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Forum: Sailnet.com Polls 03-01-2013
Replies: 273
Views: 23,033
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: What is the age of your boat?

Currently, Building (46' x 84') Shop Bld. for Boats & Shop Equip. & Moving from Penna. Shop to FL.

42 Years Old, 1st ~ 1970 Islander 37 MS, refitting for sailing this Dec. (2013).

41 Years...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 02-05-2013
Replies: 1
Views: 328
Posted By HighFly_27
Written Guide for Plumbing on Sailboats

I'm in the Process of -- Replacing or Verifying All Plumbing Below the Floor. The 1970 Islander 37, MS had all the Thru. Hull Fittings Replaced ( per last owner, it nearly sunk because of old...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 01-20-2013
Replies: 8
Views: 566
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Rare Sailboat 1971 Tradewind 32

I agree, the Columbia 32 has similar hull lines. Like you said, the fin rudder is different and is set at an angle like my I-37. Also, the keel is a little differnt and has multi steps in it's...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 01-20-2013
Replies: 8
Views: 566
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Rare Sailboat 1971 Tradewind 32

To denise030 and all.

None of the Sailboats above were like the Tradewind 32. The beam of 9 ft. 10 inches does not match up to any boat from the 30 footers to 33 footers. Also, the weight is...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 01-20-2013
Replies: 8
Views: 566
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Rare Sailboat 1971 Tradewind 32

Buy this Talbert glass/boathauler trailer ; get the boat for free ! in Trailers | eBay Motors (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130811338611#v4-38)

I have posted the...
Forum: Islander 01-20-2013
Replies: 28
Views: 9,652
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Islander 37MS owners

Buy this Talbert glass/boathauler trailer ; get the boat for free ! in Trailers | eBay Motors (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130811338611#v4-38)

I Posted the Ebay...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 01-20-2013
Replies: 18
Views: 1,379
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Islander 37 info?

Hello All,

About 3 weeks ago, I asked if anyone knew anything about --


1971 Tradewind 32

The Sailboat Spec's. (provided by seller)

Build by -- Tradewind Yard, Long Beach, CA
Forum: Islander 01-19-2013
Replies: 28
Views: 9,652
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Islander 37MS owners

I have some of my Picture's at my Bio Location and some others on my computer. Please send me your email address or just reply to mine at arbakerjr at hotmail dot com

I can send you some of my...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 01-18-2013
Replies: 18
Views: 1,379
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Islander 37 info?

Gary,

If You Replied to my email address.. arbakerjr at hotmail dot com I did not see it, also, I saw your screen name at by BIO Info and I had some pics there too.

Take Care,

Avery
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 01-16-2013
Replies: 18
Views: 1,379
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Islander 37 info?

Gary,

I have another post that was just posted about the -- Tradewind 32. No One has said a thing. I'm guessing, this Tradewind is Not connected to the Tradewind from the UK. I was told by the...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 01-16-2013
Replies: 18
Views: 1,379
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Islander 37 info?

Blue Sky,

I'm Smiling for You and Reviewed tour Video on UTube.

I (above) bought my I-37 in October and it's a labor of love to fix it up or keep up a older boat but that's just fine with me. ...
Forum: Boat Review and Purchase Forum 01-15-2013
Replies: 8
Views: 566
Posted By HighFly_27
Rare Sailboat 1971 Tradewind 32

I bought a 37 Islander MS in October, 2012 and Refitting it.

I needed a sailboat trailer and bought the trailer with boat (32 ft. Tradewind).

Sailboat Information:

1971 Tradewind Yard, 32...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-15-2012
Replies: 20
Views: 1,140
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Advice on Best Antifoul Paint that Holds Up -- In & Out of Salt Water

FASTBOTTMS & RICHH & ALL

I have a good idea about what/ or how to make the best choice for selecting a good antifouling paint. I will start checking the local marina's in my area area by talking...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-14-2012
Replies: 20
Views: 1,140
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Advice on Best Antifoul Paint that Holds Up -- In & Out of Salt Water

RichH & All

Thank You for your Detailed Explanation.. it Really put me on Track.

