Stus-List Re: Autopilot for 36

I have one on my 36. I can send pictures if you’d like. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36-1 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On May 22, 2020, at 11:37 AM, Kurt Hoehne via CnC-List > wrote: > > Does anybody with a C&C 36 have experience installing a below-deck autopilot? > > -- > >

Stus-List Re: 1979 36-1 Cockpit Flexing

John, I’ve done some repairs on my 36-1 in that area and mine is cored with plywood. You may want to take a core sample using a hole saw to see make sure the core is intact. I don’t generally trust moisture meters.An added stringer seems to be a good idea to me. While you are at it yo

Stus-List Re: Photo for anchor locker door for C&C 36

I’ll be by my boat today or tomorrow and can get you some pictures. Sail safe, Mike Brannon 1978 C&C 36-1 CB VIRGINIA BEACH, VA > On Jan 3, 2023, at 2:30 PM, Via via CnC-List wrote: > > I have a missing anchor locker door on my 1978 C&C 36-1 and hoping someone > can provide a picture of t

Stus-List Re: East coast boat yards?

I use COBB’S Marina in Norfolk VA. It is family owned, well kept and they can do work themselves. It is also easy access to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic. Mike Brannon 1978 C&C 36 CB, VIRGINIA LEE 93295 Norfolk, VA > On Jan 2, 2023, at 5:16 PM, Dave S via CnC-List wrote: > > Contemp

Stus-List Re: Minimum list of Tools to be kept onboard a boat

Years ago I saw this set recommended in a magazine. It is my go to set and I always have one on the boat: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-1-4-in-and-3-8-in-Stubby-Ratchet-and-Socket-Set-46-Piece-H46PCSTS/300117122

Stus-List Re: anyone try this chafe guard?

I was told by a customer this week that it does not hold up very well. Nevertheless it looks like something that is worth trying. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee - 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Sep 12, 2022, at 4:09 PM, Bill Coleman via CnC-List > wrote: > > I need 3 chafe guards, wha

Stus-List Re: Genoa sheets catch on shrouds

I used to use a cow hitch for STA-SET type of sheets on a Genoa. For my high tech sheets I splice an eye in the sheet and use a soft shackle to attach it to the sail. > On Jun 17, 2022, at 9:28 AM, Josh via CnC-List wrote: > > Your experience sounds exactly the same as mine. The use of the

Stus-List Re: Recommendation: Osprey Composites - Herrington Harbor, area Riggers

new > standing rigging? > Joe > Coquina > > > From: MICHAEL BRANNON via CnC-List <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> > Sent: Monday, April 18, 2022 9:36 AM > To: Stus-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> > Cc: MICHAEL BRANNON mailto:ff1...@aol.com>

Stus-List Re: Recommendation: Osprey Composites - Herrington Harbor, area Riggers

As a rigger I would go with Charlie Nelson’s recommendation. To do a thought inspection of rod rigging it needs to be completely disassembles and the cold head looked at closely and possible NDT’d to ensure there are no cracks. At almost 20 years old you most likely need to replace it.Ra

Stus-List Re: USCG flares vs electronic devices

When I bought my electronic signaling device a red distress flag for daytime use came with it. > On Mar 29, 2022, at 5:11 PM, CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hey Korbey, > I'm no expert but I believe the electronic signaling device qualifies for > night, but does not meet t

Stus-List Re: Chainplate Sealing.

John, I’ve owned my 36-1 since 1997. I’ve yet to make the chainplates quit leaking but I’ve certainly reduced the amount. First, I doubt that the balsa around your chainplates is sealed. Mine wasn’t. I had to replace core material on the starboard side. Second. Those aluminum trim pie

Stus-List Re: Main Halyard Lower Sheave Box on the 36-1.

