Re: Stus-List Wire-rope halyard

2014-09-29 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ety margin that will cushion the shock loads you mention when making an accidental gybe or other mistake. After all, math isn't the only place I ever screw up. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Sep 29, 2014, at 11:08, Steve Thomas via CnC-List > wrote: > > Rick, >

Re: Stus-List Boat Batteries

2014-09-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
and I have no qualms about recommending them. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Sep 30, 2014, at 20:04, Wally Bryant via CnC-List > wrote: > > And I don't want to sound cynical, but WalMart doesn't manufacture anything. > With the purchasing power that they have,

Re: Stus-List Yanmar Starter Solenoid for 3HMF

2014-10-01 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
I think if you look closely at the markings on your Yanmar solenoid, you will find it was made by Hitachi. At least I can say with certainty that all the electrical components in Yanmar industrial engines used in Hyster and Yale forklift trucks were Hitachi. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad

Stus-List Viking 33 for sale in Massachusetts

2014-10-09 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
knows of a good C&C in the 29 to 35 foot range, with price below about $25k, preferably located in the mid-Atlantic states so it will be relatively easy to visit, please give me a shout. Thanks Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Wa

Re: Stus-List thread reply and rod rigging

2014-10-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
eded, you too might want to think about using Dyform wire as an alternative to rod. 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 David Dawes via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, October 1

Re: Stus-List automatic bilge pump problems

2014-10-13 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
stern squatted while motoring. 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 Josh Muckley via CnC-List Sent: Monday, October 13, 2014 5:50 PM To: Richard N. Bush; C&C List Subje

Re: Stus-List sailing this weekend

2014-10-16 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
All this talk of Frostbiting makes me glad I live in North Carolina. Mid 80s and mostly sunny this afternoon, with winds 6 to 9 from the southwest. Pretty much sunny mid to high 70s and 7 or 8 knots for the weekend. Heck, we have a Sunfish series in January down here. Rick Brass

Re: Stus-List Tank fill Key

2014-10-18 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Try your local Beneteau or Jeanneu dealer. Many European boats use the deck fittings that have a winch socket. I don't see them often on North American boats. Rick brass Sent from my iPad > On Oct 18, 2014, at 10:44, Dennis C. via CnC-List > wrote: > > Can you make one

Re: Stus-List Standing rigging replacement

2014-10-24 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
The spec sheet for the Suncor toggles says the working load limit of the assembly is limited by the working load limit if the wire you are using. IIRC, that is basically the same statement made for the Sta-lok and Norseman fittings I've used in the rigging of my 25 and my 38. Rick Brass

Re: Stus-List C&C smile fix - how I did it

2014-10-25 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
to put it overside. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Petar Horvatic via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 24, 2014 9:40 AM To: 'Robert Abbott';

Re: Stus-List C&C smile fix - how I did it

2014-10-25 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
3/8" wide. Then put 5200 into the groove, smoothed it out, and let it cure overnight. Then torqued the keel bolts to compress the sealant, and faired over it. Did not put the "bandage" of glass that Bill discussed. Still no smile apparent at the last haulout. Rick Brass Imzadi C&am

Re: Stus-List ice or soda blasting

2014-10-25 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Switch to a high quality ablative bottom paint. Then you can take the residual paint off when you haul out every 3 years or so and have the bottom pressure washed. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-l

Re: Stus-List EasyBlock Mainsheet Traveler

2014-10-29 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
No "Maybe" about it. Definitely call Guido at Garhauer. For a couple hundred bucks they will make a new traveler that fits exactly in place of the old and works so much better you will be asking yourself why you didn't change the traveler sooner. Rick Brass Imzadi C&

Re: Stus-List EasyBlock Mainsheet Traveler

2014-10-29 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the track to match the pattern and fastener size of the old track, and fabricated custom ends to facilitate trimming from the helm - and did not charge for the custom work. Rick Brass -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Danny Haughey via CnC

Re: Stus-List EasyBlock Mainsheet Traveler

2014-10-29 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
available somewhere. 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 wwadjo...@aol.com via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2014 6:44 PM To: Rick Brass via CnC-List Subject:

Re: Stus-List Overpriced?

