Re: Stus-List C&C 33 1985 Refrigeration Help

2013-04-09 Thread Rick Brass
0 degrees below outside air temp. And BTW, one of the prime reasons for getting the Norcold system - in addition to a recommendation from a cruiser I knew - was that the cost of the kit was under $500 at the time I bought it. Hope this helps. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- On

Re: Stus-List Leather Wheel cover treatment?

2013-04-09 Thread Rick Brass
degradation of the elk hide cover after all this time. It’s pretty tough stuff. Now if you have a cover made from thinner material o something that is tanned for a hard surface or a color, YMMV. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On

Re: Stus-List Spiders - was Leather Wheel cover

2013-04-09 Thread Rick Brass
area of the boat where the spiders build webs. A couple of applications and no spiders for 2 or 3 months. Repeat as required. Hope this helps with your problem. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Stevan Plavsa Sent: Tuesd

Re: Stus-List Sail numbering

2013-04-10 Thread Rick Brass
27;s 84033 came from CYC. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Paul Taylor Sent: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 11:06 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Sail numbering I have a 1977 29 mk1, are the sail

Re: Stus-List C&C Sail numbering

2013-04-10 Thread Rick Brass
There is another boat with the same number as Koobalibra - somewhere out in the Pacific Northwest. 59115 is part of the number sequence issued by the Pacific International Yachting Assn out of Olympia, Washington as part of the US Sailing/ CYA system. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc

Re: Stus-List Sail numbering

2013-04-10 Thread Rick Brass
rious minds want to know. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot Sent: Wednesday, April 10, 2013 5:27 PM To: 'Dennis C.'; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Sail numbering The number that came with the sails, all 12

Re: Stus-List Race video

2013-04-11 Thread Rick Brass
suppose you can cite the tactician for ignoring rule 7, but that is probably also a factor). But Camelot violated ColRegs rule 2. So there is shared liability and the insurance companies get to duke it out. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chuck S

Re: Stus-List Race Video

2013-04-12 Thread Rick Brass
when and how it comes into play. I also think it used to be in Section C, where the rules do not apply until after the start. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Martin DeYoung Sent: Friday, April 12, 2013 4:26 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject

Re: Stus-List Race Video

2013-04-12 Thread Rick Brass
boats starting more than 1 miute after their start signal to keep clear of boats in the next start sequence. I think there used to be a recommended paragraph in the model sailing instructions that are part of th US Sailing rules. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Race Video

2013-04-12 Thread Rick Brass
the other woman slams her land yacht into their import, she says "Yes. But I'm older and have better insurance." Never done it, but it would be satisfying. Rick Brass -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Wally Bryant Sent: Fr

Re: Stus-List Race Video

2013-04-12 Thread Rick Brass
own. The other comments describing the main overcoming the steering (and this has probably happened at one time or another to all of us) have all described crossing/ducking situations, when the main caused the boat to turn up when it was undesirable. Rick Brass From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Racing prizes

2013-04-12 Thread Rick Brass
the decals/stickers again. I think they are a great reminder of good times. Regarding the pictures and decals, it is almost amazing what you can do these days with a digital camera, an ink jet or laser printer, and some special stock from Staples. These type of awards are inexpensive, personaliz

Re: Stus-List New owner wants a nice healthy bottom

2013-04-17 Thread Rick Brass
. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ron Kaye Sent: Wednesday, April 17, 2013 12:22 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List New owner wants

Re: Stus-List Stowing stuff on your boat

2013-04-17 Thread Rick Brass
c of your boat so you can label each of the storage locations, then you build a database of spares that is searchable by what you need or by location. I've not bought the software or used it yet, but based on the recommendation I'll probably do that over the next month or so

Re: Stus-List sailboatlistings.com Inaccurate Listing for a 33-1

2013-04-23 Thread Rick Brass
uance Date: February 22, 2013 Documentation Expiration Date: February 28, 2014 Nice looking boat, though. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bob Moriarty Sent: Monday, April 22, 2013 8:33 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-lis

Re: Stus-List sailboatlistings.com Inaccurate Listing for a 33-1

2013-04-23 Thread Rick Brass
I was curious about the actual 'Hull Depth" measurement because when I applied for documentation I was told to use the distance from the inside of the cabin top to the cabin sole. The tonnage calculated by USCG is a measure of interior volume available for cargo not weight, after all. Here are

Re: Stus-List C&C 25 mk??

