Stus-List Isotemp SPA water heater in a LF38

Hi, Does anyone have any bad experiences with Isotemp SPA water heaters? I can’t find any reviews regarding the SPA line of heaters online. I am planning on installing either the SPA 25 (6.5 gal) or the SPA 30 (8 gal) on a LF38.For some reason, the price only differs by $9, but my main co

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 117, Issue 59

Good luck to anyone trying to get parts from Mass Marine.I tried several years ago to purchase the 1977 C&C 29 table. After many emails and phone calls, I was told that they can’t find it, and that the website is not up to date. They still have the table listed... - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38

Re: Stus-List Engine Overheat Question

Al, This sounds like a similar problem I experienced with my old C&C 29 which had a raw water cooled 2QM15.The alarm only came on only after the engine was shutdown for a short period of time and then restarted. I would even let the engine cool at idle speed for a good few minutes before

Re: Stus-List Replacing Windows

Gary, I am surprised that you have 1/4” acrylic. To have the strength acrylic should be more like 3/8”. Are you sure you don’t have 1/4” polycarbonate? I recently replaced all of the fixed ports on my LF38 using 1/4” Makrolon (abrasion & UV resistance polycarbonate), 3M VHB tape, and Dow 79

Re: Stus-List bottom paint stripping

This may make sense for a quick haul out jobs of days, but stripping in the Fall and repainting in the Spring would be the ideal for barrier coating. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Oct 21, 2015, at 7:16 PM, cnc-list-r

Re: Stus-List Anti-fouling paint -> devolving the basal plates

Robert, The barnacle remains are called basal plates. If you are concerned about over sanding than take a look at Barnacle Buster. You spray it on, let it devolve the basal plates, and wash it off. This stuff is great, but you need to keep it wet. Here are two links providing info. The f

Re: Stus-List C&C smile with a G/flex lipstick

Hi, The quote seem a tad high. I hope it includes a lot of other work too. I repaired the smile myself on a C&C 29 back in 2011. I sold her back in 2014 smile free. I tightened the keel bolts and used G/flex pretty much as described in the message below. There are also several good dis

Re: Stus-List Bermuda1-2 lessons learned

This is in line with what I head about cotter rings(in addition to snagging on sheets): “Banish the “key ring” shaped cotter rings from your sailboat rigging for good. They have a nasty reputation of backing out of a fitting from vibration or stress"

Stus-List snow?

Fred, We suffer all summer. So now that it is over, it is time to enjoy some nice sailing weather. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Oct 28, 2015, at 5:06 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Fred Street -- Minn

Re: Stus-List Signal K interface -> 12V WiFi

The Linksys WRT54GL is 12V.This is what I use with the Ubiquiti Bullet M2. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Oct 28, 2015, at 5:06 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2015 20:48:17 + > Fr

Re: Stus-List Signal K interface

Marek, Thanks for the added info in the LinkSys wrt54gl. It just happened that I had one of these units not being used at home, and I noticed that the AC/DC power supply allowed for direct 12V DC powering. I cut off the brick and used the remaining cord to provide the DC power. It has b

Stus-List race to cuba: Deja Vu

Hi, I just checked to see how the race was going for Deja Vu. At 9:00AM, Steve Thorne is just shy of the finish by 1.7NM. Given delays in reporting data, he has likely finished. Congratulations! Reading the news updates from the race website is interesting. "Several of the boats that have

Re: Stus-List converting TOD results to TOT

Here is another example: Corrected time = Elapsed time * 650/(550 + PHRF). I lifted this from the “The Racer’s Guide to Time on Time Scoring" by Russ Cardoza See: http://www.biyc.bc.ca/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/racersguide.pdf

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Replacing Windows

I used epoxy filled 50-50 with colloidal silica & 3M glass bubbles. Without the 3M bubbles, sanding the thickened silica epoxy mix is like sanding a rock. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Nov 9, 2015, at 6:48 AM, cn

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Replacing Windows

I just looked up my McMaster-Carr order, and I used 5952 series 3M VHB tape. I updated the “new portlights” on the Johanna Rose blog to reflect this along with the McMaster-Carr part numbers. The 5952 series is black and is 3/16” think. In my case, with the 1/4” polycarbonate, this thickness