2014-10-29 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
This 35 has been on the web at about this price for the better part of a year. Does anyone know what is wrong with it? I have a friend who has at least a passing interest in it, and it would be nice to know if it is a looser before making the long trip to see it. Rick Brass Washington, NC

Re: Stus-List Running Lights

2014-10-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
lights are more properly labeled that they “meet the requirements of” USCG requirement so-and-so. Like life jackets, they may have an approval number, which shows that the proper documentation has been filed with the USCG. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list

Re: Stus-List CG Documentation and exchange of ownership in Massachuse tts

2014-10-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ugh a broker, the broker should collect the sales tax. If between individuals, ask your state DMV or DNR (whomever would issue a title for the boat if one is needed) and they can tell you about the "use tax" for a private sale. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailt

Re: Stus-List Running Lights

2014-10-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ific bulbs right handed and left handed bulbs, but the bulb matches the galore of the LED to the lens for maximum light output. 'Couse I had to use a white LED bulb for the anchor light. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Oct 30, 2014, at 15:54, Leslie Paal via CnC-List > wrote:

Re: Stus-List Running Lights >Approved LED bulbs

2014-10-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ers License that indicates you need to use a certified light, use the same type of bulb, or buy the same bulb used in building your boat - but you must comply with COLREGS 22&23. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Oct 30, 2014, at 21:38, Russ & Melody via CnC-List > wrote: > >

Re: Stus-List Running Lights >Approved LED bulbs

2014-10-31 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
damages rather than incur the expense of lawyers and trial to reduce the amount they have to pay. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill Bina via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 31, 2014 5:48 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Running Lights >Approved LED bulbs

2014-10-31 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Ken Heaton via CnC-List Sent: Friday, October 31, 2014 10:39 AM To: Burt Stratton; cnc-list Subject: Re: Stus-List Running Lights >Approved LED bulbs No, in 1973 the 35 Mk.1 had lig

Re: Stus-List Autopilot Gremlin - Caution!

2014-11-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
be. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2014 9:25 PM To: CnClist Subject: Stus-List Autopilot Gremlin - Caution! Just a caution for those who regularly use an autosteerer

Re: Stus-List Running Lights >Approved LED bulbs

2014-11-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
restricted in ability to maneuver.) See the COLREGS. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of wwadjo...@aol.com via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2014 11:16 AM To: Josh Muckley via CnC-List Subject: Re: Stus-List

Re: Stus-List Running Lights >Approved LED bulbs

2014-11-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
your boat. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2014 11:56 AM To: Burt Stratton; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Running Lights >Approved LED bulbs

Stus-List Lions and tigers and bears, Oh My>Was Approved LED bulbs

2014-11-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
for a sailboat of any length. Hence the mnemonic "Red over Green, I'm a sailing machine." This configuration seems to be a solution which provides visibility at longer range when near coastal or in sloppy waves, but still keeps lights down low where those on small power boats are more apt to

Re: Stus-List Lions and tigers and bears, Oh My>Was Approved LED bulbs

2014-11-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
r use on sail and Power Driven vessels under 20 meters." Really? For a light combination designed to tell other boaters you are a sailboat? Either my tolerance for stupidity is too low, or I've not had enough rum this evening. Maybe I should follow Wally's example and switch to t

Re: Stus-List 35-1 drivetrain replacement (prop, engine HP, transmission ratio)

2014-11-09 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
f prop and manufacturer you prefer and get a prop quote. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC -Original Message- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Carl Gerstle via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2014 10:00

Re: Stus-List 35-1 drivetrain replacement (prop, engine HP, transmission ratio)

