Ditto White Water made my stainless grab rails really nice upgrade.

Steve Thorne
Dejavu 

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>   1. Re:  Gooseneck fitting (Josh Muckley)
>   2. Re:  Stainless grab rails (Dennis C.)
>   3.  Mertec folding prop removal (Curtis McDaniel)
>   4. Re:  Mertec folding prop removal (Dennis C.)
>   5. Re:  Stainless grab rails (Chuck S)
>   6. Re:  Stainless grab rails (Josh Muckley)
>   7. Re:  Mertec folding prop removal (Ronald B. Frerker)
>   8. Re:  Stainless grab rails (Josh Muckley)
>   9. Re:  Mertec folding prop removal (Dennis C.)
>  10. Re:  attaching grounding wires to keel bolts (schiller)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Tue, 15 Mar 2016 18:56:17 -0400
> From: Josh Muckley <muckl...@gmail.com>
> To: "C&C List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Gooseneck fitting
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> FYI my bolt was too short on the unthreaded portion and the threaded
> portion wore into the lower mast fitting.
> 
> Josh Muckley
> S/V Sea Hawk
> 1989 C&C 37+
> Solomons, MD
> On Mar 12, 2016 12:22 PM, "Alan Liles via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> wrote:
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>> Preparing to remove my rig, I found the gooseneck fitting (toggle?) worn
>> around the vertical pin. Where might I source a new one. The boat is a '94
>> 37/40+. I'm not sure of the manufacturer.
>> On another note, is there a way to search subjects in the list archive?
>> I'm sure this has come up before but I haven't found a way to retrieve the
>> thread.
>> 
>> Cheers, Al
>> 
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> From: "Dennis C." <capt...@gmail.com>
> To: CnClist <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Stainless grab rails
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> Ditto whitewater.  Had them make SS rails made for a J30.  Nice work.
> 
> Dennis C.
> 
> On Tue, Mar 15, 2016 at 5:51 PM, Josh Muckley via CnC-List <
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
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>> I had mine made at whitewatermarine.com under the advice of this list.
>> Very reasonable to work with.   I can't remember if it was $200 each or
>> total for the pair.
>> 
>> https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B8pEh5lnvP1yd0UxdVVfWkEybjA
>> 
>> Josh Muckley
>> S/V Sea Hawk
>> 1989 C&C 37+
>> Solomons, MD
>> On Mar 15, 2016 3:35 PM, "Joseph Bognar via CnC-List" <
>> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>> 
>>> Call Doug Guierella at Klacko Stainless in st Carharines
>>> 
>>> Sent from Joe Bognar
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Mar 15, 2016, at 12:28 PM, Bob Hickson via CnC-List <
>>> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I removed the grab rails off my 29-2 in the fall.
>>> Once I started stripping them, I realized that they are really thin from
>>> many years of sanding. I am looking for a shop in the Toronto Ontario area
>>> that can fabricate replacement grab rails from stainless steel.  Anybody
>>> have any suggestions?
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Bob Hickson, P. ENG.,
>>> Sent from Samsung Mobile
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> From: Curtis McDaniel <cpt.b...@gmail.com>
> To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Stus-List Mertec folding prop removal
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> 
> I have a C&C 30 MK1 ?675?  It has a 2GM20F with a folding Mertec prop.  I?m 
> trying to remove it. I have the blades off and there is a collar that has a 
> 3/8 square drive showing. 
> My question is how do I get the rest of the prop off to install my new Cambel 
> sailprop. 
> Thanks for your help
> Capt, Curtis
> 
> (2) - Blades?
> (1) - Hub
> (1) - Monel Pivot Pin
> (1) - Key
> (4) - Monel Cotter Pins
> (1) ? Nut
> 
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> Date: Tue, 15 Mar 2016 21:33:22 -0500
> From: "Dennis C." <capt...@gmail.com>
> To: CnClist <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Mertec folding prop removal
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> I removed mine underwater with the method below.
