Re: Stus-List C&C 26' or 27'?

2018-10-15 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Garhauer will copy the bolt locations onto a new track, free of charge (?) (at least it was free when I got mine). I strongly second the Garhauer recommendation, Mine is working fine after more than 12 years. Though I got the same traveler as the Catalina 36, so it does not work at the design

Re: Stus-List C&C 26' or 27'?

2018-10-14 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I second your thoughts about 'smaller'. I traded up from a 25 to a 32, because of my (ex)wife. While I truly enjoy the 32, it is is a nice boat, I wish I kept the 25. Just the right size for coastal cruising, including Catalina Is. The 32 is more comfortable, no question. But it is just tha

cnc-list@cnc-list.com

2018-10-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
C-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Update to "How long owned a C&C" To: "Leslie Paal via CnC-List" Cc: "Don Kern" Date: Friday, October 5, 2018, 9:23 PM Leslie, The total spreadsheet is tracking previous owned C&Cs. However, it is too

cnc-list@cnc-list.com

2018-10-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Thanks for doing the spreadsheet! Leslie. On Thu, 10/4/18, Don Kern via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List Update to "How long owned a C&C" To: "T Smyth via CnC-List" Cc: "Don Kern" Date: Thursday, October 4, 2018, 4:06 PM This is an update

cnc-list@cnc-list.com

2018-10-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
couple items: - Pasadena is in CA (L.A. county) - I owned a C&C25 before, did not see it. Maybe the info did not yet make the spreadsheet. Leslie. On Thu, 10/4/18, Don Kern via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List Update to "How long owned a C&C" To

Re: Stus-List Long time sailing experience??

2018-10-01 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Looks like I'm in 'the same boat', stated sailing by racing on an old Olympic class wooden boat at the same time. Came from soaring (sail plane) when I moved to the sea shore. Here in the US I had a C&C25 from 78-92; did not consider anything else than C&C when upgrading. Moved the 25 from Ma

Re: Stus-List C&C long time question

2018-10-01 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I'm the second owner of a 1983 C&C32. Since 1992, and plan to keep it. Leslie Phoenix On Thu, 9/27/18, robert via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List C&C long time question To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "robert" , "Jack Fitzgerald" Date: Thursd

Re: Stus-List checking fire extinguishers & Lifeslings

2018-06-27 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
make sure the powder is not compacted, need to shake it up regularly. It will not work if the powder is in one big lump. Leslie, semi-retired USAR member. On Wed, 6/27/18, svrebeccaleah via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List checking fire exti

Re: Stus-List Radar Reflector

2018-05-23 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
... and I have a very logical explanation why you should buy the bridge I have in Brooklyn...;-) Leslie. (unless some laws of physics have changed in the last few years.) On Wed, 5/23/18, robert via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List Radar Ref

Re: Stus-List Parallel Batteries -- Double the Ah, but Double the CCA too??? (Edd Schillay)

2018-05-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
gently splitting hairs the current drawn is controlled by the potential difference and the total resistance in the loop. It includes the battery internal resistance too. So reducing the internal resistance by, paralleling the batteries, and all other variables are the same; there will be

Re: Stus-List Fresh Water Conversion Yanmar 3HM

2018-04-30 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
mine is too, and it was delivered with the 'after market' heat exchanger (but no expansion tank). The sales document lists the engine as fresh water cooled. Never had any issue with the circulating pumps impeller on the engine. (normal replacement interval) Leslie. Phoenix C&C32 1983 ---

Re: Stus-List Omni WiFi antenna installation / connection range

2018-02-27 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
This maybe old news to some, but I just realized that my phone provider (via cable) has a lot (20K+) free wifi spots, all over the country. They are secured, but your provider's username/password will let you use it. I have it programmed in my cellphone and can get good connection in most place

Re: Stus-List Insurance issues

2018-02-08 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
ehalf Of Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2018 10:05 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Matthew L. Wolford Subject: Re: Stus-List Insurance issues Wow.  Does that include racing? -Original Message- From: Leslie Paal via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, Febr

Re: Stus-List Insurance issues

2018-02-08 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2018 10:05 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Matthew L. Wolford Subject: Re: Stus-List Insurance issues Wow.  Does that include racing? -Original Message- From: Leslie Paal