2013-04-28 Thread Rick Brass
nyone ever mentioning a shoal keel model, and I don't see it listed on the option sheet I got with my builders file or on the Photo Album. Can anyone say when the break was between the Mk1 and Mk2, either the month and year or the hull number. My boat is HIN 225 and definitely a Mk1.

Re: Stus-List Batteries

2013-04-28 Thread Rick Brass
to the GNB deep cycle batteries that have lasted for 8 years on my boat(s). Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot Sent: Sunday, April 28, 2013 11:45 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Batterie

Re: Stus-List Fw: third battery -25 marks! ---NOW PHRF Rating Comparison

2013-04-28 Thread Rick Brass
eel is 5" deeper than on the 25-1. But standard boat for standard boat, the numbers say the 25s and 26s should compete fairly closely. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot Sent: Saturday, April 2

Re: Stus-List Security question

2013-04-28 Thread Rick Brass
. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. Sent: Friday, April 26, 2013 11:12 PM To: j...@dellabarba.com; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Security question Joe, Please explain insurance deadline. End of

Stus-List For Dwight - locating a third battery forward

2013-04-28 Thread Rick Brass
cable sized for 3% voltage drop over approximately twice the length of your boat - say 60 feet of #0 or #00 cable. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2013 4:16 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-l

Re: Stus-List Went to see the 25 for myself

2013-04-28 Thread Rick Brass
someone who wants to buy a really top notch 25 mk1, please contact me off list as well. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of san...@vpilot.net Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2013 10:33 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus

Re: Stus-List C&C 25 mk??

2013-04-28 Thread Rick Brass
ppose the work was custom, or that a PO had Mars make a shoal keel for them? Perhaps the builder's file - if it's still available from Southshore - would tell you something about the boats. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Sam

Re: Stus-List fiberglass board scrap

2013-04-29 Thread Rick Brass
years. My first question, when I thought about replacing the fixtures, was the availability of a light that was the same size and shape. Thanks for doing the research for me. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Frederick G

Re: Stus-List Spinlock Clutches

2013-04-30 Thread Rick Brass
hat routed the line through a series of pivoting rings. When the clutch is closed, the rings rotate and bend the line into a series of "waves", which Practical Sailor said had better holding and less line wear. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun

Re: Stus-List fiberglass board scrap

2013-04-30 Thread Rick Brass
Have you used Poly Glo or New Glass on the hull? That will really gum up sandpaper if it is not removed before sanding. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Andy Blanchard Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 8:11 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re

Re: Stus-List Re Spinlock clutches

2013-04-30 Thread Rick Brass
I had used other brands of hardware. But all this stuff was also 2 or 3 thousand dollars less than if I had used other brands. Unless you have high tech lines in the clutches and need what I now know are the Lewmar clutches to handle them, I'd recommend the Garhauer as your best choice.

Re: Stus-List Fw: Spinlock Clutches

2013-05-01 Thread Rick Brass
few weeks ago and move it to Marsh Harbor in the Bahamas. Winter need never be depressing again. Nor would one need to endure it for more than a few weeks at a time. Rick Brass Washington, NC . From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Frederick G Street

Re: Stus-List Spring weather...

