PS Advisor: 07/15/02
Foul Freshwater TanksMy freshwater tanks have become contaminated. The water smells foul. What can I flush the tanks out with to kill whatever is...
Mailport: 07/15/02
Anti-CorrosionRe: "Corrosion Inhibitors," PS May 1: After 13 years of living aboard I havedeveloped favorites in solving corrosion problems, and probably misused many as...
PS Advisor: 07/01/02
Bronze vs. Plastic SeacocksAs a long-time subscriber, I have often read your advice column. Now I could use some. I am replacing through-hull fittings...
Mailport: 07/01/02
Spirit of Joel WhiteI enjoyed very much your discussion of super-capable sailing electronics, and unnecessary equipment, and how they have taken over the simplicity...
PS Advisor: 06/02
Fender BoardsYou guys seem to have the best advice on every aspect of boating; so thought I'd try my luck with my favorite newsletter...
Mailport: 06/02
Plastics vs. WeatherFirst of all, I want to say what a pleasure it is to be getting Practical Sailor. I am very pleased with...
Mailport: 05/01/02
More Diesel ExhaustHaving read your February 1 article on diesel engine likes and dislikes, I wondered what I was missing. Did these guys know...
Mailport: 05/15/02
Radar RiposteThe article "To See and Be Seen" (February 15), contains the following quotation from a Yachting Monthly article: "within a two-mile range, most...
PS Advisor: 05/15/02
Deep vs. Shoal KeelsI have been considering purchase of an Ericson 32-200. Two options are available: shoal or competition keel. The competition configuration has...
PS Advisor: 05/01/02
Pitted Iron KeelI am a new owner of a 1980s-era Beneteau First 32 with a cast iron (I believe) fin keel that is showing...
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