Stus-List Headliner hardware

Another project on my new-to-me C&C34 is fixing the headliner. It’s actually in really good shape except there’s a number of the white plastic connectors (screws?) missing. No idea where to find these online or even what to call them? Any help folks? Dean smime.p7s Description: S/MIME cryptog

Stus-List Re: Headliner hardware

acht Club | Venice Island, FL > www.StarshipSailing.com > ———- > 914.774.9767 | Mobile > ———- > Sent via iPhone 11 Pro > iPhone. iTypos. iApologize > > > On Oct 4, 2020, at 7:49 PM, Dean McNeill wrote: > > Another project on my new-to-me C&C34 i

Stus-List Re: Headliner hardware

awesome! Thanks, Dean > On Oct 4, 2020, at 10:48 PM, ALAN BERGEN wrote: > > I have some. How many do you need? Where should I send them? > > Alan Bergen > 35 Mk III Thirsty > Rose City YC > Portland, OR > > > > On Sun, Oct 4, 2020 at 4:49 PM Dean McNeill <m

Stus-List Boat cover question

Tried putting the cover on my new-to-me C&C34 this weekend. It has a low aluminium frame (maybe 2 feet above deck and the cover just extends to the toe rails (not over the lifelines and down the side of boat a few feet like other covers I’ve seen). I believe it fits decently and its good solid w

Stus-List Solar panel for battery charging

I’m planning on getting a solar panel to keep my batteries (12 v starter and 12 v house) charged next season on my C&C34. I don’t have a fridge and won’t need any great amount of power (mostly coastal day-sails, no long cruises). I just want to keep the batteries up while it’s moored (no access

Stus-List Re: LIST BUSTED?

Trust me, I’m watching your election just as feverishly up here as you folks in the south! Dean C&C34 Halifax, NS, Canada > On Nov 5, 2020, at 6:34 PM, Tom Buscaglia wrote: > > Our Canadian brothers and sisters should be carrying the list for everyone. > > At 12:42 PM 11/5/2020, you wrote:

Stus-List Paint removal...

l the prescribed customs for renaming). Any thoughts folks? Dean McNeill C&C34 Halifax, NS smime.p7s Description: S/MIME cryptographic signature October is the time to show your appreciation with a small contribution to this list to help offset the costs. If you want to support the list - use

Stus-List Re: Paint removal...

...it was also painted >>> onit took a few hoursI used a 3M rubbing compound on a rotating >>> polisherbefore I started, I taped all the surrounding gelcoat and >>> inside the lettering so as not to take off that gelcoat, just the painted >>> lettering.

Stus-List Re: George Harding Cuthbertson's Binder 1982 - 2008

Just made another donation myself! Great organization. D ean C&C 34 Halifax, NS > On Aug 9, 2021, at 1:26 PM, JohnKelly Cuthbertson via CnC-List > wrote: > > When you are settled….. I have scanned some of his binders and been slowly > releasing them in to the wild. I’ve tried raising funds a

Stus-List Re: Boric Acid Powder

Not a spider deterrent, but a mouse deterrent… A friend (who has a crazy number of outboard motors) and has had huge issues with mice eating the wiring when in storage, swears by putting a piece of Irish Spring soap in each cowling…. says’s he’s never had an issue since. I’ll try that myself th

Stus-List Re: Port Townsend boats and Tally Ho

My excuse? I’m still a little (okay a lot) intimidated by this knowledgeable group… but after about a year of diligently following and learning from you all, I expect I’ll jump in on one of these infamous calls, once I put the boat to bed for the winter in the next month! Dean BarraWind C&C 34

Stus-List Re: In search of Barient 17 self tailing winch retaining nut

Her’s their web address: http://www.huttonwinches.com/products/spares Dean BarraWind C&C 34 Halifax, Nova Scotia > On Sep 21, 2021, at 1:02 AM, Doug via CnC-List wrote: > > There is an outfit in Australia that has spare parts for barient and Barlo

Stus-List Re: Mast in and out

Where I store my C&C 34 boat for the winter in Chester, Nova Scotia, they charge me $150 for going mast in or out. They also do a fine job of attaching all the rig, stays, shrouds and fuller as well as roughly tune it when putting it in… not bad for $150 I figure! You do have to store with the

Stus-List Re: Electric Bilge Pump

Auto bilge pumps usually have 3 wires. A ground and then one positive to use if you want it to be auto or one positive to connect if you want it to be manual. You pick what function you want and wire it that way. My guess is you wired it for auto by mistake? I’ve done that! _ From Dean’s mobile

Stus-List Re: Bottom Paints Again

First full season for me with my C&C 34 and I used Interlux Micron CSC, as that’s what the previous owner ’thought’ was on it when I bought it. A good friend has also used it on his Tartan 3700 for years with good results. I used 2 to 3 coats after a light sanding of the previous coat(s) and it

Stus-List Re: Seasons' Greetings

Back at you Stu and Glady’s. Wishing you and everyone on this valuable list a Happy and Joy-filled Christmas and a wonderful New Year. Cheers, Dean BarraWind Halifax, Nova Scotia Thanks to all of the subscribers that contributed to the list to help with the costs involved. If you want to sho

Stus-List Re: 25 MKII - Smiling?