2013-05-02 Thread Rick Brass
Yeah. But think of the "quality of life" in Minnesota. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Frederick G Street Sent: Thursday, May 02, 2013 9:51 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Spring weather... It should NOT look

Re: Stus-List Installing teak handrails

2013-05-03 Thread Rick Brass
I consider that a modest price to pay for a semi-permanent, strong, leak free installation. 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-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of djhaug...@juno

Re: Stus-List EverStart Marine Battery 27DC-850N

2013-05-08 Thread Rick Brass
product manager, aftermarket merchandising manager, and as an engineering manager for construction equipment and fork lift trucks, these are high quality and a great value. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Rich Knowles Sent: Wednesday, May 08

Re: Stus-List Spectra/double braid halyards

2013-05-09 Thread Rick Brass
. It seems like Dyneema halyards are a pretty good option. At least as long as there is not something that would require a change to the mast sheaves. Hence my question at the top of this long and rambling message. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun

Re: Stus-List Stereo constant 12V

2013-05-09 Thread Rick Brass
The Sony marine radio I installed last year has an 18ga wire and calls for a 1a or 2a fuse for the wiring to the memory. As someone already pointed out, the current draw is a few milliamps. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Stevan Plavsa Sent: Thursday, May 09,

Re: Stus-List Gybe preventer

2013-05-10 Thread Rick Brass
der.com/website/?p=7 http://www.wichard.com/fiche-A%7CWICHARD%7C7150-02030300-ME.html Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent: Friday, May 10, 2013 8:57 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus

Re: Stus-List Spectra/double braid halyards

2013-05-10 Thread Rick Brass
n of the halyard rubbed on the mast cap. Had to use my handy-dandy dremel tool to remove a bit of aluminum from the mast cap to provide clearance for the 3/8 main and 5/16 genoa halyard between the sheave and the cap. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&

Re: Stus-List Spectra/double braid halyards

2013-05-10 Thread Rick Brass
couple of times since being rerigged. Owner reports you need to re-tension the rig every year or so (not rally different from wire) because while the line doesn’t really stretch, the splices will creep a bit, and you should replace the rigging every 8 years or so. Rick Brass Washington, NC

Re: Stus-List (now anchoring/windlass)

2012-08-29 Thread Rick Brass
windlass. The selection of a windlass with capstan was so I could use the same windlass to manage two anchor rodes when I need to deploy both anchors for rough weather. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of

Re: Stus-List How can I tell where a boat was made?

2012-08-31 Thread Rick Brass
to be NOTL, but CCY belongs to another manufacturer. Maybe they reassign the code numbers after a period of unused. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.c

Re: Stus-List How can I tell where a boat was made?

2012-08-31 Thread Rick Brass
joint arrangement) and seem to be on a par for construction. On a 20-30 year old boat the quality of the design and quality of maintenance by previous owners is probably a lot more important than the workmanship of the factory. Get a good survey. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1

Re: Stus-List How can I tell where a boat was made?

2012-09-02 Thread Rick Brass
ed) is a ZCC. Mark - Original Message - From: Rick Brass To: 'Gary Johnson' , cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sent: Fri, 31 Aug 2012 17:19:58 - (UTC) Subject: Re: Stus-List How can I tell where a boat was made? I have two boats – a 25 with HIN beginning in CCY and a 38 with HIN beginnin

Stus-List Source for parts for a Galley Maid alcohol stove

2012-09-16 Thread Rick Brass
ut of production stove that is 34 years old, I don't have much hope of success. Has anyone on the list had to obtain parts for one of these old stoves, and can you steer me toward a source for parts? Rick Brass Washington, NC ___ This List i

Stus-List Coquina in Chesapeake Bay Magazine

2012-09-19 Thread Rick Brass
ck up some copies. 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 Antifouling removal - chemical strippers

2012-09-29 Thread Rick Brass
over enthusiastic, used a 3600psi washer, and actually blew some of the gelcoat off of his Columbia 36. But you really have to be aggressive to damage the gelcoat. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC -Original Message- A pressure wa