> 
> Insert a 3/8" extension in the square hole in the prop nut.  Attach a
> ratchet or handle.  Twist it counterclockwise.  The Cotter key through the
> hub and prop nut will shear and the nut will come out.  After that, a gear
> puller should remove the hub.  Once the hub and nut are off, remove all of
> the sheared pieces of the key with a small punch.
> 
> Dennis C.
> Touche' 35-1 #83
> Mandeville, LA
> 
> On Tue, Mar 15, 2016 at 9:09 PM, Curtis McDaniel via CnC-List <
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
> 
>> 
>> 
>> I have a C&C 30 MK1 ?675?  It has a 2GM20F with a folding Mertec prop.
>> I?m trying to remove it. I have the blades off and there is a collar that
>> has a 3/8 square drive showing.
>> 
>> My question is how do I get the rest of the prop off to install my new
>> Cambel sailprop.
>> 
>> Thanks for your help
>> 
>> Capt, Curtis
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> (2) - Blades
>> (1) - Hub
>> (1) - Monel Pivot Pin
>> (1) - Key
>> (4) - Monel Cotter Pins
>> (1) ? Nut
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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> Message: 5
> Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2016 03:11:43 +0000 (UTC)
> From: Chuck S <cscheaf...@comcast.net>
> To: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Stainless grab rails
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> Thanks, That's exactly what I'd like to do. 
> 
> 
> Chuck 
> Resolute 
> 1990 C&C 34R 
> Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md 
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
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> From: "Josh Muckley via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> 
> To: "C&C List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> 
> Cc: "Josh Muckley" <muckl...@gmail.com> 
> Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 6:51:28 PM 
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Stainless grab rails 
> 
> 
> 
> I had mine made at whitewatermarine.com under the advice of this list. Very 
> reasonable to work with. I can't remember if it was $200 each or total for 
> the pair. 
> 
> https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B8pEh5lnvP1yd0UxdVVfWkEybjA 
> 
> 
> Josh Muckley 
> S/V Sea Hawk 
> 1989 C&C 37+ 
> Solomons, MD 
> On Mar 15, 2016 3:35 PM, "Joseph Bognar via CnC-List" < cnc-list@cnc-list.com 
> > wrote: 
> 
> 
> 
> Call Doug Guierella at Klacko Stainless in st Carharines 
> 
> Sent from Joe Bognar 
> 
> 
> On Mar 15, 2016, at 12:28 PM, Bob Hickson via CnC-List < 
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com > wrote: 
> 
> 
> <blockquote>
> 
> I removed the grab rails off my 29-2 in the fall. 
> Once I started stripping them, I realized that they are really thin from many 
> years of sanding. I am looking for a shop in the Toronto Ontario area that 
> can fabricate replacement grab rails from stainless steel. Anybody have any 
> suggestions? 
> 
> 
> 
> Bob Hickson, P. ENG., 
> Sent from Samsung Mobile 
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> Message: 6
> Date: Tue, 15 Mar 2016 23:17:35 -0400
> From: Josh Muckley <muckl...@gmail.com>
> To: "C&C List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Stainless grab rails
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> I brace on them with my feet while working the main and sailpack.  Very
> strong.  Be careful they are slippery when wet.  I've considered leather
> wrap or rope wrap to make them less slippery.
> 
> Josh
> On Mar 15, 2016 11:12 PM, "Chuck S via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> wrote:
> 
>> Thanks,  That's exactly what I'd like to do.
>> 
>> 
>> Chuck
>> Resolute
>> 1990 C&C 34R
>> Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md
>> 
>> ------------------------------
>> *From: *"Josh Muckley via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
>> *To: *"C&C List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
>> *Cc: *"Josh Muckley" <muckl...@gmail.com>
>> *Sent: *Tuesday, March 15, 2016 6:51:28 PM
>> *Subject: *Re: Stus-List Stainless grab rails
>> 
>> I had mine made at whitewatermarine.com under the advice of this list.
>> Very reasonable to work with.   I can't remember if it was $200 each or
>> total for the pair.
