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

2012-12-26 Thread Rick Brass
x27;t very useful when you're in Colorado on a ski trip or backpacking on the Appalachian Trail, or whatever. If I ever go further offshore I'll think about renting an EPIRB (or buying one if the price drops to a more reasonable range). For now, the inexpensive device I have offers an ac

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

2012-12-29 Thread Rick Brass
low voltage, or unauthorized entry. I have no idea what it costs or how many lithium AA batteries it would go through. But it sounds like a lot of technology in a pretty manageable package. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf

Stus-List Re: Bottom paint

2020-09-27 Thread Rick Brass
Fred;I didn't see your original post, probably because of the list upgrade. But Stu fixed my problem so I'm back... Yea!Anyway, Imzadi and Belle are in fresh to brackish water, with occasional trips into the ocean. I have used Ultima SR60 since it was called ACP60 and was "professional" paint. I ha

Stus-List Re: boat stuff for sale

2020-10-14 Thread Rick Brass
version) or a 38LF. I’d guess the a sails are oversize sails for cruising. Pete: If you’re seeing this, I might like to buy your crosscut Dacron jib to use as a #3 backup sail for my 38. Is it set up for roller furling, or perhaps for roller reefing with a foam or rope luff? Rick Brass

Stus-List Re: water separator

2020-10-14 Thread Rick Brass
message that the priming pump on my Racor has not had a problem in 16 tears of recreational use of the boat. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: Marek Dziedzic [mailto:dziedzi...@hotmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 1:16 PM To: Stus-List Subject: Stus-List Re: water separator

Stus-List Re: Engine Hours

2020-10-14 Thread Rick Brass
anything else, YMMV. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: Bill Coleman [mailto:colt...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 3:18 PM To: 'Stus-List' Subject: Stus-List Engine Hours Rick, you seem like a good person to ask this question, Is there a good way to estimat

Stus-List Re: water separator

2020-10-16 Thread Rick Brass
for our small engines and low annual usage. But might make sense in larger boats, ones with more operating hours, or in areas with dubious fuel supplies. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com] Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Stus-List Is the list inactive....

2020-10-22 Thread Rick Brass
Or do I have a problem? I’ve not gotten any messages since October 17th. Five days with nothing from stu’s list is really unusual… and I’m going through C&C withdrawal. Rick Brass Washington, NC October is the time to show your appreciation with a small contribution to

Stus-List Re: Liquid rubber

2020-11-04 Thread Rick Brass
the stuff from the hardware store (in my case Lowes) is the same stuff and much less expensive. My ditty bag is on the boat so I can’t tell you the name of the can of liquid plastic I have from Lowes. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: Matthew [mailto:wolf...@erie.net] Sent: Monday

Stus-List Re: Preventer boom placement

2020-11-04 Thread Rick Brass
center at the start of the gybe. After the gybe, when the mainsheet is adjusted, the lower end of the preventer gets moved to the other toe rail. That way it can’t become a weapon during the gybe. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: Matthew [mailto:wolf...@erie.net] Sent: Saturday, October

Stus-List Re: Rub rail repair test

2020-11-20 Thread Rick Brass
. In the end it cost significantly less than the first approach, I’ve never had a leak, I didn’t have to fuss with hose and wiring connections under the deck, and my rubrail is actually wider than the tumblehome in the hull of my 38. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk2 #47 Washington

Stus-List Re: Solar power in ACR environment

2020-11-23 Thread Rick Brass
needs to be recalibrated? Rick Brass Washington, NC On Mon, Nov 23, 2020, 21:50 Charlie Nelson via CnC-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote: My boat has a house bank and a starting battery with an ACR controller so that the ‘banks’ are ‘equalized’ when a charging sou

Re: Stus-List Batteries

2014-05-01 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
, Walmart, or Canadian Tire to see what will fit in the BCI manual they should have posted near the battery rack. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On May 1, 2014, at 17:28, wwadjo...@aol.com via CnC-List > wrote: > > Can someone with knowledge explain difference between group 27 and 31

