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...
Mailport: 04/01/04
Furler Follow-UpRegarding the discussion on Alado furlers in the February 1, 2004issue, Aladocanada, the Canadian agent, has a separate website. The contact is www.aladocanada.ca....
PS Advisor: 03/04
Back to Diesel Revving In a January 1 PS Advisor, the question of revving a diesel upon ending a run was addressed. I am...
Mailport: 03/04
Marine vs. Aviation LiferaftsI just read the article on the Switlik Rescue Pod 4 . In the past, you have said that having the...
PS Advisor: 02/15/04
Mainsail StreaksI have my first new boat-a 24-footer-with new sails, the works. Is there a way, when running before the wind, to keep the...
Mailport: 02/15/04
Teak Treatment All-StarsI think there is something wrong with your teak finish tests,as youreport white streaks developing under my finish.This usually indicates delamination, and...
PS Advisor: 02/01/04
Anchoring Hand SignalsYour recent article on anchoring prompted a discussion among friends. Is there an agreed-upon set of hand signals for anchoring, between...
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