Re: Stus-List 1970 C + C 31ft Corvette

Hi Dan, You have a classic but you do not need to do a full restoration. She is definitely worth maintaining in a seaworthy condition for the next term, say another forty years. How much did you plan to spend each year on the total of maintenance, operating & upgrades? Cheers, Russ

Re: Stus-List Rebel Heart - an ignorant woman blogs...

Time out Dwight. Your doctor comment is inappropriate. On this list we are amongst friends regardless of our opinion. Please be civil. In the spirit of full disclosure, I see a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine about six times a year. I am very happy with the results after each visit. Furthermo

Re: Stus-List Stuffing box

Hi Glen, Three rings minimum, with joints spaced 120 degrees apart. I think mine used four. But now I have an inner & outer of regular shaft packing (flax & tallow) with a magic concoction dripless compound called SBS #3 (stuffing box seal) which is a "self-lubricating packing that requires

Re: Stus-List Now racing insurance

mes to make it good. If he has insurance, then it's no problem, it's an internal paper chase. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 5 April 2014 20:49, Russ & Melody <<mailto:russ...@telus.net>russ...@telus.net> wrote: Hi John, That's my poi

Re: Stus-List Replace impeller on Sherwood pump

Hi David, If a few dabs of Vaseline won't hold the O-ring in the groove long enough to get the cover into place then I think it be a wee bit too short. Was it exposed to solvent fumes or something like that? Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 08:55 PM 05/04/2014, you wrote: I tri

Re: Stus-List Whisker pole - Now racing insurance?

uld have the integrity to get the proper insurance. John McLaughlin C&C29MKII "Falcon" -Original Message- From: Russ & Melody To: cnc-list Sent: Sat, Apr 5, 2014 8:51 pm Subject: Re: Stus-List Whisker pole - Now racing insurance? Hi John, The prevalent attitude that f

Re: Stus-List Whisker pole - Now racing insurance?

Hi John, The prevalent attitude that forces other people to buy insurance to protect themselves really confuses me. I have insurance and it includes under-insured protection, so I'm covered. It doesn't matter if the other guy won't carry insurance. In the case of an incident my policy will c

Re: Stus-List Importing a C&C into Canada from US

Hi Steve, When I did this 10 years ago, the statement of origin I got from the broker read C&C Yachts with the (then current) USA head office address. So the yacht came into Canada duty-free, without question, enjoying the provisions of the NAFTA. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1

Re: Stus-List Nicro Solar Fans/Vents -- Worth it?

Hi Edd, I have one for the head and one for the hanging locker, both set to exhaust. You are trying aid natural ventilation which is in from the companionway and moving forward through the boat IF you are on a mooring or bow towards the prevailing breeze. (assuming hatches normally closed for

Re: Stus-List Nightmare winter

ell Bill, That sounds like a pleasant dream. Not a nightmare at all. All I have to look forward to is another rainy weekend on the Wet Coast followed by two days of sunshine. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 east Vancouver Island At 05:08 PM 28/03/2014, you wrote: I am out in a l

Re: Stus-List : winch replacement

Oh. You mean foreplay?! At 09:06 PM 24/03/2014, you wrote: I make weird moaning sounds and cry a lot, it works for me. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 23 March 2014 22:15, Russ & Melody <<mailto:russ...@telus.net>russ...@telus.net> wrote

Re: Stus-List Cheaper Tether

Yup. Me too, but for different reasons... I spliced my own tether outta Amsteel and have a locking carbiner on the belay instead of using one of the fancy store bought and approved units everyone seems to rave about. On the other hand it is a marked improvement over our very first harness used

Re: Stus-List : winch replacement

Wow, Jim. I can learn a few things from you... I can't "make" my wife, Melody, do anything. It gets done 'cause she wants it to be done. :) But I will try the next time we're out, if she lets me steer. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 05:57 PM 23/03/2014, you wrote: Tim, it dep

Re: Stus-List Cheaper Tether

Hi Bob, No problem using the Dynex runner. I suggest getting a locking carbiner, something like this for the "boat side" of the tether http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_Black-Diamond-Positron-Screwgate-Carabiner_10003065_10208_1001_-1_ and using a spare snap shackle for you pe

Re: Stus-List Prop adjustments and cruising speeds

Hi Jim, Do you have the prop diameter & pitch, blade profile, tip clearance and gearbox reduction ratio to share with us? Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 09:54 AM 15/03/2014, you wrote: I'm the happy new owner of an old 38-2, and I'm wondering if there is something wrong with

