Re: Stus-List Honda 2000i (and now saving dinghys and AM talk radio - or my usual drivel)

2014-03-27 Thread Rick Brass
r, or I even idling in a 30 dB anchorage, even a Honda can be loud. So common courtesy is always in order. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Mar 27, 2014, at 17:19, Wally Bryant wrote: > > PS. I was trying to think why some folks would say that the little Honda is > not quiet. >

Re: Stus-List Nicro Solar Fans/Vents -- Worth it?

2014-03-30 Thread Rick Brass
rrent cowl vents. More positive air flow. Less water blown into the boat, and less likely to get snagged by a sheet and tossed overboard. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Mar 30, 2014, at 12:28, Edd Schillay wrote: > > Listers, > > Has anyone tried installing those Nicro s

Re: Stus-List Which ipad?

2014-04-01 Thread Rick Brass
ad by Bluetooth, but your's might. I also have Garmin Homeport on my laptop so I can do route planning, etc on the laptop and transfer to the plotter using an SD card. Maybe some day I'll get an SD card reader for the iPad so I can do the planning on that device. Rick Brass Sent from my iP

Re: Stus-List Poli-Glow

2014-04-02 Thread Rick Brass
e easier if the boat got hauled more often than once every 3 or 4 years. I wish my 38 had never been painted. A shiny hull would be so much easier. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 2, 2014, at 14:04, Andy Blanchard wrote: > > I don't believe in the quit fix like Poli-

Re: Stus-List Pre-feeder for jib (and folding a headsail properly)

2014-04-02 Thread Rick Brass
hanked on sails in Lake Michigan, and you learn to stow the headsails so they go up quickly and smoothly - or you get to drink a lot of cold lake water. I guess roller curlers and the general demise of hanked on sails has made stowing headsails a lost art form. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > O

Re: Stus-List Whisker pole

2014-04-04 Thread Rick Brass
n for pole diameter by boat length. A friend bought a pole for his boat that was small diameter, and he folded the pole one day when sailing downwind in a chop and the end of the pole dipped into the water. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 4, 2014, at 15:01, Michael Brown wrote: >

Re: Stus-List Whisker pole - 32

2014-04-04 Thread Rick Brass
a whisker pole equal to 1.24 of J, presuming your largest genoa is a 155. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 4, 2014, at 12:22, "Hoyt, Mike" wrote: > > Whisker pole is generally supposed to equal the J measurement of your boat. > For the 32 is 12.8 feet. Price for

Re: Stus-List Fuel system

2014-04-08 Thread Rick Brass
, and I hate banjo fittings. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 7, 2014, at 19:10, Jim Watts wrote: > > I use the copper crush washers once. They are cheap like dirt, just use a new > one every time you reassemble it. > > Jim Watts > Paradigm Shift > C&C 35 Mk II

Re: Stus-List rod rigging versus wire replacement experiences please

2014-04-10 Thread Rick Brass
old rod, and I saved at least a grand. I' a happy camper. Rick Brass C&C 38 Imzadi Washington, NC Sent from my iPad > On Apr 9, 2014, at 23:56, CATHY DE PONT wrote: > > Greetings: > For a 1988 C and C Mk2, the cost to replace the original rod rigging is about > $2000

Re: Stus-List 1970 C + C 31ft Corvette

2014-04-10 Thread Rick Brass
. Well built one from everything I saw. But I still like my good old boat, even with the maintenance that implies, and having $150k still in the bank. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 10, 2014, at 2:40, Rich Knowles wrote: > > The Corvette is a classic. If you are comfortable fixi

Re: Stus-List Bottom paint removal

2014-04-15 Thread Rick Brass
asher. And I can lose more seconds in a race by a single mistake than a baby smooth bottom will ever gain for me. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 15, 2014, at 14:46, "Gary Nylander" wrote: > > Somehow, I just don't get it. A friend is having his Morris 36 stripped

Re: Stus-List 3GM30F exhaust specs...

