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...
PS Advisor: 10/01/05
Leaking ChainplatesI recently purchased a San Juan 7.7. I continually get water leakage at the point where the chainplates go through the deck....
Mailport: 10/01/05
COB Response Congratulations to John Rousmaniere for working so hard to save lives at sea. Having been around boats much of my life, and...
PS Advisor: 09/05
Remote Units for VHF RadiosYour July 15 issue review of fixed-mount VHF radios didn't address one common problem. When I'm on board alone, at...
Mailport: 09/05
Speedseal Response The cover plate on my Yanmar 3JH2E is aft of the pump and about two inches ahead of the starter motor, making...
PS Advisor: 08/15/05
Watermakers and ToxinsI was in the process of buying a Little Wonder watermaker when a fellow sailor in my marina questioned the wisdom of...
Mailport: 08/15/05
Ronstan RecallRonstan, the Australian-based manufacturer of sailhandling equipment, has recalled its Series 60 and 75 All Purpose Stainless Steel Cheek Blocks with universal head...
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