Re: Stus-List Owners database

Message to Stu, May I suggest you change "Owner" to "Skipper" and leave "Mate" as is? I think that should cover off just about everyone and head off a request for a "Ship's Husband" designation. :) Cheers, Russ as before At 09:40 AM 09/03/2014, you wrote: Oops, I have the

Re: Stus-List Owners database

Hi Gary, I think someone else mentioned the Lat Long is handy for a Google map type application. I suggest if you don't wish a pin on your boat's exact location then leave blank, put in municipal dock coordinate or a nearby dumpster, etc. so as to comply with intent of info request. If yo

Re: Stus-List owners database - measures

Hi Jimmy, Here it is: http://www.cncphotoalbum.com/technical/measurements.htm Stu already has this info on his site. And as an added bonus, it is available to all members of the email list AT NO CHARGE! :) Sweet. At 04:47 PM 07/03/2014, you wrote: one consideration could be marketing leng

Re: Stus-List Owners Database

Hi Stu, I hope for your success in this. Additional fields suggestions: Hull colour (not, color :) Trim colour (as above :) Upgrades (incl year?) Primary use (Race, cruise,combo) Place of build (probably not owner provided, inserted from other table?) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1

Re: Stus-List Yanmar 2GM from C&C 32 available

Hey! Wasn't a few of these used in a James Bond 007 movie in the 70s? I think the scene was set in Indonesia or maybe Bangkok. Cheers, Russ At 08:00 PM 27/02/2014, you wrote: Mais, ma cher, votre bateau needs one of deez here motors. Wit' one of deez, you be able to bring yourself

Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 - cruising & showering

Hi Steve, At our place boat showers are wet, lather, rinse (maybe repeat). The instructions are on the shampoo bottle. :) The past many years this has been using a "sun shower" in a protected (with curtain) cockpit. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 east Van Isl, snowed under At

Re: Stus-List Netiquette -> GBR (was Navigation Devices)

Hi Rich, I heard in the commentary that the GBR women's curling team, lead to skip, is all Scottish. Makes sense to me. Some of the best olde time boat builders were Scottish. Cheers, Russ At 03:46 PM 23/02/2014, you wrote: British to be correct. Lots of English people curl. R

Re: Stus-List Netiquette (was Navigation Devices)

Okay Wally, let's keep it real. It's snowing on the West Coast right now and we're feeling vulnerable. My first BMC was a Vauxhall that I bought for $50. My best BMC was a 30 HP diesel installed in a 36' cruising boat. The engine designation was "Captain". Here's hoping Jim doesn't hurt my

Re: Stus-List Navigation Devices

Hi Rob, Good story. I love these. We could add the moral, "And keep a good watch when you're on starboard tack too." to encourage the youngsters out there. Cheers, Russ east Vancouver Island P.S. The list might be active with west coasters tomorrow. There is a snowfall warning, we c

Re: Stus-List C&C PNW Rendezvous - Charter information

Hi Jp, It is easy to miss, as it can be somewhat confusing. You see, it's held in August at Thetis Island, in Canada, which is geographically speaking in her Pacific South West. So you see how confusing this can be? Glad to help clear things up :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 e

Re: Stus-List The real reason to switch from an AT4 to a diesel

Hi Dennis, A comment regarding "Increased fuel economy? - Maybe" With both engines properly maintained... the only situation of not having increased fuel economy is if acquiring gasoline at nearly half the price of diesel. The reasons are twofold, diesel engines are inherently more efficient d

Re: Stus-List Sailing venue envy - Vancouver area

Hi Dennis, I wish that I knew you were coming into the area. It's only a couple o' hours for me on the ferry to get across (or 20 minutes by seaplane). Sorry about the snow levels, it's 10% of a good year on most of the mountains. No kidding. On the other hand, check real estate prices while

Re: Stus-List Winch Barient 28, oh G

Hi Sam, Try replacing your G string for silk. The Admiral seems to like them better than nylon :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 09:21 AM 25/01/2014, you wrote: My b & g strings are nylon! sam :-) From: Rich Knowles Sent: Saturday, January 25, 2014 7:29 AM To: w...@wbryant.co