2014-04-15 Thread Rick Brass
ace in the storage shed right now. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 15, 2014, at 22:14, "Jake Brodersen" wrote: > > Sean, > > I replaced my old SS muffler with a Vernalift too. It has 2” inlets and > outlets. I used a reducer at the transom to connect to th

Re: Stus-List How NOT to use propwalk

2014-04-18 Thread Rick Brass
Actually, the way the guy is mishandling the boat, I'm guessing his last boat WAS a SeaRay! Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 18, 2014, at 10:04, "Dennis C." wrote: > > Do you REALLY think a plastic surgeon would own a trashed out Islander 30? :) > > I&#

Re: Stus-List Selling your boat on the list

2014-04-26 Thread Rick Brass
John, Email me off list with some boat details, thee price, and you contact information. I have a friend who is looking for a boat and I will forward the information to her. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 26, 2014, at 19:07, johnr...@aol.com wrote: > I will post some basic deta

Re: Stus-List newly documented vessel

2014-04-29 Thread Rick Brass
You'll need to ask the state. Each one seems to do it differently. In North Carolina you need to get a state registration number, but do not need to actually show the numbers - just the state sticker near the starboard bow. I can't recall the state, but at least one requires you show the state n

Re: Stus-List newly documented vessel

2014-04-29 Thread Rick Brass
rs. Only boats titled in Florida > are eligible for that. But it is a bear to move from documented to state > titled. > > Boats qualify, if I remember correctly, when they are more than 30 years old > and have the original engine. > > > Jack Brennan > Former C&

Stus-List Boats for sale in the Chesapeake

2014-04-29 Thread Rick Brass
ired size range with a reasonable asking price that you would care to recommend? Please send me information off list. Rick Brass Washington, NC Sent from my iPad ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-

Re: Stus-List DSC Connections

2013-01-02 Thread Rick Brass
, or try to download a copy from the ICOM website. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Alan Dechovitz Sent: Tuesday, January 01, 2013 5:48 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List DSC Connections Has anyone wired

Re: Stus-List labeling wires

2013-01-04 Thread Rick Brass
bottom of the access panel to the locker that shows which wire (and which color) attaches where. So I know which wire is which on anything I have installed ot rewired. I just wish that C&C did the same when they manufactured the boat. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-Li

Re: Stus-List Two more boat reviews on the horizon

2013-01-04 Thread Rick Brass
best trrailerable boat I looked at was a Paceship, which I understand was actually a C&C design.) So I'd guess that the 26 would be a "good old boat", but not the 26M or 26X from what I know of them. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Two more boat reviews on the horizon

2013-01-04 Thread Rick Brass
wnwind, and a darned sight more comfortable in moderate to strong winds. But then, I can't beach it to have a picnic or run away at 25 knots if the weather changes. To each his own, I guess. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf

Re: Stus-List McGregor 26M vs Hunter 27 Edge

2013-01-08 Thread Rick Brass
. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Brent Driedger Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2013 4:20 AM To: Dennis C.; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List McGregor 26M vs Hunter 27 Edge Interesting read. I think the author

Re: Stus-List Prop Mussel Farm

2013-01-08 Thread Rick Brass
Shouldn't that be spelled "muscles", Hannibaler... Danny? -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of djhaug...@juno.com Sent: Monday, January 07, 2013 4:41 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Prop Mussel Farm P.S. I like musse

Re: Stus-List Prop Mussel Farm

2013-01-08 Thread Rick Brass
seem to swear by it. It's only been on my prop for 6 months or so, but so far I'm very happy with the results. Of course, your results may vary. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Robert Abbott Se

Re: Stus-List Prop Mussel Farm

2013-01-08 Thread Rick Brass
blades which > I would suggest might last longer if the boat were driven at lower rpm > rather than full out > > Dwight Veinot > C&C 35 MKII, Alianna > Head of St. Margaret's Bay, NS > > -Original Message- > From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun..

Re: Stus-List Stus-Trip Planning

2013-01-10 Thread Rick Brass
overweight, overage sailors who have a 40 pound dog for crew? Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk1 HIN 047 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2013 2:17 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Stus

Re: Stus-List Barrier Coating after Soda Blasting

2013-01-11 Thread Rick Brass
will serve as a signal coat when the red Ultra SR that I use for bottom paint wears away. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Tim Goodyear Sent: Friday, January 11, 2013 11:47 AM To: Dennis C.; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus

Re: Stus-List HAM radio on board

2013-01-12 Thread Rick Brass
sed on a spare jib halyard and secured at the base of the mast. He didn't say what the "digital" part of the description meant, but I guess it could involve some sort of automatic tuner. It looked like a really nice setup, and the cruiser seemed very happy with it. Rick Brass Washington,

Re: Stus-List how did you all make out at the boat show?

