PS Advisor: 01/06
Saildrive CorrosionI purchased a 1983 Sweden 41 in September, 1999. Since that time I have had to purchase three saildrives because of corrosion. I...
Mailport: 01/06
Storm Preparation?I was struck by a few things about the enclosed photo taken when Hurricane Katrina hit Florida, and I recall your magazine...
PS Advisor: 12/05
Cleaning SailsI've been a reader of PS for years and I never start a job on my 1983 Hunter 27 without consulting your...
Mailport: 12/05
Cotter Pins vs. Rings When I get a different boat, the first thing I always do is replace all the cotter pins in the...
PS Advisor: 11/15/05
Holding TanksI'm planning to install a holding tank in my Pearson Vanguard. I've spent a little time researching the options, but I'm having trouble...
Mailport: 11/15/05
VHF Headphones or Speakers? I can't recall you mentioning the usefulness of a jack for a headset or external speaker. Some years ago we...
PS Advisor: 11/01/05
Non-Skid AlternativesI have a 1989 Nordic 44 with slightly recessed (1/16") areas on deck. These originally had glued on non-skid mats. Due to normal...
Mailport: 11/01/05
Marine Surveyors I have used surveyors on wood, steel, and fiberglass boats and I've learned that caveat emptor rules my choices. I still use...
PS Advisor: 10/15/05
High-Tech LifelinesI have a Pearson 323 and was inquiring of Layline, the retail outlet, about the replacement of my stainless lifelines with Spectra line....
Mailport: 10/15/05
Jackline Redux I'd like to add my tuppence worth regarding the choice between wire and webbing or line for safety jacklines.That PS Advisor reply...
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