While I’m a new owner, I’ve now witnessed two launches and two haul-outs… each involving a 500 yard run up a bumpy hill hanging/swaying in a sling (not for the faint of heart) and my keel doesn’t move relative to the boat (1980 C&C 34) at all. It did have the familiar C&C smile when I bought i

Stus-List Re: Abnormal list things

Everything normal here… low volume of emails and most end up in my Junk mail, but I now know to check there often! Dean McNeill BarraWind C&C 34 Halifax, NS

Stus-List Winch replacement

Probably asked a lot before, but anyone know what winch would be a good replacement for Barient 25? I’m wanting to upgrade the primaries on my C&C 34 which has the original 2 speed (but not self-tailing) winches. I’m in Canada (nova Scotia) if that matters (in terms of where to order), but wil

Stus-List Re: Winch replacement

Nope, Barient 25… took a picture of them yesterday. Maybe I should jump up a bit in size? Dean > On Mar 28, 2022, at 7:19 PM, Kevin & Renee Hartig via CnC-List > wrote: > > That’s weird, my C&C 34 has Barient 27’s. Is that what you meant? > > Ben > >>

Stus-List Re: Mast head antenna cable

I've used the gold Shakespeare solder-less coax connectors, on a few boats, as well and have had no issues. _ Dean BarraWind C&C 34 Halifax, NS

Stus-List Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: Batteries again

Have used the Shakespeare solder-less connectors in the past, on previous boats, and they do work well. Dean C&C 34 Halifax NS smime.p7s Description: S/MIME cryptographic signature

Stus-List Re: Genoa sheets

Outside _ From Dean’s mobile 902 489 8556 > On Jul 9, 2022, at 2:11 PM, Paul Florin via CnC-List > wrote: > >  > On a 35ft C&C MK II with a 110% genoa, sheets inside or outside shrouds? > > -- Paul Florin > > > > >

Stus-List C&C 34 Winch replacement

Looking to replace the original Barient 25 double speed primary winches on my 1980 C&C 34 over the off season with similar sized self-tailing ones. Anyone with a similar boat find a good replacement with same or similar mounting holes that would save me some work? Really interested in what other

Stus-List Re: C&C 34 Winch replacement

going to cost. > That is what I plan to do with the 28s and 32s on my 38. > > Rick Brass > Imzadi C&C 38 mk2 #47 > la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 #225 > Washington, NC > > > > From: Dean McNeill via CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com > <mailto:cnc-li

Stus-List Bimini or dodger extender suggestions

Anyone have a nice bimini or dodger extension set up for a C&C 34 (1980 vintage) or similar boat, that they like, and would share pictures? I have a nice dodger, but thinking of adding something extra for those very sunny days… not looking to break the bank, just wondering what options people

Stus-List Re: Bimini or dodger extender suggestions

rainy days. The bimini deployed by itself is great shade > > The dodger and bimini are currently not on the boat but I can send some > pictures if you would like > > Mike Hoyt > Persistence > Halifax, NS > > > From: Dean McNeill via CnC-List <mailto:cnc-lis

Stus-List Re: Eight Bells for Rob Ball

Such sad news. I too have benefitted from Robs excellent design skills and his thoughtful and generous advice. Rest In Peace sir. Dean C&C 34 Halifax, NS > On Sep 10, 2022, at 9:05 AM, Thomas Perison via CnC-List > wrote: > > Fair Winds and Following Seas Rob. > We are better as a saili

Stus-List Re: Replacing cabin windows

I got a quote from "Fix Leaky Boats” on replacing windows and frames (fixed / non-opening) on my 1980 34' two years ago and it was about $2,000 Canadian. I didn’t proceed but that might give you an idea of pricing. I’ve heard great things about their products. Dean > On Feb 9, 2023, at 11:46 A

Stus-List Re: Finally we have launched for the season!

Beautiful Mike! Will keep an eye out for you in the harbour! _ Dean BarraWind C&C 34 Halifax, NS smime.p7s Description: S/MIME cryptographic signature Please show your appreciation for this list and the Photo Album site and help me pay the associated bills. Make a contribution at: https://www.p

Stus-List Water in mast step

I have a 1980 C&C 34. Keel stepped mast step gets water (from mast) and I’m wondering if it’s okay / advisable to drill a small hole in the metal step so the the water will drain into the bilge? Dean BarraWind C&C34, Halifax NS _ From Dean’s mobile 902 489 8556 Please show your appreciation f

Stus-List Re: Water in mast step

le! >> >> Charlie Nelson >> Water Phantom >> >> On Sunday, July 2, 2023, 02:27:26 PM EDT, Matt Wolford via CnC-List >> mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: >> >> >> My 1978 C&C 34 had a small hole drilled in it, presum

Stus-List Mac Navigation options?