2013-01-21 Thread Rick Brass
use those charts are over 10 years old and have been discontinued as well. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jack Brennan Sent: Monday, January 21, 2013 10:05 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List how did you all

Stus-List Do I really need OPV Valve on LPG tanks

2013-01-23 Thread Rick Brass
issue, or can you point me to where the requirements are published? Rick Brass Washington, NC ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Mounting chartplotter near magnetic compass

2013-01-24 Thread Rick Brass
I've had a Garmin 168 sounder mounted about 4" forward of the binnacle mounted Richie Globemaster on my 38 since 2004. When I swung the compass in 2010, I took about 10 degrees of deviation out of the compass, but I doubt that the plotter/sounder had anything to do with it since the deviation was p

Stus-List Do I need OPD valves on the LPG tanks for the boat?

2013-01-24 Thread Rick Brass
power and marine use so no change in the valves is required. Does anyone have definitive experience with the valve issue, or can you point me to where the requirements are published? Rick Brass Washington, NC ___ This List

Re: Stus-List Do I need OPD valves on the LPG tanks for the boat?

2013-01-25 Thread Rick Brass
Yup. Earthlink had some sort of outage in email service on Monday, and I missed everything between Monday afternoon and Thursday evening. I think I will see if I can pull up the digest version of the list from the photoalbum website and see what was said. Rick Brass Washington, NC

Re: Stus-List Looking for a used prop.

2013-01-25 Thread Rick Brass
would work for you. Contact me off list if you are interested. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Robert Gallagher Sent: Friday, January 25, 2013 10:10 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Looking for a us

Re: Stus-List Replacing Spreaders and Standing Rigging

2013-01-26 Thread Rick Brass
s that were put on in 2003. My rigger thought the leather boots will allow better flushing by rain water and better airflow to prevent corrosion of the aluminum ends of the spreaders. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: David Folsom < <mailto:dfolsom.

Re: Stus-List Mounting chartplotter and Compass Deviation - Now sextants

2013-01-26 Thread Rick Brass
for my sextant and the nautical almanacs over he years. But I'll stick with my sextant. I suppose it's a matter of pride that I try to practice proper seamanship, I can actually tie a cleat hitch, and I know how to pilot and navigate my boat by traditional methods. Rick Brass Washingt

Re: Stus-List Replacing Spreaders and Standing Rigging

2013-01-26 Thread Rick Brass
spreader boots are probably about the same cost as the Dacron pads sold by Taylor Made that I had used previously. Just don’t buy the high priced Edson kits. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. Sent: Saturday, January

Re: Stus-List Sextant

2013-01-27 Thread Rick Brass
Actually you get exact time from your GPS 8 times each day. One of the consequences of Relativity is that the faster you go, the slower time progresses for your frame of reference. (Hence "relativity". The GPS satellites are 27000 miles up in geosyncronus orbit, and trasveling about 18000MPH fast

Re: Stus-List Sextant

2013-01-28 Thread Rick Brass
Many navigational stars may not be visible at certain times of the year - eg Orion is only visible in the winter when the sun is not between us and Orion. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot Sent: Monday, Janua

Re: Stus-List Sextant

2013-01-28 Thread Rick Brass
the front of my nautical almanac. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. Sent: Monday, January 28, 2013 9:56 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Sextant .and also remember, a chronometer doesn&#

Re: Stus-List Sextant

2013-01-28 Thread Rick Brass
North Carolina is a real hub of military activity. Navy and Air Force in Norfolk, USCG in Elizabeth City, Cherry Point, Camp Lejune, Ft Bragg, an amphib base in New River, the air force in Goldsboro, and there's probably more. A couple of times per year we get announcement on NOAA and in the Notice