2014-11-09 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
And, by the way, why have you decided to repower with a diesel? A complete rebuild on your A4 will result in a very suitable, effectively new, engine, acceptable performance, and a yard bill about 25% of what it will cost to repower with a diesel. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Auro

Re: Stus-List Exhaust hose replacement for 33-1

2014-11-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
hat were in the cockpit lazarettes. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Nov 12, 2014, at 17:51, ahycrace--- via CnC-List > wrote: > > > Guys > I Have A 38' MK II with the same problem I want to replace that hose > but no way am I going in there. Thinking o

Re: Stus-List teak grab rail help 35 MK I

2014-11-13 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ke a Catalina?”, and put the teak rails back on. Now my Admiral is after me to refinish the teak again. Just goes to show you that it is always something. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chuck S via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, Novembe

Stus-List C&C 29 for sale in Portsmouth, VA

2014-11-13 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
t.org/boa/4756271361.html> http://norfolk.craigslist.org/boa/4756271361.html Thanks for the help. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC ___ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album

Re: Stus-List Mainsail track gate

2014-11-14 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Kenyon makes several different types. That is where I got the gate I added to my 25. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Greg Sutherland via CnC-List Sent: Friday, November 14, 2014 10:05 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Mainsail

Re: Stus-List Cruising World - C&C 34+

2014-11-14 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
The December issue? From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Edd Schillay via CnC-List Sent: Friday, November 14, 2014 6:40 PM To: Subject: Stus-List Cruising World - C&C 34+ Listers, FYI - the latest issue of Cruising World has a review on the C&C 34+ titled

Re: Stus-List Exhaust mixing elbow

2014-11-15 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
routes the exhaust up for 6-8”, and then straight down to the muffler. I looked at the old 45 degree elbow and found no carbon deposits or significant corrosion after 10 years of service. Made me wonder what the difference was that caused Yanmar engines to have so many problems. Rick Brass

Re: Stus-List Winterizing Checklist

2014-11-18 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
electric heater aboard to keep the boat warmer while I’m not aboard. Oh, and get a gallon of vodka to put in the fresh water tanks. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jack Fitzgerald via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, November 18

Re: Stus-List Engine Seacock for a C&C 44 1987

2014-11-26 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
on manufacturer and size of the engine. Good Luck Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill McNeese via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, November 26, 2014 11:23 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Engine Seacock for

Re: Stus-List LF38 engine access - how bad is it really?

2014-12-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
abin (analogous to the heater core in your car). An electric fan could provide air circulation. And you would want to come up with some sort of thermostatically controlled valve to throttle the flow of hot water to match the heating needs inside the cabin. Pretty doable, but the devil would be in th

Re: Stus-List OMG! We're dragging!

2014-12-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
d you get the iPhone app? Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Dec 3, 2014, at 16:08, Tim Goodyear via CnC-List > wrote: > > I have that on my iPhone. An interesting expression crossed my wife's face > the first time she saw it. > > Tim > > >> On Dec 3,

Re: Stus-List blooper explained

2014-12-05 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the starboard lower spreader in the mainsail. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Dec 5, 2014, at 13:58, Russ & Melody via CnC-List > wrote: > > Hi Guys, > > The pic in the link below just came to me from one of our crew. This is the > best blooper shot I've

Stus-List Yacht Charter for the PNW Rendezvous?

2014-12-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
em an inquiry, but haven't gotten any information back yet. So, as an alternative, I thought I would fall back on the knowledge of the listers in the area. Can anyone point me toward a C&C (or at least a C&C designed boat) that would be available for charter in the Vancouver/Gulf Isl

Re: Stus-List Navigation

2014-12-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
chartplotter boat ran into to Albert. Oh, and another bit of Einstein trivia: He issued the original patents for the recipe for Tolberone Chocolate, and the shape of the candy. Which is not boating related, unless your Admiral likes really good chocolate. Rick Brass Washington, NC

Re: Stus-List Batteries -- Anyone use 6V's?

