Re: Stus-List Whisker pole attachment to genoa

2015-05-27 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
ring to use for attaching the pole, but am worried about it catching on things. Any suggestions? Thanks- Dave On May 26, 2015, at 9:40 PM, Chuck S via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com > wrote: Very clever Francois. I'm copying the 34/36 group. - Original Message - Fro

Re: Stus-List Edson Pedestal

2015-05-28 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi John, Not sure of your problem? I recently had to replace my idler plate on my 1990 34/36. I have pics and much advice on that process. Edson has an extensive website with technical support: TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you require technical support or information on an Edson products, please v

Re: Stus-List Edson Pedestal

2015-05-31 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Edsonmarine.com now has videos on servicing their pedestals; removing the brake and others. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "robert via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "robert" , "mike amirault" Sent: Sunday, May 3

Re: Stus-List MkV Pintle and Gudgeons

2015-06-01 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Rig Rite does have a large selection of gudgeons and pintles. I like the heavy duty model gudgeon that uses 1/4" stainless plate and a replaceable 1/2" SS clevis pin. These parts may seem expensive, but nothing close to what I spent on steering cable/chain and an idler plate this year. Don't ski

Re: Stus-List Rigging/chain-plate tie-rods

2015-06-01 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Agree. Do the repair, (maybe get a 2nd quote if you think this one is high?) list the boat, and sail till the sale. What size boat and where is it , are important - Original Message - From: "Sam Salter via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Sam Salter" Sent: Monday, June 1

Stus-List Annapolis to Newport Race

2015-06-02 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hey Joel, Good luck in the upcoming Annapolis to Newport Race. Is there anyway to track the boats racing? Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, includi

Re: Stus-List Working from 'The other Office"

2015-06-03 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Agree, You are doing something right. - Original Message - From: "Jean-Francois J Rivard via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Jean-Francois J Rivard" Sent: Wednesday, June 3, 2015 10:42:37 AM Subject: Stus-List Working from 'The other Office" This is a good week.. My ki

Re: Stus-List sail question

2015-06-06 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Joe, That matches my thinking also. I'd consider a 125% or 130% sail designed to be reefed to 100 or 110%. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "Joe Della Barba via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Joe Della Barba" Sen

Re: Stus-List C&C30-1 climb to top of mast?

2015-06-06 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
You won't have a problem. Remember how much the keel weighs. 4000#? I've seen guys bosun chair up the mast of a J24. Stop over thinking it. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "Jay via CnC-List Kirkpatrick" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.

Re: Stus-List 37 and 34 +/XL/R cabin-side "plates"

2015-06-07 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I think the original nameplates on our boats were fiberglass cutouts made by C&C and glued on. I did find plastic raised letters in an auto store that would look nice glued in place into the OEM base, but I just never got around to installing them. cost was $10 or $15. The letters I found are bl

Re: Stus-List 34+ transom thru-hulls

2015-06-14 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
The thruhulls are above water at rest but must be under a few inches of water when sailing or when motoring at speed. I wouldn't be too concerned about the drains, but might add a shutoff valve to the engine exhaust? I don't have one, but I've seen it mentioned in most books for offshore safety.

Re: Stus-List Pacific Sea stories / Offshore fishing tips?

2015-06-18 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Knife? Cut off the head, drink the vodka. - Original Message - From: "Frederick G Street via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Frederick G Street" Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2015 4:39:06 PM Subject: Re: Stus-List Pacific Sea stories / Offshore fishing tips? On the way to Be

Re: Stus-List bolt cutters

2015-06-18 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
You don't don't need bolt cutters. Just pull the cotter pins on the turnbuckle forks, and remove the clevis pins. Diagonal cutters, Pliers, hammer. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "Graham Collins via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cn

Re: Stus-List Marion Bermuda Race

2015-06-20 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
It's great to see the race tracker animated. I doubt I'll ever get it together enough to do a race like that, but I do share the dream. Is the gulf stream info on the same site? http://yb.tl/mb2015# Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message -

