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Deck Mounted Hardware / Removal of hand rails on coach roof

« on: December 16, 2015, 11:12:09 AM »

Has anyone done this? It looks like the headliner needs to come out but looks to be no access to the forward 2 or 3 bolts unless there is room to reach in there after headliner is removed. Any information appreciated. Thanks.

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Re: which Loos gauge?

« on: June 25, 2015, 07:18:21 AM »

I bit the bullet and bought the pt3 gauge and it arrived with no scale attached so I had to send it back. I've gotten the replacement and am going down this weekend to adjust the tension with the gauge and then sail the boat to mdo any final adjustments.

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Re: which Loos gauge?

« on: June 04, 2015, 08:49:14 AM »

I never had much luck with the cheaper style.  Too difficult to make repeatable measurements, and you can't just read it as you adjust.
I always borrowed one of the (much) more expensive PT-3s.  Wish they cost less:(.

do you recall the wire sizes of our boats? I was hoping the pt2 would cover it. Thanks for the input

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Re: which Loos gauge?

« on: June 03, 2015, 03:21:56 PM »

What wire sizes does the gauge you have measure? Defender has the better gauge on sale now.

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / which Loos gauge?

« on: June 03, 2015, 07:38:24 AM »

I need to check and adjust the standing rigging. Would like to know which gauge you are using and how you like the operation. Thanks.

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Engine and Drive Train / prop shaft removal

« on: April 20, 2015, 01:19:44 PM »

Do i just loosen the pinch bolt and lock bolts to loosen shaft at transmission? Or do i need to jack that collar off with the longer bolts.

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Interior Structures / Re: formica replacement

« on: December 01, 2014, 08:25:56 AM »

Thanks for the link. I  ordered 4 samples including the dover and sail. I did go to both lowes and home despot but no stock and no one was able to even say they were able to order. I'll report back on match up of the swatches when they show up. Thanks.

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Interior Structures / formica replacement

« on: December 01, 2014, 06:52:11 AM »

Im rebuilding the pedestal that the head sits on and it's covered in a white laminate that looks to have some sort of wood veneer as a backing. I've built a new pedestal out of ply and epoxy and would like to recover it in the same material. Does anyone know what it is and where i might find it? I've looked at the big box stores but can't find anything similar. They do sell wilsonart sheets but it doesnt appear to be the same and i'm not sure if it's compatible with epoxy. Any info appreciated.

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Re: relocate shower sump

« on: September 17, 2014, 05:44:25 AM »

Thanks for the info and picture I like that setup you have. Is it very difficult to remove the original sump?

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / relocate shower sump

« on: September 16, 2014, 02:37:07 PM »

I'd like to move the sump forward to free up space. Can anyone tell me how the sump is attached to the hull? Any info appreciated.  Thanks.

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Anchor Windlass Project

« on: February 09, 2014, 05:33:40 PM »

I have no experience with a windlass. The vertical option looks much easier to implement but I would like to use the existing locker for rode storage. Do you have to use a chain pipe with a vertical windlass?

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / cunningham?

« on: February 09, 2014, 04:06:46 PM »

Does anyone have a cunningham rigged on their 323?

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Electrical Systems & Electronics / Rate Compass location

« on: September 26, 2013, 10:14:38 AM »

Hi, was wondering where you located your rate compass in the boat? Any info appreciated.

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Engine and Drive Train / Folding Prop users

« on: September 10, 2013, 09:24:39 AM »

Hi is anyone using a folding prop? I'm looking into purchasing one and wanted to get information, advice, experience from anyone who is using one. I'm leaning towards the flexofold after reading the PS review of folding and feathering props. Thanks.

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / OK to install bushings in boom gooseneck fitting?

« on: July 17, 2013, 09:06:37 AM »

I've got the end fittings removed from the boom to have them powdercoated while I have the mast unstepped. The hole in the boom fitting that gets attached via a stainless pin into the gooseneck has a good bit of wear in it. I'm not sure the excessive play is really an issue but I don't like it. I could install 1/2" bronze bushings in the casting by reaming the existing holes out to accept them. The only change would be the need to fabricate a longer pin to account for the extra width due to the flanges on the bushings. Advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.