Re: Stus-List New Subject

Hi Steve, When I got my boat she didn't have a pulpit. The lifelines terminated to an inverted "U" shape stanchion arrangement on each side. The side units are not entirely uncommon, for the day and allowed the jib to be brought inside the lifelines nicely. There were bases where the old pulpit

Re: Stus-List Innovation contest

Okay, I was gonna quip "welding rods!" but that didn't seem funny after reading all the serious messages that went on today. The weather must be really crappy back east again eh. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 09:45 AM 21/01/2014, you wrote: I just bought this item from Harbo

Re: Stus-List was storing handheld gps ..radios etc. now off topic

It's been tried but the group never got any traction. Went sideways before it even had a chance :) Cheers, Russ At 11:46 AM 20/01/2014, you wrote: Need to form a new group, DAMM (drunks against mad mothers). Ron STL From: Rich Knowles To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Sent: Saturday,

Re: Stus-List Harken Furler Mark 1 Unit 0

10:02 AM 19/01/2014, you wrote: Russ, I think the wire is just coming unlaid. Looks like it may have been twisted against the lay somehow. I'd still replace it. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On 19 January 2014 09:07, Russ & Melody <<mailto:rus

Re: Stus-List Harken Furler Mark 1 Unit 0

Hi Dennis & Peter, I would say when, not if, you replace that forestay. The gap showing in the lay of the wire in this pic would lead me to inspect for a broken strand (or two). http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/800x600q90/707/1lxd.jpg Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 08:18 AM 1

Re: Stus-List storing handheld gps ..radios etc.

Yup, they've taken all the fun out of an impaired drive :) DAMM never got traction. Cheers, Russ At 04:03 AM 18/01/2014, you wrote: No fun any more. Thanks, MADD:) Rich On Jan 18, 2014, at 3:31, Jim Watts <paradigmat...@gmail.com> wrote: That sound

Re: Stus-List Thru hull and manifolds

have gone so far as "sweet" though! Eric Cat's Paw C&C 35 Mk II > From: Russ & Melody > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List Thru hull and manifolds > Another idea: > My toilet intake passes under the heads basin. So I teed the basin > drai

Re: Stus-List Thru hull and manifolds

k Hall one night. Just Say No and run it out a normal above-the-waterline fitting! Joe Della Barba Coquina C&C 35 MK 1 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Russ & Melody Sent: Friday, January 17, 2014 12:28 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-

Re: Stus-List Thru hull and manifolds

Hi Joel, That's not a bad idea if you can fit a float type cockpit drain in the heads basin drain. This is from a UK supply but you get the idea. http://www.force4.co.uk/4585/Force-4-Cockpit-Non-Return-Drain.html Two details of importance: - the bilge pump goes to the large port of the Groco m

Re: Stus-List Setting GPS Waypoints -> Seatalk

Hi Michael, Please post the Seatalk talk info. I don't need it right now but I save these kinds of posts for when I do need it. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 04:55 PM 16/01/2014, you wrote: Short answer is yes. . Michael Brown Windburn C&C 30-1 PS: I can post more info

Re: Stus-List Redundant instrumentation / tools

Couldn't you have the SR tables & almanac on a PDA, mini-computer or phone :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 02:24 PM 16/01/2014, you wrote: I own a nice 1954 Plath sextant that I used to make my living for a couple of decades. The novelty has kind of warn off. Remember, it's n

Re: Stus-List Painter Attachment to Boat

If you have a concern then put a knife in the dinghy, similar to having one at the mast and one in the cockpit. My preference is a fixed blade (not folding). Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 06:30 AM 16/01/2014, you wrote: Maybe all know this and maybe not - If you're towing a

Re: Stus-List Prop Question

Hi Brian, I can recommend KiwiProp, since I've had one for 1/2 dozen years. Probably the best value in a feathering prop and great bite in reverse. Sometimes enough to stall a small engine. :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 07:44 PM 13/01/2014, you wrote: Content-Type: multip

Re: Stus-List Autohelm St4000 how it should work with the GPS

Hi Curtis, With everything hooked up correctly, I think you need to "engage" the auto-pilot. As in: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jd1Ih8EUmw Cheers, Russ At 05:48 AM 13/01/2014, you wrote: No, The guy at Garmin said that the echo50s I purchased is compatible with 0183 and should

Re: Stus-List Impounded boats in Mexico

mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Russ & Melody Sent: Friday, January 10, 2014 12:58 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Impounded boats in Mexico I agree Joe. That's the point I tried to make about the difference in skill levels between U.S./Canada vs