Re: Stus-List Mixing Elbow - 2GM20F

2015-06-23 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I stopped using teflon tape in the 80's after finding the threads of tape caught inside valves downstream. I saw many failures when teflon tape or teflon pipe dope was used on diesel fuel lines. Some pipe dopes (read the directions) require the joint sit for 24 hrs before charging the system w f

Re: Stus-List recovery

2015-06-24 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Wal, Funny stuff. My story might offer some encouragement? Everyone is different but I had the Hernia operation at 58. I had put it off for a full year but glad I did it now. Took a full year before I stopped feeling the little tingles from down there. I still work 40hrs/wk as an HVAC tech

Re: Stus-List Interior Teak Finish

2015-06-24 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I like the Watco Teak Oil from Home Depot, too. I also use Pinesol on wood and Tilex on hard surfaces. Mold reduction strategy: Pinesol is a great cleaner and if mixed thin, acording to the label does not need rinsing. In the spring when it's too cold to do much on board, I spray sections of

Stus-List Maintenance vs sailing time

2015-06-24 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I like the comments making sailing time a priority over maintenance time. We all want our boats to look great, but taking her out of the slip or off the mooring is priority one, hoisting sails and making an adventure. I missed some good sailing this spring while I repaired my steering, and I'll

Stus-List Looking for a 15' Boom

2015-06-27 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Anybody know of a boom I could buy with an E dimension of 14' 6, basically a boom about 15 ft long? I'd like to replace my Offshore Spars boom which is a welded affair. Prefer Selden, cause I can remove one end and cut boom to desired length using a band saw and re-attach the end. Chuck Reso

Re: Stus-List Bottom paint -ingredient change

2015-06-30 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I think any drug like " tetracycline" will kill lots of germs and bacteria but will dissolve so fast in water, it will be gone in a few days. I wouldn't add anything to bottom paint for fear of jeopardizing the adhesion and slow release of it's own toxins. I've heard of people mixing in "Round U

Re: Stus-List Main sail slides

2015-07-01 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Just before I raise the genoa, I have the sail flaked on deck and spray the entire luff tape lightly w McLube and then just before hoist spray the top two feet of the genoa luff tape heavily with McLube. I spray the mainsail slides w McLube when I put the main on the mast and occasionally durin

Re: Stus-List Main sail slides

2015-07-03 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Maybe you can learn from my mistakes? I had some sail raising issues when I got my boat 12 years ago. The boat had sat for sale for two years and the sails had a rope luff. I would strain to raise the sail and need the winch and afterwards I'd be in a sweat and almost breathless. I worried I w

Stus-List L Hermione Tallship

2015-07-03 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Though C&C's never were designed to float a battery of 28 cannon into battle, I enjoyed seeing this beautiful sailing vessel up close. Toured the French tallship L Hermione last weekend when she visited Philadelphia. She's a wonderful look back in history as her rigging is authentically done in

Re: Stus-List Best Engine? -> hull speed and power required

2015-07-15 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Somewhere else I found similar formulas to calculate the horsepower of sail area at different wind strengths, and the expected sheet loads, but this is more for a winter discussion. Typically a displacement hull needs X horsepower (your engine size is a good starting point.) to reach hullspeed a

Re: Stus-List List down?