Re: Stus-List Barrier Coats- answer to blister question

2012-10-05 Thread Rick Brass
). You can use cheap hard paint (though I used Trinidad PRO). Sand with 60 grit after the paint cures and your coats of bottom paint will stick better. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:

Re: Stus-List NMEA 0183 Ver.1.5 to 3.0

2012-10-05 Thread Rick Brass
quot; statement that you aren't supposed to rely on the electronics as your only means of navigation) they only use the 2 wire + voltage connections between instruments. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On B

Re: Stus-List Converting Pin-stop Genoa Cars to adjustable

2012-10-05 Thread Rick Brass
experience with. They are not as pretty as the Harkens, and perhaps they weigh a few ounces more, but the Garhauer system is bulletproof and moves effortlessly under load – which is what really matters to me. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&C 25 mk1 Washin

Re: Stus-List Practice spinnaker available - cheap

2012-10-05 Thread Rick Brass
Base on the SL being .95 times the headstay length, for a length should be around 44.0', and the max girth at 180% of J would be 26.10' for a 35 mk1. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Della Barba, Joe Se

Re: Stus-List Converting Pin-stop Genoa Cars to adjustable

2012-10-05 Thread Rick Brass
sheet loading calculations. Call Guido at Garhauer and he can tell you what to buy and how much it will cost. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Indigo Sent: Friday, October 05, 2012 8:42 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject

Re: Stus-List Best price on a 1989 CNC 37+

2012-10-05 Thread Rick Brass
seller to split the cost with you. Your lender will probably ask for an in water survey, and your insurer may do so as well. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David RobertsSent: Friday, October 05, 2012 10:52

Re: Stus-List Converting Pin-stop Genoa Cars to adjustable

2012-10-06 Thread Rick Brass
the backstay tensioner on the 25, turning blocks, snatch blocks, even the rope falls on the dinghy davits on the 38) has been upgraded to Garhauer over the years. I guess you’d call me a happy customer. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Best price on a 1989 CNC 37+

2012-10-07 Thread Rick Brass
alue because of technology and faster data collection and reporting methods. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ken Heaton Sent: Sunday, October 07, 2012 7:54 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Best price o

Re: Stus-List Great Lakes Water Levels

2012-10-09 Thread Rick Brass
I still have a memory of visiting a high school buddy who went to Michigan Tech, and going tobogganing down a snow drift out of a second story window in the dorm. Crap that’s a lot of snow. Rick Brass BSME GMI 1974 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jake

Re: Stus-List C&C 115 new keel joint video

2012-10-16 Thread Rick Brass
the front of the keel. I re-faired the small crack with West System, and as long as I keep the bolts tight and don’t hit anything too hard I don’t expect any problems. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [

Stus-List Deck Cleaning Help

2012-10-19 Thread Rick Brass
to clean the deck without screwing up the shiny topsides? 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 Miscellaneous -impeller

2012-10-19 Thread Rick Brass
incident when I replace the impeller in a year or two. Rick Brass Washington, NC : CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Steve Thomas Sent: Friday, October 19, 2012 11:14 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Miscellaneous -impeller I helped a

Re: Stus-List Rudder Re-build/replacement

2012-10-19 Thread Rick Brass
and quicker delivery. So far I'm quite happy with the new rudder. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Alex Giannelia Sent: Friday, October 19, 2012 1:56 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Ru

Re: Stus-List Miscellaneous -impeller

2012-10-22 Thread Rick Brass
I hate it when the calamari gets overcooked and tastes like deep fried rubber bands. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Rich Knowles Sent: Friday, October 19, 2012 5:12 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject

Re: Stus-List New sail purchase - 2 or 3 sail program?