Re: Stus-List List

2014-05-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
That is "Borg Collective Vessel 34J51"... Though wouldn't all Borg Collective ships operate as one entity? Right generation, wrong quadrant. Right, Edd? Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On May 2, 2014, at 13:57, "Dennis C. via CnC-List" > wrote: > &g

Re: Stus-List List

2014-05-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the discussion IS C&C related. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On May 2, 2014, at 18:25, Edd Schillay via CnC-List > wrote: > > Rick, > > That's right. > > But for me, it's wrong generation, wrong quadrant. I'm a Kirk-era fan. Those > Borg things bel

Re: Stus-List Charging with engine, was mixed batteries

2014-05-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
voltage pretty well matches what is needed for a flooded battery. If you have a gel battery the mismatch is less critical because the battery is usually charged above 95% or so - unlike the batteries on a boat that get deeply discharged. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On May 6, 2014, at

Re: Stus-List Shackles and chain

2014-05-13 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
.1300. 2600 5/16. 1800. 3900.3800 3/8. 2650. 5400 So one could use big chain to increase catenary and help the anchor stay set, but 1/4HT is strong enough for up to a 40' boat in any rea

Re: Stus-List Yanmar 3QM30 thermostat for converted system

2014-05-23 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
The soot builds up partly because the engine is running too cool. Operating temp should be at least 165 to 180 F. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On May 21, 2014, at 23:43, Josh Muckley via CnC-List > wrote: > > Why change? Just let the engine run cooler. > > Josh Muc

Re: Stus-List Fw: What is it for? ???

2014-05-23 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
was probably intended to keep ice, etc. from getting contaminated with seawater when sailing. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On May 23, 2014, at 21:00, via CnC-List wrote: > > > > sam :-) > From: sam.c.sal...@gmail.com > Sent: Friday, May 23, 2014 6:58 PM > To: ec.turt

Re: Stus-List First sail

2014-05-27 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Or those of us who have engines with stop solenoid so instead of cables. Sent from my iPad > On May 26, 2014, at 13:31, Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List > wrote: > > I would venture to ask all who never tried starting the engine with the stop > cable pulled out to raise hands. I am afraid that the

Re: Stus-List RPMs on Your Diesel Engine

2014-05-27 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
periods to charge batteries, it running for long periods at low RPMs is not good for it. But 2300 is pretty close to 2400-2500, so you are probably not doing significant harm. Just don't be afraid of going to 2500. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On May 27, 2014, at 12:16, Edd Schillay

Re: Stus-List 2GM20F Yanmar Shift cable?

2014-05-27 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Or go to your reputable auto parts store with the old cable. A Teledyne cable is a Teledyne cable. And probably less at the auto parts store than at a boat supplier - and more likely to be in stock instead of a special order. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On May 27, 2014, at 12:09, R

Re: Stus-List Cruising

2014-05-29 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Mike;   If you travel the ICW on your trip south, get in touch with me when you get to North Carolina. I'd be happy to play host for an evening, and would love to compare boat mods made to adapt our racer/cruisers for liveaboard cruising.   Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk1 Washingon, NC 252

Stus-List Strange HIN, can anyone clarify

2014-05-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
he boat is MDZ45139G473, which seems all wrong. For one thing, the date would make this a 73 model not a 74. And MDZ is the manufacturer code for a home made boat built in Maryland. Can anyone help me clarify what appears to be an error or typo in the survey? Does anyone her have a HIN like this.?

Re: Stus-List Can anyone identify the class of this boat?

2014-06-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Allied built a knock off of the Cape Dory 25. One came through the city docks where I work about a week ago, with a young couple moving it to their new home. When I asked if it was a Cape Dory, they told me it was an Allied, licensed from the Cape Dory 25 design. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad

Re: Stus-List Advice on Window replacement on C&C 30 Mk1

2014-06-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ll us which style of portlight you have, we can provide more information to you.   Rick Brass Washington, NC.     -Original Message- From: Richard Jorgensen via CnC-List Sent: Jun 2, 2014 10:25 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Advice on Window replacement on C&C 30 Mk1 B