2015-07-19 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi Joel, My son and I did the Race to Baltimore yesterday. Light winds but a fun race w 60 boats that finished next to the docks in the harbor. Damn hot. After the race we took a slip and plugged into shore power to run the AC and the cabin was heaven after the party. http://www.bcya.com/RaceT

Stus-List Raymarine Autohelm problem

2015-07-19 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Seems my Raymarine 4000STPlus has a problem. It does not work. The display is displaying and all buttons seem to work. Today it kept displaying XTE. I pulled the motor connection and read a short pulse of volts at the socket when I tried to change course through the controller. The motor surged

Re: Stus-List Raymarine Autohelm problem

2015-07-20 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
ably inside the wheel, either the gear or the belt. It’s easy to take apart and investigate. Jack Brennan Former C&C 25 Shanachie, 1974 Bristol 30 Tierra Verde, Fl. From: Chuck S via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, July 19, 2015 10:11 PM To: cnc-list-bounces cnc-list ; CNC boat owners, cnc-list

Re: Stus-List Raymarine Autohelm problem

2015-07-20 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
C&C 35 MKII, Alianna Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS d.ve...@bellaliant.net On Sun, Jul 19, 2015 at 11:11 PM, Chuck S via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com > wrote: Seems my Raymarine 4000STPlus has a problem. It does not work. The display is displaying and all buttons see

Re: Stus-List Commute to the boat

2015-07-22 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi Ray, It takes about 2 1/2 hrs to get to the boat. Mapquest, "Mays Landing NJ to Pasadena Md". I've done several day trips down and back in the winter, but this time of year, I usually drive down for the weekend and AC and a big flat screen TV make the boat very comfortable. Annapolis is 2

Re: Stus-List Painting a Edson Pedestal

2015-07-22 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I painted my black pedestal in '03 with Matterhorn White, Brightside. It held up well but had to be brushed on and took hours to dry. The key is to sand with a course enough paper it creates a mechanical bond. Then wipe down with the recommended thinner before painting. If you are outside, nothi

Re: Stus-List replacing furling line

2015-07-22 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
My Harken 01 uses 5/16" line and a figure eight knot works fine to keep the line in the drum. Found the manual online and if it is the same model, a knot would work for you too. http://www.harken.com/uploadedfiles/Product_Support/PDF/mk3-0-4862.pdf Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Cree

Re: Stus-List Painting a Edson Pedestal

2015-07-23 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
ing about doing the same thing. Have a little two-part polyurethane left over from the spars painting project last spring. Monty Scandia 1991 C&C 34+ Annapolis, MD On Wed, Jul 22, 2015 at 3:35 AM, Chuck S via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com > wrote: I painted my black pede

Re: Stus-List Refrigerator Fan...

2015-07-30 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
David, O2 Cool makes a 5" battery powered fan I use in my boat. We use it in many places on board. I bought a few of them over the years and have one at home. The batteries last a long time. Many times I have left the thing on and it ran for days before I noticed it was on. I'm sure there are m

Re: Stus-List Running Back Stays

2015-07-30 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
We have runners w checkstays on our 34R. They help shape the mainsail and can add speed in light winds, but as others have reported, they aren't absolutely required unless the backstay is tensioned heavily. There are several ways to add bunji retractors to pull these out of the way when not used

Re: Stus-List Running Back Stays

2015-07-31 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Josh, You may have fun with this? When you tighten the backstay to tighten the headstay, you should see the mast bend and the middle of the mast will move forward flattening the main. In light and moderate winds, we use the runners to pull the middle of the mast straight and the main bellys out

Re: Stus-List EVA foam deck nonskid

2015-08-03 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Thanks Dennis, That stuff looks like the decks added to surfboards and SUPs. I might do my cockpit with it? Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "Dennis C. via CnC-List" To: "CnClist" Cc: "Dennis C." Sent: Saturday, August 1,

Stus-List Raymarine EV-100 and backbone wiring

2015-08-03 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I'm installing a new Raymarine EV-100 wheel autohelm and could use some advice? This kit uses a series of cables that plug together via a backbone cable, tees and spurs. The papers say: It needs an 8 gage ground wire as a reference and a drain. Can be run to negative bus. Would a ground termi

Re: Stus-List Running Back Stays

2015-08-05 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
to move them forward on the rail. There is a sweet spot where they don't interfere too badly with either the 135% headsail or the main. I still have to loosen them on deep downwind runs. The 4:1 doesn't seem to be enough purchase. You also mentioned a winch? Is this the same setup