Re: Stus-List Sextant

2013-01-28 Thread Rick Brass
ances, see a book called "Do Dolphins Ever Sleep?". The book has a wealth of interesting information about a wide range of nautical topics. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ronald B. Frerker Sent: Monday, January 28, 2013 11:35 AM T

Re: Stus-List PHRF rating change

2013-01-28 Thread Rick Brass
you get no relief for the A sail. Chessie PHRF may do it differently. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of TOM VINCENT Sent: Monday, January 28, 2013 8:22 PM To: C&C Forum Subject: Stus-List PHRF rating change I

Re: Stus-List New Topic: Hot Drinks for boating

2013-01-28 Thread Rick Brass
Cup of hot cocoa 1 shot vanilla Stoli 1 – 1 ½ shot of Butterscotch schnapps (to taste) Makes a nice chocolate carmel warm me up on a cold boat trip Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. Sent: Monday, January 28, 2013 8:29 PM To: cnc

Re: Stus-List Sextant

2013-01-29 Thread Rick Brass
ard a landfall 5nm off the lighthouse on the SW point of the island. That they could see and track a 39 ft sailboat, even a steel one, speaks to a kick butt radar. And the VHF must be really powerful and really high to have a conversation over that distance. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc

Re: Stus-List Winter Projects

2013-02-04 Thread Rick Brass
he wood instead (another good winter project). Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent: Monday, February 04, 2013 4:30 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Winter Projects Fred, Where does

Re: Stus-List STORAGE CONTRACTS

2013-02-04 Thread Rick Brass
urther south as well. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Edd Schillay Sent: Monday, February 04, 2013 3:36 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List STORAGE CONTRACTS I think it would depend on the f

Re: Stus-List Electrical panel

2013-02-08 Thread Rick Brass
black tags are easier to read than the old white on “teak” labeling. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Burton Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2013 10:48 AM To: CnC-List@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Electrical panel Over the years my panel

Re: Stus-List Main Reefing System

2013-02-08 Thread Rick Brass
inserted. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent: Friday, February 08, 2013 6:16 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Main Reefing System Try South Shore Joel Aronson On Feb 8, 2013, at 6:13 PM, "d

Re: Stus-List Old style aluminum frame portlight gasket

2013-02-08 Thread Rick Brass
bought was about $.50 per foot for a 30 foot piece. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David Paine Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2013 10:07 PM To: Dennis C.; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Old style aluminum

Re: Stus-List Old style aluminum frame portlight gasket

2013-02-08 Thread Rick Brass
my 2 boats. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill Connon Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2013 5:18 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Old style aluminum frame portlight gasket David Paine wrote

Re: Stus-List Old style aluminum frame gasket and musings on glued in portlights

2013-02-09 Thread Rick Brass
r application. Would anyone like to comment on the merits of Sikaflex vs. Plexus for gluing in portlights, and perhaps the reason for the changing recommendation? Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot Sent: Saturday, February 09,

Re: Stus-List Old style aluminum frame portlight gasket

2013-02-09 Thread Rick Brass
Opening ports are on the wish list for my 38, but I plan to replace the two forward portlights. I've not found any that are 27 x 7 to fit the openings. What are you using, and how much will the ports cost? Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.co

Re: Stus-List Topping Lift 33-1

2013-02-09 Thread Rick Brass
up the mast, you won’t have to deal with the annoyances of the topping lift, and your boat will sail better. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bob Moriarty Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2013 8:52 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Handicap review - Now A-sail

2013-02-10 Thread Rick Brass
eper. But speed decreases, the VMG is still no better than with a symmetrical spin, and with pole, guys, topping lift, etc it is almost as hard to fly the A-sail as a symmetrical. When I go to the first charity regatta in May I plan to take both the A-sail and a symmetric and let the wind determine wh

Re: Stus-List Handicap review

2013-02-10 Thread Rick Brass
Joel; Take a look at the Chute Scoop made by VF Shaw in Bowie, MD. Cost is from $7.40 to about $8.10 per foot depending on diameter and length. I've used one on my 25 for over a decade now. I like it as well as the ATN sock on my 38. Your local sail maker may make socks, too. From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Valentines day gift ideas?