Re: Stus-List Advice on Window replacement on C&C 30 Mk1

2014-06-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the port lights on my 28 for the price of 1 kit from Southshore. Buy, hey, I'm cheap. Anyway, reselling the aluminum frame port lights is cheap and easy maintenance. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 3, 2014, at 8:35, "Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List" > wrote: > > Ric

Re: Stus-List Advice on Window replacement on C&C 30 Mk1

2014-06-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
than it needs to be and try to push the spline into the groove in the frame so it is slightly compressed. When I get back to the top of the frame, I use a razor blade to cut the spline to length and make a tight joint. Rick Brass > Sent from my iPad > On Jun 3, 2014, at 9:29, "De

Re: Stus-List Advice on Window replacement on C&C 30 Mk1

2014-06-05 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
;s time to replace it anyway when that occurs. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 5, 2014, at 16:31, "Ronald B. Frerker via CnC-List" > wrote: > > Rick, > I did the repair just like the list suggested; I have the Al frames. > However, I tried to have just one cu

Re: Stus-List Distance to maneuver to exit and enter slip

2014-06-05 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
y and throw us a line, then we pull him into his slip by hand. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 5, 2014, at 16:54, Don Siddall via CnC-List > wrote: > > How much turning space should a boat have to be able to safely exit and enter > a slip, if the slip is at right a

Re: Stus-List Repositioning Mast - now compass oil

2014-06-05 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Call Ritchie or go on line to find a repair center near you. They will have compass oil. Sent from my iPad > On Jun 5, 2014, at 13:49, Bill Bina - gmail via CnC-List > wrote: > > Whale oil will also work. :-) > > Bill Bina >> On 6/5/2014 1:41 PM, Stevan Plavsa via CnC-List wrote: >> West Ma

Re: Stus-List C&C 24 rudder question

2014-06-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
bably 6 or 8 transom hung rudders with cracks or damaged push/pull cable steering gear from this) or from a grounding that damages the fiberglass skins. Rick Brass 25 mk1 la Belle Aurora Owned her for 20 years this month Sent from my iPad > On Jun 6, 2014, at 9:31, Josh Muckley via CnC-L

Re: Stus-List Annapolis > Bermuda race

2014-06-09 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
BTW, I'm pretty sure Jake Broderson and Fred Street are crewing on The Office Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 8, 2014, at 20:43, "Dennis C. via CnC-List" > wrote: > > Everybody watching? > > http://www.bermudaoceanrace.com/race-overview/2014tracker

Re: Stus-List Annapolis > Bermuda race

2014-06-09 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
and veers. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 8, 2014, at 20:43, "Dennis C. via CnC-List" > wrote: > > Everybody watching? > > http://www.bermudaoceanrace.com/race-overview/2014tracker > > C&C listers are Joel Aronson, "The Office" and St

Re: Stus-List C&C 38 mk1 vs mk2

2014-06-24 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the specs for the race boats are the source for spec sheets that show the narrower dimension for the Mk1. Steve, you are right that it is a lot of boat for the money, and one of the prettiest girls in the harbor. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk1 Washington, NC Sent from my iPad > On Jun 17, 2014,

Re: Stus-List Launch

2014-06-25 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
at cruising speed. When hand steering, if I get distracted the boat will head left on its own. George, the autopilot, does a lot better job of dealing with it than I do. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 21, 2014, at 14:57, "Richard N. Bush via CnC-List" > wrote: >

Re: Stus-List getting seasick

2014-06-25 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
edeck cows and British sports cars as topics for the list. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 24, 2014, at 21:16, Sam Salter via CnC-List > wrote: > > ‎If I had an erection lasting more than 4 hours I'd call the Guinness Book of > Records first! > > sam :-) >

Re: Stus-List Tacking the genoa

2014-06-25 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
under $300 for a 38 foot boat. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 25, 2014, at 10:13, David Knecht via CnC-List > wrote: > > When it is blowing over 10, it is really hard to pull the traveller up each > time. Do people expect to do this? Would you do it before the tac

Re: Stus-List Aluminum coating

2014-06-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
t. It is a boat, after all. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jun 29, 2014, at 22:47, Brad Crawford via CnC-List > wrote: > > Do you think it would work well on a black pedestal? Mine has been eroding > away in a few spots over the years. Might be best to remove the pede

Re: Stus-List what is wrong with these boats?