Re: Stus-List Fuel filters - micron size

2015-08-06 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Dennis, Agree with the 30 micron and 10 micron filter choices. When I worked for Verizon, we found those numbers worked best. The lower 2 micron just causes flow issues and nuisance shutdown. I think Nigel Calder recommends 30 and 10 microns. Correct me if I'm wrong. I thought the Racor turbi

Re: Stus-List fuel filters and fuel

2015-08-06 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I remember reading somewhere that the Racor 500 was designed to handle 500 gallons before changing. I burn 20 gallons a season at most and changed my fuel filters after 7 years and found they had caught some debris, but were still serviceable. I installed new filters, dated them, and keep a spar

Re: Stus-List cleaning heat exchanger

2015-08-09 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi Dwight, I do have the M4-30 and it when it ran hotter than normal, I clean the little tubes with 1/8" wooden rods I buy from an art supply or hardware store. I run my engine at 190 degrees. I thottle back if the temperature gets above that. To clean: With the engine off and the seacock shu

Re: Stus-List cleaning heat exchanger

2015-08-09 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
MKII, Alianna Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS d.ve...@bellaliant.net On Sun, Aug 9, 2015 at 10:35 AM, Chuck S via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com > wrote: Hi Dwight, I do have the M4-30 and it when it ran hotter than normal, I clean the little tubes with 1/8" wooden rods

Re: Stus-List cleaning heat exchanger

2015-08-09 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
and very seldom have problems. On the Yanmar 2GMF in his J/30, OTOH, removing the elbow and cleaning it out is part of annual maintenance. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chuck S via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, August 09, 2015

Re: Stus-List cleaning heat exchanger

2015-08-12 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
out is part of annual maintenance. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto: cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com ] On Behalf Of Chuck S via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, August 09, 2015 9:35 AM To: CNC boat owners, cnc-list < cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Cc: Chuck S < cscheaf...@co

Re: Stus-List Stanchion support problem

2015-08-14 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I've straightened lifeline stanchions by placing a short lengh of 1/2" or 3/4" pipe in a vise. I then put the stanchion over that pipe and gently bend it straight. The little support tubes are easier and I think I placed them between two wood scraps in a vise and bent them straight using a shor

Re: Stus-List Universal Engine panel wiring

2015-08-15 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
On our M4-30, the fuel pump is energized when you turn on the switch and stays on until the switch is turned off. The electric fuel pump is a booster pump and we found we could run the engine to half speed without the pump. (Cleaning the ground connection on the fuel pump, brought it back to lif

Re: Stus-List Rust stains and welding

2015-08-18 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Around here, Bar Keeper's Friend is not found at marine supply stores, but most food stores carry it like Shop Rite, Acme, etc. It is found near the other kitchen cleaning products. There is a powder in a can (like Ajax) and a liguid creme in a tube. Good stuff that has been made for 100 years.

Re: Stus-List Anchor secure line

2015-08-18 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi David, I keep a short length of 1/4" braided line on the bow to hold my anchor. One end is tied to a padeye and the other has a snap shackle that I clip into the anchor shank or into the shackle. I adjust the line so I have to pull the anchor snuggly against the roller to clip it on. The cha

Re: Stus-List Universal Engine panel wiring- Problem Solved!

2015-08-20 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Why add a solenoid and complication?. The original design worked all these years. The harness quick connects are the problem. Bypass those and you will never miss them. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "David Knecht via CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Sound Proofing

2015-08-21 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
My C&C was built during the same year and better products have come on the market since. I'll be following this thread, but save that project for winter. I hope you don't miss sailing your new boat while making improvements. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md ---

Re: Stus-List Ulmer story

2015-08-21 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Great story. - Original Message - From: "David via CnC-List" To: "CNC CNC" Cc: "David" Sent: Friday, August 21, 2015 10:32:45 AM Subject: Re: Stus-List New Sails for Alera Funny little story about Butch Ulmer...the "U" in "UK". Many many moons ago, when I was 12, I stepped abo

Re: Stus-List C&C 26 Sail Plan Thoughts!