Re: Stus-List Insurance issues

2018-02-08 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2018, 7:05 PM Wow.  Does that include racing? -Original Message- From: Leslie Paal via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2018 9:02 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Leslie Paal Subject: Re: Stus-List Insurance issues well, my boat is only 32

Re: Stus-List Insurance issues

2018-02-07 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
well, my boat is only 32 feet, and been insured with Allstate without any questions. I did not have any claim so far (10+ years) and my last premium was $180 (about) with good coverage (inc. full value, extras, spill, 3rd party, etc.) Leslie Phoenix C&C32 1983

Re: Stus-List Boat Insurance

2018-02-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
my first car was an MGA. Almost the most fun car I had, despite the lack of power. Leslie. On Mon, 2/5/18, bushmark4--- via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Boat Insurance To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: bushma...@aol.com Date: Monday, Febr

Re: Stus-List Question: Radar reflector vs. active radar

2018-02-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
the radar antenna is a good sized metal construction. It will reflect. Also, since it is tuned to the same (about) frequencies, it can passively re-radiate some of the signal. Leslie. On Fri, 2/2/18, Frederick G Street via CnC-List wrote: Subjec

Re: Stus-List Halyard knots (was: Masthead sheaves C&C 37+)

2018-02-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
In USAR training (including confined space) we only used the Figure8 knot on 'life' lines. Everybody knew how to tie and untie, so there were no surprises. Leslie JPL USAR Team (retired) On Fri, 2/2/18, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List wrote: Subject:

Re: Stus-List Holiday wishes

2017-12-22 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Merry Christmas to all. Our hummingbirds are also chilly, going through a lot of 'nectar'. They have consumed 25 lbs of sugar since beginning of Oct. Sailing related: we had great sailing last Wednesday with my 92 year old friend, double handed. Leslie. Phoenix C&C32 Alamitos Bay CA.

Re: Stus-List Pfd

2017-11-16 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
the Sospenders and West Marine PFDs I've bought previously. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Leslie Paal via CnC-List Sent: Monday, November 13, 2017 8:02 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: L

Re: Stus-List Pfd

2017-11-16 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
ism when the zipper is closed. And the zipper is a big improvement over the Velcro strips on the Sospenders and West Marine PFDs I've bought previously. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Leslie

Re: Stus-List Pfd

2017-11-13 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I got two of these, but not impressed. The design (or manufacturing) has a couple issues. - the "rip" zipper seems to me installed backward. To check the bobbin you have to undo the whole zipper because the slider is on the wrong end. - the manual activation cord has a very good chance to get c

Re: Stus-List Lost at sea...um , yeah

2017-11-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
correct, but the actual boat is 45 feet. Someone wanted to cheat on mooring fees and taxes On Tue, 10/31/17, Bill Bina - gmail via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Lost at sea...um , yeah To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Bill Bina - gmai

Re: Stus-List News story

2017-10-30 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
4 knots in 30 days is 2880 nmiles. Could reach civilization from most places in the Pacific Reliance on electronics only will leave you in deep Leslie On Fri, 10/27/17, David Knecht via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List News story T

Re: Stus-List My email to Rod

2017-10-23 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
got your message and his two replies with addresses. Leslie On Sun, 10/22/17, Stu via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List My email to Rod To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Stu" Date: Sunday, October 22, 2017, 5:10 PM Yes I sent an email to the li

Re: Stus-List How long do your zincs last (saltwater, on a dock, plugged in to shore power

2017-09-25 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
that is about the same I get, maybe a little more. Leslie Phoenix C&C32 1983 Alamitos Bay Marina. On Mon, 9/25/17, Bruce Whitmore via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List How long do your zincs last (saltwater, on a dock, plugged in to shore power T

Re: Stus-List LED bulb lumen equivalents

2017-09-04 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Dennis, there is no accurate way to convert power (V*I) to lumens. Basically the temperature of the filament will drive the lumens value. Leslie. On Mon, 9/4/17, Dennis C. via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List LED bulb lumen equivalents To: "Cn

Re: Stus-List Whereabouts???