I have re routed my main halyard so it exits the mast on the starboard side and leads aft. I have also replaced the sheaves on the other mast exists. It has to be done by someone who can weld stainless. When the welds are broken the exit box so changes shape so it is best to use a means of

Stus-List Re: C&C 25 mast fittings

You really need to disassemble the rigging and measure the fittings to ensure you get the correct size T-Ball fittings and that they fit into the backing plates. On most boats I re-rig I don’t order parts until I have disassembled the rigging and know exactly what I need. If you are going t

Stus-List Re: Standing rigging replacement

You may want to consider getting an estimate using deform or even 1X19 wire vs rod and see what that comes to.Just a thought. Mike Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Jun 23, 2021, at 8:23 PM, Korbey Hunt via CnC-List > wrote: > > Seems a worthy

Stus-List Re: Interior 'walls'

Way back in NAVY bootcamp they taught us to call it the overhead. There are also decks and bulkheads. The USN spin on things. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Jan 24, 2021, at 1:22 PM, dukatolla--- via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hi Charlie > > The corr

Stus-List Re: rachet block for Harken furler

I find the ratchet more useful when furling the sail. Just a thought. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Jan 4, 2021, at 11:58 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List > wrote: > > I was out sailing Saturday and as I haven’t got around to buying a new rach

Stus-List Re: Emergency TIller

John, Did you try South Shore Yachts? If you can’t find one let me know and I’ll get an estimate to have one made. Happy New Year, Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Dec 31, 2020, at 11:06 AM, John McCrea via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hello all. I nee

Stus-List Re: Life Seal issue

Matt, try working it loose with a wide drywall knife and hammer. That is how I remove things that don’t want to let go before going to full destruction mode.Butyl is the best thing to bed topside fitting with. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On

Re: Stus-List Buying a C & C 32

I have a 42 year old back stay. It was reheaded about 14 years ago. As for the roller furler, I recommend securing the drum. Most drums have a provision for running a line from the drum to the toe rail which is more secure than relying on the furling line. Mike Mike Brannon Virginia

Re: Stus-List Repowering a C&C 36 to Electric?

Chandler, I replaced my 3QM30 about 10 years ago with a 3YM30. I don’t think that I’d attempt a change to an all electric set up at this point. Stick with what has worked reliably in the past. Sail safe, Mike Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On A

Re: Stus-List Replacement mast for C&C 1973 MK1 Redwing 35

These are a little short but you should be able to put two of them together to make the correct length. brand-new-tartan-10-mast-sections Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Jul 28,

Re: Stus-List Seized SS Screw

Left handed drill bits work well on this type of problem. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Jun 1, 2020, at 9:21 PM, Robert Abbott via CnC-List > wrote: > > I want to remove a stanchion but the SS screw in the toe rail into the > stanchion is seized .

Re: Stus-List Butyl tape

I’ve been using the 3M version https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/all-3m-products/~/3M-Weatherban-Ribbon-Sealant-PF5423/?N=5002385+3293241535&preselect=3293786499&rt=rud

Re: Stus-List Rod Rigging inspection

James, there is no reason why you cannot do your own. Before going out and purchasing a dye penetrant kit I would polish the heads and the areas around them. Once polished look for visible cracks. Often they show as a corrosion line or will snag your fingernail. If you see one then you ca

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I moved my traveler to the bridge deck as there didn’t seem to be a good way to move it further aft. The main trims much better now than it did when the traveller was on the coach top. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On May 13, 2020, at 10:23 PM, Pa

Re: Stus-List Need to replace forward hatch on 35 mkIII

I just removed the hatches on my 36. As with Jim’s boat they lifted right off. The “goo” on mine was butyl. Mike. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On May 8, 2020, at 7:10 AM, Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List > wrote: > > Do you mean the goo was not

Re: Stus-List Keel Smile.

John, I fixed the smile on my 36 back on 2007. I used biaxial cloth and vinylester for the repair. I also went 6 inches on either side of the keel joint.As of last year there is no sign of a smile returningI also had a spot like your picture shows. It was simply a bad spot where w

Re: Stus-List securing cables in mast

This is great information. Thanks for providing it. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 1978 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Apr 10, 2020, at 9:50 AM, Richard Klajnscek via CnC-List > wrote: > > Greetings all, > > Back in the mid 1980s I briefly ran the rigging shop at Hinterhoeller Yac

Re: Stus-List Halyard problem

I do not have a halyard restrainer but I do need one. It is in my chart table waiting to be put on. Having said that I generally do not use my roller furler as I primarily race the my boat. FYI, Harken recommends the following to prevent halyard wrap: 1. Halyard swivel should be within to

Re: Stus-List Exit plate for a '76 C&C 24?

ke this: > https://www.deckhardware.com.au/halyard-exit-plate > <https://www.deckhardware.com.au/halyard-exit-plate> > > > Cheers, >Jeff Nelson >Muir Caileag >C&C 30 > Armdale Y.C. > On 3/29/2020 2:16 PM, Michael Brannon via CnC-List wrote: >> Try Vela Sail.