2015-08-25 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Joel, I'm very impressed. You met Nat Herreshoff? Maybe L. Francis, or Halsey? - Original Message - From: "Joel Aronson via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Joel Aronson" Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2015 12:39:44 PM Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C 26 Sail Plan Thoughts! Nat He

Re: Stus-List Autopilot steering

2015-08-27 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi Dwight, I had a different experience. I mounted my St4000 plus Mk II in 2003 out of the box and never adjusted anything, no rudder sensor. It worked fine for 12 years, many times it steered over 12 hours when motoring on cruises. Following seas under full sail presented a challenge, but we

Re: Stus-List Autopilot steering

2015-08-27 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
David, The shaft of the 34/36 is on centerline. Propwash causes the problem you are experiencing. This is normal. BTW, propwash is caused by the shaft's downward angle. Saildrives and horizontal shafts have zero propwash. On our boat, the pull is half a spoke at full speed, but it doesn't take

Re: Stus-List Autopilot steering

2015-08-28 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi David, Not sure we answered this fully: Under sail, weather helm produces some need to hold the wheel so the rudder is 4 to 7 degrees off center. Under power, propwash creates a turning force that requires the wheel be turned slightly so the rudder is several degrees off center to correct

Re: Stus-List Under Deck AP Set Up C&C 34+

2015-08-28 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Josh, Love the quality of the underdeck autohelm install, but the cut could be smaller, 3", just enough to attach the arm and as high above waterline as possible. I'm jealous. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "Josh Muckley via

Re: Stus-List C&C Rendezvous

2015-09-02 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi David, FWIW, Hooligans Navy was a 34+ for sale a few years back? Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "David Knecht via CnC-List" To: "CnC CnC discussion list" Cc: "David Knecht" Sent: Wednesday, September 2, 2015 2:53:03 P

Re: Stus-List Shore Power Question

2015-09-02 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
It's all about how you use your boat. I weekend on my boat and only plug into shore power when I'm there. When I arrive, I power up my charger, air conditioning, TV etc. My marina slip contract allows power when the skipper is aboard, but charges more for people who use power 24/7. Most other bo

Re: Stus-List Harken roller furler failure

2015-09-09 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
To prevent the furIer from grabbing a slack spinnaker halyard, I flip each spin halyard over and behind the cap shroud and spreaders and clip each one into a line that is tied through my chainplate turnbuckles. No slapping the mast. Once back at to the dock, I flip em back and clip them into the

Re: Stus-List mast step on 1985 C&C 37

2015-09-12 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Mike, Welcome aboard. Before your trip, be sure to have an anchor ready to deploy, fenders and docklines, too. I wouldn't worry a lot about mast rake. Some C&Cs do well with 12" to 18" mast rake. That's the distance between the back of the mast at the gooseneck to a main halyard hanging str

Re: Stus-List Rendezvous Photos

2015-09-16 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
The link worked well for me. Counted 26 photos. Nice group. Wish I made it. Hopefully next year? Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "Stu via CnC-List" To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: "Stu" Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2015 3:

Re: Stus-List - Inflable life jacket & MOB

2015-09-20 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Don't like my 12 year old SOS suspender inflatable life jackets. They have a built-in harness but keep catching things like winches, winch handles and always at just the wrong time. I'll be checking out a newer, more streamlined set at the boat show. I have the Lifesling and keep a 3:1 handy b

Re: Stus-List Reboarding - was Re: - Inflable life jacket - inflation

2015-09-20 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Heard this method discussed using the headsail, but the lifelines would be a hurdle either way. It would be a chore for me to undo the mainsail exit plate and release the slides and have all that mess. But nice to consider other options. I have a 45 degree sloped transom, so I considered using a

Re: Stus-List C&C trademark stripe.

