You need to press the button on it. If you want a reliable Cellular hotspot that can be started by powering up the power supply, a Sierra Wireless AirCard (763) will work. It can also operate without the battery, so it is up only when yo

Stus-List Re: Bilge pumps

You can also use water-soluble markers to draw a line around and look for where the line gets dissolved. Marek From: Bob Mann via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, March 2, 2021 11:09 AM To: Stus-List Cc: Bob Mann Subject: Stus-List Re: Bilge pumps Check all intakes. Sprinkle a powder around aft as wa

Stus-List Re: Mast Ascent - various uses of climbing devices.

A couple of words of caution, if you are planning to use climbing gear to ascend the mast: - many ascenders have little teeth to provide the grip. These teeth can damage the rope. I would not use them on my halyards. If you want to use those, replace the halyard with a different rope that you w

Stus-List Re: masthead sheave thoughts?

+1 on Zephyrworkd Marek Original message From: Sam Salter via CnC-List Date: 2021-01-30 17:25 (GMT-05:00) To: Stus-List Cc: Sam Salter Subject: Stus-List Re: masthead sheave thoughts? I replaced my Rope/wire halyards with all rope about 12 or 13 years ago. But I also repla

Stus-List Re: America is out of the America's Cup

And certainly Italians did not have to help, but they did. AC is not for amateurs. This is a F1 for sailing, or actually more leading edge. The fact that we are talking about it shows that it is sailing. And it gets us exited. Marek Ottawa On Original message From: CHARLES S

Stus-List Re: Mainsail Gate

You might be well advised to make it yourself. In Canada, I couldn't find one for any reasonable price. And when you try having it delivered from the US, the shipping costs are ridiculous. Of course YMWV. Marek 1994 C270 Legato Ottawa, ON Original message From: Jean Forgues

Stus-List Re: Strong track, lazy jacks, stack pack

If you are asking about Lazy Jacks, I made them myself twice (for the old boat and for this one). There are many designs, some more complicated than others. I used a design that is very similar to what Harken has on their website. Depending on your preferences, you may want to design a system th

Stus-List Re: Maintenance that makes the boat work easier

Chuck, Great idea. I do it almost exactly the same (especially raising the jib). Apparently great minds think alike. I went one step further and when I got the boat, I replaced all blocks at the foot of the mast. They used to be bushing bearings, now they are all Garhauer ball bearing blocks.

Stus-List Re: Winch bit

Dwight, This is why I don't like an electric winches in the first place. If all works well, the electrically propelled winch is a great tool. But if there is a problem, especially, if hoisting a person, all bets are off. Marek From: dwight veinot via CnC-List Sent: January 26, 2021 18:31 To:

Stus-List Re: weather station (update)

Jeff, There was even talk about putting the weather station on one of the buoys (!). Fortunately, cool heads prevailed. Btw. there is a PWS that reports that it is right in the middle of the Lac Deschenes (https://www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/IOTTAW95). A few of us tried to find it at it

Stus-List Re: weather station (update)

Hello, A while back I asked for help with selecting a weather station. This is a quick update. Thanks to everyone who provided input. The Club decided to select the Davis system. It has been purchased in the fall and we have it installed in a temporary location on the Clubhouse. It will move

Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: mast climbing using a counter weight

+1 on that Marek Original message From: "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" Date: 2021-01-25 09:18 (GMT-05:00) To: Stus-List Cc: "Della Barba, Joe" Subject: Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: mast climbing using a counter weight There is an old joke around somewhere about someone att

Stus-List Re: mast climbing using a counter weight

You can also consider a counterweight of half of that (or, generally, any size). If you lift 50 lb, you would be 50 lb lighter. Though, I still believe that it is much easier to climb yourself. Marek From: CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List Sent: January 24, 2021 15:20 To: Stus-List Cc: Adam Hayd

Stus-List Re: Winch bit

s you use and the technique? Thanks, Dave 33-2 windstar. April 28 launch! Sent from my iPhone On Jan 24, 2021, at 9:31 AM, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: I don't believe in hoisting people up. You have to climb up, with the line used mainly as

Stus-List Re: Winch bit

I don't believe in hoisting people up. You have to climb up, with the line used mainly as safety. When I go up, I use a pair of ascenders on one halyard and have someone at the winch using the second halyard for safety. If I have to do it alone (and I often do), I use a third ascender on the se

Stus-List Re: Acid flushing heat exchanger?