2012-10-22 Thread Rick Brass
On my 38 mk1, it’s just over 2 ft 4 in on the LP – call it 2 ½ ft on the foot of the sail. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent: Sunday, October 21, 2012 8:18 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus

Re: Stus-List Rudder Re-build/replacement

2012-10-22 Thread Rick Brass
a similar vintage 38 LF. It was 2 1/4 OD solid stainless bar stock with the treads and tiller attachment machined in the top. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Alex Giannelia Sent: Monday, October 22, 2012

Re: Stus-List Muffler

2012-10-23 Thread Rick Brass
has both 1 ½” and 2’ in and out ports. Anyone needs one, contact me off the list. I’ve got to put these on E Bay one of these days. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill Coleman Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2012 2:46 PM

Re: Stus-List C&C 34 Bimini?

2012-10-27 Thread Rick Brass
he backstay, or pay someone locally to put a slit in the canvas so the backstay will go between the aft and 2nd bow. I was going to use this type of bimini installation (before I put the radar arch on Imzadi) and a local shop told me the slot with a Velcro closure would be about $100.

Re: Stus-List HMS Bounty Abandoned - 2 Crew Missing at Sea.

2012-10-29 Thread Rick Brass
Chesapeake Bay to make a protected passage south around the path of the storm, we may never know. It seems a tragedy to lose such an iconic tall ship, and probably the lives of thos folks still in the water. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cn

Re: Stus-List Bounty sinking today

2012-10-29 Thread Rick Brass
Theree isn't much EAST in her course. Montauk is 41N 71.5W. She sank at about 31N 71W. It looks like she was reaching/running across the front of the storm and against the current of the Gulf Stream in the last day or so. -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-lis

Re: Stus-List Bounty sinking today

2012-10-29 Thread Rick Brass
d out more about what happened. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Tom B Sent: Monday, October 29, 2012 9:47 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Bounty sinking today >From what I understand al

Re: Stus-List Bounty sinking today

2012-10-30 Thread Rick Brass
I note from the Wikipedia entry that the vessel has been for sale since 2010. Asking price of $4.6million. I wonder how much she was insured for? From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Colin Kilgour Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 1:24 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.co

Re: Stus-List HMS Bounty Abandoned - 2 Crew Missing at Sea.

2012-11-01 Thread Rick Brass
hat was on his mind as he headed south, or where his priorities lay. But I am looking forward to the crew's statements during the USCG inquiry that will happen. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Belle Aurore -1975 C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cn

Re: Stus-List Hatch gasket

2012-11-02 Thread Rick Brass
ntact me as well. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 2:33 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Hatch gasket Sandy confirmed that I need to replace th

Re: Stus-List 39 Mk1 again -> to Mazatlan

2012-11-02 Thread Rick Brass
utine maintenance done. When I lived near Allentown, PA a number of us in the local sailing club took shares in a 35' boat out of Rock Hall, MD. Perhaps I can still find the bylaws that spelled out how to pay for maintenance and how to divide up the cruising time equitably. Rick Brass Wash

Re: Stus-List 39 Mk1 again -> to Mazatlan

2012-11-02 Thread Rick Brass
ge of a week's charter in the BVI - which should also be do-able. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jim Watts Sent: Friday, November 02, 2012 9:59 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List 39 Mk1 again ->

Re: Stus-List Need Legal advice please

2012-11-03 Thread Rick Brass
collect from the clamboat owners’ insurance companies. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Indigo Sent: Saturday, November 03, 2012 9:07 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Need Legal advice please Sound

Re: Stus-List deck hatch leak

2012-11-10 Thread Rick Brass
ver the frame off the deck. My point is that the sealant could be butyl. And, of course, the second point is that when you reinstall the frame DO NOT use 5200. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of colt...@verizon.