2015-09-22 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hey Dave, 7 years ago, I removed the original gold stripe and used 3/4" black striping tape from West Marine for the cove stripe. I cut the stars, diamonds and swords from 1" tape, same color. I use PoliGlow and the result is amazing. I removed the old tape the hard way: heat gun, putty knife,

Re: Stus-List C&C trademark stripe.

2015-09-22 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
away. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "Chuck S via CnC-List" To: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" Cc: "Chuck S" Sent: Tuesday, September 22, 2015 8:46:23 PM Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C trademark

Re: Stus-List Upsizing boats

2014-08-21 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
FYI, The 34+ is the last Rob Ball's design and his fastest, drawn in 1989. The 37+ has more headroom but the 34+ reaches hull speed in less wind. Good luck. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" To: "a b

Re: Stus-List Engine stalling after shifting

2014-08-22 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Dave, I had similar drama with my engine six years ago. It was made worse by a cantankerous starter. I once had to have guests steer while I jumped below and shorted the starter solenoid contacts with a big screw driver to start it. (docking was similar to Jack Lemon in The Wackiest Ship In The

Re: Stus-List docking stern first

2014-08-28 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I've owned the boat for 12 years and just started backing in this year. It is so easy, sorry I didn't start sooner. I enter my marina fairway in forward slowly so the throttle is set. I rig fenders on both sides to protect neighboring boats. I setup about four boat lengths from my slip, turn s

Re: Stus-List Quarter stays?

2014-09-03 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Quarter stay? Do you mean runners or checkstays? They should have tails long enough to ease the leeward set of blocks to the chainplates. They are used differently on fractional rigs than masthead rigs. See Selden sight to better understand the various rigging terms. http://www.seldenmast.com

Re: Stus-List Jibe Preventers / Boom brakes

2014-09-05 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I've used the barberhauler as a preventer, successfully. The strongest way is to attach the preventer to the boom end, but I simply clip my barberhauler into a loop of line I have on the fitting where the vang attaches to the boom. It holds the boom out to one toerail while the other barberhaule

Re: Stus-List sailing under jib alone

2014-09-19 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Sailing w jib alone is an old thread I remember well. And I used to be a "both sails" advocate until this year when I converted. Now I am convinced a good boatman can sail any boat w any sail combination . "That's seamanship." This summer I started trying different single sail combos because m

Stus-List wife dosen't like it when the boat leans

2014-09-20 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
David, Well said. I am learning late in life that many wives don't appreciate when a sailboat heels or as mine says, ". . . don't like when it leans". And what I find challenging and fun about sailing like short tacking through a narrow channel or sailing hard on the wind close hauled, causes m

Re: Stus-List Annapolis boat show

2014-09-21 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I'd be up for meeting C&Cers at the boatshow. I like to go on the last day, Monday the 13th, spend the day at the show, then meet around 5pm at Pussers Carribean Grille upstairs. They usually have a good Reggae band. We could find a table inside if the band is too noisey. It's fun to watch the

Re: Stus-List Annapolis boat show

2014-09-21 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
FYI Annapolis Sailboat Show Show webpage: http://www.annapolisboatshows.com/united-states-sailboat-show/ Video of show breakdown: http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=united%20states%20sailboat%20show%20breakdown&qs=n&form=QBVR&pq=united%20states%20sailboat%20show%20breakdown&sc=0-28&sp=-1&sk=

Re: Stus-List Annapolis boat show

2014-09-21 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Great idea Bob, It's tough to capture everyone's needs. Some people may be coming after the show with their cars at the football stadium while others will be parked nearby, or parked over in Eastport. If you are driving in purely for the C&C group, I can understand picking a place clear of the

Re: Stus-List c and c 29-2 mast cap.

