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Re: M_Boats: wiring diagram
by Harvey Wilson 17 May '04

17 May '04

Hi Connie.. >>I see no reason why a mast top mounted antenna and it's coax cable couldn't be plugged into the same radio antenna connection.<< The connector that I bought for my HH C/Band fits my HH Uniden as well (after removing the duck whip) My only thought would be a proper impedance match twixt HH and masthead antenna. If the impedance doesn't match, there may be enough power loss to negate the benefit of the external antenna. So, yes...it's a good idea to talk to the service/techsupport dept<GG> Harvey/Ga M-17 Stargazer #294

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Neptune 24 for sale, North Idaho
by Gary M. Hyde 17 May '04

17 May '04

To those interested: My Neptune 24 sailboat is for sale/sail. The asking price is $6900, but will consider reasonable offers. The web sites for info and pictures are, respectively: http://homepage.mac.com/gmhyde1/Neptune24.htm http://homepage.mac.com/gmhyde1/N24Pix/N24Pix.html --Gary Hyde M15 #235 'Vanilla' N24 'Sailabration'

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17 May '04

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winch disassembly photos
by htmills＠bright.net 16 May '04

16 May '04

Today for the first time I disassembled and oiled Busca's Lewmar #6 winches. They were simpler than I expected: http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-01.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-02.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-03.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-04.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-05.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-06.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-07.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-08.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-09.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-10.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Lewmar6-11.jpg This re-wiring business is taking longer than I was hoping: spent 4 hours today doing nothing but wiring the masthead light (removing the old tri-color wiring and swim noodles, fishing the new wire through) and naturally the old thru-deck plug disintegrated when I disassembled it so I have to get a new one. Tomorrow I mock up the boom tent for the canvas guy and depending on how much time is left, wire up the fishfinder, etc... Is it sailing season yet? :o) Tod

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whipping pics, splice pic, etc
by htmills＠bright.net 15 May '04

15 May '04

Here is a series of photos showing how I whip the ends of my lines. There is more than one way to do it; this is just how I learned in 4-H. It is easy enough and seems to do the job: http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping01.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping02.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping03.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping04.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping05.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping06.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping07.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping08.jpg http://www.bright.net/~htmills/Whipping09.jpg And here is a photo of a three-strand to chain splice I did recently. The lack of a thimble seems to cause some concern in some circles; following the photo link is a link to some test results that New England Ropes did for West Marine: http://www.bright.net/~htmills/rode.jpg http://www.ussailing.org/safety/Studies/1994ropechainsplice.htm#The%20Test%2 0Samples ********************* I was just noticing a tag that was on the Taylor Big B fenders I bought and according to the tag, the two 8x20 fenders that Busca sports are supposed to go with a boat 25'-45'......LOL The four 10x26 fenders I bought for the Tartan 26 are supposed to be good for 40'-60' boats! Tod M17 #408 BuscaBrisas

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Re: M_Boats: wiring diagram
by chbenneck＠juno.com 14 May '04

14 May '04

Hi Harvey, FWIW: My STANDARD hand held VHF radio has a screw in flexible antenna. I see no reason why a mast top mounted antenna and it's coax cable couldn't be plugged into the same radio antenna connection. Why not call the Service Department of your radio manufacturer and ask them if it can be done, and how............? Connie

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Re: M_Boats: Apostle Islands
by bownez＠juno.com 14 May '04

14 May '04

Hi Doug, Living in Mpls, Mn, I have traveled to and sailed the Apostles many times. It has mainly been chartering larger boats out of Port Superior which is just south of Bayfield. I have sailed C+C's, Catalinas, Pearsons, and an Island Packet through the charterhouse. When I found my M17 in 1996, it was in that area. My trial sail with her was in October (beautiful day) and sailed from Little Sand Bay on the mainland out to and around Sand and York Islands. The Apostles are absolutely beautiful and it is mainly sailboats in the area. Lots of anchoring on the lee sides of the islands and Bayfield has a quaint New England feel to it. Keep in mind you are dealing with lake Superior so watch the weather closely and the water is VERY cold. Have a great time, I may be up there second week of June. Later, Bones ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

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Re: M_Boats: Rudder, M23 ID
by bownez＠juno.com 13 May '04

13 May '04

HI Howard, That would be mine sir. Hull #75, 1979. Bones ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

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wiring diagram
by Harvey Wilson 13 May '04

13 May '04

>>I think this question was posted to the list a couple years ago and at the time, the answer was "no" . . . But given the fast-paced evolution of technology, I'll ask it again: Does any manufacturer make a hand-held to which you can attach a coax for a mast-mount antenna, to increase its range (not that you'd necessarily NEED to)?<< I've used an adapter to connect my HH CB to an antenna on the car roof when travelling...it also plugs into my Marine Uniden HH, but I've no mast antenna to test it out. I see no reason why you couldn't get an adapter to connect a mast mounted antenna. My only question is....would the impedance match?? This one came from Radio Shack. Both connectors on my HH's are "N" connectors, IIRC. Best to take your HH to Rat Shack and get it fitted. Shouldn't cost more'n a few $$$. Harvey/Ga M-17 Stargazer #294

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transmission cooler
by Harvey Wilson 13 May '04

13 May '04

>>I'm considering a '95 6-cyl. 4X2 (2-wheel-drive) Dodge Dakota Magnum with an automatic transmission. Will I need a transmission cooler?<< I installed a tranny cooler when I had U-haul install the hitch on my 3L '92 Ford Aerostar. It was rated at 3500 pounds towing, IIRC. I decided that the cooler would be good insurance. I now tow with a '99 Nissan Pathfinder, towing cap. of 5000 pounds. They said that it had a factory cooler that was bigger then the standard cooler. If you can swing the extra $$$, I'd ger the cooler, if only for peace of mind/insurance.

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