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Replacing Windows

Besides being bulletproof, a good reason for using polycarbonate is that it is much more flexible than acrylic. You do not have to force it, it will almost noodle its way to fit on the curved surface. The drawback of using polycarbonate: cost, UV degradation, and surface scratching, are les

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Replacing Windows

Bruno, I solved this problem by aligning the windows before removing the protecting film from the VHB tape and hanging the windows in place with two strips of wide masking tape from the top side(like two big hinges). You can take the time to align the space just as you want(i.e. readjust the ma

Re: Stus-List Please trim your messages

Untrimmed messages are not just an announce (especially to digest readers), but it is a waste of online storage which costs $$! I know this may seem obvious to some, but JUST HIGHLIGHT the part of the message you are responding to and THEN click reply. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johan

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Replacing Windows

Maybe you did not have a clean surface for the VHB tape to properly bond. I broke off the passenger rearview mirror from my car when my spinnaker pole rolled off of the car roof(it was one of those moments). The mirror was only hanging by the adjustment cable. At first, like anyone, I used

Re: Stus-List Changing weight distribution in Landfall 38

I was thinking the exact same thing regarding a windlass and the need for starting if you split up the home bank leaving one bank(or just one battery) aft for emergency starting. As suggested, you should protect the wires at the battery, but rather than adding breakers, I suggest using a bat

Re: Stus-List small start battery for yanmar 3hmf

My first impression is to be skeptical of using a motorcycle battery to start a much higher compression diesel engine. So these batteries claim 270 CCA of power and 18Ah of energy. So is this good enough? I think it is reasonable to assume that a starter will consume less than 270A of cur

Re: Stus-List small start battery for yanmar 3hmf

Josh, I looked into this a bit more, and while I still think it is wrong to use “EqAh”, the concept is not as misleading as I originally thought. The claim is the depth of discharge for Li-Fe batteries is 95% whereas for lead-acid batteries this is 50%. In other words, a 110Ah lead-acid batter

Stus-List little A&H hatches on a LF38

Hi, I need to replace the lens on the little hatches in the galley and head. I believe these are Atkins & Hoyle model 550 single frame hatches (discontinued). Does anyone know of a reasonable source for new lenses? I contacted A&H and they want $325 for a single lens. Or has anyone made

Re: Stus-List Bonded Windows (continued)

Hi Gary, As I mentioned on the list before, there is a simple solution for the tricky part. Before removing the protective film on the VHB tape, align the window exactly where you want it and run two wide strips of masking tape down from the cabin top onto the window spaced out like hinges.

Stus-List Here's why it is better to sail the gulf-side of FL

It is a potential “All is Lost “ * 25 COAST GUARD CONTINUES TO INVESTIGATE CAUSE OF CONTAINERS LOST FROM BARGE OFF FLA. COAST http://www.uscgnews.com/go/doc/4007/2748438/ - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ _

Stus-List replacing a wheel autopilot motor

I just posted some information about replacing the DC motor in a wheel autopilot. The motor in my SPX-5 recently died. I purchased the same motor which Raymarine uses for $6.95, installed it, and it’s working. If anyone is interested, here is the link: http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/2015

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 119, Issue 61

Patrick, My mainsheet block is attached to the mast collar. I have a block lead like the one you mention, it is used for the rigid vang control, in my case a Selden Rodkicker 20. I have a photo of the set up on the blog where I describe replacing the gas shock for the rodkicker. http://sv

Re: Stus-List How to attach a rigid boom vang on LF38

Sorry, I forgot to change the subject heading before. ——— Patrick, My mainsheet block is attached to the mast collar. I have a block lead like the one you mention, it is used for the rigid vang control, in my case a Selden Rodkicker 20. I have a photo of t

Re: Stus-List Anchor locker lid attachment

Patrick, I don’t think the piano hinges on your anchor locker are original C&C. I have 6” SS strap hinges which are bolted through the cover and the deck. I replaced mine old broken hinges with new ones, overfilling the old holes with thickened epoxy and re-drilling as typically suggested.