Re: Stus-List Impounded boats in Mexico

s they made. You can prove you have the correct papers all day long and they won't let you go. Also note the penalty under Mexican law for not having the papers is you have 10 days to go get them. Joe Della Barba Coquina From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of R

Re: Stus-List Impounded boats in Mexico

From a cynic's perspective, let me express the opinion that Canadian & American tax collection people do similar things to people ALL THE TIME. I.E.: the withholding of funds or seizure of property until you comply. In the same heavy handed way that the Mexicans have done. The big difference b

Re: Stus-List Impounded boats in Mexico

This is new information. Since it's from the mainstream media (as much as Fox can be declared "mainstream"). The at Lat 38 article mentions their initial plan of resolution without involving mainstream media. The cat is out of the bag, so to speak. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1

Re: Stus-List friggin COLD

n pics of cruiser's breaking thin ice to get close enough to anchor in Princess Louisa Inlet but have not heard any first-hand accounts. Martin Calypso 1971 C&C 43 Seattle From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Russ & Melody Sent: Tuesday, January 07, 2014

Re: Stus-List Record high maybe

That's good Dwight. I expected you to be talking weather again. Here's it 7 C and very damp. I find that list traffic vs bad weather for those beyond Hope has a high correlation. And you are a popular guy, in so many ways :) Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 ~ 100 miles this side of

Re: Stus-List Near-shore tide what to expect. "Need some Guidance"

That's a great idea Curtis. BVIs are the best entry sailing in the Caribbean. Good choice. It can be windy, and with the sandy bottom set a long anchor rode. And remember: Good decisions are based on Experience. Experience, is based on bad decisions (but that is also were the

Re: Stus-List friggin COLD

-10 C , 14 F - Seattle to Sidney, January 2005. Delivering Sweet to home port, Nanaimo. We had a parabolic propane fired camping heater, only used when stopped. The hatch froze one morning so it took awhile to thaw with the stove running before I could get to the cockpit where the 20# bot

Re: Stus-List 'My team talks Bluetooth headsets

Hi Liz, At the risk of over-simplifying things, Melody & I use a wireless system that was developed long ago (when we had the 60' cutter). Hand signals. It only takes a few for the skipper to have complete control of the boat, with a good helmsman. On Sweet, we still use this system for anc

Re: Stus-List winter in NS

Hi Dwight, No doubt, I often remark, "Living the dream." Your winter wonderland sounds like a nice place to visit but I hate to wake up to a scene like that if it means going to work. My old saying goes back a few years now, May 2008 Harmac Pulp mill was part of the Pope & Talbot bankruptcy

Re: Stus-List how about a perfect sailing day in canada

Please be honest Jimmy. We all know it rains everyday on the West Coast... and don't tell anyone anything different. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 east Vancouver Island (drying the jib in the carport 'cause I can't go sailing until the engine gets repaired) P.S. It's also nice

Re: Stus-List Relatively new C&C owner

Hi Mac, and welcome. Did you properly rename her? Melody & I used this resource for renaming Sweet. It seems First Love was not an acceptable name to keep for the boat in her current lifestyle. http://www.johnvigor.com/Denaming.html Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 06:13 PM 02

Stus-List NY's Day

Yesterday, January 1st, we took an Alberta transplant couple on a wee cruise and toast the points of the compass. This is an unusual Alberta couple in that they are not overly bothered by the rain... "just dress for it eh". We circumnavigated the Protection - Newcastle group and offered toa

Re: Stus-List HNY

A Happy New year to you and yours, Rich. And a Happy New Year to all our fellow C&C friends. We wish you all the best to come. The Admiral & I spent a wonderful New Year's Eve at the backyard firepit, roasting New York steaks over wood coals. It was overcast and dry, ~ 6 C (45 F). Lovely.