2014-09-21 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Not sure if your mast top is removable? Don't have the answer but a few things to consider. Ours has a welded top and the sheaves are removed through the front and back of the mast. I suppose it is possible if you remove the halyard to take the weight off the sheave. Then carefully secure the s

Re: Stus-List Wife dosen't like it when the boat leans

2014-09-23 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Thanks for the suggestions. All good, but not for my girl. Hiring a coach or taking a course won't change the fact that she doesn't like that sailboats lean when powered up. She's just not interested in a sailing course or coaching or changing. We're 60 and been together 30+ years. We've had th

Re: Stus-List C&C 37/40 + Pricing

2014-09-26 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
The MkI boats probably had thicker floor boards? The teak and holly sole for the 1989 boats are veneered and the top layer is paper thin. I refinished mine and sanded through in a few places, because it is so thin. If the original was not sealed and it sat underwater for a long time, it could b

Re: Stus-List C&C 37/40 + Pricing

2014-09-26 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Jake, A #2 should be plenty big for cruising and beer can racing. We raced our 34R w a #2 very sucessfully. A #1 would have helped in the under 5 knot races, but we didn't need as many crew on the rail w the smaller sail. Our #2 is cut as a 144% and full hoist so it is very close to the 150%. T

Re: Stus-List C&C 37/40 + Pricing (

2014-09-26 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Checked Yachtworld and found other 37/40's for sale w 7' 3" draft. Maybe C&C changed the production after the brochures were printed? Maybe Mars Metals made a change? Maybe owners changed the keels? I'd check with a tape measure from the waterline to the keel bottom tip. My boat was supposed t

Re: Stus-List Viking 34 cradle keel and pad weight distribution?

2014-09-28 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Correction, Brownell stands - Original Message - From: "cscheaffer" To: "D Harben" , "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" Sent: Sunday, September 28, 2014 9:10:45 PM Subject: Re: Stus-List Viking 34 cradle keel and pad weight distribution? Read somewhere 90% of boat weight should be on t

Re: Stus-List Bermuda Bound Bubble Runner

2014-10-06 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Yeah, I would estimate many "lives saved" by the coast guard and life saving services may be less than worthy of their valiant efforts. Darwin stated that the strong survive, and the herd gets stronger that way. The prudent mariner takes precautions, prepares his vessel, learns skills necessary

Re: Stus-List Ebola?

2014-10-16 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi Josh, Agree. But why did they separate the two infected nurses, the ones that care for the ebola patient who died, and send them to different hospitals for care? That doubles the number of people exposed. Maybe it's for training the hospital staff? Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Cr

Re: Stus-List sailing this weekend

2014-10-16 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Hi Joe, I hope to sail this weekend. Not sure yet if I can get two days, but I'd like to make that trip? Should know tomorrow. >From your comment, do you mean the strong Northerly will blow the water out of >the Bay and Kent Narrows depths will be too low to risk it? Chuck Resolute 1990 C&

Re: Stus-List Farley Mowat and thanks, and All Is Lost

2014-10-17 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
"All Is Lost" disapointed me for 25 minutes, then I switched channels, so I may not be a good judge? Couldn't stand the slow pace. Life is too short to waste time watching someone hesitate and do everything wrong. Hole in the side of boat? Stop the water coming in. Stick a cushion from a bunk

Re: Stus-List Butyl

2014-10-17 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
You're right as usual Dwight. The ingredient listed for 216 is Xylene, same stuff. - Original Message - From: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" To: "Jim Watts" , "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" Sent: Friday, October 17, 2014 11:49:53 AM Subject: Re: Stus-List Butyl Interlux Special Thi

Re: Stus-List torqing keel bolts

2014-10-18 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I once had a set of sockets made up for my boat. Bought a cheap set of 3/4" and 1" drive sockets from Harbor Freight and paid a welder friend to cut them in half and weld pipe between the two halves. 7" deep sockets. I gave them to the marina mechanic with the agreement that he could use them an

Re: Stus-List Ebola and TV news

2014-10-18 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
t; cnc-list@cnc-list.com > wrote: You guys can't figure out how to clean up Butyl - there's no way your going to get your heads around the Ebola crisis! sam :-) On 2014-10-16, at 6:53 PM, Chuck S via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com > wrote: Hi Josh, Ag

Re: Stus-List Tank fill Key

2014-10-18 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Nuts are 6 sided while the winch handle is square or 8 sided, I think. The plate at the bottom is square. I just use my winch handles. Why carry something special when the caps were intended for something convenient? Another method: Wax the cap and use it as a mold to fashion a key using epoxy.

