Re: Stus-List A-4 zincs

Thank you, Rick. This is very helpful. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Rick Taillieu via CnC-List Sent: Friday, May 22, 2015 3:34 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Rick Taillieu Subject: Re: Stus-List A-4 zincs Burt, Check here for a PDF of the service

Re: Stus-List Teak oil suggestions?

Always kept mine blonde… No finish at all. Clean gently a couple times a year and sand smooth when necessary to remove any raised grain that could trap dirt. NEVER power wash. This is for exterior teak. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jim Watts via CnC-Lis

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

All, Did a bunch of tests this weekend and took one lister’s advice to burn off some carbon buildup. In the end, it appears my new Trojan T-1275 starting battery, despite what the numbers say, isn’t pushing out enough juice to get the 25 year-old Universal cranking, even at a full charge (12.7

Re: Stus-List Antifreeze Mystery

I would replace my water pump shaft seals. Can't hurt and might fix the problem. Burt 1974 C&C 33 -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of John Russo via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, May 24, 2015 2:34 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: John Russo Subj

Stus-List bedding of windows

Adam: We installed new cabin windows about 6 years ago..it's not rocket science but it was labor intensive. I am assuming your windows are flush with the side of the cabin top with no frames and/or screws or other fastenersthat the way they are on the 32's . Our windows leaked and t

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

What makes tou think you don't have enough juice? What are your syptoms? Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C&C 37+ Solomons, MD On May 26, 2015 9:51 AM, "Edd Schillay via CnC-List" wrote: > All, > > Did a bunch of tests this weekend and took one lister’s advice to burn off > some carbon buildup. In

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Josh, When just the T-1275 is engaged, it’s a slow to no churning. When I combine with the House Bank, she’ll start up. I know the specs of the engine and the T-1275 say it should work, but the numbers are close and, perhaps if the engine was new or in perfect condition it would, but the amps

Re: Stus-List bedding of windows

Adam What model year is your 36? If I recall correctly the earlier years had aluminum extruded frames and the later ones did not Mike -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of robert via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2015 11:06 AM To: cnc-

Stus-List Antifreeze Mystery

Burt: If you are referring to the 'water pump' on the front of the engine, that is not where the antifreeze is originating from.it appears to be dripping from the back of the engine on the port side or to the right looking into the engine compartment from the companionway. Rob Abbott AZU

Stus-List Engine panel cover...

I have tried to engineer a cover for my engine panel that will provide better (any) protection from the elements, cockpit filling etc.. No way. Too many compound curves. Anybody know of a translucent adhesive based plastic sheeting that could adhere to the panel (snugly) and give it some pr

Stus-List 27-5 pintles and gudgeons

My lower gudgeon on my 27-5 has become a little sloppy after only 30 years. My two options are to either replace it, or drill it out slightly oversized and sleeve it. I would much prefer to replace it if I can find one. Any ideas? This is a transom hung rudder and the "pintle" is really a 1/2 i

Re: Stus-List Engine panel cover...

David: I used some relatively stiff clear plastic that is used for windows in dodgers. It has snaps to hold in place. It is stiff enough that I only have snaps across the top. This make access to the panel easy. While it is not perfect, it certainly prevents rain and spray from direct hits on

Re: Stus-List Engine panel cover...

This looks promising. http://3mauto.com/products/paint-defender or they make a clear plastic film for the same purpose. I may try it on my new car. Good luck in the Marion to Bermuda Race! I'll be watching your progress and waiting to talk with you about what worked and what didn't on Corsair. And

Re: Stus-List Engine panel cover...

Andy, Thanks and that's good, but I fear spraying it on may goop up the warning buzzer and cause it to be somewhat silenced. Thanks Andy. Will let you know. Much replacing of gear and less innovative stuff this year. David F. Risch (401) 419-4650 (cell) Date: Tue, 26 May 2015 10:48:14

Re: Stus-List Engine panel cover...

