Mailport: 07/01/04

Knife ReduxBeing a fan of a good, sharp edge for many years, I read with great interest your recent review of sailing knives ....

PS Advisor: 06/04

Saildrive Pros and ConsDo you have any information on the care and maintenance of sail-drives?Do you consider saildrives in general to be a viable...

Mailport: 06/04

MultimetersOne aspect of digital multimeters you did not mention in your April 15 article is their sensitivity to salt water. I had first-hand experience...

PS Advisor: 05/15/04

Resale Value of RepoweringWe own a 1975 Tartan 34C, still powered with the original Farymann R30 (V2) diesel engine. In its 28 years of...

Mailport: 05/15/04

One More on Solder/Crimp Soldering has a long history in electrical engineering and in a good manyapplications it is well nigh indispensable....

PS Advisor: 05/01/04

Sailplan Balancing ActYour February 1 editorial on the benefits of small, self-tending headsails is thought-provoking. As I enter my golden years, I like the...

Mailport: 05/01/04

KnivesHaving read your recent article concerning sailor's knives in the March '04 issue, I forward a comment. To obtain superior performance, one usually has...

PS Advisor: 04/15/04

Stuffing Box HoseIve been scouring the Web to try and find what the specs are for stuffing box hose. I know one shouldn't use...

Mailport: 04/15/04

Rescue Laser FlareThank you for the very informative review on the Rescue Laser Flare in the February 15 issue of Practical Sailor. I fully...

PS Advisor: 04/01/04

Outboard FlushingI have just purchased a Suzuki four- horse, four-stroke motor. The manual says that after each use it is important to flush...

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