Re: Stus-List Solar Panel Charging Problem

Thanks for your suggestions. FYI - The panel surface is clean. IIRC, the batteries were at about 90%, based on my Balmar SOC display; a 12.7 volt reading There is a controller - it's a Renogy 20 PWM. I'll check the incoming voltage at the controller. Not sure how to check voltage "right at the p

Stus-List Solar Panel Charging Problem

While yesterday was a bright, sunny day, I noticed that my 100 watt panel was barely providing any power to my batteries. Bought from Amazon, this panel [KingSolar, probably Chinese] was purchased and installed in August, 2019. I checked the MC connectors, they were OK. Can anyone share their exp

Stus-List Which metal should I use as a sacrificial anode?

Throughout my boating "career", I have also used ZINC for protecting prop and shaft. I sail the Virginia portion of Chesapeake Bay where the further north you go, the more brackish the water becomes. In looking to order anodes through Defender, I noticed their comment about ALUMINUM being longe

Stus-List Stuffing Box Material - Looking for Feedback on "Duramax Ultra"

Hello Listers, I need to address a leaking stuffing box on my 30-2. Recently, I found this product - Duramax Ultra. https://www.fisheriessupply.com/product-resources/johnson-duramax/duramaxultra-xhighperformancecompressionpacking-pdf The brochure sounds like what I need. Anyone using this stuff?

Stus-List Winter Cover Measurements for C&C 30-2

Hey fellow C&C30-2 listers, Does anyone use a winter cover on their boat? If so, would you have its measurements handy to share? Thanks! Pete W. 1991 C&C30-2 Siren Song Deltaville, Va. ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contribut

Re: Stus-List Water Tank Woes

#230) > Blog: dainyrays.blogspot.com > Email: dainyr...@icloud.com > Annapolis, MD > (Presently in Baltimore MD for the summer) > >> On Sep 6, 2019, at 6:31 PM, kelly petew via CnC-List >> wrote: >> >> My water tank is leaking again. I want to attemp

Stus-List Water Tank Woes [again] - Welding Question

My water tank is leaking again. I want to attempt a weld to repair it. It is a Kracor polypropylene tank, but the labeling details have faded over time, and no longer legible. I don't know what kind of polypropylene was used to construct the tank. So, the question is, do I use hi-density OR lo

Stus-List Solar Panel Project - Thanks for the advice

As always, this list is a great source of knowledge. Thanks to all!!! Pete W. Siren Song '91 C&C 30-2 Deltaville, Va. ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to sup

Stus-List Need Advice on Solar Panel project

Hello, Listers, I want to add a solar panel to keep my batteries more fully charged. But on a 30 ft. C&C, space is somewhat limited. For starting out, I want the smallest panel possible for battery maintenance, but I'd beef up the wiring to handle future power demands. My house battery bank is 12

Re: Stus-List Yanmar 2gm fuel pump seepage

Dave, Hi, I had same problem, and while the engine continued to run OK, I was getting a lot of fuel pooling under the engine. I think the source of the leak was the gasket, not the washers. I replaced the pump. I don't know your location, but I can recommend Bay Shore Marine in Annapolis a

Stus-List Question about Maintaining DataMarine Knot meter's sending unit

Hey Listers, I have an old datamarine knot meter. For 15 seasons, I have applied a heavy grease to the sending unit annually. That's it. Never had a problem until last season when it briefly leaked just after launch. Before I could take any action, the leak stopped. But remembering this, this s

Stus-List Force 10 2 burner range

I have an owner's manual. Let me know if anyone wants a copy. Is it possible to place a pdf on the cncphotoalbum? Pete W. Siren Song '91 C&CMKII #170 Deltaville, Va. ___ Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each and e

Stus-List Donate to Stu's List - Get FREE stuff

In cleaning out the lazarette recently, I discovered a couple of items that may be useful to the listers here. I have an aluminum radar reflector [approx. diameter = 12.5", and in very good condition] and a I have a new, still-in-the-box VETUS water-lock exhaust [approx. 8 1/4" H, 4 1/2" W, 14

Stus-List Looking for an LED fixture to replace Overhead Fluorescent lighting

the overhead fluorescent lighting [double tubes] in my 30MKII no longer works. Thinking the fluorescent tubes were my problem and wanting improved lighting in the saloon, I bought Marinebeam's t5 replacement tubes and re-wired the existing fixture to bypass the ballast. However, it appears the

Stus-List How many shaft zincs?