Re: Stus-List deck hatch leak

2012-11-10 Thread Rick Brass
The process of cleaning the hatch took at least 6 hours – silicone seems to be pretty tenacious stuff. The refurbished hatch has been in place for about 10 months now, and no leaks yet (knock wood). Hope this helps with your project. Rick Brass Imzadi -1976 C&C 38 mk1 la Bell

Re: Stus-List Heaving-to

2012-11-10 Thread Rick Brass
the boat makes headway and leeway at around ½ knot. Practice in wind under 10 knots, it is pretty easy to do. 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 Mar

Re: Stus-List Heaving-to

2012-11-10 Thread Rick Brass
sheets than damage to the carbon fibers. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ken Heaton Sent: Saturday, November 10, 2012 1:56 PM To: cnc-list Subject: Re: Stus-List Heaving-to Hi Mark, I'm no expert but it would se

Re: Stus-List 39 Mk1 again -> to Mazatlan

2012-11-10 Thread Rick Brass
back for you. So you can chose whether you want us to find your body." Trust me, NOBODY took a chance on falling overboard. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Frederick G Street Sent: Saturday, November 10, 2012 1

Re: Stus-List Rudder Re-build/replacement now transom hung

2012-11-11 Thread Rick Brass
pintles and gudgeons to compensate for years of wear and herd use.. There is definitely no flex in the rudder itself. 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 Ri

Re: Stus-List Rudder Re-build/replacement now transom hung

2012-11-11 Thread Rick Brass
I don’t think there is room for a foredeck cow on a 25 – more like a calf. Maybe the neutral buoyancy of the hollow rudder helps with the trim. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of spinsur2 Sent: Sunday, November 11, 2012 7:35 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Sub

Re: Stus-List Keel mods vs Phrf Rating

2012-11-11 Thread Rick Brass
it should. It's called a Performance Handicap after all. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of TARAS IWANYCKI Sent: Sunday, November 11, 2012 7:58 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Keel mods vs Phrf Rating

Re: Stus-List Keel mods vs Phrf Rating

2012-11-12 Thread Rick Brass
for a spinnaker, and a radar arch and dinghy davits on the stern. I'm pretty sure all that would justify a 126 rating. I wonder how Delaney got to 129? Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot Sent: Monday

Re: Stus-List Rudder Re-build/replacement now transom hung

2012-11-12 Thread Rick Brass
time – EVERY TIME! – I go forward for the first time I whack my head on that verdammte cross beam under the mast step and say to myself “CRAP, I need to duck.”. Either I’m a slow learner or the repeated impacts are causing selective memory loss. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-

Re: Stus-List Keel mods vs Phrf Rating

2012-11-12 Thread Rick Brass
12 seconds?! I should have applied for a new PHRF certificate a LONG time ago. I thought it was only +3, and I can screw up 3 seconds a mile in a heartbeat - particularly now that I only do charity races and use a pickup crew. Now where did I put my PHRF rating folder... Rick Brass

Re: Stus-List Keel mods vs Phrf Rating

2012-11-12 Thread Rick Brass
s I'll need to crew up before the event and get in some practice. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ron Casciato Sent: Monday, November 12, 2012 12:18 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Keel mods vs Phrf Rat

Re: Stus-List Keel mods vs Phrf Rating

2012-11-12 Thread Rick Brass
ers but inexperienced with my boat. Then again, it might be a lot of fun to go to Oriental more often and race head to head with James' 38, Delancey. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot Sent: Monday,

Re: Stus-List Keel stub cracks

2012-12-03 Thread Rick Brass
the keel joint. Maybe it’s time to torque the bolts again. 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 Tim Goodyear Sent: Sunday, December 02, 2012 2:54 PM To: cnc-list@

Re: Stus-List suggestions for unscrewing a plastic hose barb

2012-12-03 Thread Rick Brass
short time. You should use only bronze or marlon for the valve. So buy a 3/4" Groco bronze ball valve ($31.99 at West Marine - probably less elsewhere) and a new hose barb and sleep better knowing you've improved the boat. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From

Re: Stus-List Charging System Advice - Windlass installation

2012-12-07 Thread Rick Brass
st that you consider putting a small battery up forward to power your windlass. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of djhaug...@juno.com Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2012 1:58 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Ch