Re: Stus-List Exit plate for a '76 C&C 24?

Try Vela Sail. https://www.velasailingsupply.com/allen-brothers-halyard-exit-plate-116mm/Mikel Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Mar 28, 2020, at 5:27 PM, Eugene Cormier via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hi Folks, just wondering if any of you might know where to source

Re: Stus-List Masthead Sheave Lubrication

Tim, I don’t have any drawings but I own a 78 36-1. I took my sheaves off about 10 years ago and if I remember correctly a single pin is used for both sheaves. If you can put a piece of wire or twine around the sheave to hold it in place you can safely remove the pin and pull the sheaves ou

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 170, Issue 32

I’ve had all rope halyards on my boat for about 15 years and have never needed to add extra cover to reduce chafe. I’d give it a try and see if you need to do it before going to the trouble of adding the cover. Just my two cents. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach,

Re: Stus-List Looking for replacement part for spinnaker pole end coupling

I'd give Rig Rite a try: https://www.rigrite.com/Spars/Spinnaker_Poles/Spinnaker_Poles_&_Parts.php You will need to know the ID of the pole. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On F

Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] New thought re: anchor light?

I have one of these old GUEST hoistable lights.It is off the deck and still visible at a level most boaters are able to see. http://ariel-cd36.org/wordpress/?tag=led-bulb Miel Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Feb

Re: Stus-List Spreader Bracket

Tom, I have a 1978 C&C 36. My spreaders are attached directly to the mast via 4 machine screws. Considering the fact that the bracket was removed from the mast I would recommend you get a rigger to take a look at it. I’d also file with the insurance company as this should be covered and t

Re: Stus-List Removing shrouds

ere I will pay a > professional to fix it. Except for an abandon ship from a sinking vessel, > having a gravity storm with your rigging is probably the 2nd worse thing that > can happen on a sailboat. > > FWIW, > > Charlie Nelson > Water Phantom 83309 > C&C 36XL/kcb &

Re: Stus-List Removing shrouds

I would recommend you get a rigger to look at it. If you have the old style NAVTEC fittings it will be much easier to remove with the mast out of the boat. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Dec 19, 2019, at 8:26 PM, Adam Hayden via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hel

Re: Stus-List Mechanical shaft seal options

I asked about maintenance on the PYI seal and was told to replace the bellows every 5-7 years. I’ve found that it is best to replace the unit as by that time the carbon seal is starting to score and requires replacement also. The bellows is the weak link in the system and since failure of th

Re: Stus-List C&C 44 Navtec backstay psi

The new HARKEN backstay adjusters are being shipped without a gage. I have a Sailtec on my C&C 36. It does have a gauge but I have a batten taped to the adjuster and it is marked such that it can be adjusted based on the marks which equate to known weather conditions rather than rely on the p

Re: Stus-List 2020 Mid-Atlantic C&C Rendezvous

I’ve yet to be able to make one of these but in the hopes of getting it on my calendar early my input is as follows: 1. 1st week in October 2. Between Solomons and Annapolis, but I am not opposed to going further north. Hoping to meet everyone next fall Mike Mikel Brannon Virginia Lee 93295

Re: Stus-List C&C 36 hatch

I recently measured mine as 19” X 13”.This isn’t an exact measurement but should get you in the ball park. Good luck, Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Oct 21, 2019, at 9:17 AM, Nico Bosscha via CnC-List > wrote: > > Dear C&C Owners, > > I hope yo

Re: Stus-List C&C Lister Roll Call

Mike Brannon / Virginia Lee / C&C 36 MK1 CB / 1978 / 93297 / Virginia Beach, VA Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly apprecia