2017-09-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
traveling around in Europe, no sail boat rides so far Leslie. On Fri, 9/1/17, Dave Godwin via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Whereabouts??? To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Dave Godwin" Date: Friday, September 1, 2017, 2:24 PM Sitti

Re: Stus-List 35 - 3

2017-08-04 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I have shipped a C&C25 from Marblehead to San Diego, the cost was much less than the potential loss on the sale/purchase. (I also had a tight schedule between jobs.) Leslie. On Tue, 8/1/17, Howard and Skippy via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List traveller track/cars Harken vs others

2017-07-13 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I have raced on a boat with Harken windward-sheeting traveler. It was PITA in light winds. Leslie. On Wed, 7/12/17, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List traveller track/cars Harken vs others To: "Dennis C. via CnC-List" Cc:

Re: Stus-List 33-2 music and speakers

2017-07-03 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
- if the amp is expecting 4 ohms load it will not drive the 8 ohms load to full volume. - the 30+ year old speaker cones maybe disintegrating at the outer edge (suspension). That will give you 'buzzy' sound. Leslie. On Mon, 7/3/17, Dave via CnC-Lis

Re: Stus-List furling line

2017-05-31 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
yes, Leslie Phoenix C&C32 1983 On Mon, 5/29/17, Dennis C. via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List furling line To: "CnClist" Cc: "Dennis C." Date: Monday, May 29, 2017, 6:48 PM How many of you have a ratcheting block on your furling line

Re: Stus-List 12V Step-Down Transformers

2017-05-07 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
you are looking for "DC to DC converters" (transformers for AC). Not all copiers are Xerox Leslie. On Fri, 5/5/17, Edd Schillay via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List 12V Step-Down Transformers To: "Edd Schillay via CnC-List" Cc: "Edd Schil

Re: Stus-List DQOTD - What is a Arcotronic 50 uf Capacitor for?

2017-05-04 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
actually that is way too big for a galvanic isolator. But it is about the correct value for a ferro-resonant battery charger; notice the AC rating. The charger uses a synchronous loop (L & C, tuned to 60Hz) to keep the supply voltage fairly constant. The charger part just uses a diode bridge,

Re: Stus-List Sail advice for C&Cs in general

2017-05-04 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Richard, my go to sail is a 135 tape-drive. Works very well, no observable loss of speed unless quite light wind. Then a deck sweeping 150 is better, but seldom needed. I no longer race As far as headsail only, I regularly sail that way when the true wind is 8 knot or so. The tacking a

Re: Stus-List Sealing fixed portlights / windows, 1994 C&C 37/40+

2017-03-28 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I came across a sealant, for aluminum to stucco. It meant to deal with 'significant' movements. I used to (temporarily) seal the head hatch, still holding up well after 2 years. It was readily available at Home Depot, the tube is on the boat so I do not have the info. The sealant is off-whit

Re: Stus-List Splicing RG58 coax

2016-11-19 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
save the removed insulator, split it and use it over the joint. You want as 'smooth' joint as possible. The cable is designed with 'that' insulator, reuse it. Leslie. spent many years communicating with spacecraft millions of miles away, using BIG antennas...

Re: Stus-List 1973 custom C&C 43' - hull/deck joint (toe rail replacement?)

2016-11-14 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Violeta, based on the picture, I think you can clean up the corrosion and apply paint (Rustoleum was used successfully by some on the list). They do not look structurally compromised, but of course the rails would have to be removed, inspected then replaced. C&C used butyl tape under those

Re: Stus-List Awesome C&C race boat on eBay

2016-11-14 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
and I doubt yours sails fast 12+ knots. ;-) Leslie. On Sun, 11/13/16, Ronald B. Frerker via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Awesome C&C race boat on eBay To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Cc: "Ronald B. Frerker" Date: Sunday, Novembe

Re: Stus-List 1973 custom C&C 43' - hull/deck joint (toe rail replacement?)

2016-11-13 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
In this case you do not need to replace the toe rail, just re-bed it after cleaning up everything. Still a major job. Leslie. Phoenix C&C32 1983 On Sun, 11/13/16, Violeta Ivanova via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List 1973 custom C&C 43' - hul

Re: Stus-List 30MKII. For sale

2016-11-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
If the original sales brochure said 'large V-berth' then it has a large V-berth! ;-) Leslie Phoenix, C&C32 1983 Long Beach CA. On Sat, 11/5/16, Allan Rheaume via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List 30MKII. For sale To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com"

Re: Stus-List Boat Handling Skill

2016-10-31 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
it only doubles the fibers ;-) Leslie. On Thu, 10/27/16, Josh Muckley via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Boat Handling Skill To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Josh Muckley" Date: Thursday, October 27, 2016, 6:47 PM Funny you should

Re: Stus-List [Support] Re: Question on PredictWind.com

2016-07-30 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
%< But I was coming from Vista!! And that wasn't possible (note the capital on the A, that was placed there by Outlook all by itself). Gary (still living in the stone age and not liking having to come out of my cave) -%< the capital A is correct after the exclamat

Re: Stus-List SailTimer Wind Instrument

2016-07-30 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
no reputable vendor will charge your card till the merchandise is shipping! Leslie On Fri, 7/29/16, RANDY via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List SailTimer Wind Instrument To: "cnc-list" Cc: "RANDY" Date: Friday, July 29, 2016, 9:06 AM Lister

Re: Stus-List Relocating the Yanmar key now alternator..