Re: Stus-List Charging System Advice - Windlass installation

2012-12-08 Thread Rick Brass
proper chain locker with a lid. That’s partly because it reduces the amount of water that can get in, but also I don’t want to try to add stiffening to the hull and deck to make up for the elimination of the ¾” plywood under my current deck. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC

Re: Stus-List TackTick

2012-12-08 Thread Rick Brass
thstar seemed to be selling new instruments and transducers a few months ago. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of djhaug...@juno.com Sent: Saturday, December 08, 2012 10:26 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Ta

Stus-List FW: Charging System Advice - Windlass installation

2012-12-09 Thread Rick Brass
Reposted message. The first try was too big for the list. I did not realize all the previous discussion was still attached. From: Rick Brass [mailto:rickbr...@earthlink.net] Sent: Sunday, December 09, 2012 12:11 PM To: 'cnc-list@cnc-list.com' Subject: RE: Stus-List Charging Sys

Re: Stus-List rust removal

2012-12-10 Thread Rick Brass
store whose active ingredient was oxalic acid, and it worked fine. Since it was not marketed for “marine” use it was a whole lot less expensive than the Mary Kate stuff. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of wwadjo...@aol.com

Re: Stus-List Repowering 33 MkII

2012-12-13 Thread Rick Brass
ne who has a Beta that doesn't swear by it, And when I was repowering a couple of years ago, the 4 cyl 32/35 hp Beta (I can't recall which) was about $1700 less than a 3 cyl 30 hp Yanmar. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.c

Re: Stus-List Fast 30 foot trailerable

2012-12-13 Thread Rick Brass
I'm surprised that no one has mentioned the new Beneteau 31. Trailerable. Lifting keel like a Seaward 32. New design that looks like a smaller First 367. Nice interior. And about $86k IIRC, without the trailer. And if you really liked the J/30, what about a J/95. Should be fast, the interior ma

Re: Stus-List Repowering 33 MkII (Gord Tidmarsh)

2012-12-15 Thread Rick Brass
out if the 3 cylinder engine will fit your existing engine beds and fit into the engine compartments without significant rework. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of OldSteveH Sent: Friday, December 14, 2012 1

Re: Stus-List Rub Rail Repair/Replacement

2012-12-20 Thread Rick Brass
was for the materials. The 20 foot long rub rail extrusions were expensive and shipping was high. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of elev...@grayinsco.com Sent: Thursday, December 20, 2012 12:29 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List 37+ Windows

2012-12-20 Thread Rick Brass
. Plus you can take your old panels to the glass shop and they will use them as a pattern to make the new panels. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Edd Schillay Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2012 1:20 PM To: cnc-list@cnc

Re: Stus-List Captain's License

2012-12-24 Thread Rick Brass
adron classes got a 10% discount - the same as having a license. But a license may make it less expensive to get insurance for offshore passages or cruising in the Caribbean, and for establishing your bona fides when chartering.. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-li

Re: Stus-List boat pests (redux)

2012-12-24 Thread Rick Brass
better as technology and security measures get tougher and tougher to overcome, until you get to the ultimate thief. Guess your rat hadn't had a chance to evolve yet. And I guess I probably should add "Rat Guards" to the list of boat projects to do while cruising. Rick Brass Washingto

Re: Stus-List Captain's License - Yachtmaster

2012-12-25 Thread Rick Brass
ducer from the 168 installed at the helm. Happy Holidays Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Indigo Sent: Monday, December 24, 2012 12:35 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Captain's License It

Re: Stus-List Morse Code, Iriidium (was Captain's License)

2012-12-25 Thread Rick Brass
IRB, but it's a nice complement to my DSC radios for coastal cruising like I do. And it's probably the only boat gear I ever bought that I consider to be a bargain. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of

Re: Stus-List C&C30MKII Mast step repair

2012-12-25 Thread Rick Brass
longer if you weren’t around to assist with removing toggles on the shrouds/stays, and undoing the wiring connections. But then, I’d want to be there particularly for the wiring. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel

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