Joel, This applies to any engine that is fresh water cooled (i.e., has two cooling circuits - the "internal" one that uses the coolant and generally works the same as in your car, and the "external" one that uses the outboard water for removing the heat from the engine). The heat exchanger, as

Stus-List Re: C&C Rendezvous at Maritime Museum in Kingston?

e by March. (not me, not winterizing this year, I missed too much good winter sailing last year now our climate has been set to “Georgia winter”) Joe Della Barba Coquina From: Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List Sent: Monday, January 11, 2021 9:06 AM To: Stus-List Cc: Marek Dziedzic Subject: [EXTERNAL] Stus

Stus-List Re: C&C Rendezvous at Maritime Museum in Kingston?

Joe, Kingston is not that far North - only 44 degrees (so still in the southern half of the northern hemisphere). Of course, it does not make it any closer. Marek 1994 C270 Legato Ottawa, ON From: Joe Della Barba via CnC-List Sent: January 11, 2021 9:00 To: 'Stus-List' Cc: j...@dellabarba.com

Stus-List Re: Youtube.com on your smart TV

Generally, you can "cast" YouTube to a SmartTV, ChromeCast, FireTV or FireStick. You can do it from your phone or from your PC (this even includes the Apple variety). Depending on the source, the "cast" option is either in a many or, as Bill said, a rectangular box with quarter circles. When yo

Stus-List Re: rachet block for Harken furler

+1 on that Marek From: MICHAEL BRANNON via CnC-List Sent: 4 January, 2021 18:17 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: MICHAEL BRANNON Subject: Stus-List Re: rachet block for Harken furler I find the ratchet more useful when furling the sail. Just a thought. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C

Stus-List Re: rachet block for Harken furler

I will be a contrarian and say that I like to have it there. In fact, I added a ratchet block last season and I like it. It helps if you are shorthanded and you need to roll the jib with one hand and release the jib sheet with the other. This helps in orderly furling the jib, especially, when i

Re: Stus-List Asymmetrical Spin

For sail, you need to ask around (the vendors). The ATN sock is $13.5/ft. (of course USD). Marek Ottawa On Original message From: Robert Abbott via CnC-List Date: 2020-09-07 08:55 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Robert Abbott Subject: Stus-List Asymmetrical Spin A

Re: Stus-List Greasing thru hulls

Marelon says that you should. They even have a special grease. But they also say that if you work the valve regularly it does not need greasing that often. My problem is 'how' to do it. Reaching into the through-hull, even with a very long q-tip is not that easy, and greasing the ball even mo

Re: Stus-List Head faucet/shower replacement...

Would something like that work for you? https://www.barka.it/en/mixers-faucets/552-d-2-series.html?search_query=d21&results=1 they come with a chrome or white hose. Marek From: CnC-List On Behalf Of David Risch via CnC-List Sent: 16 August, 2020 12:26 To: CNC CNC Cc: David Risch Subject: Stus-

Re: Stus-List Sunglasses favorites

Depending on the glasses (manufacturer) the twist angle is different. I find that some of them don’t work with my heads-up display (in the car), but I never had any issue with the chartplotter (or the watch for that matter). The worst-case scenario - you have to twist your head a tad. It is wor

Re: Stus-List Isaias

Joe, Post pictures in OneDrive, Dropbox, Google photos or even on Instagram and post the link. Marek From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Joe Della Barba via CnC-List Sent: 4 August, 2020 10:53 To: Richard Bush ; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Joe Della Barba Subject: Re: Stus-List Isaias How can I? I tho

Re: Stus-List Water pump

Most likely, one for the raw water (outboard water), the other for the coolant (closed system, like in your car) Marek Original message From: Mazen Aziz via CnC-List Date: 2020-08-02 22:36 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Mazen Aziz Subject: Stus-List Water pump He

Re: Stus-List Solar panels in ACR environment

Solomons, MD On Sun, Aug 2, 2020, 18:55 Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: The fuse needs to protect the wire (not the end device). This means that you pick a fuse based on the size of the wire. Marek Original message From: Len Mi

Re: Stus-List Solar panels in ACR environment

The fuse needs to protect the wire (not the end device). This means that you pick a fuse based on the size of the wire. Marek Original message From: Len Mitchell via CnC-List Date: 2020-08-02 15:56 (GMT-05:00) To: CNC List Cc: Len Mitchell Subject: Stus-List Solar panels in