2016-07-19 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Small correction: "The sudden high current overheats the diodes and they fail open" When the battery is disconnected while the alternator is charging the existing field current will generate a high voltage spike that exceeds the reverse voltage breakdown value. Normal diodes are rated for 60-10

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 123, Issue 47

2016-04-09 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Please heed Stu's directive! On Fri, 4/8/16, ssjohnson via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 123, Issue 47 To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Cc: "ssjohnson" Date: Friday, April 8, 2016, 7:25 PM Sent fro

Re: Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails

2016-03-26 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
A friend got RT sail (135) about two years ago. It is quite OK for cruising, BUT he had to replace the dacron sun-cover with Sunbrella and repair some of the stitching. It cost him $800. The sail spent "all the time" on the furler since we get to sail 12 months a year (SoCal). Leslie. Phoeni

Re: Stus-List Yanmar Key source

2016-03-24 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
flat blade screwdriver or any key that fit. (there are no pins inside, just a slot) Leslie. On Thu, 3/24/16, Richard N. Bush via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Yanmar Key source To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Richard N. Bush" Date:

Re: Stus-List C&C 25 Info

2016-01-29 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
A long time ago, while living in Boston I took a C&C25 to Martha's Vineyard from Marblehead and back around the Cape over two weeks. It was fine but camping experience is a must. Leslie. Phoenix C&C32 1983 On Tue, 1/26/16, Mark McMenamy via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List C&C 37+ nameplates for sale

2016-01-12 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Gary, if your stay did NOT make you an expert you may have grounds for false advertising. VBG Leslie. On Tue, 1/12/16, Gary Russell via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C 37+ nameplates for sale To: "C&C List" Cc: "Gary Russell" D

Re: Stus-List 10. Re: Acoustic insulation in Canada (Dreuge)

2016-01-09 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
the link does not appear to work. :-( Leslie. On Sat, 1/9/16, Dave Syer via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List 10. Re: Acoustic insulation in Canada (Dreuge) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Dave Syer" Date: Saturday, January 9, 2016, 5:54 AM

Re: Stus-List Interesting photos of waves on L. Erie

2016-01-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Thank you! Unbelievably scary and beautiful the same time. Leslie. On Thu, 12/31/15, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List Interesting photos of waves on L. Erie To: "C&C List" Cc: "Marek Dziedzic" Date: Thursday, December 31,

Re: Stus-List Cost to recover cushions - ouch

2015-12-19 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
or you could "inherit" cushions more suitable for a livingroom than the boat. They are off-white. It is an attractive, good quality material; living under towels to protect them Leslie Phoenix C&C32 1983. On Fri, 12/18/15, Gary Nylander via CnC

Re: Stus-List Cost to recover cushions - ouch

2015-12-19 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
the current trendy style is the late 50s. So you won't have to wait too long ;-) Leslie. Phoenix C&C32 1983 Long Beach, CA. On Fri, 12/18/15, Dennis C. via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Cost to recover cushions - ouch To: "CnClist"

Re: Stus-List Wabasto furness

2015-12-16 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
there is a fair chance it is already stamped with "made in china". Leslie. On Tue, 12/15/15, Bill Coleman via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Wabasto furness To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Bill Coleman" Date: Tuesday, December 15, 201

Re: Stus-List Vacation Options -- Not C&C Related, But Sailing Related

2015-11-24 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Unfortunately, you will not have enough time to do a real day rental. Ships arrive in the morning, takes some time to get off and go anywhere from the terminal. On the other end, you want to be back at the terminal with a bit of margin, they can leave you behind. In most ports you can find a

Re: Stus-List Heading south?