2014-07-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
4k installed, I now have the draft of a J30 and can still point to under 30 degrees apparent. Plus PHRF gave me 3 seconds because of the presumed loss of performance. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jul 11, 2014, at 9:29, Joel Aronson via CnC-List > wrote: > > Steve, > >

Re: Stus-List what is wrong with these boats? (now: Keel draft...)

2014-07-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
50 % could usually be accessed at high tide with a deeper anchorage spot available, and the remainder were just not access able. Do you pick where and when you go, get good at interpreting tide tables, and take some longer dinghy rides if you have a deeper draft boat. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad

Re: Stus-List Genoa/Jib Sheet diameter on a 30-1, 7/16 or 1/2"?

2014-07-16 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
all to be comfortable. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jul 16, 2014, at 11:56, Nate Flesness via CnC-List > wrote: > > > > > Replacing the 135% furling genoa sheets on a 30-1 used only for cruising. > Have had 1/2". The admiral likes the solid red and gree

Re: Stus-List Set up of shower in Cockpit

2014-07-21 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
water heater. Your problem the would be how much fresh water your tanks can hold and how long a shower you intend to take. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jul 21, 2014, at 10:14, George Cone via CnC-List > wrote: > > I wanted to run a thought by the list to see if my thoughts

Stus-List FULLER BRUSH PORT FREE TO A GOOD HOME

2014-07-24 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the crazed lens so much because it was sort of like a translucent shower door and made a little privacy when tied alongside a dock in a Marina. Contact me off list and I can mail the old port to you. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad ___ This List is p

Re: Stus-List Joker valve war / Head reliability

2014-07-31 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
he current valve and one rebuild kit I have on the boat. And the I will plan on installing a new head. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jul 31, 2014, at 11:35, Tim Goodyear via CnC-List > wrote: > > Rebuilding heads seems to be a popular activity at this time of year; I >

Re: Stus-List Proper Process for Head Pump Out + reducing head odors

2014-08-01 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ght never need to pump out again. Rick Brass Part time dock master and pump out operator, among other things > >> On Jul 31, 2014, at 9:06 PM, Indigo via CnC-List >> wrote: >> >> The pump out boat operator in Edgartown MA advised partly refilling the >> hold

Re: Stus-List Replacing the Head -- Jabsco Lite Flush?

2014-08-01 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
seal between motor and pump. YMMV. You might want to look at the Jabsco Quiet Flush in the WM catalog. $10 more than the Lite and only draws 10 amps. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Aug 1, 2014, at 12:04, Edd Schillay via CnC-List > wrote: > > Listers, > > Not to

cnc-list@cnc-list.com

2014-08-01 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
about $600 additional. Joe, sounds like you might need to plan a vacation in North Carolina. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Aug 1, 2014, at 10:31, "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" > wrote: > > You must be *extraordinarily* good at doing work on the cheap. My boat could >

Re: Stus-List 3/4 ton rehab

2014-08-01 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
(Rustoleum supplies that too) cost about $40 total. And I am totally happy with the result and the durability. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Aug 1, 2014, at 11:08, "Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List" > I found out Rust-Oleum (yes those guys) make marine paint at something like &

Re: Stus-List Replacing Rub Rail - Landfall 35

2014-08-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
hat is actually wider than the tumblehome of the hull. Cost about $6k IIRC, but paid by the other guys insurance and less than half the quote to replace the rub rail. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Aug 5, 2014, at 20:55, JAMES LEMESURIER via CnC-List > wrote: > > > > Than

Re: Stus-List Alcohol stove

2014-08-11 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ld it is easier to find propane than denatured alcohol when you are in the Bahamas or the Caribbean. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Aug 11, 2014, at 10:36, Burt Stratton via CnC-List > wrote: > > This my first go-around with alcohol stoves. Seems to work very nicely. > Clea

Re: Stus-List Balsa core thickness

2015-09-28 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Petar; If I recall correctly, it is about 3/8” – perhaps ½” Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of phorvati . via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, September 26, 2015 8:01 PM

Re: Stus-List Bow Thrusters

2015-09-28 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
penalty, but then he is a cruiser and the boat is a Pacific Seacraft 37. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Edd Schillay via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, September 27, 2015 9:11 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Edd Schillay Subject

Re: Stus-List Rigid vang

2015-09-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
of the boom and snugged against the vang when the sail is down to stop halyard slap and to keep the boom from rocking side to side. I am a very happy camper. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@

Re: Stus-List IPad Question...