I have an on-deck ChartPlotter at the helm and while I’m a fan of Navionics on an iPhone… it’s so small! I don’t have an iPad or tablet but I do have a great Mac laptop I don’t use — it would make a great on-board navigation station. What software and charts are good? Navionics on a laptop run

Stus-List Re: Mac Navigation options?

gt;> American chart set that came with my last chart plotter update. >> >> Garmin also owns Navionics, IIRC, and I seem to recall the choice of >> Navionics or Blue Chart charts is an option for the newer Garmin Chart >> plotters. You might call them and see if since y

Stus-List Re: Mac Navigation options?

end > getting one. Make sure you get a cellular capable one—you don’t have to > activate the cell service but you need to be cellular capable in order to get > the GPS. > Andy > > Andrew Burton > 26 Beacon Hill > Newport, RI > USA 02840 > > +401 965 5260 &g

Stus-List Re: Fundraising time

Stu, Please accept my sympathies for your loss. A donation has been sent. Thank you for everything you do for us C&C’ers. Dean C&C34 Halifax NS > On 10/26/2023 3:20 PM, Stu via CnC-List wrote: >> As it has happened in the past, I asked our many subscribers to help a >> little bit paying the bi

Stus-List Insurance Provider?

I‘m in process of purchasing a 1980 C&C 34 but I’m being held up by insurance provider. My broker (specializing in marine insurance) has sent the clean survey and all details to the insurance provider. Was supposed to be 2 days for approval… it’s now stretching into 4 days and we can’t get a r

Stus-List Wincher's size for C&C 34

Just bought a C&C 34 with Barient #25 two speed winches, but not self-tailing. Wondering if anyone knows the size I should order to add the rubber “Winchers” to make them sort-of self-tailing? Or can someone measure the barrel diameter of same winches if you have them…. My new boat is a 4 hour d

Stus-List Yanmar cutting out at sea?

Just brought my new-to-me C&C34 home. My 2009 Yanmar 3YM30 purred like a kitten in most seas. But this was a 30 hour slog through hell. Decided to motor-sail a bit in some heavy seas (20-25 kts), engine, at 2500-2800 rpm, would suddenly lose revs then often quit. Could start up again in a few mo

Re: Stus-List Yanmar cutting out at sea?

ngine, dropping ir when the engine stops. > > If it that or the filters I would either polish the fuel, and add a cleaner, > or remove it and have the tank cleaned. > > Paul > From: CnC-List on behalf of Dean McNeill via > CnC-List > Sent: Saturday, September 5, 202

Re: Stus-List Yanmar cutting out at sea?

Yep, was at 3/4 full. I’m pretty sure it was crud picked up by pickup in tank. Kinda hard to get at now, but I’ll sort it out when I haul in in a month or so. Meanwhile, I’ll happily avoid anymore voyages like we had! Dean > On Sep 7, 2020, at 10:50 PM, Ronald B. Frerker via CnC-List > wrote:

Stus-List Re: Americas Cup racing

Jeff, I’m in Halifax and I have watched them on YouTube… just search for Americas Cup. I’ve watched in real-time but they also have replays of various races and discussion shows. Too marvel at the technology! Dean C&C 34 BarraWind Halifax, NS smime.p7s Description: S/MIME cryptographic signat

Stus-List Re: test

Backa ta ya. Dean BarraWind C&C34 Halifax, NS > On Jan 9, 2021, at 10:36 PM, Ken Heaton via CnC-List > wrote: > > testing! A couple of replies would be appreciated (but don't y'all get > carried away with it...) > > -- > Graham Collins > Secret Plans > C&C 35-III #11 > Thanks to all of the

Stus-List Re: C&C 34 re-power HP

My new-to-me 1980 C&C 34 was re-powered in 2009 with a Yanmar 30hp…. seems like a good amount of power to me. Dean Halifax NS Thanks to all of the subscribers that contributed to the list to help with the costs involved. If you want to show your support to the list - use PayPal to send contrib

Stus-List Leaving interior Teak natural?

Spring chores on the new-to-me C&C 34… every piece of the beautiful teak interior is coated in Cetol. It makes it look so DARK! I’m successfully removing the Cetol with a heat gun and scraper. After a light sand, I’m wondering if I varnish it or leave it uncoated (natural). I’m not a fan of oil

Stus-List Re: Leaving interior Teak natural?