I just subscribed to Practial Sailor and ordered the Oct. back issue on Antifouling paints and other...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-14-2012
Replies: 20
Views: 1,140
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Advice on Best Antifoul Paint that Holds Up -- In & Out of Salt Water

I had a good laugh at myself as well :):):) :laugher & several smiles. I'm pleased that my dumb mistake was corrected. Just goes to show You All what an X farmer... with 7 to 13 K of chickens may/...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-14-2012
Replies: 20
Views: 1,140
Posted By HighFly_27
Advice on Best Antifoul Paint that Holds Up -- In & Out of Salt Water

I've been reading and trying to Zero in on the Right Bottom Paint for my use.

Boat will be in & out of the water 6 months at a time, based out of Panama City, FL area. I understand that the...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-10-2012
Replies: 5
Views: 475
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Now Blow (how to adjust compass) Me Down

Bearing & All,

I have adjusted compasses in aircraft since 1973, it's one of the items we do as a maint. test pilot. Adjusting a sailboats compass was different for me. I did not have a compass...
Forum: Electrical Systems 11-09-2012
Replies: 4
Views: 369
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Scotty, (Replace Old DC Breaker Panel) When Will I Have My Warp Power On Line ?

chucklesR,

You turned the light bulb on , I did not consider the PTO/ Clutch Drive off the Perkins. The Perkins has a fixture there all ready to drive a geneator. I bet that Perkins has more...
Forum: Electrical Systems 11-09-2012
Replies: 4
Views: 369
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Scotty, (Replace Old DC Breaker Panel) When Will I Have My Warp Power On Line ?

I did not post this info. before, I have AC already and it works. The former owner said he just had it serviced and works ok., said, it may need tweeked. He thought it was not as cold as it was. I...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-09-2012
Replies: 11
Views: 799
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: There She (Fiberglass/ Stern Cleat Torn Out) Blows !

Here's the Pic's of the other Cleat & Winch on the starboard side, Top & Bottom views. It looks about the same underneath but different loading (mt'd. on top).

I agree, the matt. looks real thin,...
Forum: Electrical Systems 11-09-2012
Replies: 4
Views: 369
Posted By HighFly_27
Scotty, (Replace Old DC Breaker Panel) When Will I Have My Warp Power On Line ?

I Need to Replace My DC Breaker Panel.

Some of the breakers are broken and soft when switched on & off.

I did some searching and buying a straight DC Panel is not a problem, about $ 500.00...
Forum: Electrical Systems 11-09-2012
Replies: 1
Views: 254
Posted By HighFly_27
Scotty, I Need (adapters needed on board) More Power, So Hook Me Up !

I'm making up a 50 ft. Shore Power Cable today. My Shore Power Outlet is -- 30 Amps, 125 Volts, 3 Prong, Twist Lock.

I see in my Reading that a number of-- Power Voltage/ Amp is (125/ 250 Volts.,...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-09-2012
Replies: 11
Views: 799
Posted By HighFly_27
There She (Fiberglass/ Stern Cleat Torn Out) Blows !

Ref: 1970 Islander 37 MS

I have some pictures of the torn out cleat and the pending repair (no beef up) is not a problem.

This boat broke away from it mooring and tore this cleat out and the...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-08-2012
Replies: 5
Views: 475
Posted By HighFly_27
Now Blow (how to adjust compass) Me Down

I've been reading & reading, today, I got my 1st good book on -- Piloting & Seamanship by Chapman, 64th edition. I have a long way to go and will attend a 3 day sailing refresher course in December...
Forum: Gear & Maintenance 11-08-2012
Replies: 2
Views: 671
Posted By HighFly_27
Re: Shiver My (cabin remodel) Timbers

2nd Series of 5 pic's.

My Question(s):

I have read (here) that this type of remodel (cover paneling) work has been done before.

What fastener system did you use ?

What are your words...
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