2015-10-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
and Drag Queen are free. If no built in GPS, put your music on the IPad and buy a Galaxy tablet with cellular capability. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jerome Tauber via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 02, 2015 11:27 AM

Re: Stus-List IPad Question...

2015-10-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
just fine. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 02, 2015 11:35 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Joel Aronson Subject: Re: Stus-List IPad Question... Joe, That's right, but iPads need

Re: Stus-List IPad Question...

2015-10-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Office Depot has a Lenovo 10" android tablet at a regular price of about $115. The 7" is about $89. Look for a sale, Christmas is coming. From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 02, 2015 12:04 PM To: CNC CNC Cc: David Subject

Re: Stus-List IPad Question...

2015-10-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
My IPad has worked between the east coast and Bermuda. GPS no problem. The real problem is keeping the battery charged. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jerome Tauber via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 02, 2015 6:04 PM

Re: Stus-List Rigid vang

2015-10-05 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
aces. Perhaps he will refresh our memories? Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of allen via CnC-List Sent: Monday, October 05, 2015 11:44 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: allen Subject: Re: Stus-List Rigid vang I already have a multi

Stus-List Photo album ads & other stuff

2015-10-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
he leaking tube brazed, they managed to close off the tube completely. Can anyone point me to a source for burners and parts for these old stoves? Or has anyone got a Galley Maid alcohol stove out in the garage that they would like to sell? Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&a

Re: Stus-List Photo album ads & other stuff

2015-10-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
tuff Rick — is that Bayfield, Wisconsin, or Bayfield, Ontario? I’m not familiar with Mark, but I can check around this weekend. Haulout tomorrow… :^( Fred Street -- Minneapolis S/V Oceanis (1979 C&C Landfall 38) -- Bayfield, WI On Oct 8, 2015, at 9:10 AM, Rick Brass via CnC-Li

Re: Stus-List Autopilot Recommendations

2015-10-11 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
up the wheelpilot will steer the boat for miles and miles without a variance from the desired heading of over a degree or two. So what has changed with the newer autopilots to make the rudder position sensor so important? Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1

Re: Stus-List Roller Reefing Boom

2015-10-11 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
away with the topping lift, I still use the little rotating plate on the end of the boom as the attachment point for the mainsheet block. I don’t really think this was the pinnacle of sailboat technology. But if it works, why change it. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore

Re: Stus-List VC17

2015-10-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the wave action causing erosion of the paint, but I've also been told that the UV is a contributing factor. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Graham Collins via CnC-List Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 11:43 AM To: cnc-list@cnc

Re: Stus-List Deisel Fuel Additives?

2015-10-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
#x27;ve used about 2 tanks of fuel this year, so I'm not concerned with the duel degrading in storage like you get with ethanol stored in a boat. Diesel can generally be stored for about two years without significant degradation. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [ma

Re: Stus-List Deisel Fuel Additives?

2015-10-13 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ay as I've ever thought about it as Diesel additive, or added it to engine oil. Might be a good thing to check out. Rick Brass Washington, NC Sent from my iPad > On Oct 13, 2015, at 20:43, Chuck S via CnC-List wrote: > > Hi Rick, > A friend who works on cars and has a 32 foot

Re: Stus-List Deisel Fuel Additives? Mixing?

2015-10-16 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Ditto. Biobor is an algaecide (though it may have other things in it?). Stanadyne is a lubricant. Have used both for perhaps 10 years. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jake Brodersen via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2015 6:58 PM To

Re: Stus-List Welcome the Newbie!