Re: Stus-List Solar panels in ACR environment

Edd, The general idea is that your starting (Auxiliary Power) battery does not get used much and does not get discharged much (it is used only for a few seconds/ half a minute). Therefore, it does not need much charging and it gets back to a full charge very quickly (quite often before the engi

Re: Stus-List Folding deck chairs

We have an older version of the WM low-back seat (it is a bit higher, I think, than what WM sells now, and it does not have the opening at the hinge). We use it all the time. WM used to have a longer back version, as well. It supports your back quite well and it can be used flat, as a cockpit cu

Re: Stus-List EV100 Wheel Pilot clutch

Thanks David. Worked from the first try. Marek Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: David Knecht via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, July 23, 2020 12:52 To: CnC CnC discussion list Cc: David Knech

Re: Stus-List New-guy C&C 40 Shopping questions

more fun, or "exciting"... On Tue, Jul 21, 2020 at 1:52 PM Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: Don’t right off transporting a boat overland. From Lake Ontario or Lake Erie, the cost should not exceed $5-6k and can be much less if you are lucky enoug

Re: Stus-List New-guy C&C 40 Shopping questions

Don’t right off transporting a boat overland. From Lake Ontario or Lake Erie, the cost should not exceed $5-6k and can be much less if you are lucky enough to catch an empty run. For a freshwater boat, it might be worth it. I bought my current boat (smaller, mind you) over 2000 km from home and

Re: Stus-List 2020 C&C Rendezvous: Cancel due to COVI

Can't beat either high or low (right between the last two) Marek Original message From: Edd Schillay via CnC-List Date: 2020-07-14 22:08 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Edd Schillay Subject: Re: Stus-List 2020 C&C Rendezvous: Cancel due to COVI I’m around 27. Seco

Re: Stus-List Zoom Rendezvous

Stu, It is $20 a month for a meeting that can accommodate up 100 participants for up to 24 h. You would have to make sure that you cancel before they charge you for the following month. Google Meetings (what used to be Hangouts) should be available at no extra cost. Marek Original m

Re: Stus-List Jumping the start battery in ACR environment

If your boat is wired correctly, your ACR should allow charging the start battery when the house side has high enough voltage (not the other way round). So, the presence of higher voltage on the start side, should not open the ACR. Btw. If you connect on the house side, your portable battery wil

Re: Stus-List C&C 121 engine controls, freeing sheaves

Have a look at these guys: https://martyranodes.com/product/max-prop-anodes/. Btw. I like the name of the company (;-). Marek From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Spencer Johnson via CnC-List Sent: 29 June, 2020 14:18 To: CnC-List@cnc-list.com Cc: ssjohn...@aol.com Subject: Stus-List C&C 121 engine contr

Re: Stus-List C&C 121 engine controls, freeing sheaves

Spencer, For fresh water you want magnesium (aluminium is for brackish water) Marek ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - use PayPal to sen

Re: Stus-List Flexible epoxy

If you need flexible, probably your best bet is butyl tape. Not epoxy, though. Marek Original message From: Fred Hazzard via CnC-List Date: 2020-06-25 14:09 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Fred Hazzard Subject: Stus-List Flexible epoxy All this discussion about epo

Stus-List Bilge pump hose

All the talk about the bilge pumps and switches brought up in mind (the long overdue) need to replace the bilge pump hose. Is there a “recommended” hose? I don’t want to do the replacement and go through the pain running that hose through various tight spots and turns only to find out that the

Re: Stus-List installing plastic anchors in fiberglass

I would be interested in the answers, as well. In my case, the seahood is attached from below. I am looking for an option of injecting “something” into the existing holes that would not flow out immediately (one option would be to stop gravity, but short of jumping on Edd’s Enterprise, I see th

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Batteries etc.

