Forum: Gear & Maintenance
2 Weeks Ago
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Replies: 24
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New Dodger
I would definitely opt for hand rails fitted port and starboard if your frame is rigid enough to support them. Also check to see if the boomvang or boom are apt to rub on the dodger and if so you...
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Forum: Cruising & Liveaboard Forum
01-26-2013
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Replies: 13
Views: 941
Getting rid of my clothes....
I would bring as many clothes as you have space to conveniently store. As a live aboard cruiser I am always being faced with needing something I never anticipated, I.e. a suit to attend a funeral in....
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Forum: General Discussion (sailing related)
01-25-2013
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Replies: 9
Views: 564
Any Hylas 46 owners here?
I own a Hylas 42 that draws 8 feet and has a mast height of 68 feet. I have never sailed the intercostal but based on my west coast experience I would think this is not the best boat for you. It is...
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Forum: General Discussion (sailing related)
01-09-2013
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Replies: 57
Views: 2,100
Changing Oil - an easier way?
Jabs I makes a great vacuum pump that you drive with a 1/4" chuck drill motor. It comes Colette with a suction hose that will fit into your dipstick and a larger discharge hose. Warm the oil first,...
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Forum: Cruising & Liveaboard Forum
03-21-2011
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,305
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Forum: Cruising & Liveaboard Forum
03-21-2011
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,305
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Forum: Cruising & Liveaboard Forum
03-21-2011
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,305
Non-US Shore Power
From a practical standpoint, is it worthwhile to prepare ahead of time in order to hook up to shore power after I leave the US/Mexico area? I understand that in Australia and NZ I will need a step...
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