2014-12-14 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
that has an equalization cycle, that equalization cycle will almost eliminate the sulfation and make the batteries last much longer. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Frederick G Street via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, December

Re: Stus-List Batteries -- Anyone use 6V's?

2014-12-15 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
That’s true, Francoise, each battery has ½ the AH capacity at 12v that is stated for 6v. But there are two of them to produce 12v. So the calculation is Watts x ½ x 2. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jean-Francois J

Stus-List Yanmar 2GMF13 parts help

2014-12-15 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
40 weight oil. I've only ever used Rotella 15-40 in diesel engines. Is there something about the engine that makes a single viscosity oil essential or preferable to a multi-grade oil? Maybe the small (only 2 liter) oil capacity? Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C

Re: Stus-List Indigo is for sale.

2014-12-16 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
you will. Rethink moving her. Imagine how good you would feel taking her to the PNW Rendezvous next fall. 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 Frederick G Street via Cn

Re: Stus-List Indigo is for sale.

2014-12-16 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
d towing endorsements. I need just under 60 more offshore days to upgrade the Master’s ticket. Besides, it would be fun to get to meet some of the other C&C skippers I know from years on the various iterations of Stu’s List and its precursors. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle A

Stus-List Dockage and fuel in Charleston

2015-01-19 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
and a good source for diesel fuel? We last filled the tanks in NN at $2.35 a gallon ($3.99 at the Charleston Municipal Marina). Weekly dockage in Charleston seems to be around $13 per foot. Ouch! Suggestions greatly appreciated. Rick Brass Sent from my

Re: Stus-List Port light Gaskets Material

2015-01-19 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
. The spline is about 50 cents a foot, Rick brass Sent from my iPad > On Jan 19, 2015, at 11:26, Dennis C. via CnC-List > wrote: > > Walmart, Lowes and Home Depot all have the "D" shape EPDM gasket material in > their weatherstripping area. I think the brands ar

Re: Stus-List Teak stain?

2015-01-20 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
using Starbright teak oil from WM to maintain the teak on both the 25 and the 38, but wil use Watco in the future. Particularly since I found someone who sells quarts on EBay for half the local price and less than the Starbright. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Jan 19, 2015, at 09:21, Nate Fles

Re: Stus-List C&C 30 one design

2015-01-20 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
ZCC is C&C Yachts..NOTL plant I think 30 is model 671 is hull number M81 is 81 model E is the keel laid down (production started) in December 1980 (boat model years start in September, like cars, so boats started in August of a given year (A) are the next model year) Rick B

Re: Stus-List C&C 30 one design

2015-01-21 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
articular model year has paperwork created during the model year. If the paperwork is created before the model year begins, which does happen, it will be the date the paperwork was created. Bill Bina On 1/20/2015 9:57 PM, Rick Brass via CnC-List wrote: ZCC is C&C Yachts..NOTL plant I think 3

Stus-List Need help identifying a book

2015-01-24 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
lenge organized in Chesapeake Bay. (See, this is at least tangentially sailing related) I vaguely recall that the name of the boat was "Muskrat". or that "Muskrat" figured into the title of the book. Can anyone help me with the name of the book and the author? Thanks. R

Re: Stus-List Cunningham

2015-01-25 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
”. After all, if you are reefed you are pulling a lot of tension on the sail to flatten it in higher wind – or there would be not much point in reefing. 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

Re: Stus-List Universal M4-30

2015-01-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
The Universal was a “drop in” with the same footprint as an A4, If I’m not mistaken. Same thing with the newer 4-cyl M35B that is in my 38. I should think it was a tight fit in a 29, but doable. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com

Re: Stus-List Latest Chartplotters

2015-01-30 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the years, so I suppose that’s sort of an Android vs. iOS thing and not a real difference in capabilities. Andy, do you mean WiFi or Bluetooth? The newer Garmin plotters will also interface with a tablet using Bluetooth. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc

Re: Stus-List State of the Battery

2015-02-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
enerally $24 to $40 less. I kept looking short while, and actually bought the one I installed for under $100 - and it came with a small solar panel that I use to maintain the batteries on my 25. New in the box, the functionality I needed, and a bargain to boot. What can I say, I'm chea

Re: Stus-List State of the Battery

2015-02-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
NTREX-LINK-PRO-BATTERY-MONITOR-/271762770509?pt=Bo at_Parts_Accessories_Gear <http://www.ebay.com/itm/XANTREX-LINK-PRO-BATTERY-MONITOR-/271762770509?pt=B oat_Parts_Accessories_Gear&hash=item3f4652ca4d&vxp=mtr> &hash=item3f4652ca4d&vxp=mtr Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Rigging Question

2015-02-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
bolt TIGHTLY, using a NyLok nut to keep it from loosening. 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 Tim Goodyear via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 3:44 PM To:

Re: Stus-List Mounting Outboard Bracket

2015-02-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the transom as practical. I have a ½ thick marine plywood backing plate inside my transom, and oversized stainless fender washers under the nuts on the mounting bolts for the motor bracket. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf

Re: Stus-List Garhauer Rigid Boom Vang

2015-02-10 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
stainless tangs. I think it cost about $50 plus shipping. 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 Sam Salter via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2015 11:11 AM To: prf...@g

Re: Stus-List Window Installation - 1985 41

2015-02-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
I have no real experience with the glued in portlight solutions and I'm happy with my simple, cheap, durable, but not stylish aluminum frames. I just wanted to remind the group about why the frameless portlights were glued in by C&C in the first place. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On

Re: Stus-List Folding/feathering Props

2015-02-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
will keep the blades folded out. That said, any folding prop does take a bit of getting used to. They all have idiosyncrasies compared to a fixed prop setup. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Feb 12, 2015, at 10:59, Wally Kowal via CnC-List > wrote: > > Alan, > > I have

Re: Stus-List Landfall 38 lift muffler

2015-02-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
interested drop me a line and I’ll make you a heck of a deal. I can send dimensions and photos. 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 PME via CnC-List Sent: Monday, Feb

Re: Stus-List Window Installation - 1985 41

2015-02-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
3M makes a product just for removing silicone residue. Acetone doesn't really work very well. Even with the 3M product, getting all the residue off is a fastidious process but essential if you are going to get anything else to stick. And as someone else said, don't even think of 5200. It won't

Re: Stus-List Need help from a fellow Cnc listers in Florida

2015-02-20 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
three repair yards/ marinas/ machine shops that are recommended for this type of repair in Georgetown. With all the boats in that area, surely there is a yard that can handle the whole process competently, and with a lot less hassle. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc

Re: Stus-List Barient Winch Spares

2015-02-21 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
zes. The kit to convert my Barient 32s is about $600 per winch, but a similar sized Lewmar or Harken winch is between $2k and $3k and a used Barient 32ST is a grand or more, when you can find one. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC From: Cn

Re: Stus-List Barient winches.

2015-02-21 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
I cut a hole in the bottom of a suitably large cardboard box and set it down over the winch before starting disassembly. No parts jump overboard and if I spill grease it stays in the box, not on the deck. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washin

Re: Stus-List Refilling 10 lb propane tank

2015-02-21 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
tanks went into effect. Just try to find anyone who fills tanks for BBQ grills that actually understands the rules. There is no point in trying to fill a boat tank without an OPV. Rick Brass Boat owner for 20+ years Engineering manager for two forklift manufacturers for 11 of them From

Re: Stus-List Furling the main

2015-02-23 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
topping lift gets tangled in the backstay when you tack or gybe, and (3) you need to remember to play with the topping lift when you adjust outhaul, Cunningham, etc. to adjust sail shape in changing wind conditions. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washin

Re: Stus-List Batteries -- Flooded, Sealed or AGM?