Edd, If I may… * the ACR (or the Echo Charger) allows running all charging sources to a single bank. Without it, you have to charge each bank separately (or combined), or if you have that option, use a charge controller that would supply charge to two separate battery banks (e.g. Mornigst

Re: Stus-List C&C 35 Mark III

Most (as in "check your transmission manual") transmission manuals call for a neutral gear, when sailing. Iirc, Yanmar had a special bulletin where they said that if you don't sail in neutral, they would void your warranty (like this really matters for our boats). Marek Original mess

Re: Stus-List Shortening the shaft log by cutting

Josh, I am far from being an expert, but… - I don’t think there is any issues with having very little of the shaft “free”. In my boat I have about 1/4” (free). The issue, in my mind, is not how much is left free after the assembly, but rather, how you can assemble all pieces together. - the s

Re: Stus-List Rudder removal

You can even buy 'kits' for doing such repairs Marek Original message From: CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List Date: 2020-06-14 22:00 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: CHARLES SCHEAFFER Subject: Re: Stus-List Rudder removal Joel, If the rudder bearings are worn, West Sy

Re: Stus-List Roll-Up Inflatable Dinghies and Motors

Not necessarily. >From what i know, only Shell and Esso guarantee no ethanol added to their >highest grade gasoline. I also think that Costco does not have ethanol in the >premium gas but this may depend heaviily on specific location. Others (e.g. >Ultramar, PetroCanada, Husky), either don't ma

Re: Stus-List polishing

I +1 on the Collinite. But it is quite a bit of work, especially, if the hull was not pristine before. In my case it required quite a bit of elbow grease (it shows quite nicely the difference between the clean gelcoat and not so clean). Marek 1994 C270 Legato Ottawa, ON Sent from Mail

Re: Stus-List Seized SS Screw

Robert, Home Depot has some special sales on power tools. I think they had Ryobi impact driver for something like $39 (CAD) (tool only). Marek Ottawa, ON Original message From: Robert Abbott via CnC-List Date: 2020-06-01 22:11 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Rober

Re: Stus-List Shaft coupler removal

If it is a bronze shaft it is very easy (as long as you can get to it with an angle grinder (with a cutting disc). If it is monel or SS, it will be more of a challenge. Marek 1994 C270 ”Legato” Ottawa, ON From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Josh Muckley via CnC-List Sent: 1 June, 2020 08:45 To: C&C

Re: Stus-List Hot Water Heater

have never opened the relief valve and thanks for the water marker tip.now I have to source it. Rob Abbott AZURA C&C 32 - #277 Halifax N.S. On 5/27/2020 5:24 PM, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List wrote: The pressure relief valves have a bad habit of leaking if they are opened up. They seem not t

Re: Stus-List Hot Water Heater

The pressure relief valves have a bad habit of leaking if they are opened up. They seem not to want to seal completely again. Marek From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Robert Abbott via CnC-List Sent: 27 May, 2020 13:23 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Robert Abbott Subject: Re: Stus-List Hot Water Heater

Re: Stus-List Hot Water Heater

Rob, You can use _water soluble markers_ to make lines in strategic places. If water leaks over them, it will show. Marek -Original Message- From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Robert Abbott via CnC-List Sent: 27 May, 2020 09:11 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Robert Abbott Subject: Stus-List Ho

Re: Stus-List Hot Water Heater

Rob, Try IsoTemp SPA heater (https://www.indelwebastomarine.com/us/products/isotemp-water-heaters/spa/) Binnacle carries them (e.g. https://ca.binnacle.com/p12176/Isotherm-Isotemp-SPA-Water-Heater-Stainless-Tank-20L-(5.3-USG)/product_info.html). If you look at the Webasto web site, they have t

Re: Stus-List Shaft coupling removal

Be careful, because the coupler may be soft enough that it could bend during the procedure. I cut the shaft and replaced it at the time when I installed the PSS. Marek Ottawa, ON Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Len Mitchell via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Fuel Transfer Pump

Neil, Many people, esp. cruising type talk about this shaker siphon. Does it really work that well? Marek Original message From: Neil Gallagher via CnC-List Date: 2020-05-16 20:12 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Neil Gallagher Subject: Re: Stus-List Fuel Transfer

Re: Stus-List Silica Packs and Tablets

It would depend on how long you store it there, and how humid it is there. I hope it is not that bad. I would venture to say that if you don't see mold growing on the walls your electronics should be fine. But I live in a temperate climate (or so I keep telling myself) Marek Ottawa, ON From: C

Re: Stus-List Main sheet Traveler Location

On the 24, it was easy to install. I had it on mine. As I said before, it worked great for adjusting the sails, but you would bang your shins on it every time you entered the cabin and if you were not careful enough (or unlucky), you could break a leg. Marek From: CnC-List On Behalf Of Stephen