2015-11-22 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Classy outfit, though C&C only in spirit. Have a great trip. Leslie Phoenix C&C32 On Sat, 11/21/15, stumurray25--- via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Heading south? To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: stumurra...@gmail.com Date: Saturday, Nove

Re: Stus-List : The platform question

2015-11-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
sort of but not quite The "Internet" in 'modern' sense was established in 1982, ARPANET. Early nets were in use by the 70s, usually limited to localized computers (campus wide). I was lucky to work for Linkabit, an early adopter; that company developed the first email client program in wi

Re: Stus-List Galvanic isolator - Good idea?

2015-10-29 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
in most cases the GIs have 4 diodes in them for 1.2V drop/isolation. (2 in series in each direction) Selecting components for a given amp rating is not hard. But, selecting components and enclosure that can withstand the environment is a bit of a challenge. Leslie. Phoenix C&C32 1983 --

Re: Stus-List Signal K interface

2015-10-29 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
while it may work for a while, those boxes are not designed to deal with the rather nasty environment of the boat's "12V". First it is not 12V but higher (14+ when the engine is running), second it will have large voltage spikes on them. YMMV, just a thought. Leslie. Phoenix, C&C32 1983 --

Re: Stus-List IPad Question...

2015-10-04 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
With due respect to all who contributed to this discussion, please note that "how many angels can dance on a pinhead?" has been answered a long time ago. Making ANY claims, pro/con, is not useful without a full disclosure of the context. The GPS signal strength is well known and relatively con

Re: Stus-List Trucking to Georgian Bay

2015-10-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
If you do anything, and things go south you will have a problem assigning blame. If you let them do everything relating to moving the boat; they are responsible. I shipped a C&C from Boston to San Diego. The damage (minor) was covered by the trucking company as they did all the work. (Apart f

Re: Stus-List Hot water tank

2015-09-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
those are 1.8 gpm (some ill guided federal law). Still barely adequate. 0.5 gpm would be a fast drip... Leslie. just went through an inspection routine here in SoCal. The city is getting really picky... On Wed, 9/2/15, Danny Haughey via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Autopilot steering

2015-08-28 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
minor correction: The autohelm motor will use power to keep a steady pressure against the rudder. Else the rudder will move and the direction lost. (steady use of power but no work done, heating the universe...) Leslie. Phoenix, C&C32 1983.   The

Re: Stus-List Battery question for LF38 owners

2015-08-19 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
in fresh water your boat sits lower. ;-) Leslie. On Wed, 8/19/15, William Hall via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Battery question for LF38 owners To: "cnc-list" Cc: "William Hall" Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2015, 7:33 AM

Re: Stus-List Yanmar question

2015-08-11 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
is held on with a cotter pin or a clip. Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C&C 37+ Solomons, MD Yanmar 3HM35F On Aug 11, 2015 2:25 PM, "Leslie Paal via CnC-List" wrote: The "kill" cable broke on my 2GM20, at the engine end.  The cause (I think) was that as

Stus-List Yanmar question

2015-08-11 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
The "kill" cable broke on my 2GM20, at the engine end. The cause (I think) was that as the arm moved the wire was flexing where it was clamped to the arm. My question: should that clamp (square block of metal with a hole for the wire and a screw to clamp) rotate in the arm. Mine does not. Ca

Re: Stus-List Universal Engine panel wiring

2015-08-11 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
To run 10 amps through the glow plugs they can not be more than 1.2 ohms, from a 12V battery. A couple thousand ohms would allow only 6 mA, barely enough to lite a LED... ;-) Leslie. (one of my degrees is EE.) down the starting voltage. When you

Re: Stus-List Off topic Windows 10

2015-08-06 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I second that! Leslie. On Thu, 8/6/15, Edd Schillay via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Off topic Windows 10 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Edd Schillay" Date: Thursday, August 6, 2015, 6:59 AM Joel, To re-purpose and rephrase an old

Re: Stus-List Howling rigging

2015-08-02 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodore_von_K%C3%A1rm%C3%A1n von Karman was Hungarian. I spent many hours in an auditorium named after him at JPL. Leslie. On Sat, 8/1/15, Don Wagner via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Howling rigging To: cn

Re: Stus-List Boat time and weather

2015-07-13 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I doubt that the bolts loosened, most likely the goop squeezed out and now not compressed... Leslie collected 'plenty' of squeezed out goop from the shelf under. Phoenix, C&C32 (1983) Long Beach CA. On Mon, 7/13/15, David via CnC-List wrote: Subject

Re: Stus-List Universal M-35 Water Heater Hose Size?