2015-02-26 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
acity and cost 15% less than the AGM. Two Exide or Interstate 27 deep cycle batteries in parallel would have the same capacity as two of these AGM GC2s wired in series and cost about half as much. These particular AGM batteries don't look like a particularly good value to me. Good luck

Re: Stus-List Batteries -- Flooded, Sealed or AGM?

2015-02-26 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
sulfate during longer periods of storage. 3) Hydrogen and oxygen gas from electrolysis at higher charge rates. Electrolysis isn't usually much of a factor at normal charge rates. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Josh Muckley via CnC

Re: Stus-List Starting Battery

2015-02-26 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
higher. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Edd Schillay via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 8:33 PM To: Dennis C. Cc: CnClist Subject: Re: Stus-List Starting Battery Dennis, Define "smaller" -- I have a Universal M

Re: Stus-List Starting Battery

2015-02-26 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
starters on two or three cars that were cranked for too long. The need for high CCAs is vastly overrated. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Josh Muckley via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 8:42 PM To: C&C List; Edd Schillay Sub

Re: Stus-List Starting Battery

2015-02-26 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
urs on the hook between engine use. If your need lighter weight or smaller batteries for racing or day sailing, go with a smaller marine start battery like a group 24. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Josh Muckley via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, F

Re: Stus-List cockpit drains freezing

2015-02-26 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Another thing you should change is your yard, if you use the same yard for winter storage. Part of the process for launching, before the Travel Lift straps are removed from under the boat, should be to go below to check for leaks and to “burp” the shaft seal if that is needed. From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Garhauer Rigid Boom Vang

2015-03-04 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
as gee whiz as a windward sheeting setup, but it is also very strong, very effective, and 1/3 the cost. And you just can’t beat the service. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Peter Fell via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday

Re: Stus-List Garhauer Rigid Boom Vang

2015-03-05 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
. Let’s keep it a secret, just among us C&C folks. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Marek Dziedzic via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, March 04, 2015 4:12 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Garhauer R

Re: Stus-List Traveler Blocks on 38-3

2015-03-05 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
recommends. 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 Douglas Mountjoy via CnC-List Sent: Thursday, March 05, 2015 1:24 PM To: Mike Flannery; cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject:

Re: Stus-List spinnaker pole, trending to whisker pole

2015-03-07 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
g it. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Mar 6, 2015, at 21:07, Barbara Hickson Fellers via CnC-List > wrote: > > I have a spinnaker pole onboard as well as a Forespar adjustable whisker > pole, both stored on deck. Could I not just use the whisker pole at the > allowa

Re: Stus-List Garhauer Sheet Lead System

2015-03-09 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
r forward and it will be hard to get the car aft when you need foot of the sail to be really flat. If you are interested, I can send a couple of photos of my arrangement to you off the list. Rick Brass Imzadi C&C 38 mk 2 la Belle Aurore C&C 25 mk1 Washington, NC -Original Messag

Re: Stus-List Hull color inquiry

2016-03-28 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
and cove moldings, and a red transom. I’ve added Jockey Red canvas to the mix. And like the combination so much I will just get the color scheme replicated when I have the boat repainted. Guess I’m only a little bit sacrilegious. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails now sun cover

2016-03-28 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
before and removed after each race. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of David Knecht via CnC-List Sent: Monday, March 28, 2016 10:41 PM To: CnC CnC discussion list Cc: David Knecht Subject: Re: Stus-List Rolly Tasker Sails now

Re: Stus-List A&H hatch seal

2016-03-31 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Several weeks ago I sent a post indicating that I have about 12 feet of ½” EPDM seal cord left over from rebuilding my A&H foredeck hatch. Free to a good home. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via

Re: Stus-List A&H hatch seal

2016-03-31 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Can mail it tomorrow morning. It will probably fit into a medium flat rate box – or maybe even an envelope. Give me your preferred mailing address off list, Joel. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC

Re: Stus-List Gasket?