Re: Stus-List C&C (1990) gelcoat epoxy adhesion & V40

Oh! I was going to say, "That one won't last long." (Maybe we're both right :) Cheers, Russ At 07:25 AM 31/12/2013, you wrote: Let me see...original engine, hours unknown...owner-modified with two extra hatches in coachroof...stove replaced with a very large garbage can...and an as

Re: Stus-List PFD/life vest -> tethers

Hi Andy, I agree with you, good points. I made my tether with a locked Brummel eye on each end, using Amsteel. An approved carbiner on the deck end and a regular snap shackle ring hitched on my end. I use the ring hitch so there is a short length to the other eye. This way I have a regular te

Re: Stus-List Wind Storm Damaged Genoa

Hi David, If he's a sailor you could get a nice 7 - 12 year old rum for him. From the movie Capt'n Ron: Martin:- It drips a lot of oil, doesn't it? Capt'n Ron: - All diesels do that. Katherine: - All diesels do that, honey. Capt'n Ron: - Diesels love oil like a sailor loves rum. Kat

Re: Stus-List PFD/life vest

Correction: many BRDs did inflate NOT when they jumped into the pool The harness can be separate in which case you can go with the inexpensive manual inflate vest. Bear in mind that many auto-inflates won't, when you need them (unless they are prudently checked). I say this because the racing

Re: Stus-List PFD/life vest

Hi Mark, Considering your situation "4 kids on the boat" you absolutely need a harness & crotch strap and some kind of rigging already handy. You can talk the kids through a recovery but there is no way they will get you aboard in time (before hypothermia) if you don't have all the pieces in

Re: Stus-List Wind Storm Damaged Genoa

Hi Peter, Try to get the sail over to Dennis at North sails, Richmond loft. They are wizards with older sail repairs & recuts. I had a light 150 that got R & R for less than $150. It was a good expenditure for me 'cause I seldom use that sail. I find the UK lads quite pricey on repairs, but

Re: Stus-List Bragging Rights and Thanks

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to Stu & Gladys and all of our friends on Stu's List! Melody & I are in a similar predicament to Jim & Anne. Damp and not too cold. Special cheer to those poor souls in Toronto. You need it. Russ & Melody east Vancouver I

Re: Stus-List Has Mexico jumped the shark?

k? From: A L To: "Russ & Melody" The Ensenada marina had the audit when we were there. There were many armed mitlitary posted at the marina while the audit was going on.The audit lasted 2 days. I heard that there was one boat on a trailer couldn't leave, something expired. I d

Re: Stus-List C&C 39 rudder port problem

Hi Jim, Welcome to the list. I'm sure you're getting a sense of the protocols here. Basically, just blurt it out and if you hurt someone's sensibilities then that just becomes a good opportunity for another discussion. It is winter, after all. Regarding your leaking port... is it a small hol

Re: Stus-List C&C 30 - off center hatch

Hi Will, No problem. You've got a bit of a road ahead of you breaking into this size sportboat market. There was no intention to cause you grief. Ishmael & I were having a bit of fun poking at the noob. Of course you've looked at potential flooding in a knockdown, computer modelling makes th

Re: Stus-List The new 30!

Hi Jim, Good observation and comment in the old days. However, these new boats don't have the same stability on the beam ends as the old boats. It seems they are near unstable when the off center hatchway can start flooding such that they will go right over and become quite stable, although i

Re: Stus-List wire halyards

Hi Steve, In the quest for speed it means constantly trying to improve power to weight ratio as well as lowering drag, maintaining sail shape, etc. AG, a vintage 1981 45 from the custom yard has aluminium chainplates and chainplate bolts, but here's the best part... the chainplate bolts are

Re: Stus-List wire halyards

If this is confession time.. I have very old wire&rope jib halyards. They are so old that the rope is 3-strand. In my defence the wire goes thrice around the winch so the rope doesn't see any real loading. On Amazing Grace, a custom 45, we changed back to wire&rope after too many cover failu

Re: Stus-List FW: vacation

ure about that, as it is 2000 miles longer. Fred Hazzard S/V Fury C&C 44 Portland, OR From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Russ & Melody Sent: Thursday, November 28, 2013 8:04 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List FW: vacation Welcome bac

Re: Stus-List FW: vacation

Welcome back Fred. We missed you. I hope you had a pleasant cruise. Cheers, Russ At 05:09 AM 28/11/2013, you wrote: Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="=_NextPart_000_0001_01CEEBF8.0F2F06C0" Content-Language: en-us Stu: I am back from by cruise. Please resto

Re: Stus-List Prop pitch advice needed

Hi Joanne, I don't recall anyone offering the simple solution... take the prop to the local prop shop. They will have a gauge that can read the pitch of your prop. Bear in mind that is only a starting point if you are not replacing in kind. I don't know about the urethane perfect pitch props