2013-02-10 Thread Rick Brass
I agree with Edd. Try something nautical and feminine. Try the following websites: http://www.chartmetalworks.com/home Perhaps show the location of a romantic weekend cruise https://www.store-b4041.mybigcommerce.com/Lots of compressed carbon and shiny metal at David Vi

Re: Stus-List limber holes pt 2

2013-02-10 Thread Rick Brass
routed a couple of wires and hoses over the stringers in order to get them into the bilge to run fore and aft. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chuck S Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2013 7:26 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List limber holes - now Floors, Frames, and Stringers

2013-02-11 Thread Rick Brass
upport the cabin sole. If you are clear about what you are describing ( for example " the cross members under the mast step") it probably doesn't matter what you call them. But using the proper description can help us all stay on the same page. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [ma

Re: Stus-List limber holes - now Floors, Frames, and Stringers

2013-02-11 Thread Rick Brass
at water has to get above the level of the cabin sole before it comes in contact with any teak. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Frederick G Street Sent: Monday, February 11, 2013 12:14 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Handicap Review

2013-02-13 Thread Rick Brass
use in Joe Della Barbra's race in July. But as I look at all the requirements on the form, I may pass and just go with my NCPHRF plus 6 seconds. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of TOM VINCENT Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Re: Stus-List Handicap Review

2013-02-14 Thread Rick Brass
As I said in the post, I was quoting the Chesapeake Bay PHRF rules for a boat with a bowsprit, rather than a pole. It goes without saying that your local PHRF rules may be different. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ronald B. Frerker Sent

Re: Stus-List SS wire or line for lifelines

2013-02-15 Thread Rick Brass
nthetic lifelines when he changed the standing rigging on Advent II to PBO, but went with stainless (uncoated IIRC) because of the limited life of synthetic and the need to renew the splices every year or so to maintain the tension of the lifelines. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-L

Re: Stus-List Used boat prices

2013-02-18 Thread Rick Brass
what the potential buyer is willing to spend - which is, unfortunately, probably less than you have invested in it both financially and emotionally. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list

Re: Stus-List Fw: henry evans

2013-02-22 Thread Rick Brass
just that so many folks use it. McAfee does a really good job of sorting out the junk and isolating it. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of henry evans Sent: Friday, February 22, 2013 8:27 AM To: bli...@genhouse.com; bcra...@cog

Re: Stus-List 35/3 babystay

2013-02-26 Thread Rick Brass
. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Burton Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2013 2:03 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List 35/3 babystay I've

Re: Stus-List Aluminum toerails - cosmetic improvement

2013-02-27 Thread Rick Brass
rails shiny for at least a couple of months. I've lately decided that I'd like to improve the cosmetics of the toe rails on Imzadi. Can someone refresh my memory on the name of the product recommended, and perhaps point me to a source? Rick Brass Wash

Re: Stus-List Water Pump delayed start

2013-02-27 Thread Rick Brass
behavior you cite is also typical if you have a larger accumulator. The water has to flow a few seconds or so before the pressure drops enough to turn on the pump motor. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. Sent

Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-27 Thread Rick Brass
age that indicated 10% or 15% of the normal rating was added for a boat racing non-spin. But I think there were other methods, too. So the question for the wisdom of the list is this: What is a fair way to adjust the normal PHRF rating (which presumes a spinnaker) for a boat that is racing

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Rick Brass
We do that, too, Dwight. We call it the "Lottery Race" and have offered it on the second day of racing. One start for all boats participating. Each boat draws a scratch off lottery ticket out of a hat at the cookout after the race, with the order of drawing the ticket being the reverse order o

Re: Stus-List PHRF ratings - Spin vs non-spin

2013-02-28 Thread Rick Brass
I'm asking for is suggestions for a rating adjustment that lets disparate boats compete fairly in a small fleet. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Josh Muckley Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2013 6:14 AM To: cnc-lis

Re: Stus-List PROP SIZE

2013-03-01 Thread Rick Brass
echarge the battery. All in all it was a nice installation that gave almost infinite range and should need very little maintenance except for the battery. But, boy, I expect it was expensive compared to a 50 ho diesel installation. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC

Re: Stus-List Hatch for sale - now big winches

2013-03-01 Thread Rick Brass
list if you are interested or want more information. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent: Friday, March 01, 2013 12:55 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Hatch for sale http

Re: Stus-List Hatch for sale - now big winches

2013-03-02 Thread Rick Brass
built self-tailing winches. How is the 3rd speed activated on your 32-3s? The jaws and line stripper in the kit cover the entire top of the winch drum. Will this interfere with the 3rd speed? Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behal

Re: Stus-List Storm headsail dimensions

2013-03-02 Thread Rick Brass
just roll it away if you need to strike the headsail altogether? Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Brent Driedger Sent: Saturday, March 02, 2013 11:49 AM To: Apple Computer Canada Subject: Stus-List Storm hea

Re: Stus-List A convincing case in favor of boarding ladders

2013-03-09 Thread Rick Brass
Try this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxu-jS9TSc <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxu-jS9TSc&feature=fvwp&NR=1> &feature=fvwp&NR=1 Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Sylvain Laplante Se

Re: Stus-List Roberts screwdrivers

2013-03-11 Thread Rick Brass
Lowes sells them. I have a #1 and #2 that seem to cover all the screws used on Imzadi. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of John and Maryann Read Sent: Monday, March 11, 2013 8:31 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Filling holes in deck/mounting new clutches

2013-03-13 Thread Rick Brass
f the block. Let cure for 24 hours. When cured, take a razor blade and cut down along the edge of the block. Lift the tape and all the "OOZE" will come up on the tape. Now torque the capscrews to compress the seal, and you should never have a leak. Rick Brass Washington, NC

Re: Stus-List Filling holes in deck/mounting new clutches

2013-03-13 Thread Rick Brass
mostly in tact – you might heed to remove a bit of bals when you are undercutting the balsa core around the hole. Then put a small square of tape over the hole in the bottom layer of glass before you pour in the epoxy. No drips on the enside, and a solid base for the epoxy to cure on. Rick Brass

Re: Stus-List mainsheet blocks for 29'

2013-03-13 Thread Rick Brass
to control the twist of the leach and height of the boom, set the main sheet to control the angle off center of the boom, and do most of the trimming with the traveler. I have a 6:1 arrangement on the Garhauer ball bearing traveler car - and that works out pretty well. Rick Brass Washington

Stus-List Bob Perry review of the C&C 101 in Sailing

2013-03-15 Thread Rick Brass
Following is a link to Bob Perry’s review of the C&C 101. He has some ince things to say about our brand – especially the older 39 – and seems to like the new boat, http://www.sailingmagazine.net/boats/3-perry-on-design/1348-cac-101.html Rick Brass Washington

Re: Stus-List Keyless Ignition Switch and Teflon Grease

2013-03-16 Thread Rick Brass
lasted me through two servicings of my pedestal since the rebuild. A little goes a long way. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Tom Buscaglia Sent: Saturday, March 16, 2013 2:51 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Keyless Ignition Switch and Teflon Grease

2013-03-16 Thread Rick Brass
Bicycle chain lube would work great for the gear and chain in a pedestal. It is designed to get into the pins and lubricate the chain, and you are right that it is resistant to moisture (don’t know about salt water though) and doesn’t pick up dirt. But the Teflon grease is for the gear cages on

Re: Stus-List Sam Salter shared "Liquorice" - Now cam cleat for roller furling

2013-03-17 Thread Rick Brass
cockpit combing. The excess line is coiled and stored in a cleat mounted to the back of the wooden bracket on which I keep the dinghy motor. Who is the manufacturer if the block, and where did you get it? Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc

Re: Stus-List 1989 C&C 37+ rudder rebuild

2013-03-17 Thread Rick Brass
r is heavier, but I can’t imagine the grounding that would bend it or the crevice corrosion that could eat through it. Anyway, based on my experience I’d look into a replacement rudder before I launched into a rebuild of an old one. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mai

Re: Stus-List Hypothetical (not really) question

2013-03-19 Thread Rick Brass
elle over the 19 years I've owned her, but I know I have over $8k in sails and running rigging. But in this market I'll be happy to get $5500 for the boat. I'm just hoping to find a buyer who will love her and look after her as I have. Like I said, the market for older, used boat

Stus-List Etiquette question - Bahamas Courtesy Flag

2013-03-19 Thread Rick Brass
national ensign as a courtesy flag. Are the Bahamas a special case? And am I correct if I fly the national flag instead of the "courtesy flag", or is the commercial ensign the proper one to fly? Rick Brass Washington, NC ___ This List

Re: Stus-List How's THIS for blingy??