Then check out the film; its sometimes called a clear bra for cars and I believe it's available in sheets. andy On Tue, May 26, 2015 at 11:00 AM, David via CnC-List wrote: > Andy, > > Thanks and that's good, but I fear spraying it on may goop up the warning > buzzer and cause it to be somewhat

Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30 MK1

Howdy listers, Last year I had my forestay replaced (for a new roller furler) and it ended up being longer than the original by maybe about 4 or 5 inches . I have adjusted the forestay all the way down but I still need plenty of backstay to keep it all tight. So now my mast rake is about 15 i

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Edd, From what you are saying, it sounds like either your T-1275 has failed for some reason, or you have a bad connection - possibly in the battery switch itself. If you don't have a way to test the battery, then substitute a known good battery in its place and see what happens. Absolut

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

12.7 volts in not fully charged. Should be 13.6. Joel On Tue, May 26, 2015 at 11:20 AM, S Thomas via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Edd, > From what you are saying, it sounds like either your T-1275 has > failed for some reason, or you have a bad connection - possibly in th

Re: Stus-List Engine panel cover...

XPEL or Clear Bra (3M). Sheets available on Amazon or from any car detailing shop. Installation is easy (on the car hood or the lights); on your panel it might be interesting, because the curves are quite complicated, aren’t they? Best to apply in hot weather (30 C). The film stretches quite a b

Re: Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30 MK1

that does not sound good...can't imagine the mainsail working well with the topping lift holding the boom off the dodger. I believe that you will need to shorten that forestay, you could try opening the forestay adjusting turnbuckle all the way and measure how much that opening is (inches), then s

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Steve, That’s where I’m confused, to be honest — the spec sheet on the T-1275 is here: http://www.trojanbattery.com/pdf/datasheets/T1275_Trojan_Data_Sheets.pdf And, according to Josh, the engine can pull up to 175amps w

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Joel, I have the challenge that statement. When over 13 volts, the battery is in a charging state — power is being put into the battery from an alternator or external charging source. See this chart: https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-sjQa85Sqkts/UOiBZ_ESsXI/A1Y/kRSbJIGLZ7M/s403/12vbat

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

12.7 is fully charged. 13.6 is a battery under charge. Rich Knowles Nanaimo, BC INDIGO LF38 Boatless! On May 26, 2015, at 08:28, Joel Aronson via CnC-List wrote: 12.7 volts in not fully charged. Should be 13.6. Joel On Tue, May 26, 2015 at 11:20 AM, S Thomas via CnC-List mailto:cnc-list

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Also: A trojan T1275 is a deep cycle battery, according their website, and may not be capable of delivering the full power required to start a recalcitrant engine. Rich Knowles Nanaimo, BC INDIGO LF38 Boatless! On May 26, 2015, at 08:40, Edd Schillay via CnC-List wrote: Joel, I have the

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

I stand corrected! Joel On Tue, May 26, 2015 at 11:43 AM, Knowles Rich via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Also: A trojan T1275 is a deep cycle battery, according their website, and > may not be capable of delivering the full power required to start a > recalcitrant engine. > > Rich K

Stus-List Fw: Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

12.7 volts is fully charged if the battery is at rest, as in sitting disconnected from the charger overnight. See the chart at the end, as well as other useful stuff, on this web page from Trojan: http://www.trojanbattery.com/BatteryMaintenance/Testing.aspx Steve. - Original Message

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

If everything is good, then this battery can crank that engine without breaking a sweat, even if the engine does not start easily and has to crank for a bit. New connections are not automatically good connections. Check resistance at every connection involved, and also measure voltage drop at t

Re: Stus-List Antifreeze Mystery

Sounds like leaky impeller gasket. -Original Message- From: "robert via CnC-List" Sent: ‎2015-‎05-‎26 10:12 AM To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" Cc: "robert" Subject: Stus-List Antifreeze Mystery Burt: If you are referring to the 'water pump' on the front of the engine, that is not where t