Re: Stus-List Anchor locker lid attachment Landfall 38

36-smtp121da5febb0e826faca7bb6d8...@phx.gbl>> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="windows-1252"; Format="flowed" > > My anchor locker and cockpit lockers are piano hinged, factory original. > > Graham Collins > Secret Plans > C&C 35-III #11 > > On

Re: Stus-List Lemon oil cause mildew? Use Borax

Hi, One of the best ways to kill mold and to stop it from coming back is to use a mixture of Borax and warm water (1 cup to 1 gallon). It turns out that it is the alkalinity not acidity that kills mold. Here is an interesting read: http://moldblogger.com/how-borax-kills-mold/ - Paul E. 19

Re: Stus-List Vessel Documentation

Hi, As many have already pointed out that in addition to the benefits in foreign waters, documentation may be preferred by some insurance companies or required by lenders, and if you want to charter then documentation is also needed. Up until recently documentation required a one time fee with

Re: Stus-List Vessel Documentation

While clearly not a perk and extremely unlikely to occur, I read that a documented vessel can be requisitioned in a national emergency. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Jan 14, 2016, at 9:47 AM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.c

Re: Stus-List Vessel Documentation

I should add that trick to speed up the documentation process only works for boats built in the USA. (An advantage for C&C’s built at the Rhode Island plant.) > On Jan 14, 2016, at 9:47 AM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Date: Thu, 14 Jan 2016 09:46:30 -0500 > From: Dreuge mailto

Stus-List 40% off all bulk rope

FYI, today only West Marine has 40% off of all bulk rope as part of their Fantastic Friday Deal. Purchase online and use the ship to local store to save shipping costs too. http://www.westmarine.com/promo/bulk-rope-sale?cm_mmc=EM-_-Promo-_-160122-_-N/A

Re: Stus-List transom ladder

John, You should give White Water Marine a call. http://www.whitewatermarineinc.com/ladders.html Like you, I did not have a transom ladder on my boat. I was able to get measurements and photos from several kind members on the list. I called se

Re: Stus-List Qest plumbing question

Hi, I would look into using Flair-it fittings. They are easy to install, require no special tools, work on both pex and polybutly(Quest), and are easily found at your local Ace hardware store. Sounds like a $5-$10 fix. http://www.acehardware.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=1260873&f=PAD%2FBr

Re: Stus-List Butyl

Another resource for butyl is Grainger which can be ordered online or picked up locally. Grainger has grey butyl 3” width rolls and 2” by 2” grey butyl patches by the 24 box. They also have 2” width black butyl. http://www.grainger.com/product/GRAINGER-APPROVED-Butyl-Tapes-WP5534121/_/N-z

Stus-List Landfall 38 Atkins & Hoyle hatch seals

Hi, I know the small (galley and head) Atkins and Hoyle hatches use 3/8-in EDPM foam cord for replacement seal. Does anyone know what the replacement seals are for the other larger Atkins and Hoyle hatches? Do they use the same 3/8-in EDPM foam cord or is it a different size and/or type?

Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 Atkins & Hoyle hatch seals

39 Erie, PA > > From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com > <mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com>] On Behalf Of Dreuge via CnC-List > Sent: Wednesday, February 17, 2016 11:25 AM > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Cc: Dreuge > S

Re: Stus-List 35-3 sternn boarding ladder

Give White Water Marine a call. They made many of the original ladders. I had one made for a LF38 to the original specs which they have on hand. http://www.whitewatermarineinc.com/ladders.html - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com

Stus-List US Documentation to be extended

It looks like some good changes are coming. USCG Certificates of Documentations are likely moving to a 5yr renewal rather than annual. Hopefully they don’t change the fee to be 5x the annual fee.. See: http://www.bwsailing.com/cc/congress-extends-length-of-documentation-for-us-vessels/ - P

Stus-List A&H hatch seal

Hi, Another lister and I are going to place an order to McMaster-Carr for 1/2-inch EDPM foam cord. Since it only comes in 100-ft lengths, we are looking for two more listers interested in joining for a total 4 way split amounting to 25-ft of cord for ~$20 including all shipping costs(based on