I have always installed two [2] shaft zincs, at the beginning of sailing season. For last two seasons, I've seen their deterioration accelerate in my marina, despite having a galvanic isolator on board. I know I need to find the stray current source. That said, any thoughts on adding a third

Stus-List 2018 Mid-Atlantic Rendezvous - Just a Thought

Listers, just a thought, but Annapolis can be a busy place in the fall, even after the boat shows. It looks like that weekend's Navy football game is away, so this is good news for those attending by land. However, I don't know about the Ravens, nor how their home games may affect the availab

Stus-List Bosworth Y-valve

Last season, I replaced my Bosworth Y-valve with the same model. The handle broke off in my hand. It was my fault - lack of lubrication. I spoke directly with someone at Bosworth, but can't recall her name. She was very helpful in making sure I got the correct valve. I think I emailed pics t

Stus-List C&C 30 MKII - 3 questions

I've owned this model C&C for a long time. Great sailing boat -- Rob Ball knows how to design capable sailboats!!! Look for leaky portlights. If replacing, go with more robust acrylic or plexi-glass lenses [not sure, but plexi may be preferable]. I'm almost 6'0", but v-berth is just doable, l

Stus-List Survey - C&C 30MKII - additional thoughts to share

Lisle, Hi, Recently, as current owner of a 30 mkII, I sent you a list of things to consider. In response to your latest email below, I can share the following: My boat's rudder is 'wet' also, based on moisture meter readings. As others on this list have recommended, I will drill a hole in the ru

Re: Stus-List Flourescent LED Lights

Thanks to all for your feedback. Great group! Fair Winds, Pete W. Siren Song '91 C&C30-2 Deltaville, VA. ___ The bills have started coming in for the year 2018 and have gone up again. October will be our fund raising month. Please consider s

Stus-List LED Interior Flourescent replacements

Anyone have any experiences to share with replacing your original fluorescents with LEDs? Is it simply 'plug & play', i.e., old tube out, new LED tube into the existing fixture?? Thanks!! Pete W. Siren Song '91 C&C 30-2 Deltaville, Va. ___ The

Stus-List Sea Water pump - 2gm20f

check with Bay shore marine in Annapolis. I bought the newer version recently and it was "plug & play" install. This newer pump uses an "O" ring, not a gasket. Pete W. '91 C&C 30MKII Deltaville, Va. ___ This list is supported by the generous dona

Re: Stus-List 1980 Water Systems Questions (Chad Osmond)

I have a 30-2 and both my tanks have leaked. The v-berth was easy as I simply replaced the gray, "RV-like" elbow with a BARBED 90 degree elbow, reinforced tubing, a SS clamp, and plumber's tape. On the starboard tank, the exit hole for the fitting was leaking due to a hairline crack in the thr

Stus-List Climate Control on board - looking for suggestions

Hello Listers, On these really, hot days here on the Chesapeake, I am looking for ways to best cool the interior of my C&C 30-2, but I can't afford to give up interior space for a "built-in" air-conditioning system. Nor, can I afford to store below one of those Cruise-Air Units that go in the

Re: Stus-List Mast Re-Wire -- Need Advice

/V Patriot C&C 37+ Bristol, RI ron.ri...@1968.usna.com<mailto:ron.ri...@1968.usna.com> From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of kelly petew via CnC-List Sent: Monday, April 10, 2017 5:02 PM To: cnc-list Cc: kelly petew Subject: Stus-List Mast Re-

Stus-List Mast Re-Wire -- Need Advice

Hello Listers, First, some background -- Earlier this year, I had the mast extracted from Siren Song, my 30-2. The rigger has completed his work, replacing the rod rigging and fittings, and rebuilding my Harken furler. Also, I just finished painting the mast and spreaders with a one-part pain

Stus-List Mast Down - Need guidance

To all, thanks very much for your input. As always, it's very helpful. Fair Winds, Pete W. '91 C&C30-2 Deltaville, Va. ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, p

Stus-List Mast Down - Need guidance on replacement of VHF cabling & antenna

Belated HNY, Listers, I am having the standing rigging [rod] on my '91 30-2 re-done [hopefully, re-headed]. Now that the mast is down, I am looking to replacement of all the wiring and running rigging. Regarding the VHF cabling, I am "hearing" that "LMR-400" is superior to other alternatives

Stus-List Looking for Tips on ROD Re-Rigging Process

Hello Listers, My 30-2 is 25+ years young. I've been the owner since 2003, and I am reasonably sure the standing, rog rigging is original. I've met with a rigger and I am awaiting his recommendation ,including the costs and other options. I'm hoping the existing rod [25 years old] can be re