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If purchase is the issue, I found that the 3:1/6:1 main sheet arrangement works quite well. Originally, it was 4:1 and it was marginal in stronger winds when close hauled. Garhauer made the main fiddle block (double/double with Becket and two cam cleats). Marek Original message

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I guess it depends on the wife. I had a traveller right across the cockpit on our previous boat. It was great for adjusting the sails, but it was also great to hit my wife on the shins. The current boat has a traveller on the cabin top, and it was a “must have” requirement for this boat. It is

Re: Stus-List Loss of coolant

Theoretically, one more place - water heater (if fitted). Marek Original message From: "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" Date: 2020-05-13 10:35 (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Della Barba, Joe" Subject: Re: Stus-List Loss of coolant It is only going one of three pla

Re: Stus-List Replace Hot water heater

+1 for Isotemp SPA. They have SS tank, which should last a bit longer. If you are going to do that, I suggest get the model with the thermostatic mixing valve included. I installed one a year ago. Works like a charm. One more thing: when you install it, it makes sense to use a good SS covered

Re: Stus-List NavPod -- Anyone Have One Of There? (Link Below)

I have a different ‘pod - a ScanPod (https://scanstrut.com/products-22/scanpod/spr-8-am-detail). I thought that the swing arm would work for me, but, as Chuck mentioned, they don’t rotate. I got rid of the arm and installed a RAM mount articulated arm. The problem is that the wires run external

Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] Dripless shaft seal for 35 mkIII

Gary, I have a dripless and as Jeff put it, it was one of the best improvements I made. My bilge is completely dry. When I installed it (7 years ago), I too replaced everything: the shaft, coupling, cutlass bearing. My original shaft was bronze(?), I replaced it with SS. Installation is not t

Re: Stus-List Which metal should I use as a sacrificial anode?

>From what I know, the aluminium is for brackish water and magnesium is for >fresh. To answer the original question (Pete's), you cannot have a long lasting anode and a good protection at the same time, as the whole point of protection is that it won't last too long. Pick the compromise that is

Re: Stus-List Emergency tiller

I always wonder why these things happen always in a gale… Talking about the Baltic (this time not the boat, but the sea), on a different boat (45 ft steel boat, built like a tank), when we were sailing in the middle of the Gulf of Finland, the cable snapped during a gale (about 35 kt.). We used

Re: Stus-List New thought re: anchor light?

+1 on that. In a seaway, the deck level navigation lights are not visible, until you are one wave away or if you happen to be in sync with the other boat (both boats at the top of the wave at the same time). The mast top light is visible for at least hundreds of meters. On flat water (a lake?,

Re: Stus-List My outboards..

I used something similar to this: https://www.amazon.com/Kool-Products-Retail-Flexible-Replacement/dp/B07HRFF4LW/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=no+spill+spout&qid=1576526251&sr=8-5 – it works fine, but the ribbed spout will break eventually (and you may not notice). Lately I bought a similar design, but t

Re: Stus-List Mechanical shaft seal options

What you describe sounds like a PYI shaft retention collar. I think it is a great addition to the PYI dripless, because it can grab the shaft quite well (as opposed to the retention screws that are supposed to tap into the shaft through the original collar). I know of people who use an extra hos

Re: Stus-List Mechanical shaft seal options

For a vented PYI, you need to make sure that the vent is high enough above the water level or you risk getting burps of water if you need to go into high reverse (e.g. when docking or emergency stopping). Some use a bottle that collect these burps. I plumbed the vent into the sink drain. As long

Re: Stus-List Mechanical shaft seal options

I would vote for the PIY Dripless. It works and there is nothing like a dry bilge. You don’t need to burp it ever (I have the vented version). The catastrophic failure is as probable as with the normal stuffing box (the hose connecting the logshaft and the seal can break regardless of type (if y

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There was a demonstration in front of the International Joint Commission office this weekend in Ottawa. People demand lowering the water levels as a pre-emptive move to avoid flooding next year. Marek From: CnC-List On Behalf Of CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List Sent: 23 November, 2019 15:30 To: c

Re: Stus-List winterizing a 29-2

I would run the AF through the engine and the fresh water system and then push it out using compressed air. The shop vac might work, as well. There is an easy way to run your engine on the hard - use a 5 gal bucket in the cockpit, fill it with AF, attach a hose extension to your intake and put

