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Electrical Systems & Electronics / Re: Yanmar instrument panel replacement

« on: September 06, 2016, 03:43:41 PM »

Thank for your input.

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Electrical Systems & Electronics / Yanmar instrument panel replacement

« on: September 01, 2016, 05:36:28 PM »

I have a 3YM30 Yanmar Diesel engine with an old style b-type instrument panel. The panel only has a tach and idiot lights on it. The panel needs to be replaced. I am looking for a replacement panel now, but I would be up for upgrading to a better panel with gauges for oil pressure battery etc.  Has anyone replaced an old b-type panel with newer type. How difficult was it to install and how expensive is the upgrade. I know I'm asking a lot but I've gotten great information in the past.

Thanks Wayne

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New Member Introductions / Re: New Owner

« on: August 16, 2016, 03:54:37 PM »

Welcome to the forum. I purchased Ginger Grey (#98) last year and my wife and I have been having a blast sailing her. The people on this forum have given a lot of help to me getting her ready to sail.

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Re: Spinnaker sheets

« on: July 28, 2016, 05:50:56 PM »

I like the tracker also. Thanks for posting the website.

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Re: Spinnaker sheets

« on: July 23, 2016, 09:58:39 PM »

I'm going to take this one step at a time as this is new to me. I have a 150% Tru Radical Asymmetrical Spinnaker. My spinnaker has a turtle with a steel ring that is rigged inside a sleeve so the lines won't foul. I don't have spinnaker winches so I will have to use the jib winches they are sized for 7/16" rope. There is a ratcheted sheave attached to the railing that should give me control for the tack line.

I thought about attaching the tack block to the anchor bracket. I wondered if the tension was within parameters so that the anchor bracket would hold.

I have a pair of sheet blocks that are adjustable within the sliding track, dedicated to the spinnaker sheets. In the past I have run my jib sheets to the windward winch to make it easier to adjust trim when sailing alone. I can adjust everything from the high side. The leeward winch acts as a change of direction block. I thought about rigging this way and taking the spinnaker sheet to the leeward winch.
I'm just thinking through this process on paper at the moment.

I am leaning toward using a 3/8" braided polyester line for the sheets. I think the heavier line would work better for my old arthritic hands. As to Ed's question, I have parred beads for the tack.

I appreciate the response Selene an Dolce_Vita. I will post my progress as I prepare my boat for the spinnaker. Wayne

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Spinnaker sheets

« on: July 23, 2016, 11:35:09 AM »

I am preparing to rig my asymmetric spinnaker on my 323. I'm trying to decide on the line and line size (5/16 or 3/8). This is new to me so any suggestions would be appreciated. My boat has a spinnaker halyard so that is not an issue.

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Re: Putting in new handrails

« on: July 03, 2016, 09:51:13 AM »

Ed, I think I will try the screws first. I can always go back and through bolt.

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Deck Mounted Hardware / Putting in new handrails

« on: July 02, 2016, 08:46:46 AM »

I am in the process of replacing the handrails on my newly purchased 323 (hull 98). The bolts just spun when I tried to remove them and I couldn't find access to the nuts below.  I began by cutting the bolts and letting the nuts nuts fall through to where ever they go. I used a 3/4" tapered bit and drilled the holes out. I then used West System resin and filler to make a paste that I packed into the holes.

I plan to drill into the mount and then secure the handrail with stainless steel screws (probably #14). It seems that this was my best option. I will let you know how I make out. Has anyone else tried this method or something similar?