2015-06-08 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
not very big. ;-) Leslie. On Mon, 6/8/15, Edd Schillay via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List Universal M-35 Water Heater Hose Size? To: "C&C List" Cc: "Edd Schillay" Date: Monday, June 8, 2015, 8:40 AM Listers, Does anyone know, off h

Stus-List Looking for a ride....

2015-05-17 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I'll be in the Montreal area from the 26th to June 3 sightseeing. If anyone can use an extra hand on a day-sail, I'll happily come along with some adult refreshments. Leslie Phoenix C&C32 1983 Alamitos Bay, California ___ Email address: CnC-List@cn

Re: Stus-List Alternator Output Question

2015-05-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
If you follow the recommendation you will be using the house bank for starting the engine. Not what you had in mind, I think. Replace the orange wire with a run to the house bank, properly switched/fused. Leslie. On Mon, 5/4/15, Edd Schillay via CnC-

Re: Stus-List Ed Shillay's Wiring Diagramme

2015-04-09 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
. Leslie. On Tue, 4/7/15, Robert Boyer wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Ed Shillay's Wiring Diagramme To: "Leslie Paal" , cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Russ & Melody" Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2015, 10:23 AM What do we know about the failure modes of these device

Re: Stus-List Ed Shillay's Wiring Diagramme

2015-04-07 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
to limit the maximum current between the battery banks, it protects the relay contacts. 'They' calculated what resistance is needed not to exceed the contacts rating. Simplest solution; a wire that limits the current by its resistance. You are correct that when the goal is to get the juice to

Re: Stus-List Ed Shillay's Wiring Diagramme

2015-04-06 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
29-0070 Mobile www.airsensing.com -Original Message- From: Leslie Paal [mailto:lpaalc...@yahoo.com] Sent: April-05-15 10:53 PM To: Alex Giannelia; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Ed Shillay's Wiring Diagramme no such thing as a dumb question.  We all learning all the t

Re: Stus-List Problem with 2 new fuel gauges...long story

2015-04-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
just to split hairs, the link forgot one, important thing. The coil is connected to a spring and the current introduced force is acting against the spring. More current more force bigger deflection. If the spring was not there the needle would be pegged against the end stop and 'never' come b

Re: Stus-List Problem with 2 new fuel gauges...long story

2015-04-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
they measure the current. I don't think you notice any real voltage drop on the battery when the fuel level changes... ;-) You are correct about the reversed polarity. Leslie. On Sat, 4/4/15, Josh Muckley via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-Li

Re: Stus-List Problem with 2 new fuel gauges...long story

2015-04-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
strictly speaking the fuel gauge measures current. ;-) Leslie. On Sat, 4/4/15, Wally Bryant via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Problem with 2 new fuel gauges...long story To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Date: Saturday, April 4, 2015, 4:07 PM

Re: Stus-List Ed Shillay's Wiring Diagramme

2015-04-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
no such thing as a dumb question. We all learning all the time, some of us know more on a subject than others and I am sure those in the know will help Leslie Phoenix C&C32 1983 On Sat, 4/4/15, Alex Giannelia via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-L

Re: Stus-List Tool(s) Recommendation for Battery Cable

2015-03-26 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I've seen a 'friend' modifying a bolt-cutter's jaws to crimp. He did a major electric refit and I have not seen him working on the electric since, about 6 years. I can ask him. Leslie Phoenix, C&C32 1983 On Wed, 3/25/15, Edd Schillay via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List C&C ball caps

2015-03-18 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
+ Yes I'm in for 2. Leslie. On Tue, 3/17/15, Robert Hrabinsky via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C ball caps To: "Bradley Lumgair" , cnc-list@cnc-list.com Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2015, 7:54 PM I never write in all caps, but YES! 