2016-03-31 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Are you really sure you want to seal around the new sole? How will the water get into the bilge when someone comes below in wet foulies, or drops the teapot, or inadvertently leaves the water inlet to the head unclosed when out sailing? Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List

Re: Stus-List LED Nav Lights

2016-04-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
, are aground, etc. isn’t called an “Anchor Light” – even though that is what I have marked on the switch. That is referred to as an All-around white light in the ColRegs. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill Coleman via CnC

Re: Stus-List Remove silicone

2016-04-02 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
erly adhere to the hatch frame if there is any silicone residue (which there was, thanks to the PO). Perhaps the folks at Sika can tell you the name of the product. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Franklin Schenk via

Re: Stus-List Remove silicone

2016-04-03 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
That's the stuff I was thinking of. Thanks, Bill Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of BillBinaList via CnC-List Sent: Sunday, April 03, 2016 7:39 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: BillBinaList Subject: Re: Stus-List R

Re: Stus-List GPS

2016-04-04 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
Any tablet that is capable of getting cellular data must have an internal GPS, just like a cell phone. There does not need to be a cellular data link for the internal GPS to work. I'm sending this message on an older iPad that has never been connected to a cellular network. Rick Brass

Re: Stus-List LED Nav Lights

2016-04-04 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
, but I’ve seen masthead lights affixed to a bracket on the top of the wheelhouse on a trawler, and to the strut holding the radar antenna on a tug, and those don’t count as a masts in my book. Rick Brass From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Bill Coleman via CnC

Re: Stus-List Batteries all charged up?

2016-04-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
should not be overtaxed. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, April 06, 2016 4:11 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Chuck Gilchrest Subject: Stus-List Batteries all charged up? Does

Re: Stus-List Automatic Charging Relay

2016-04-06 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
running. YMMV, since the software that controls the output current and voltage of each leg of the charger can vary by manufacturer. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of John Pennie via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, April 06, 2016

Re: Stus-List Boom fittings for reefing attachments

2016-04-08 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
down, it tensions the new foot of the reefed sail. Rick Brass Sent from my iPad > On Apr 8, 2016, at 10:02, Gary Nylander via CnC-List > wrote: > > On my ancient 30-1, the factory installed two stout pad-eyes on the port side > of the boom and two cheek blocks on the opposit

Re: Stus-List Running Rigging Diagram

2016-04-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
mast and the toe rail. Or you can buy someone’s cast off soft vang or 4:1 mainsheet on EBay for chump change and keep it for a preventer. Which is what I did for a preventer for my 38. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of An

Re: Stus-List Preventer

2016-04-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
lon 3-strand for the preventers with no problems. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of robert via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2016 2:33 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: robert Subject: Stus-List Preventer Bob said "

Re: Stus-List Preventer

2016-04-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
the shock load is not much higher than the force on the sail before the gybe. Rick Brass Washington, NC From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Joel Aronson via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2016 2:36 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Joel Aronson

Re: Stus-List Preventer

2016-04-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
A preventer is intended to prevent the boom from moving in an accidental gybe - hence the name. If you are doing a controlled gybe, the process is to release the preventer, use the mainsheet to pull the boom back on center, then gybe, then ease the mainsheet, then reset the preventer on the other

Re: Stus-List Running Rigging Diagram

2016-04-12 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
I think he means “Bail”. Why are nautical terms NEVER in spell checkers? From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Russ & Melody via CnC-List Sent: Tuesday, April 12, 2016 9:24 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Russ & Melody Subject: Re: Stus-List Running Rigging D

Re: Stus-List Head Plumbing

2016-04-18 Thread Rick Brass via CnC-List
close all my seacocks a couple of times a year to make sure they are moving freely and they remain open the rest of the time; though I know there are some on the list who close all the thru hulls when they leave the boat for a week or two as insurance against a hose leak. Rick Brass From

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