2015-10-17 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
and tell you what it would cost. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of jtsails via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, October 17, 2015 12:57 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: jtsails Subject: Re: Stus-List Welcome the Newbie! Brian and

Re: Stus-List Anti-fouling paint

2015-10-22 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
chisel almost flush with the paint surface, and give the chisel a thump with your hand. The disc should just pop off. That's has worked for me since I was shown the trick by a yard mechanic several years ago. Rick Brass Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc

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

2015-10-22 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
A spray bottle of muriatic acid does the same thing. Use a cheap spray bottle because you will only get to use it one time. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dreuge via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2015 7:30 PM

Re: Stus-List Vinyl letters - experiences?

2015-10-22 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
decals on Imzadi when I had some paint touch up done in 2009. Used a national quickie sign folks. There are already parts of the decal sluffing off and brittle from the UV. There must be a difference in the materials used. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washin

Re: Stus-List Anti-fouling paint

2015-10-23 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
nd in the slip! I thought it was attached to the bottom! Rick Paige's 37+ Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 22, 2015, at 7:17 PM, Rick Brass via CnC-List wrote: > > Three years is about the experience I had when I still used Micron for > bottom paint. > > Tip for you paint j

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

2015-10-23 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
-fouling paint -> devolving the basal plates Any harm in using muriatic acid on my bronze prop or s/s shaft? That's where I find most basal plates. -- Jonathan Indigo C&C 35III SOUTHPORT CT On Oct 22, 2015, at 22:20, Rick Brass via CnC-List mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrot

Re: Stus-List 1980 C&C 32 Innisfree - Wilmington, DE

2015-11-01 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
d the "semi" part of semi-custom.) So the system was changed again. I suspect the last 4 characters of the HIN for the new Seacraft 62 will be something like D315 or even D316. Here is a website with a pretty complete explanation: http://www.boatsafe.com/nauticalknowhow/hin.htm

Re: Stus-List 1980 C&C 32 Innisfree NOW HIN codes

2015-11-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
and launched until late in 2015. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ken Heaton via CnC-List Sent: Monday, November 02, 2015 2:54 PM To: cnc-list Cc: Ken Heaton Subject: Re: Stus-List 1980 C&C 32 Innisfree - Wilmington

Re: Stus-List Keel attachment issues on a C&C 25

2015-11-07 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
le was last hauled a couple of years ago, there was still no evidence of a smile. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ahmet via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, November 07, 2

Re: Stus-List C&C 25 MkI

2015-11-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
aluminum frames (thank goodness). Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chuck S via CnC-List Sent: Saturday, November 07, 2015 10:31 PM To: CNC boat owners, cnc-list Cc: Chuck S Subject: Stus-List C&C 25 MkI Hi Rick,

Re: Stus-List Shift / throttle cables

2015-11-09 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
cable with an extended length that was used on the Paragon transmission for the OEM A4 engine that had been replaced back in 2000). The little J shaped clamp that compressed the cable sheath is still the best way to overcome the throttle return spring. Rick Brass Washington, NC

Re: Stus-List C&C 25 headsail size

2015-11-10 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
track years ago, and find it to be invaluable. I also upgraded from the original winches (Barient 18s IIRC) to a pair of Barient 22 2speeds. The bigger winches make handling the larger headsail much easier. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Replacing Windows

2015-11-10 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
, someone on the precursers to this list told me how to do it. And instruction #1 was DON’T MESS WITH THE ALUMINUM FRAMES. I realize that can’t always be an absolute, but from my experience, it is very good advice. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washin

Re: Stus-List Fwd: Replacing Windows

2015-11-10 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
I rebuilt an A&H hatch with 295UV. It certainly was persnickety about the cleaning, the primer, and the timing. But I don’t recall it as being particularly messy to apply or to clean up. And it has certainly never leaked. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-

Stus-List Contacting Mark Janda?