Re: Stus-List Traveler Blocks on 38-3

2015-03-06 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
I replaced with new Garhauer traveler (track, car, etc.). The new track is higher profile and does not need the channel, went with Guido's recommendation. More than 10 years trouble free. The track is longer than before. I used heavier bolts and washers. Leslie Phoenix C&C32 1983 -

Re: Stus-List Portlight Replacement with VHB Tape & Dow 795

2015-02-18 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
if you keep the paper on the acrylic, the suction will be lost quite fast. Leslie. On Tue, 2/17/15, Kevin Driscoll via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Portlight Replacement with VHB Tape & Dow 795 To: "Dr. Mark Bodnar" , cnc-list@cnc-list.c

Re: Stus-List Navtec pump service

2015-02-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
gentle reminder about 'not rocket science'. The Challenger tragedy occurred because of a simple seal failure. Leslie retired from JPL/NASA of course the scale of potential damage is not comparable. On Wed, 2/4/15, Charles Nelson via CnC-List wrote:

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2015-02-05 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
You can always use an extra line to narrow the sheeting angle (the name escapes me at the moment). Leslie was Navigo 2 (C&C25) On Wed, 2/4/15, Ed Dooley via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C24 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Date: Wednesday, F

Re: Stus-List Batteries -- Anyone use 6V's?

2014-12-16 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Even he is not a rocket scientist; he just helped to communicate with spacecraft a few million miles away, at the edge of the solar system. Leslie (JPL, retired) On Tue, 12/16/14, Frederick G Street via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Batteri

Re: Stus-List Batteries -- Anyone use 6V's?

2014-12-14 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
2 Trojan 186 (?) in series. The last set lasted well over 10 years. Leslie Phoenix C&C32 On Sun, 12/14/14, Edd Schillay via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Stus-List Batteries -- Anyone use 6V's? To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Date: Sunday, December 14, 2014,

Re: Stus-List Navigation

2014-12-08 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
not quite any more, the SA has been turned off for many years. It does not mean it can not be turned back on... The average GPS receiver uses the C/A code only. Better accuracy (10x) comes from the P code but it is encrypted The military knows the W code,not the general public. However, the

Re: Stus-List Navigation

2014-12-08 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
for those who really want to know, look at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Error_analysis_for_the_Global_Positioning_System There are a lot of 'urban myths' around the GPS, make sure your information is verified. Leslie. I did not study it, but have friends who use GPS to sub-centimeter accuracy.

Re: Stus-List boat heating - was LF38 engine access - how bad is it really?

2014-12-04 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
the raw water cooled engine can be modified to use coolant in the engine and an external exchanger. Mine is setup that way from the factory (at least looks that way). Leslie. Phoenix C&C32 On Wed, 12/3/14, Graham Collins via CnC-List wrote: Subje

Re: Stus-List Navigation

2014-12-01 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
and sometimes there are plain errors. For example the local Long Beach (CA) chart's insert for the downtown marina had the wrong longitude number inserted at one point. Off by 0.1 degree, quite a distance. I reported it some years ago, so probably fixed by now. Leslie ---

Re: Stus-List Winterizing Checklist

2014-11-19 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
would you rather spend them in an office? Leslie. ;-) On Tue, 11/18/14, Chuck S via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Winterizing Checklist To: "Edd Schillay" Cc: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" , "cnc-list-bounces cnc-list" Date: Tuesday,

Re: Stus-List Winterizing my boat and Sea cocks

2014-11-04 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
don't forget your water tank and hot water heater. I'm sure the list can help, I do not know about those as we keep the boat in the water all year. Leslie Phoenix C&C32 On Tue, 11/4/14, Burt Stratton via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Wint

Re: Stus-List Running Lights

2014-10-30 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
s) Leslie. On Thu, 10/30/14, Leslie Paal via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Running Lights To: "Bill Coleman" , cnc-list@cnc-list.com Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014, 12:45 PM Bill, LEDs generate light at a given frequency (color) base

Re: Stus-List Running Lights

2014-10-30 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Bill, LEDs generate light at a given frequency (color) based on the "impurities" on the chip. Those are carefully controlled impurities; but can not be mixed for wide color spectrum. So a red or green led will be tuned for that color and all the power goes into that color. Most likely their b

Re: Stus-List Mast Self-Climbers?

2014-10-17 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
look out for ascenders with 'teeth'; they can shred the rope on a fall, and break the rope (if it is bad enough, but will ruin the rope anyhow). Gibb ascenders a lot better (more like a line clutch), we only used Gibbs in USART. Leslie. On Thu, 10/1

Re: Stus-List Ebola?

2014-10-17 Thread Leslie Paal via CnC-List
Slight correction; the politicians are getting involved.. Leslie. On Thu, 10/16/14, Dennis C. via CnC-List wrote: Subject: Re: Stus-List Ebola? To: "Wally Bryant" , "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Date: Thursday, October 16, 2014, 5:33 PM Things

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