Re: Stus-List Yanmar 2gm20f - raw H2O pump issue

t.com] On Behalf Of kelly petew via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, August 25, 2016 10:44 AM To: cnc-list Cc: kelly petew Subject: Stus-List Yanmar 2gm20f - raw H2O pump issue Recently, I discovered my raw water pump was leaking during engine operation. So, I replaced the impeller [old one l

Stus-List Yanmar 2gm20f - raw H2O pump issue

Recently, I discovered my raw water pump was leaking during engine operation. So, I replaced the impeller [old one looked perfect after extraction] and the "O" ring seal. After renewal of impeller and "O" ring, I ran engine about 2 to 3 hours, and no leakage was observed. However, yesterday

Stus-List New Sails for my 38

Try Ullman Sails in Deltaville. Jerry or Justin can help you. Good folks. Pete W.Siren SongC&C 30-2Deltaville, Va. Message: 7 Date: Sat, 6 Aug 2016 11:45:34 -0400 From: "Rick Brass" To: "Charlie Nelson" , Subject: Stus-List New sails for my 38 Message-ID: <000a01d1eff9$91f89e60$b5e9d

Re: Stus-List Cockpit Shower on 30 mkII

If your 30-2 is a later model, this might work as well. The later models had opening ports from the head just behind the main halyard winch. From a big box store, I bought a "phone" showerhead and extra tubing that will screw into the fixture at the head's sink. I simply run the tubing a

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest -- Water Tank Woes

son, flex tanks don't have a strong following. However, in > > being a member of this list for a decade and a half, I do not remember a > > single post about a failure of a flex tank. There have been several about > > rigid tanks. > > > > Dennis C. > > Touche

Stus-List Water Tank Woes

One of my water tanks continues to leak and it appears to be where the barbed elbow fitting exits the tank . I've wrapped the threads with Teflon tape [both pink and white], but it fails to make a good seal. This is my 3rd attempt to fix it. The tank is a Kracor brand, and the tank's walls an

Stus-List 30MKII batteries

I have an Interstate brand grp 24 or 27 "dual purpose" battery as my starting battery. Excellent battery. Last season I added two [2] "31DCXC" Harris batteries [wet cell] for my house bank. I think these are group 31s with about 110 amp-hour capacity [google "Harris Batteries', in Ohio to

Stus-List C&C 30-2 -when to reef??

I, too, carry a 140 genoa, and reef around 12 knots. I like to keep the boat on its "feet". So, 10 to 15 degree heel is good for me. Nervous or not, you'll start to feel weather helm at 10 to 12 knots, and you'll want to reef [the main 1st] to keep up your speed and reduce pressure on the r

Stus-List Location of "grease cup"

Alan, I saw your post below. My 30-2 has a zerk on the rudder post [accessible thru a locker]. But, I'm not aware of a grease cup. Can you tell me where to look? Under the emergency tiller joint? thanks, Pete W. '91 C&C30-2 Siren Song Deltaville, va. Message: 3 Date: Wed, 1 Jun 2016 2

Stus-List Holding Tank Woes - 30-2

Earlier this week, I launched my 30-2 after spending the winter [Va.] on the hard. The boat had been blocked slightly bow UP, as usual. When it was splashed, about a gallon of effluent, mixed with anti-freeze, rushed into the bilge. After some checking, I am 95% sure my waste system has a leak

Stus-List LED Nav Lights

https://store.marinebeam.com/high-powered-ba9s-deck-steaming-light-led-ba-9s-5w/ Here's a link to Marinebeam for what looks like the LED replacement for the steaming light. I've not purchased this bulb as yet, but I plan to drop the mast soon, and will likely change out both the anchor lite and

Stus-List How to contribute

what's the process for sending $$ if you don't have a PayPal account? thanks, Pete W. ___ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our

Stus-List Subject: Re: Hull color inquiry

Richard, If you like the color, go for it. I didn't start at specifically looking for a blue boat, but that's what I have, and I like it. It's flag blue. While your "experts" are probably correct, their reasons are more technical than substantive. Any scratches won't be visible unless

Re: Stus-List spring cleaning

For cleaning my topsides and deck, I use a solution of Dawn, Simple Green, and some granular TSP [a cup, or 8 ozs., maybe less]. With some scrubbing [bristle brush on end of mop handle], it gets rid of mold, bird droppings, etc. I use poli-glo on my topsides and ablative paint on the botto

Re: Stus-List Engine Access

I, too, would be most interested in seeing your photos. Thanks Pete W. Siren Song 30-2 Deltaville, VA Message: 11 > Date: Thu, 17 Mar 2016 15:44:51 + > From: Kevin Driscoll > To: allen via CnC-List > Cc: Jim Reinardy , Peter Patterson > > Subject: Re: Stus-List 3