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 112, Issue 80

teries as a permanent solution to your > >> starting problem. > >> Steve Thomas > >> C&C27 MKIII > >> Port Stanley, ON > > > > > > > > ___ > > > > Email address: > > CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Engine control panel

Tom Vincent posted this a few months back. Steven Leach is the General Manager of DMP Automation , Inc., I met him at the Atlantic Boat Show this year and was very impressed with the things his company can do regarding instrument gauges and dash panels. I spoke to Steven about replacing my entire

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Edd,It looks like you have a deep cycle battery. For engine starting you want a starting battery. They are measured in CCA cold cranking amps. The plates are thinner to allow a higher amp draw.  Doug MountjoysvPegasusLF38 just west of Ballard, WA. -- Original message--From

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 112, Issue 80

way to test the >> >> battery, then substitute a known good battery in its place and see >> >> what happens. Absolutely any car battery, including the cheapest >> >> Walmart, will start your engine if the battery is fully charged >> >> and in new condition. There

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Also suggest hauling the starter motor and get it checked out. They don't live forever. RK > On May 26, 2015, at 08:50, Bill Bina - gmail via CnC-List > wrote: > > If everything is good, then this battery can crank that engine without > breaking a sweat, even if the engine does not start ea

Re: Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30 MK1

The C&C manual mentions 6" to 10" inches of rake (see below). I have recently adjusted my 30-1 to have around 3" of rake with backstay adjuster somewhat loose. I'm happy with the result. You are more than welcome to stop by and check out my setup. I'm in Back Creek. Cheers,Aaro

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 112, Issue 80

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Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 112, Issue 80

Agreed — I replaced mine a couple of years ago — night and day. I also relocated it to someplace easier to grab, instead of having to kneel down and pull sideways, I now lift a panel where I’m seated at the helm and pull upwards. All the best, Edd Edd M. Schillay Starship Enterprise C&C 37

Re: Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30 MK1

I went down to the boat to check (curious). Couldn't get a really accurate measurement because we have a breeze today. But it looks closer to 10 inches than 15. I'll wait until the breeze abates, the boat is just a block away. Gary St. Michaels MD - Original Message - From: Joe at Z

Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30

Hi Joe, I just adjusted mine from about 13.5" to about 10.5 - 11" and it made a world of difference in 12 - 15 + Knots winds. The helm was balanced in calm winds but I was getting more than my share of weather helm in the heavier stuff, sometimes that was forcing me to have a less aggressive

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

The thing that convinces me that it is either the battery itself or resistance in the wiring somewhere is the fact that he gets quick starts and fast cranking as soon as he switches in the house battery. That doesn't mean that the starter is perfect either, but it just doesn't sound like the mai

Re: Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30 MK1

Section 4.3 of the C&C Owner's Manual dated April, 1976 (which covers the 24, 25, 27, 30, 33, and 38) indicates that C&C designed the rig to have mast rake between 6" on the 24 and 10" on the 38. It goes on to say that some sailmakers prefer to have no aft rake, though C&C suggests using their desi

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Edd, I am not trying to say that you did not check it already, but... Last year, when I installed my batteries after the winter, one of them read only 7 V (when measured at the panel). I though that it gave up the ghost (it is about 5 years old), but it turned out that this was the connection

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Edd, the installation manual for my M35B tells me to size the battery cables for a maximum cranking current of 175 amps. I suspect the problem is not your new Trojan battery. As someone else suggested, more glow plug time may be in order. For me 10-15 seconds of glow plugs (which also operat

Stus-List Pictures of my DIY whisker pole mounts

Hi, A while back I mentioned I that I made some DIY mounts for my new whisker pole, you can check them out on Flickr here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/133565480@N04/ The links for the parts used are on the photo descriptions. Regards, -Francois Rivard 1990 34+ "Take Five" Lake Lanier, GA