Re: Stus-List paragon v-drive transmission

Hi, I have the paragon SAOV / Walter RV-10D V-drive transmission combo on my 3QM30. I have not experienced any clicks or reverse slips outs. My paragon has a serial # tag from Marine Transmission Inc out of Ft lauderdale, FL.I called them to get a replacement dipstick (mine was missing)

Re: Stus-List Thin plastic sheet for headliner access and

Have you thought about using fiberglass reinforced wall panels like the ones used in bathrooms. A 4x8 sheet goes for about $30 at Lowes or Home Depot. This is what a previous owner used on my LF38.Attached is a link to an old photo showing the panels. https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/9

Stus-List cockpit port on a Landfall 38

Does anyone know the make and model of the cockpit opening portlights on a Landfall 38? I inherited one which has been sealed up. It has not leaked so I have not messed with it. But now that I have my hatches in working order, it is time to remove the goop and get this port in working order

Re: Stus-List little A&H hatches on a LF38

Hi Patrick, Hatches look great. I have been dealing with these too. In my case, I had a broken hinge and I was not sure if it was fixable. I ended up replacing all hinges, so I now have 3 original hinges which I am no longer using. I just quickly posted photos and a short description onlin

Re: Stus-List little A&H hatches on a LF38

David, This past weekend I removed the latch on my forward hatch. I used a little bit of PB blaster and sanded clean the stainless rod (mine was mostly painted). I loosened the acorn nut just a little and with a hammer hit the end of the acorn nut nudging the rod bit by bit. When I got clos

Re: Stus-List little A&H hatches on a LF38

Maybe this youtube video will help? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ry5Vap15ak8 - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Mar 15, 2016, at 1:44 PM, David wrote: > > Pail, > > Thank you but I am talking about the round latches ab

Re: Stus-List Windows again

It sounds like you may have old Lexan(polycarbonate) for the fixed ports. Lexan is stronger (i.e. bullet proof) so often the lens thickness is less than what would be used for acrylic. Lexan is easier to work with and will flex better around curved cabin tops. It also does not chip or crac

Stus-List Anchor testing video

Hi, Here is a nice video showing various anchor being tested. It uses a gopro camera showing an initial setting and then 180 degree shift and reset. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l59f-OjWoq0 - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Ca

Re: Stus-List Auto pilot installation

On my C&C 29, I mounted the control head in a small pod on the binnacle hand rail. This worked well as I already had an empty navpod, and I was using an iPhone navionics/inavx for navigation. When I moved the autopilot over to the LF38, I mounted the control head on the starboard cockpit coami

Re: Stus-List Replacing Frame-less Ports

Hi, I have a short write on how I replaced my Landfall 38 fixed ports using 3M VHB tape and DOW 795. http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/search/label/NewPorts - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Mar 31, 2016, at 12:00 PM,

Re: Stus-List Bluetooth Speakers on Deck

Have you heard of the Amazon Tap? It is an Alexa enabled bluetooth speaker with claims of a 9hr battery life and can be charged via a USB cable. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VXS8E8S/?ref_=pe_1457740_187773290_ods_em_ha_fx_strt_ecg

Re: Stus-List GPS

Hi, I have use the IPad for navigation successfully for years. Power consumption is not an issue as long as you use a proper usb 12V adapter/plug. Many of the cheaper plugs provide 5V power at 1A or less. Use a plug which provides power with at least 2A and there will be no problem of batter

Re: Stus-List Automatic Charging Relay

Not that easy of an answer. Most dual bank chargers will split the rated current between the two banks. For example, my Guest dual 20A charger splits 10A to each isolated bank. But if the banks are combined then it is effectively becomes a one bank charger delivering 20A. So disconnect

Re: Stus-List Automatic Charging Relay

The Blue Sea ACR is dual sensing. Below is a quote from the Blue Sea website: "An ACR senses when the voltage of either of the batteries rises to a level indicating that a charge source is active (13.6V for 30s or 13.0V for 90s). The ACR′s contacts then connect and the ACR applies the charge to

Re: Stus-List Galley sink basket/strainer

Take a look at Fisheries Supply for Scandvik sink drain adapters. They are available for both 3/4” and 1” hoses. http://www.fisheriessupply.com/scandvik-1-1-4in-sink-drain-adapter-hose-barb Also, you don’t a