Re: Stus-List Raymarine to octopus drive upgrade

Dave, I’d recommend that you contact EDSON for the tiller arm. Sail Safe, Mike Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Oct 2, 2019, at 9:56 PM, Dave S via CnC-List wrote: > > Looking to upgrade my Raymarine EV100/p70/acu100/ wheel drive to a below-deck > linea

Re: Stus-List 36-1 centerboard pendant

Rod, the arrangement on my boat is a thimble to a shackle at the centerboard. You will have to cut the wire the remove it as the thimble will not fit through the tube. My pendant has an aircraft fork on deck. The only thimble is at the board. I hope this helps, Mike Mike Brannon

Re: Stus-List Boom Bail for 30-2

I made a strop with AMSTEEL. I spliced eyes in each end. It goes around the mast three times. It stays in place without anything holding it there. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Sep 23, 2019, at 9:29 PM, Jim Reinardy via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hi all,

Re: Stus-List 35-3 Asym Conversion

Try Rig Rite: https://www.rigrite.com/Spars/SparParts/MH_Spinnaker_bails.php They should have something that will fit your boat. All the best, Mike Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > On Aug 8,

Re: Stus-List Rod rigging on a c&c 30 mkii

Maurice, the stem ball fittings rotate as they are tightened. They are basically threaded to a spacer piece which goes through the mast and allows them to move. I’m making the assumption that you still have the original rod and fittings. Mike Mikel Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB

Re: Stus-List Adding cover to line

Bill, if none of the Chuck’s items apply, I’d milk in additional core to bulk up the line rather than add cover.I did that on my boat and it helps. I’m using 3/8” endura braid for my halyards and have spin lock rope clutches. Also some of the less expensive rope clutches do not hold a

Re: Stus-List 1980 C&C 36 CB

I removed mine a couple of years back.The next time I’m at the boat I’ll get you some measurements to help locate the pin. On mine there was a plate on the port side that had 4 screws holding it in place. There was nothing on the starboard side.The pendant is attached to the centerbo

Re: Stus-List Toe Rail Cleat (revisited)

Great idea, I just installed a Johnson cleat. I had to spread the clamp to get it on and like you I really don’t like it. I like what you did and will copy your design. Sail Safe, Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA > > > > ___

Re: Stus-List C&C 36KCB centreboard pendant

Tim, I replaced my pendant along with the centerboard pin about 5 years ago. The original fitting used on deck is no longer available from any source that I could find. I used a 3/16” aircraft eye with a 3/8” pin as a replacement a marine eye would work just as well. You cannot feed the

Re: Stus-List C&C 36 Head Port Light Replacement

I replaced my fixed port lights with BOMAR port lights that open about 10 years ago. They don’t leak, look very much like the originals and I didn’t have to do much to fit them. I still have the frames for the fixed ports if anyone is interested. Please contact me off line. Mikel Bran

Re: Stus-List 1981 C&C 36' - Fresh Water Tank Replacement

I use vegetable oil on the o-rings for my poultry feeders. It works great lasts about a season and they get refilled about every other day which means that the water doesn’t wash it away. Mike Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, V > On Mar 29, 2018, at 7:37 AM, Paul E via

Re: Stus-List PSS Shaft Seal

You can always run the vent line to your salt water supply to the engine. That is how mine is run.You need to change the rubber boot every 5-7 years.I generally replace the entire assembly at that time. Mikel Brannon Virginia Lee 93295 C&C 36 CB Virginia Beach, VA

Re: Stus-List Pfd

One of my auto inflate PFDs went off by itself years ago. When I looked at the bobbin it was way past its service life, I was only looking to see if the green showed on the outside tab and was not checking the date on the bobbin. Halkey Roberts website ( http://www.halkeyroberts.com/userfile

Re: Stus-List 3QM30 Head Gasket

I had a similar experience on my old 3QM30. Removing the head is not difficult and there isn’t much interference on the engine. On my C&C 36 the difficulty was the lack of space to lift the head. To remove it I had to remove the head studs from the block and then slide it forward. I went