2015-11-11 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Mark about the items I was interested in buying. So far, no response. Has anyone heard anything from Mark Janda recently? Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-lis

Stus-List Lewmar Ocean Hatch Seals

2015-11-15 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
hatch seals. Please, guys, what is it? Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom

Stus-List Video of C&C 30 racing in Annapolis

2015-11-19 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
But impressive none the less. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FxUDhhQQVo Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including

Re: Stus-List Batteries in the cabin. Was Re: Changing weight distribution in Landfall 38

2015-11-20 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
And since the biggest batteries you could fit into the bilge of a 25 would be D cells, I think the Irwin 43 is the correct assumption. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On B

Re: Stus-List Update: Re: Keel attachment issues on a C&C 25

2015-11-24 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Damn. Wish I’d thought about McMaster-Carr when I did my boat 20-some years ago. I paid more than $5 a plate way back then. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill Coleman via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, November 24, 2015 10:30

Re: Stus-List Update: Re: Keel attachment issues on a C&C 25

2015-11-24 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
, and a fair bit of torsional loading as the boat heels and moves in the waves while sailing. I think stainless would be a stronger and more conservative choice. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-bou

Re: Stus-List Vacation II St Martin

2015-11-25 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
! – before they could carry passengers. But I still think sailing on a 12 meter would be a hoot. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Edd Schillay via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2015 9:21 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com

Stus-List Tide prediction app for my IPad?

2015-11-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
what I have on the device. So what do you guys use and what would you recommend? Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC ___ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, includ

Re: Stus-List Bad Build

2015-12-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
overlaps. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dave Godwin via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2015 7:44 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Dave Godwin Subject: Re: Stus-List Bad Build "They can do no wrong ;)” You

Re: Stus-List glue for hatch gasket

2015-12-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
. This is commonly used to glue the vinyl side moldings on cars, and is really tenacious and impervious to weather. Plus it is clear if you happen to get some where it is not supposed to be. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf

Re: Stus-List glue for hatch gasket

2015-12-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
8002 is pretty commonly referred to among automotive body repair techs as “gorilla snot”. It is a very good contact adhesive, and widely used for putting trim like rub strips and door guards back on after repairs. It seems to last almost forever. It should work nicely. Rick Brass

Re: Stus-List Rot in non-structural bulkhead - thoughts?

2015-12-07 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the surface flush with the quarter berth side of the bulkhead, and the quarter berth cushion holds the panel in place. Maybe the area of rot is an opportunity to increase the engine compartment access. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washin

Re: Stus-List Rot in non-structural bulkhead - thoughts?

2015-12-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
berth Maybe the easiest and quickest thing to do would be to use a rotozip to cut out the rotted areas and then sister an appropriately shaped piece of 3/8” starboard to the locker side of the partition to satisfy 1, 2, and 3 ? Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list

Re: Stus-List Boat tools

2015-12-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
will be a good quality (likely Makita or Bosch) 18 volt drill driver with 2 lithium batteries. Every cansarned time I get out the drill on the boat, the NICad batteries are dead. That one is going into the garage where a battery can be kept on the charger. Rick Brass Washington, NC From:

Re: Stus-List Boat tools

2015-12-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Your boat is just too new, Josh. The boats built in Canada in the 70s have HUNDREDS of flat head Roberson screws (if they haven’t gotten replaced with Phillips oval head screws over the years). Rick From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Josh Muckley via CnC-L

Re: Stus-List Pleated Blinds

2015-12-10 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
I've seen the pleated blinds and the aluminum rails they are mounted on in an RV parts catalog. I wonder if they come in a standard size that might fit, and if you can't buy them through an RV dealer/service provider in your area. Rick Brass Washington, NC From

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

2015-12-10 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
deep water port like Long Beach or New York. Most of the lost container go into the water during severe storm well out at sea. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, December 10, 2015

Re: Stus-List Doyle Stack Pack or Mack Pack?

2015-12-10 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
. He has been trying to convince me to do the same on my boat. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Hoyt, Mike via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, December 10, 2015 9:38 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Hoyt, Mike Subject: Re: Stus

Re: Stus-List Doyle Stack Pack or Mack Pack? - Now Dutchman

2015-12-11 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the topping lift. Just what IS the normal arrangement for a Dutchman? Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of dwight veinot via CnC-List Sent: Friday, December 11, 2015 8:32 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: dwight veinot

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