Re: Stus-List Considering Head Replacement on 35 mk III

Hi, I have had a C&H Headmate on my 29-1 and I had to rebuild the pump several times. I now have a Jabsco head on my LF38. The quality and functionality is much better. The West Marine head actually looks like a rebranding of the Jabsco head. WM lists the Jabsco head for $209. If you

Re: Stus-List Rudder collar "donut" removal

Patrick, I don’t know if you were able to remove your donut yet. If not, don’t ignore heating the outer edge of the donut (use torch, a heat gun won’t do it). A good temperature difference from the donut to the stock can give greater expansion to the donut relative to the stock (like how man

Re: Stus-List Battery Posts

Steve, I agree with Fred. Rather than dealing with the clamping lug adapters and clamping lugs on you cables, it is much better to use proper sized eyelets lugs. It may actually cost you less to convert the cables, and likely lead to less troubles down the road. An other advantage is that on

Re: Stus-List Battery Posts

I agree, I use a good mechanical connection (ancor like crimps) everywhere except on the battery lugs(I’m talking large gauge wire). ABYC actually has an exception to the “shall not solder rule” From ABYC E-11 11.14.5.7 Solder shall not be the sole means of mechanical connection in any c

Stus-List Spot tracker, InReach, and SpotWalla

Hi, One of the reasons I love this list because of the many useful tidbits of information. Case in point, yesterday’s mention of the DeLorme inReach SE satellite communicator. I did a quick look at it features compared to my presently owned SPOT Messenger, and I find that the InReach provides

Re: Stus-List My Experience and Mistakes With Interlux

Nice work Ryan. You may see that you are the only one to notice any imperfections, and over time you’ll likely think of these as adding character. I recently paint my topsides and decks using Brightside and Kiwigrip(non-skid). Funny that I started with a “much-too-expensive Purdy brush “ bu

Re: Stus-List My Experience and Mistakes With Interlux

Eventually I was able have some white KiwiGrip shipped out of Los Osos, CA by Chetco Marine in mid March. By the time I finished, I ended up using about 1.25 gallons of KiwiGrip. It turned out that the first gallon of KiwiGrip from Chetco Marine arrived damaged and opened in the box. I mana

Re: Stus-List SOS signals - LED light to replace flares?

Here is a nice review of the Sirius Signal SOS C-1001 LED at Panbo. http://www.panbo.com/archives/2015/09/one_led_flare_replaces_us_required_pyros_sirius_signal_but_not_ocean_signal.html - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On

Stus-List Maxwell windlass sale

Hi, I am planning on adding a vertical windlass to my LF38 this summer. I was originally planning on going with a Lewmar V2 5/16” G4 gypsy-only, but I have just noticed that Maxwell windlasses are on sale at what looks like a great deal. Does anyone have experience with the Maxwell RC8-8?

Re: Stus-List Touch? racing Gulfport Pensacola offshore

I hope you do well but more importantly have fun! I’ll be watching.. Maybe next year I’ll join you. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Jun 23, 2016, at 12:00 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Message: 1 > Date:

Re: Stus-List Relocating the Yanmar key now alternator..

If your alternator is not working then you should simple get an alternator buzzer alarm. This assumes your alternator alarm is working. When you turn your key on to provide power before actually cranking the engine the engine, you should hear the buzzer and see possible two lights on. If yo

Re: Stus-List Guidance required on Sewage hose type - LF38

Hi John, I have recently gone through much of this with my LF38, and I have written much of this up on my blog. The first link below discusses the head plumbing. I went with a macerator pump rather than a hand pump. Read the section on my “Sanitation System Plan”. In my setup, all head

Re: Stus-List Guidance required on Sewage hose type - LF38 NOW Active holding tank vent

Dave, >From what all the experts say, using quality hose and having proper >ventilation are main keys. A real eye opener for me was finding a bug nest clogged air vent line, so at the very least check or replace your vent line. To be honest, I cannot make any claims that adding the active

Stus-List The Mariners' Museum Newport News, VA

Hi, I’m spending much time in Newport News this fall for work related travel. This weekend I decided to go to the local Mariners’ Museum to kill an hours or so time. Surprisingly, I spent 5 hours there loving it. First off, for all of August admission is only $1 (nice surprise getting bac