_ Matt, My PO (or maybe the PPO) was similarly sloppy when applying Cetol throughout exterior and interior of boat. I tried a few things and the ABSOLUTE Best is gently scraping with the dull bottle opener end of my Swiss Army knife. So, I bet a big rounded-over flat-head screwdriver would wor

Stus-List Re: Removing lettering

Adhesive lettering is WAY easier than old painted lettering! A heat gun and a sharp scraper are your friends. The heat gun will loosen the adhesive on the vinyl and then you can get a scraper or razor edged scraper in underneath to peel it off. Dean C&C 34 Halifax, NS Thanks to all of the su

Stus-List Bilge pump outflow

On my C&C 34, I have a non-automatic bilge pump in the well next to the mast holder. It’s old and back flows about gallon (maybe an exaggeration!) of water back into the bilge once it shuts off. I’m replacing it and expect I can just attach the new bilge pump to the existing outflow piping. My q

Stus-List Re: Parting out a C&C 41 in Dartmouth Nova Scotia

Those would be great JKC! I’d certainly be interested in a few. Dean > On Jan 4, 2024, at 9:14 PM, Rod via CnC-List wrote: > > I stay away from just slapping the C&C logo on anything. I’m trying to > reproduce actual C&C promotional items > > Here is the Rugby shirts I plan to reproduce > >

Stus-List Re: C&C Rugby Shirt

Just got my Rugby shirt… LOVE IT! Super great quality. Thanks JFK, Very impressed. Dean C&C 34 Halifax, NS > On Feb 29, 2024, at 1:16 PM, Motion Designs Limited via CnC-List > wrote: > > What Jeff said :-) > > JKC > www.candcyachts.com > Motion Designs Limited > 647 990 7752 > >> On Feb

Stus-List Hints on swapping winches?

I'm about to finally replace my old 2 speed Barient 25 primary winches on my C&C 34, with Harken 46 Self tailing winches. Anyone have experience doing a similar swap? I fully expect I’ll need to fill old holes and drill new ones. And probably glass in aluminum or plywood backing plates. Any ot

Stus-List Re: Hints on swapping winches?

Thanks everyone, some great hints and suggestions here. I’m a little less worried about the switch after reading all these comments. I’ll be sure to let you all know how it works out! Cheers, Dean Barrawind 1980 C&C 34 Halifax, NS _ Please show your appreciation for this list and the Photo Al

Stus-List Winch Sealant suggestions

I mentioned a while back I was planning on replacing my old Barient primary winches…. well I’ve got a pair of new Harken 46 ST’s ready to go. I’ve removed the old winches, sealed the old holes, have starboard backing plates (probably overkill) and I'm ready to go. Wondering what you folks sugg

Stus-List Re: Winch Sealant suggestions

ant. There is no reason to overdo the > sealing here anyway. Leaks drip down to bilge without adversely affecting > anything. > > Jeff Laman > 1981 C&C34 Harmony > Ludington, Mich > > Get Outlook for Android <https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> > From: Dean McNeill vi

Stus-List Datamarine A-180 manual?

I know it’s a reach but does anyone happen to have a manual or wiring diagram for a Datamarine A180 master power, log and lighting control panel? Maybe a PDF or a picture of wiring panel? I looked online but no luck. Thanks, Dean BarraWind C&C 34 Halifax, NS smime.p7s Description: S/MIME cry

Stus-List Re: Alternator Question

Nick, By “switches” do you mean the Battery Selector Switch? It’s often red and has different positions like 1, 2, ALL, NONE or OFF. If so, this determines what battery powers your starter… and in turn, which batteries receive charge when engine is running. Common advice is to NOT pas through t

Stus-List Re: Opening Ports

Mathew, I’m very interested in your C&C34 Opening Ports recommendation. Did you mount them into existing solid lean windows or retrofit in some way. I’d love to do something like this on my 1980 34 to increase airflow Dean BarraWind Halifax, NS > On Jun 21, 2025, at 12:42 PM, Matthew Wolford

Stus-List Re: 37R Mast Project

Matthew, Yes you are correct, my 34 has the “Go Fast” windows, oh well! Thanks, Dean > The 1980 34 has “go fast” windows as I recall. By contrast, the 1978 34 had > the old screwed on oval style windows (like the C&C 33-1). The openings on > the older oval windows are slightly smaller than L

Stus-List Re: Chucks article

I for one am delighted you shared with us all, will be most helpful down the line when I do the replacement! Dean BarraWind C&C 34 Halifax, NS > On Jul 19, 2025, at 4:29 PM, CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List > wrote: > > My pleasure. Helping other owners is the purpose of Stu's list. I hope m

Stus-List Circuit breaker?

One of the circuit breakers in my 12 volt panel doesn’t work… no power through it when it’s activated. It’s the old style push button style (see attached photo). Are they still available to purchase or is there a replacement that will fit? I’d prefer not to have to replace the whole panel. Dean