<![CDATA[Cruisers & Sailing Forums]]> http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/ Cruisers Forum is an online forum community of cruisers from around the world! en Wed, 19 Jun 2013 05:35:16 GMT vBulletin 60 http://cdn.cruisersforum.com/forums/../forums/images/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Cruisers & Sailing Forums]]> http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/ Crew Wanted: Daysailing Boston Harbor http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f30/daysailing-boston-harbor-105919.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:58:10 GMT Looking for a crew member for 3 hour sails out of Boston Harbor. Boat is a Harbor 20. No experience necessary. Looking for a crew member for 3 hour sails out of Boston Harbor. Boat is a Harbor 20. No experience necessary. ]]> rjconway http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f30/daysailing-boston-harbor-105919.html For Sale: 40 ft IOR yacht, John Spencer (NZ) http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/40-ft-ior-yacht-john-spencer-nz-105918.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:59:05 GMT *Yacht DIVA is for sale* Our lovely 12.2m John Spencer designed Admirals Cup IOR yacht is for sale... Yacht DIVA is for sale
Our lovely 12.2m John Spencer designed Admirals Cup IOR yacht is for sale.
Last 3 seasons in the South PAcific 15,000 miles.
This boat has everything.
260W solar panels MPPT
5 x 105Ah AGM batteries
110A Balmar alternator
30 l/hr watermaker
Electric and engine drive frig / freezer
SSB and fixed VHF, 2 x handheld VHF
Cockpit plotter w AIS and charts for South Pacific
Furuno radar
New Eno stove
Extensive refit 2009 incl.
New standing rigging
New dodger
Teak decks removed glassed and painted.

Lying in Kerikeri, New Zealand NZ$140,000 or offer.:thumb:

All details at www.voyagesofDIVA.com ]]> Classified Ads Albro359 http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/40-ft-ior-yacht-john-spencer-nz-105918.html I know this is a stupid question http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f109/i-know-this-is-a-stupid-question-105917.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:45:48 GMT I have to ask. If a listing on Yachtworld says, for instance, *Fuel: 2 (1000)* Does that mean 2 tanks that total 1000 gallons OR 2 tanks with... I have to ask.

If a listing on Yachtworld says, for instance, Fuel: 2 (1000)

Does that mean 2 tanks that total 1000 gallons OR 2 tanks with 1000 gallons each totaling 2000 ]]> Powered Boats GalaxyGirl http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f109/i-know-this-is-a-stupid-question-105917.html For Sale: Hunter 30 Kenyon Spar and Rigging http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/hunter-30-kenyon-spar-and-rigging-105916.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:09:04 GMT Hunter 30 Kenyon Spar and Rigging Located in Central Florida Make Offer! Hunter 30 Kenyon Spar and Rigging
Located in Central Florida
Make Offer! ]]> Classified Ads HOWERTON76 http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/hunter-30-kenyon-spar-and-rigging-105916.html For Sale: Yanmar SB8 Marine Diesel Engine http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/yanmar-sb8-marine-diesel-engine-105915.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:07:13 GMT Yanmar SB8 Marine Diesel Engine Engine starts and runs Located in Central Florida Asking $1199 Yanmar SB8 Marine Diesel Engine - YouTube... Yanmar SB8 Marine Diesel Engine
Engine starts and runs
Located in Central Florida
Asking $1199
Yanmar SB8 Marine Diesel Engine - YouTube ]]> Classified Ads HOWERTON76 http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/yanmar-sb8-marine-diesel-engine-105915.html Crew Wanted: Checklist For Voluntary Crew http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f30/checklist-for-voluntary-crew-105914.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:05:25 GMT If you were looking to crew on a sailboat for open ocean passages, what would be on your safety checklist as you decide whether a particular yacht... If you were looking to crew on a sailboat for open ocean passages, what would be on your safety checklist as you decide whether a particular yacht was a safe bet? What questions would you ask the skipper? Also interested in the flip, what would you look for or ask of your crew? ]]> la vida nueva http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f30/checklist-for-voluntary-crew-105914.html For Sale: 1988 J/35 http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/1988-j-35-a-105913.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:04:07 GMT 1988 J/35 Forsale Currently on the hard with keel off, we have a transport trailer that can be used for a fee or you can bring your own. She has a... 1988 J/35 Forsale

Currently on the hard with keel off, we have a transport trailer that can be used for a fee or you can bring your own. She has a FL title and is located at Monroe Harbour Marina in Sanford, FL. We will be attaching the keel and stepping the mast on June 30, 2013 so if you want to ship this boat by land the time is now. After we launch and rig the boat we will be asking a higher price. PM me for more info and contact info.
Asking $24,999 obo

I will be adding pictures tomorrow ]]> Classified Ads HOWERTON76 http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/1988-j-35-a-105913.html Catalina 400 v Catalina 38 v Island Packet 380 http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/catalina-400-v-catalina-38-v-island-packet-380-a-105912.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:03:51 GMT Thinking of buying one of these 3 boats, mainly for Chesapeake Bay and often single handing. Definitely want in mast furling. Any thoughts would be... Thinking of buying one of these 3 boats, mainly for Chesapeake Bay and often single handing. Definitely want in mast furling. Any thoughts would be welcomed. Thanks. ]]> Monohull Sailboats Skipp Maiden http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/catalina-400-v-catalina-38-v-island-packet-380-a-105912.html Crew Wanted: Vancouver to Chesapeake via Panama http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f30/vancouver-to-chesapeake-via-panama-105911.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:15:43 GMT October, for 5-6 month passage with happy fun times in the Caribbean.