Re: Stus-List sailing this weekend

2014-10-19 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Went to my boat Saturday late. Stayed overnight and enjoyed the quiet and solitude, having the whole marina to myself. It dropped into the 40's and everyone else went home. Today I stayed in the slip because of the cool weather and gusty 20+ winds. No boats went sailing. Instead I finished a few

Re: Stus-List Barrier Coating

2014-10-24 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Dear Dave J, I would agree w the yard and apply 7 coats. It's more than what Interlux recommends but the cost of paint is minimal compared to the cost of sodablasting and fairing the surface. I also think alternating the colors is the easiest way to prove how many coats went on the hull especia

Re: Stus-List ice or soda blasting

2014-10-24 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Just have to point out Bob's recent email explained in detail his experience and had a link to a video to try and help Fred. Sam, your recent comment adds nothing, and simply announces your personal frustration with the list. The list is off the "ebola" topic and still you're still criticizing

Re: Stus-List Overpriced?

2014-10-26 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Dan, That's a great deal on a 25 w a trailer. Wish you many great sailing days in the future. Some advice: Make it a point to get your boat sailing as soon as possible, so you can enjoy what she was designed for. So many project boats become eternal projects, the owner loses time, money or amb

Re: Stus-List EasyBlock Mainsheet Traveler

2014-10-30 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
IMHO, Perko chrome plated brass won't hold up in saltwater. Their stuff looks good in the store but pits terribly once on the boat. I'd look for stainless. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" To: "Ric

Re: Stus-List Jack stands

2014-11-01 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Maybe your marina would rent them to you? Especially if they have extra and you will returning next year. Love the plan to get the boat home. Wish I had done that with mine. Not to save money, but to have it close to work on, take measurements, etc. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek,

Re: Stus-List Running Lights >Approved LED bulbs

2014-11-01 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
We may be overthinking the LED bulb and running lights, brightness, visibilty, distance seen, curve of the earth, CG certification, legal liability, etc. But that's why this list is so fun. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "CNC

Re: Stus-List Metallurgy

2014-11-01 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Coat the screws w Lanacote. Chuck Resolute 1990 C&C 34R Broad Creek, Magothy River, Md - Original Message - From: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" To: "CNC boat owners, cnc-list" Sent: Saturday, November 1, 2014 2:22:54 PM Subject: Stus-List Metallurgy I am planning on mounting m

Re: Stus-List Winterizing my 1979 C&C 34

2014-11-01 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
Bernard, Your antifreeze should be fine if your engine has the typical heat exchanger . With the heat exchanger, raw water is drawn from a thuhull and a strainer and the raw water pump circulates that water through a heat exhanger, is injected into the mixing elbow of the exhaust hose where it

Re: Stus-List Elf

2014-11-01 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
The inner headsail is a Forestaysail tacked to the deck, the next is a Jib tacked to the stem or possibly further out, then the Flying Jib is outboard everything tacked to a metal ring that slides out on the sprit. Different designers used various setups. The vee shaped sail between gaff and top

Re: Stus-List Surfing hulls

2014-11-03 Thread Chuck S via CnC-List
I surfed our 34R entering the Absecon (Atlantic City) Inlet at the end of an 8 mile race in the jib and main division. The race started as a drifter off Ocean City, NJ and halfway through the wind died completely for about 10 minutes. We furled the genoa to stop it from slatting against shrouds,

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