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Forum: Monohull Sailboats 05-11-2021, 08:43
Replies: 42
Views: 5,785
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Buying boat that is out of water for the winter

I would think you can test engine quite easily on the hard on your own or with mechanic.
As for sails, just have a nearby loft come remove sails and lay them out in a loft for inspection. North did...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 24-10-2021, 22:07
Replies: 7
For Sale: SD20 Sail Drive
Views: 4,613
Posted By Sailathon
Re: SD20 Sail Drive

Can you tell me if you still have SD 20 saildrive
as well as parts like boot or do I need to buy that from Yanmar dealer? I have a 2012 sailboat which it could work on with my yanmar 2Ym 15.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 03-06-2021, 09:51
Replies: 61
Views: 8,413
Posted By Sailathon
Re: I could use some advice choosing a sailboat

Hi
I read your posting. Your dream plans for world travel may change when you actually get out sailing. Sailing is slow and weather dependent.

Your budget is fine and even more generous than...
Forum: Construction, Maintenance & Refit 18-05-2021, 09:18
Replies: 45
Views: 9,020
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Help me find a fix for this keel bulge

To fix this keel, you should find a yard to pull keel off. There is a weak stub which is the bilge area as seen by horizontal separation.

Rebuild the keel stub itself with all new solid epoxy,...
Forum: Plumbing Systems and Fixtures 23-04-2021, 10:25
Replies: 12
Views: 2,022
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Fresh water tank refurbish

I would use new Plastimo flexible water tank
50 Liter is $89 at Defender. 75x75 cm
drill holes in old tank allowing fill line and water feed lines (to sink in direction of sink) so you can never...
Forum: Engines and Propulsion Systems 19-02-2021, 09:40
Replies: 26
Views: 6,931
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Tohatsu 3.5Hp Starting Issues

I had similar problems with Tahatsu 3.5.
Took first issue to mechanic. He changed carb
since after cleaning still could not make it work.
Then I had same issue again. Bought a new carb
and...
Forum: General Classifieds (no boats) 15-02-2021, 10:46
Replies: 7
Views: 999
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Furuno CRT Radar Units

What is the year for the 7 inch radar
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 29-01-2021, 08:41
Replies: 52
Views: 6,230
Posted By Sailathon
Re: In Production 22 - 25 ft sailboats...

I would consider an S-2 7.9 (26 feet) with retractable keel . It has a head. Also can ramp launch as well as step mast with gin pole. Has bunk for overnighting. Sails well and since it has...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-01-2021, 09:39
Replies: 17
Views: 2,043
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Broker recommendation for Rhode Island

Another very good broker is in Manchester MA
New Wave Yachts: Bump Wilcox. 603-867-3130

McMichael’s: RI broker: Rick Fleig (401) 743-6318
Forum: Training, Licensing & Certification 20-01-2021, 08:55
Replies: 33
Views: 3,288
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Help me select the first training sailboat to start with

I would suggest a different path for someone who is new and an IT guy. Buy an older (1990's) J-22 for about $3000. The J-22 is used as a training boat at many sailing centers like Sail Maine since...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 27-07-2020, 09:27
Replies: 32
Views: 3,560
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Advice for first sailboat

My advice: j -37 very solid boat and fast
Also within your budget.
Forum: General Sailing Forum 21-05-2018, 10:14
Replies: 14
Views: 2,344
Posted By Sailathon
Re: wanted: 2-3 days of sailing with skipper

I am in RI. East Greenwich but will be going to Maine in late July in a race from Marblehead to Boothbay where I own a house with a mooring My boat is a j-100 (33’)with a bowsprit. It is one full day...
Forum: Auxiliary Equipment & Dinghy 10-04-2018, 08:35
Replies: 37
Views: 7,033
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Advice on Outboard Choice (HP) for Dinghy (Family of 4 - 2 small kids)

Stay away from Tohatsu or mercury since I have 3.5 4 stroke and had to replace carberator twice. Hondo 2 HP with no reverse
is LIGHT. You need light since you intend to bring it on board all the...
Forum: Our Community 04-11-2017, 09:12
Replies: 23
Views: 3,326
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Need Help Finding a Boat!

You may want to look at S2 9.1 if you want a fast
cruiser. It beats to weather very well. About 30 feet with good headroom has diesel engine.
Less room below but also fast is J-30. One is being...
Forum: Atlantic & the Caribbean 08-05-2017, 08:34
Replies: 13
Views: 2,359
Posted By Sailathon
Re: Rhode Island to Maine 1 week of June

Go up Buzzards Bay
Go through cape cod canal(sails down)
Go straight toward PTown(stay left)
Watch out for whales after PTown
Aim for Portland area.
Boothbay Harbor is a good mid point
Carosel...
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