Re: Stus-List Antifreeze Mystery

John: Taking into account my previous post to Burt, can you elaborate on the leaky impeller gasket. Rob Abbott AZURA C&C 32 - 84 Halifax, N.S. On 2015-05-26 1:01 PM, John Irvin via CnC-List wrote: Sounds like leaky impeller gasket. --

Re: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start

Rick, It is time for u to write that book. Lets go sailing and talk ant the outline... Miss u, K Sent from my HTC - Reply message - From: "Rick Brass via CnC-List" To: Cc: "Rick Brass" Subject: Stus-List Darker Smoke, Harder to Start Date: Tue, May 26, 2015 3:48 PM Edd, the installati

Re: Stus-List Engine control panel

I just remade my panel and got it from www.frontpanelexpress.com . Download their design program and DIY. Very easy to figure out and the panel came out awesome and inexpensive. The program even quotes the price! James Delaney C&C 38 Mk2 Oriental, NC From: Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday,

Re: Stus-List bedding of windows

After using Butyl tape for the first time on my dodger window install, I follow the recommendation of so many folks I met in Canada last summer and would encourage you to try this product for hatches windows or any of the deck sealant issue you might have. The savings in clean up alone is immen

Re: Stus-List Antifreeze Mystery

Gotta be a freeze plug that weeps. Contracts when cold and seals when warm. > On May 24, 2015, at 8:21 PM, Brent Driedger via CnC-List > wrote: > > Interesting problem. > I have a small John Deere tractor with a 23 hp Yanmar engine. When the > temperature is hovering lower than minus 15c a

Re: Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30 MK1

15 inches sounds a bit much for a 30 but I'd try it for a while before I make any change. If you don't see a lot of weather helm in stiff breezes, don't worry about it. I have 11-12 inches rake on my 35-1 and really like the way it sails. Fairly neutral helm. And that's with a fairly old main.

Re: Stus-List A-4 zincs

Burt, Another good site for manuals is here: http://l-36.com/ Rick Taillieu Nemesis '75 C&C 25 #371 Shearwater Yacht Club Halifax, NS. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Burt Stratton via CnC-List Sent: May-26-15 10:48 To: cnc-list@cnc-list.

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 112, Issue 80

as a permanent solution to your >> starting problem. >> Steve Thomas >> C&C27 MKIII >> Port Stanley, ON > > > > ___ > > Email address: > CnC-List@cnc-list.com > To change your list prefer

Re: Stus-List Pictures of my DIY whisker pole mounts

Very clever Francois. I'm copying the 34/36 group. - Original Message - From: "Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Jean-Francois J Rivard" Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2015 4:49:44 PM Subject: Stus-List Pictures of my DIY whisker pole mounts Hi, A while

Re: Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30 MK1

I sailed this past Sunday with 18 to 20 with 25 gust. I had just the main with no head sail. The man was not reefed. I had to fight the helm all after noon. Should I have reefed and raised the 110% head sail? Would she have better balanced? Also my inner shroud was slack like 3" to 4 " on the lee s

Stus-List Cnc 30 mkII

Can I apply same mast rask rule for my 30 rod rigging MK II as the 30 MK I Envoyé de mon iPhone ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailma

Re: Stus-List bedding of windows

if you plan to use butyl tape, I would strongly recommend trying Maine Sail’s product. I think he ships it free in the US. In Canada, the cost of shipping is somewhat prohibitive (if I recall, the s&h would be more then the tape itself). But it is possible to make a bigger order and share. I go

Re: Stus-List Mast Rake on C&C 30 MK1

funny, we had the same conditions here in Ottawa. This was our first sail this season. 15-20 with higher gusts and quite choppy (as for our river/lake). I had 1st reef on main and about 1/3 of 135 genoa unfurled. I could steer with two fingers. My wife did not have any problems, either. Differen