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Boats Plagued by Leaky Ports
When we bought our sloop in 1995, the windows leaked badly. They were fastened with caulking and bolts, and finished with caulking around the...
First Aid for Lead Lesions
I have a 1997 Alerion Express 28 that has a lead keel, and in the course of fairing it this winter, I discovered a defect...
PS Advisor: Harness Crotch Straps
During our testing a of a harness without a crotch strap, the harness did ride up on the victim, but there was no tendency...
PS Advisor: 03/07
Wet-storing a boat over the winter has its pros and cons. Blistering is always more prevalent on boats that remain wet-stored year-round. If left...
Facelift for Saggy Liner
The headliner in my boats cabin is beginning to sag. I have tried to secure it to the overhead again, but I am having...
Iron vs. Lead Ballast
I am shopping for an offshore-capable boat. Among others, I am considering a Cabo Rico 38. Looking through back issues of PS, I noticed...
Sea Nettles Be Gone
Do you have any suggestions for keeping sea nettles out of my intake valve for my onboard air conditioner? The sea nettle infestation in...
Cleaning Fuel Tanks
I own a 22-year-old, 38-foot sloop. I would like to see a report on fuel tank cleaning and maintenance, including an analysis of additives....
PS Advisor: 10/06
Change your soundproofing before it crumbles.I am sending you this sound-proofing sample to consider for your next report. It was purchased in 1997 from...
PS Advisor: 08/06
Back to the WashboardWere retired now, so, were able to take a couple of extended cruises a summer aboard the 40-foot sloop weve had...