Re: Stus-List Advice needed on Rigging Maintenance

Thanks very much for the information. As always, it is most helpful. Fair Winds, Pete W.Siren Song1991 30-2Deltaville, VA From: kellype...@msn.com To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Advice needed on Rigging Maintenance Date: Mon, 1 Feb 2016 16:17:51 -0500 My 30-2 is now 25 years old [wis

Stus-List Advice needed on Rigging Maintenance

My 30-2 is now 25 years old [wish I was, too!!], and has rod rigging, except for the split backstay and probably the forestay [has a Harken furler on it]. The 30-2 is a double spreader rig. About 2 years ago, I paid for a rigging inspection [mast stayed UP]. All was reported as OK. I have no

Stus-List Stuffing Box Packing Recommendation needed

Happy New Year to All!! I have a 30-2 and the stuff box was leaking noticeably all last season. While periodic tightening helped, I'm guessing it's time to renew the packing. And While a dripless seal would be great, it's not in the boat "budget". Any thoughts to share on preferred packing ma

Re: Stus-List Winterizing -- Raw Water Intake

Edd, Check out the latest GOB magazine. There's an article about how the author improved his holding tank, using mostly big-box store stuff. I used the article to fashion a fresh water rinse for my head by inserting a "T" and a hose b/t the seacock and the existing, intake hose to the head.

Stus-List Water Tank Woes - 30-II

Hello Listers, My starboard water tank has sprung a leak. The tank was made by Kracor, and it appears the leak is coming from the elbow joint. Any 30-II owners have/had this problem? How difficult is removing the tank?? It doesn't appear to be too difficult, but I'd be most interested to h

Re: Stus-List Rusted cotter ring remnants in anchor roller retaining

Thanks for all the advice. I tried vinegar, and it worked!! After about 24 hours of soaking in vinegar, I was able to easily extract the inferior metal, using a hammer and a punch. Pete W. Siren. Song '91 C & C 30 MkII Deltaville, Va. > From: cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com > Subject: CnC-Li

Stus-List Need Recommendation for Tool to remove balsa core from drilled hole

I want to remove balsa core from some drilled holes and replace it with epoxy. I've heard that a bent nail inserted into an electric drill works. But I wonder if there is a tool designed specifically to do this job. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Pete W. Siren Song C

Stus-List 30 Mark II Gear Reduction Ratio

I have a 91 MKII with a Yanmar 2gm20f. My gear ratio is 2.62:1. I purchased a rebuilt Maxprop, 2-blade classic, about 10 years ago. It was about 60% of the cost of a new one. So, you might call and inquire about used, rebuilt units. This prop has been a significant improvement in control vs. t

Stus-List Too Much Bottom Paint - Use It Up?

I have a 30-2 and I have had adhesion problems, too. I use Micron CSC, too, but I don't race my boat. In my situation, I had spots where the original gelcoat was exposed, and new paint would simply not adhere well [brush or roller]. However, I've had success with doing a light sanding fir

Re: Stus-List fishing wires through C&C 30-II

Can anyone provide guidance on fishing electrical wire from the breaker panel to the pedestal? Is there a "best" path? I need power for my chartplotter. thanks! Pete W. Siren Song C&C30 MK-II Deltaville, VA ___

Stus-List Planning trip to S. New England- need advice from locals

I'm planning a trip to southern New England next month [not by boat]. Naturally, I'm most interested in the sailing attractions, such as Newport, Mystic Seaport, and the like. At this point, I'm thinking of renting a car in Providence and exploring as many places as I can over a 5-day period.

Re: Stus-List Jib sheet bowlines hang up on baby stay

Nomy genoa sheets are a single, continuous line. The cow hitch is simply a loop that goes through the clew of the sail. hope this helps. Date: Thu, 19 Jun 2014 12:17:21 -0500 From: "Pete Shelquist" To: Subject: Re: Stus-List Jib sheet bowlines hang up on baby stay Message-ID: <00b

Re: Stus-List Jib sheet bowlines hang up on baby stay

I've had the same problem. I started using a "cow hitch" vs. two bowlines and it's less likely to get jammed. My headsail is a 140. Hope this helps. Pete W. Siren Song '91 C&C30-2 Deltaville, VA > From: cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com > Subject: CnC-List Digest, Vol 101, Issue 46 > To: cnc-

Stus-List TackTick [raymarine] Analog Wind Display problem

My fellow TackTick users, anyone had this problem -- I have only the wind speed display and it will no longer correctly point to the apparent wind direction and track it. It displays "CH" or "CH wind", and the LCD pointer is either pointing directly forward or directly astern [95% of the time]