I'm a novice, and I'm finishing a PhD and selling my house to buy a boat in the early fall, and transport it back home to DC. I can use as much help as I can get! :viking:

1935 wooden Falmouth cutter, newly restored by a master boat builder, 33' LOD, heavy, and built for big water.

Looking for experienced sailor(s) to join in all or part of the passage. ]]> Salty Fox http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f30/vancouver-to-chesapeake-via-panama-105911.html Why do sailboats have wire lifelines? http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f116/why-do-sailboats-have-wire-lifelines-105910.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:02:42 GMT Time for new lifelines. Walking around the marina I see all power boats have solid 1" SS tube railings. Its just the sailboats with wire, and the wire is connecting solid 1"SS bow and stern pulpits. Why not connect the pulpits together with tube all the way (except for the boarding gates). I am reminded that when West Marine founder Randy Repass, outfitted his dream sailboat, he choice solid.

Falling overboard and grabbing a nice 1" rail, I know I can get back on board since I do 20 chin-ups a day on a similar sized bar. I couldn't do a single one on a typical lifeline wire.

Intuitively, it seems like going all solid, at least on a cruising sailboat, is a no brainer. But no one does. Why? ]]> Journeyman http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f116/why-do-sailboats-have-wire-lifelines-105910.html For Sale or Trade: Corsair F-28R standing rigging and highfield levers http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/corsair-f-28r-standing-rigging-and-highfield-levers-105909.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:04:37 GMT I've recently converted my 1997 F-28R to synthetic rigging, and I'm selling the original stainless steel shrouds, forestay, bobstay, and highfield levers. All of the cables, turnbuckles, and fittings are in excellent shape, with no signs of corrosion (the boat has spent most of her life on a trailer under a cover...gotta love New England sailing ;-).

Price is $400 or best offer for the whole lot, or may consider offers for just the highfield levers (perfect for adding an inner forestay, they go for over $600 each new).

If you are considering this for something other than an F-28R, the dimensions are (including fittings): forestay is 32'-6", shrouds are 33'-3" each (including closed highfields), and bobstay is 5'-6". All wire cables are 5/16" diameter, and appears to be 9 or 10-strand cable. All pins are 1/2", and highfield levers are constructed of 1/4" stainless steel plate.

Located near Boston, MA. Please PM me if interested, thanks Ben.
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]]> Classified Ads bkibler http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/corsair-f-28r-standing-rigging-and-highfield-levers-105909.html Shipping recommendations needed http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f128/shipping-recommendations-needed-105908.html Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:38:11 GMT Does anyone have a good recommendation for a yacht transport service or personal experience with a transporter in Washington state? Does anyone have a good recommendation for a yacht transport service or personal experience with a transporter in Washington state? ]]> Janet H http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f128/shipping-recommendations-needed-105908.html Anyone have one of these on board? http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f115/anyone-have-one-of-these-on-board-105907.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:45:08 GMT Looking at tackling a new refrigeration project, and wondered if anyone has one of these units (Norcold DE-0061) on their sailboat? I like the idea... Looking at tackling a new refrigeration project, and wondered if anyone has one of these units (Norcold DE-0061) on their sailboat? I like the idea of the efficiency of a top loading refrig/freezer system with a dual evaporator (engine drive and 12 volt DC) but one of these would be much easier to drop in and a lot less work and ultimately cost as well. We have a 51' Hudson Force, so I have plenty of room for it and lots of batteries already, but I was wondering what the power draw in the tropics for this unit will be. (amp hours you are actually seeing used in the carribean).

I am fully aware that the top loading units are more efficient but am looking for feedback on this specific unit. ]]> Plumbing Systems and Fixtures yacht_planb http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f115/anyone-have-one-of-these-on-board-105907.html Want to Buy: small watermaker http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/small-watermaker-105906.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:37:33 GMT want to buy a small watermaker such as pur 40 or 80 reasonable thanks want to buy a small watermaker such as pur 40 or 80 reasonable thanks ]]> Classified Ads mcswain http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f64/small-watermaker-105906.html Pulling new wires through bow pulpit tubing http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f13/pulling-new-wires-through-bow-pulpit-tubing-105905.html Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:34:28 GMT Bow running lights stopped working. Moisture had eaten up the wires right at the exit point on the bow pulpit to a SS plate for light mount. Wires... Bow running lights stopped working. Moisture had eaten up the wires right at the exit point on the bow pulpit to a SS plate for light mount. Wires go inside the tubing horizontally to stbd, then down a vertical tube to the anchor locker. A previous repair was done with yards of electrical tape, essentially binding up the wire as it entered the tubing. It broke off flush with the underside of the deck in the anchor locker. It might be possible to pull the old wires out from the exit point, but there is no way to attach a "mouse" to the other end.

Any brilliant ideas besides a battery operated led or external wiring zip tied the the pulpit? ]]> Marine Electronics dpopken http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f13/pulling-new-wires-through-bow-pulpit-tubing-105905.html