>> 
>> https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B8pEh5lnvP1yd0UxdVVfWkEybjA
>> 
>> Josh Muckley
>> S/V Sea Hawk
>> 1989 C&C 37+
>> Solomons, MD
>> On Mar 15, 2016 3:35 PM, "Joseph Bognar via CnC-List" <
>> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>> 
>>> Call Doug Guierella at Klacko Stainless in st Carharines
>>> 
>>> Sent from Joe Bognar
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Mar 15, 2016, at 12:28 PM, Bob Hickson via CnC-List <
>>> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I removed the grab rails off my 29-2 in the fall.
>>> Once I started stripping them, I realized that they are really thin from
>>> many years of sanding. I am looking for a shop in the Toronto Ontario area
>>> that can fabricate replacement grab rails from stainless steel.  Anybody
>>> have any suggestions?
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Bob Hickson, P. ENG.,
>>> Sent from Samsung Mobile
>>> 
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> Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2016 04:29:24 +0000 (UTC)
> From: "Ronald B. Frerker" <rbfrer...@yahoo.com>
> To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Mertec folding prop removal
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> Dennis, if you did this underwater where you sail, isn't that like trolling 
> for alligators???RonWild CheriC&C 30-1STL
> 
> 
>      From: Dennis C. via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> To: CnClist <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> 
> Cc: Dennis C. <capt...@gmail.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 9:33 PM
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Mertec folding prop removal
> 
> I removed mine underwater with the method below.
> 
> Insert a 3/8" extension in the square hole in the prop nut.? Attach a ratchet 
> or handle.? Twist it counterclockwise.? The Cotter key through the hub and 
> prop nut will shear and the nut will come out.? After that, a gear puller 
> should remove the hub.? Once the hub and nut are off, remove all of the 
> sheared pieces of the key with a small punch.
> Dennis C.
> Touche' 35-1 #83
> Mandeville, LA
> 
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> Message: 8
> Date: Wed, 16 Mar 2016 03:43:37 -0400
> From: Josh Muckley <muckl...@gmail.com>
> To: "C&C List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Stainless grab rails
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> Sorry white water marine can be found here:
> 
> http://www.whitewatermarineinc.com
> 
> I was working with Mike and if you reference my project it might ease the
> engineering.
> 
> m...@whitewatermarineinc.com
> 
> Josh Muckley
> S/V Sea Hawk
> 1989 C&C 37+
> Solomons, MD
> 
> I had mine made at whitewatermarine.com under the advice of this list.
> Very reasonable to work with.   I can't remember if it was $200 each or
> total for the pair.
> 
> https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B8pEh5lnvP1yd0UxdVVfWkEybjA
> 
> Josh Muckley
> S/V Sea Hawk
> 1989 C&C 37+
> Solomons, MD
> On Mar 15, 2016 3:35 PM, "Joseph Bognar via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> wrote:
> 
>> Call Doug Guierella at Klacko Stainless in st Carharines
>> 
>> Sent from Joe Bognar
>> 
>> 
>> On Mar 15, 2016, at 12:28 PM, Bob Hickson via CnC-List <
>> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>> 
>> I removed the grab rails off my 29-2 in the fall.
>> Once I started stripping them, I realized that they are really thin from
>> many years of sanding. I am looking for a shop in the Toronto Ontario area
>> that can fabricate replacement grab rails from stainless steel.  Anybody
>> have any suggestions?
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Bob Hickson, P. ENG.,
>> Sent from Samsung Mobile
>> 
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> From: "Dennis C." <capt...@gmail.com>
> To: CnClist <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
> Subject: Re: Stus-List Mertec folding prop removal
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> Actually, I did it in Pensacola.  Need to watch for sharks there. :)
> 
> However, on the subject of alligators, I was coming in off the lake
> yesterday and there was a 10-12 footer sunning himself near the start of my
> marina.  I'll send you pics off list.  I might re-think diving the boat in
> the marina to clean the bottom this spring.  :)
> 
> Dennis C.