2013-03-20 Thread Rick Brass
Does anyone have an idea what one of these puppies costs? I looked in an Edson price list and found that a plain old carbon fiber Pro Series 40" wheel lists for over $5 grand. Something tells me you could buy at least one 79 Landfall 38 for the price of one of these wheels. Rick

Re: Stus-List C&C 2013 Rendezvous

2013-03-24 Thread Rick Brass
t bring a boat to sail, and a nice informal venue for a get together after the race. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of chef2s...@aol.com Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 8:49 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List C&

Re: Stus-List General Approach to Paying Bottom Dollar on New Boat Stuff

2013-03-25 Thread Rick Brass
seller is the best. But I’ve always found EBay to be a good source for boat stuff at bargain prices. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bob Moriarty Sent: Monday, March 25, 2013 7:02 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus

Re: Stus-List more LF38's [was Rainproof case for iPad]

2013-03-26 Thread Rick Brass
f Pusser's). Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 11:57 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List more LF38's [was Rainproof case for iPad] Fred, Come to Annapolis S

Re: Stus-List C&C 2013 Rendezvous

2013-03-26 Thread Rick Brass
Sorry, David. Didn't mean to cause confusion. I am planning my schedule so I can be at both events, so I'm aware there are two. But I was replying to a message and didn't think to change the subject line. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.co

Re: Stus-List C&C 2013 Rendezvous Chesapeake

2013-03-26 Thread Rick Brass
d shaft for the application would be a PITA. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe Sent: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 3:02 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C 2013 Rendezvous Chesapeake Als

Re: Stus-List Sailing where it's warm (Was more LF38's)

2013-03-26 Thread Rick Brass
ut. I was interested enough that I researched a couple of examples of a partner agreements, and someone else suggested a good place to base the boat. I wonder if it is still for sale? I could get next to having access to a boat in Baja for a month or so each winter. Rick Brass From:

Re: Stus-List Fw: Poly Glo removal

2013-03-29 Thread Rick Brass
, which is something like $40 a quart. The cleaning agent in "Purple Power" is ammonium hydroxide. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Persuasion Sent: Friday, March 29, 2013 12:43 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: St

Re: Stus-List Keeping props clean

2013-04-03 Thread Rick Brass
ould ask a mechanic in your area who works on the fishing boats and I'm pretty sure he will know what works best in your local conditions. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2013 2:36

Stus-List Advise on a dinghy repair

2013-04-05 Thread Rick Brass
, and will not bond to the ABS skin. Has anyone had experience that can tell me whether this might or will not work? Or can anyone suggest an alternate way of attaching the thwart to the skin? Rick Brass Washington, NC ___ This List is

Stus-List Does anyone know the HIN break between the 38 mk1 and 38 mk2?

2013-04-07 Thread Rick Brass
nt information. Does anyone know the break point (HIN and/or build date) between a 38 mk1 and 38 mk2? If you have a 38 or LF38, what is your HIN and build date? And what do you think the beam of your boat to be? Rick Brass Washington, NC PS. Some of you who are Great Lakes racer

Re: Stus-List C&C 30 - cont - how to make an offer

2013-04-07 Thread Rick Brass
- one of two things can happen. They might counter and you can always negotiate up. Or they take it, you cover the cost of the survey and haul ( and maybe a part of your get ready expenses) as part of your perceived value of $14. As always, YMMV. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Messag

Re: Stus-List Does anyone know the HIN break between the 38 mk1 and 38 mk2?

2013-04-07 Thread Rick Brass
Wal, I can sympathize. I've had similar experiences. Holiday weekend. Late arrival. Last available slip. Nearest alternative probably 40 NM away on the other side of the sound. I was busy concentrating on backing the IOR stern into the slip when this scraping squeak notified me that the boat woul

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