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 127, Issue 86

Mark, I replaced my rudder post thrust bearing bushing with one I made from 1/8" Ultra-Wear-Resistant PTFE-Filled Delrin Acetal Resin obtained from McMaster-Carr. I have photos and some details on my blog post(scroll down): http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/search/label/SteerWork

Re: Stus-List Rudder post bushings

Mark, I replaced my rudder post thrust bearing bushing with one I made from 1/8" Ultra-Wear-Resistant PTFE-Filled Delrin Acetal Resin obtained from McMaster-Carr. I have photos and some details on my blog post(scroll down): http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/search/label/SteerWork

Re: Stus-List C&C 37+ Anchor Roller Mount & Windlass

Hi Ron, I recently installed a new windlass and upgraded the ground tackle on my LF38. I installed the windlass on the deck such that the chain hole is over the anchor locker whereas the windlass shaft hole is over the v-berth. I just started to writeup the windlass installation on my blog, b

Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 - List of Hull Numbers etc.

John, I echo what you say about the list and the info provided by members. Regarding hull numbers, mine is 88, and I recall that Wally’s is 90. As for creating a blog, check out http://www.blogspot.com. It is free and pretty simple to start off. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna

Stus-List Landfall 38 hull numbers

Hi, I put together a page containing a table of LF38 hull number information. Currently the table includes owner names which I was not sure should be include. Let me know what you think. http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/search/label/HullNumbers

Stus-List Landfall 38 180-250 confusion

Hi, It has been very interesting collecting the LF38 hull number information. One question which which came up was how many hulls were actually built. Some sources stated 180 others 250. The later supported by hull numbers in the 200’s. Well it looks like Ed provides the golden key to unders

Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 hull numbers now Model Years

Here is how I now understand it: The “M" means model-year format (not actual year) where like with autos start in August. So a HIN with M80B would be have actually been built in September 1979 where as a HIN with M80J would have been built in May 1980. See: http://www.paceship.org/articles/HI

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He was originally from Quebec and so upon entering England "Je me souviens" or maybe he was reading, one of my favorites, “The Long Way” and was inspired > On Aug 23, 2016, at 12:00 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2016 15:55:21 + > From: "Della Barba, Joe"

Stus-List Octopus on a Landfall 38

Has anyone installed an Octopus linear drive on a Landfall 38? If so, obtaining info on which model and how it was installed would be great. As been discussed, the space for mounting a below deck autopilot drive on a Landfall 38 is extremely limited. Successful below deck autopilot drive i

Re: Stus-List 3QM30 Head Gasket

Dave, I think it is very reasonable to do the work yourself. Having recently rebuilt my 3QM30, I would expect the cost to be about $500 or less. My whole rebuild was under $2,000. Bring the head to a machine shop and have them check it out, acid dip & clean, resurface if needed, and do a val

Re: Stus-List Electrical Question -> are you towing ?

Using a tri-color mast light and a steaming light could confuse your vessel with a vessel towing an object(side views have colored light above white light).It can take only one late night encounter with a towing vessel to appreciate the different light arrangements used for navigation. Of c

Re: Stus-List Potable water pump

Fred, I replaced the plumbing about a year ago on my LF38 and installed a Jabsco 31395-0092 ParMax 2.9 Water Pump (2.9-GPM, 50-PSI, 12-Volt). I have been very pleased with the pump performance. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Carrabelle, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.

Re: Stus-List Raymarine exits the instrument, vhf and autopilot business

Raymarine is not so bad. When the day comes that you buy a device, which is not from Raymarine, but you are required to use a Raymarine MFD to upgrade the software or even use the device, then you’ll feel like a Mac(or Linux) user. As a non-Microsoft software user, I feel your pain.But

Re: Stus-List 2GM15 salt water cooled engine overheating

Joel, I have had some experience with a Yanmar 2QM15 which was in my old C&C 29 mk1. The 2QM15 manual states that at 2000RPM, the raw water pump should deliver 400 l/hr (which is about 1.75 US Gallons/minute).It should be easy to bypass the raw water just before it enters the mixing elbow