> 
> On Tue, Mar 15, 2016 at 11:29 PM, Ronald B. Frerker via CnC-List <
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
> 
>> Dennis, if you did this underwater where you sail, isn't that like
>> trolling for alligators???
>> Ron
>> Wild Cheri
>> C&C 30-1
>> STL
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> ------------------------------
>> *From:* Dennis C. via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
>> *To:* CnClist <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
>> *Cc:* Dennis C. <capt...@gmail.com>
>> *Sent:* Tuesday, March 15, 2016 9:33 PM
>> *Subject:* Re: Stus-List Mertec folding prop removal
>> 
>> I removed mine underwater with the method below.
>> 
>> Insert a 3/8" extension in the square hole in the prop nut.  Attach a
>> ratchet or handle.  Twist it counterclockwise.  The Cotter key through the
>> hub and prop nut will shear and the nut will come out.  After that, a gear
>> puller should remove the hub.  Once the hub and nut are off, remove all of
>> the sheared pieces of the key with a small punch.
>> 
>> Dennis C.
>> Touche' 35-1 #83
>> Mandeville, LA
>> 
>> 
>> 
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> From: schiller <schil...@bloomingdalecom.net>
> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
> Subject: Re: Stus-List attaching grounding wires to keel bolts
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> Fred,
> 
> I really don't understand ABYC's position on this, unless they are 
> referring to non plated copper.  We used silver plated copper braid in 
> the Aerospace and Defense industry most of the time for lightning and 
> ground bonding.  Any aircraft you ever fly on has it's electrical users 
> bonded with braided copper.  As long as you have plating and the 
> circular mils, I don't understand the issue.
> 
> Neil Schiller
> 1970 Redwing 35, Hull #7
> (C&C 35, Mark I)
> "Corsair"
> 
>> On 3/14/2016 5:45 PM, Frederick G Street via CnC-List wrote:
>> Mike ? ABYC E-11 (AC and DC Electrical Systems) has this to say about 
>> grounding:
>> 
>> 11.18.2.5.2.2.Copper braid shall not be used.
>> 
>> 11.18.2.6.Combined DC Grounding and Bonding Systems ? The DC grounding 
>> conductors may be combined with the following systems providing all 
>> the requirements with respect to conductor size are met for each system.
>> 
>> It then goes on to list Lightning Protection, Cathodic Bonding and 
>> Static Electricity Grounding.  So yes, you CAN connect all of the 
>> grounding/bonding systems on a boat.
>> 
>> Lightning systems require the equivalent of #6AWG wire for everything 
>> but the main download; that needs to be #4AWG or equivalent, but for 
>> our boats the mast provides the downlead (and far exceeds #4AWG).
>> 
>> Fred Street -- Minneapolis
>> S/V Oceanis (1979 C&C Landfall 38) -- on the hard in Bayfield, WI   :^(
>> 
>>> On Mar 14, 2016, at 3:45 PM, Josh Muckley via CnC-List 
>>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Yes the braid is what we're talking about with regards to the 
>>> lightning protection.  It is not uncommon for this braid to corrode 
>>> away.  As I understand it you leave it uninsulated so that during a 
>>> lightning strike the insulation doesn't have a chance to burn off and 
>>> possibly start a fire. That's why using the cooper bar stock is 
>>> appropriate.  I've also seen copper plumbing pipe bent in a tubing 
>>> bender and flattened on the ends. Drill holes in the flat parts to 
>>> bolt it ad needed. Again as straight of a shot as possible is preferred.
>>> 
>>> The lightning protection should be separated from the DC ground 
>>> system and galvanic protection system.  See my previous link for 
>>> clarification.
>>> 
>>> Josh Muckley
>>> S/V Sea Hawk
>>> 1989 C&C 37+
>>> Solomons, MD
>>> 
>>> On Mar 14, 2016 10:09 AM, "Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List" 
>>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote:
>>> 
>>>    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 suitable length and splice it somehow?
>>> 
>>>    Mike
>>> 
>>>    Persistence
>>> 
>>>    1987 Frers 33
>>> 
>>>    Halifax, NS
>> 
>> 
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