Re: Stus-List Yamaha 4 hp 2 cycle help

My $0.02: - Engine sounds as if it is running dry exhaust. Crappy mechanic said it was a "gasket"...where could that be? Its not an exhaust manifold gasket... [MD] – I would suspect the impeller first (like in an inboard); they do fail. - When engine tilted, fuel runs out of cowl unless fu

Re: Stus-List Advice on replacing 33-2 BandG 32mm transducer with Airmar 52mm transducer

I have a in-hull transducer for depth and I don’t experience any issues. The only problem that you may see is if the liquid (antifreeze) in the body evaporates or leaks. But adding a few cubic cm3 of AF helps immediately. This is a question of checking it before leaving on a trip or standard per

Re: Stus-List Mount for tablet at helm

If you like to have a more articulated mount at the helm, you can consider using this: https://www.amazon.ca/Stainless-U-Bolt-1-Inch-Inches-Diameter/dp/B002AQV51A/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=ram+mount+U&qid=1572044783&s=electronics&sr=1-3 And the same mount as Bruce suggested (the second type). I don’t

Re: Stus-List Subject: Iphone Mail issue

there is a way to change between individual emails and the digest on the cncphotoalbum page. Marek From: Jeremy Ralph via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 25, 2019 12:41 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Jeremy Ralph Subject: Stus-List Subject: Iphone Mail issue Seems iOS updated the way it treats th

Re: Stus-List Bottom Cleaning

We do have similar regulations and some went so far as that we cannot buy certain types of bottom paints. I don’t think the capture pad with filtration is a must. We have strict rules about bottom stripping and removing any pain on the hard (and those are enforced). But we are allowed to power

Re: Stus-List C&C Regatta on Lake Ontario

If you like a large contingent of C&Cs in one place, visit Ottawa. There are over 60 C&Cs of different size in our Club (Nepean Sail Club) alone. I think that the C&C 27 fleet on the Lake is 50+ strong (they run a Nepean One Design races all season long). Not that you could sail to here. Marek

Re: Stus-List Trailer for CnC 24

If I could suggest, a trailer to store the boat would be a somewhat expensive option. If you are not moving it far, you may opt for a cradle and transfer the boat with the cradle to the storage location. A ballpark figure for a cradle is around $500-$800 (CAD); a trailer is more like a few $k.

Re: Stus-List Engine cut out in rough seas

Yes. The Racor filter should protect you from the majority of the gunk, to the point that your secondary filter (the one you have) should feel unemployed. If you suspect the quality of the fuel, carrying a spare element makes a lot of sense. Marek Original message From: Der

Stus-List Motor problem

Interesting problem: I changed oil in my engine (Perkins Perama M20) over the weekend. I do it using a Pela pump through the dip stick tube. I sucked all the oil without problem. However, the plastic tube that is used to suck up the oil got stuck somehow in the innards of the motor. I cannot pul

Re: Stus-List Engine cut out in rough seas

Check your fuel pick up tube (in the tank). The debris (gunk) could have fouled it, as well. Marek ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - use

Re: Stus-List Smelly head

If you are looking for a chemical solution to fight odours, there is a product called “PureAyre” that can help. It kills smells, but you have to stop the leaks etc. or it won’t help you much. Marek 1994 C270 Legato Ottawa, ON Sent from Mail for Wi

Re: Stus-List C&C Lister Roll Call.eml

Marek Dziedzic / Legato / C270 / 1994 / 122 / dziedzi...@hotmail.com / Ottawa, ON Formerly: Fennel, C&C 24, 1974 Sent from Mail for Windows 10 _

Re: Stus-List October is here

I bet you can do an email transfer (Interac) Marek Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: CnC-List on behalf of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 4, 2019 8:41:22 PM To: CnClist Cc: Dennis C. Subject: Re

Re: Stus-List Smelly head

Her book is a great investment if you ar fighting the smells in the head system. She frequents the SBO forum. You can also get her book there. Marek Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Ken Heaton via CnC-List Sent: We

Re: Stus-List Smelly head

You can flush with sea water all day long, but use the fresh water as the last flush of the day, before leaving the boat. This should prevent any smell from the bowl itself. Marek Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Jeff Helsdingen via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Flooded Batteries

Paul, in your calculations, you can assume 30% of usable capacity of a normal flooded battery (from 50% SoC to 80% SoC), which would shift the calculations a bit towards the Lithium batteries. The problem is that you would need a completely new charging system, which would throw the calculation

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