Re: Stus-List Paragon Transmission Repair

Hi, Give the folks at Transmission Marine, Inc in Fort Lauderdale, FL a call. These folks specialize in Paragon repairs, rebuilds, and parts. I have purchased replacement paragon parts from them and found the prices very reasonable.I have also called them a few times and had pleasant ch

Re: Stus-List Yanmar 3QM30 Water Pump Rebuild

Hi, Please note that 3QM30 water pump are not like some of the GM pump with pulleys, the QM pump is shaft driven directly by the camshaft(i.e. no belt). I have not rebuilt one, but it looks easy enough, 2 circular clips, bearings and seals. I can send you the schematics from the parts manual i

Stus-List FloatHub KickStarter

Hi, Here is an interesting KickStarter called “FloatHub” which some may be interested. Below is the KickStarter link and link to Panbo with a discussion. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/modiot/floathub http://www.panbo.com/archiv

Re: Stus-List Plastic Welding Water Tank

Bruce, Yes, plastic welding is the way to go, don’t waist your time with sealant or adhesive repairs.I repaired the water tanks in my Landfall 38 by plastic welding. I never plastic welded before this and the tanks are still holding fine. Use a hot air welder, which Harbor Freight also s

Re: Stus-List Refit for a 1981 Landfall 38

Hi John, Using Blogger (i.e. blogspot) is rather easy and it is free. Much of my recent efforts I have not bothered to write up as they are mostly never ending tasks: little cosmetics projects, engine maintenance, leak hunting, brightwork, … I am working on a water heeling bag system so t

Re: Stus-List CnC-List Digest, Vol 139, Issue 47

Nice, So where are the keys…. Have you thought about adding a section on the running rigging? I.e. details specific to Touche’ - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Fort Walton Beach, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Aug 9, 2017, at 3:50 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.

Re: Stus-List Landfall for sale

I think someone may get a great deal. It has such a paltry description with inaccurate draft info by “Original owner”.My guess is that it is a family estate sale. - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Fort Walton Beach, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Aug 15, 2017

Re: Stus-List Irma heads up -> "head-fake"

Hi This was just put out by a colleague at FSU: Hurricane IRMA has winds of 115 mph which makes it a Category 3 storm. It is possible to became a Category 4 storm but, most likely, when closest to land, it will be a Category 3 storm with winds in the 127 mph range. The track has some uncer

Re: Stus-List Yanmar 2QM15 - Anti-seize, lock tight, gaskets

Yes, you should use something like Nickel Anti-Seize. On the front of the 2QM15 there is a 3-way joint where a zinc plug screws into. This 3-way is no longer available from Yanmar (3-way joint (724070-0130). For galvanic protection, I would NOT use liquid gasket or lock tight.I research

Re: Stus-List Re George Cuthbertson

http://www.sailingscuttlebutt.com/2017/10/05/eight-bells-george-cuthbertson/ > On Oct 6, 2017, at 6:39 AM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Message: 2 > Date: Fri, 6 Oct 2017 01:33:00 + (UTC) > From: Don Harben > > To: mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>

Re: Stus-List New Engine, now what size alternator

If you have a refrigeration load of 120AH/day, don’t waist money on increasing battery and charging capacity. Spend a little cash on better insulation or rebuild your box with more and better insulation. It is not unreasonable to shoot for a refrigeration load under 30AH/day. Just have a

Re: Stus-List Support Contributions

Is it legal to send a bottle of rum from the US to a personal address in Canada? - Paul E. 1981 C&C 38 Landfall S/V Johanna Rose Fort Walton Beach, FL http://svjohannarose.blogspot.com/ > On Oct 26, 2017, at 3:09 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Oct 26

Re: Stus-List News story

Doubts are piling in. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/nationworld/ct-navy-ship-rescue-japan-20171030-story.html "Had they not been able to locate us, we would have been dead within 24 hours."

Re: Stus-List Silicone residue...

Practical Sailor did a test on adhesive removers in the January 2017 issue. They recommend Re-Mov Silicone and Adhesive Remover. Below is a quote from the test results: Re-Mov Silicone and Adhesive Remover This remover was our most effective overall for removing both silicone caulk residue

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