Re: Stus-List Broken strut

You guys are scaring me. What is your point? Cheers, Russ Sweet 35mk-1 At 04:09 PM 17/11/2013, you wrote: Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="=_NextPart_000_0035_01CEE3C8.979A4FC0" Content-Language: en-us The shaft running through the strut is stainless

Re: Stus-List Broken strut

Hi Danny, I expect Rick's strut failure so close to the heat affected zone was due to not annealing the strut after repair. The original break was likely from stress of cold working the bronze... vibration, line wrap or impact perhaps. The repair site gets annealed as part of the repair proce

Re: Stus-List Broken Strut

wrote: No, not really. the break was slightly, even green. The boat was hauled for about 2 weeks before I got to look at it T-Mobile. America’s First Nationwide 4G Network - Reply message ----- From: "Russ & Melody" To: Subject: Stus-List Broken Strut Date: Fri, Nov 15, 2013

Re: Stus-List Broken Strut

Hi Danny, In most cases it is pretty obvious if the joint has been exposed to seawater and/or oxygen for any length of time. A "bright" bronze is recent exposure. Normal power washing won't clean up tarnish. Any indication of fresh bronze in the broken area? Cheers, Russ Sw

Re: Stus-List Neverwet

Any ideas if the carrier solvent could be harmful to sail filler resin? If not, that would be pretty handy stuff (reduce weight aloft in a shower or downpour too). Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 02:47 AM 12/11/2013, you wrote: Marketed by Rustoleum and available at places such

Re: Stus-List Rudder bearing

Hi Danny, I have the model cousin to your "33". They can easily be mistaken as sisters from a short distance away. Your rudder top looks better than mine did which had quite a bit of water in it. For repairs I used a burr & pencil grinder (similar to the handy Dremel tool) and hogged out a b

Re: Stus-List Winter sailing - fibre & fabrics

Hi Fred, It's too bad you sailed with inferior wool products. The good stuff does not stink. The "new" (and expensive) miracle fibre in the athletic world is Merino. Polarfleece is a brand name for fabric made of polyethylene terephthalate. It is hydrophobic, so it wicks moisture (away from

Re: Stus-List Winter sailing

Hi Steve, I am a big supporter of woolen gear on board if conditions might get damp. :) You will really appreciate having the toque that Chris suggest. I would take two. It's that important and expect to wear it even while sleeping for the first 4 days, at least. Wooly socks & a sweater too

Re: Stus-List Flying lead keel + New Wing sail for monohulls ala AC72.

Hi Chuck, The notes mention it's a 3 sail rig. Two mains & a U-shape fore sail. It looks like they're on a batt car type of setup. A wing sail will work well on a monohull until you want to go off the wind, and then you're right there won't be enough high speed like the skinny hulls to brin

Re: Stus-List Current C&C History

Hi Mike, Your Dad's wagon probably had the 351 (not the 350... a Chevy engine). With any luck it was a 351 Windsor and not the 351 Cleavland. Maybe even had a four barrel carb? Cheers, Russ Sweet 351 (35', mk-1 :) At 08:57 AM 07/11/2013, you wrote: Content-class: urn:conten

Re: Stus-List Current C&C History; now a Dose of reality !!!!

Hi Sam, ' looks like ya got yur "yours" backwards. Otherwise I agree, they're starting to sound like crotchety ol' men. :) Cheers, Russ At 06:03 PM 07/11/2013, you wrote: I've got a C&C because I was in love with them as a teenager. I'd lay in bed at night looking at C&C 's in my sa

Re: Stus-List Getting young people into sailing? - Dove

Hi Fred, Was this the USA registered Dove (two boats) with the young skipper that circumnavigated the world 1969 - 1972 or the Canadian registered Dove with the young family that circumnavigated 1972 - 1979? I am interested because I bought the Canadian registered Dove in mid-80s, lying in

Re: Stus-List New Boat

And the caveat to that is, "If it's got tits, tires or a transom... it's going to give you trouble." Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 08:50 PM 30/10/2013, you wrote: Well, the old saying..."If it flies, floats, or f__ks, rent it." keeps coming up. Doesn't work for me, but it's

Re: Stus-List safety tethers - now knives

Hi Brent, It seems your knife matches the description of 22. Torsion bar assisted-opening knives (folding knife, speed-safe knife, spring-assisted knife) – and therefore it is not a prohibited weapon. It should be regarded as a tool. I agree with you in that if you can buy it at Canadian Tir

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

Hi Dennis, What's yer rate? A ship's husband I met who worked out of Friday Harbour, Wa. would charge double his regular rate for work on the toilet system and time plus one half that rate for weekend calls (when owners & guests were most likely to screw it up). He said the owners grumbled

Re: Stus-List New Head and holding tank system.

I'll cover that Raritan recommendation. We lived aboard a couple o' years (with a pre-ten) and had no head issues beyond a leaky pump seal. The seal replacement was an easy job done with toilet in place, no pump removal. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 11:56 AM 23/10/2013, you w

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

I bought my KiwiProp from the newish company back in 2006. At the time they didn't make one that would match the lower HP rating of a motor that you typically find installed in a 26 footer. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 There is a new Kiwi company out of New Zeland making com

Re: Stus-List Now on to STUFFING BOXES

Hi Alex, I'm kinda late to this party and congratulations on your soon to be pregnant stuffing box. Ovulating at this time of year? Must be fertile indeed, but I guess in your area you are bedding the boats down for the winter about now... :) I suspect the out of round was from a poor engine

Re: Stus-List 6 part mainsheet and also traveller location

Hi Ron, Like Dwight says, you are correct with the term bridgedeck traveller (as in, one being affixed abaft the companionway:). I'm sure Dave is referring to a traveller that bridges the companionway hatch. Cheers, Russ At 09:58 AM 04/10/2013, you wrote: Dave: You are correct, my s

Re: Stus-List AIS Info

Hi Steve, Try this site for low cost solutions: http://www.discriminator.nl/index-en.html It might be worth your while to try it, considering all the older VHF radios that are kicking around now. One ends up on the yacht club's FREE table every month it seems. I started a project on an old Mo

Re: Stus-List Stus-Another engine starting problem?

Hi Bob, He might be thinking of this: http://www.tractordata.com/farm-tractors/tractor-brands/yanmar/yanmar-tractors.html Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 (currently hosting a Yanmar, but there is a Kubota (Universal) sitting in the shop as a replacement) At 04:40 PM 27/09/2013, yo

Re: Stus-List Yanmar 3GMF Starting Problem

I just went through the similar problem. My start button would sometimes take a few cycles to engage the solenoid. A few clicks and I was good to go. No sense in troubleshooting at that time :) Until I was ready to move for a haulout (deadline eh).Then there was nothing! The fault was a l

Re: Stus-List Winter sail storage

The small enemy is rats (and mice). They like to chew into and make nest materiel outta your sails if stowed in an area they wonder through. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35-1 I finally got my spring haulout done :) She goes back in the water today. Yay! At 05:49 AM 16/09/2013, you wrot

Re: Stus-List georgia str. - NOW FOG!

Hi Patrick, Generally speaking Sister's Island has the highest winds in the straight... excepting local disturbances as a "weather event" passes through. This is especially true in a SE. Bear in mind that Environment Canada forecast is for the highest wind in the forecast area. So the 15 -25

Re: Stus-List Georgia Strait

Hi Patrick, If it's blowing NW then those alternatives are to windward so you might as well go into English Bay anyhow. Also it will lighten up compared to the Silva Bay side so sail comfortable in the beginning and head up if required after you get 3 - 5 miles out of Silva Bay. If the forec

Re: Stus-List 5200 removal

... but Dennis, there are two truths in boatbuilding: 1. Nothing too strong ever broke 2. A permanent bond does not need to be removed :) Okay okay, #2 was created for this discussion. Cheers, Russ Sweet 35 mk-1 At 01:56 PM 11/09/2013, you wrote: A simple question for the list.

Re: Stus-List How would you prepare a C&C to cross the Atlantic

Simply stated, "It can be like driving a Jeep over a plowed field." Cheers, Russ Sweet 35mk-1 At 05:08 AM 05/09/2013, you wrote: I wonder what the motion on a cat would be like. On a mono hull the roll is dampened by the wind on the sails. On a cat there is that wide stance

Re: Stus-List Drained AGM battery

Does that plan sound reasonable? Thanks- Dave On Aug 26, 2013, at 11:08 PM, Russ & Melody <<mailto:russ...@telus.net>russ...@telus.net> wrote: Hi David, 1. - yes, a new battery can fail and a two month old battery is still on warranty. Give it back for a load test / replac

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