Helping Us With Boats

I’m a new sailor with a sunfish sailboat. I have a tear in my old sail just a little smaller than the size of a dvd case. I tried pulling on it gently to see if it would rip, and it didn’t rip at all, so I’m fairly sure it should be safe. Is there any kind of quick fix until I get it repaired or buy a new one? Also, how will it affect performance?

Thanks

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The guy at the sevice facility told me this can not be repaired but I beg to differ. (I think he was trying to get me to buy a new motor in a sneaky manner) LOL! .

But the throttle does not want to stay put so I can troll or buzz up stream at full throttle to where I want to go. I have taken to tying a twine to the throttle handle so I can face forward.
NOT safe as thing is a fishing/duck hunting boat that goes in the shallows and the prop occasionally hits gravel and mud and if I get lazy and tie it offf well I wouldn’t be able to shut it down instantly not safe ,stupid

somebody else told me it has a slippy throttle as it is a motor designed to put on a skiff to service sailboats that have to anchor in deep ports and the throttle slips in case the boozed up partiers on the party boat fall over the thing does not just take off so they might just be able to save them self’s by getting back on the boat and they don’t go see Capt Posiden glug glug.lol.

I can’t seem to find an exploded diagram on the net of the thing and I am really fed up with the library here for several reasons which shall not be a topic here. so I am not going in to see if they have a manual. (Actually the city is so broke they can not afford to pay for the Sr. Citizen/disabled goto the Dr.’s office/shopping center van service and they went ahead and built a NEW library. Hey that’s OK…as its only 5 stories tall) And they are looking for someone to blame that big ole credit card swipe on and buddy it aint gonna be ME!

Back to the motor it looks to me that no one has had it apart as it has the factory emmeron paint still on the bolts holding it together

So it is all good in there no knuckleheads have monkey wrenched it

and if someone could could send some info this way as to how to repair the slippy throttle I would be grateful.
as then I would have a beautiful 4 hp trolling motor, (after I repair it) lol)

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I’m trying to remember a pretty old movie I used to watch. Probably made in the 80′s or 90′s. I can’t even remember the production company (f.h.[other-letter] or something like that, written in red, yellow and blue crayon right before the movie). It wasn’t one of the best movies ever, but I used to like it and the fact that I can’t remember the name bugs the hell out of me.

It’s about a B-29 pilot who crash-lands on a deserted island with a woman and two children. They survive as you would on a deserted island while the pilot struggles to repair the B-29. At some point they run into some very old Japanese soldiers who have been on the island since WWII and still think the war is on, so they’re hostile at first and eventually become friendly. At the turning point, the B-29 is converted into a makeshift sailboat and the characters sail away from the island with the Japanese guys. Their "boat" gets attacked by great whites at some point, but nothing comes of it and they eventually hit land and rejoin civilization (I assume, since I can’t remember the ending either).

I watched this movie at least a dozen times, but can’t for the life of me remember the title. Anyone who finds this somewhat familiar, please help.

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Our 37′ sailboat is paid for. So, NOT counting reserve funds for emergencies or repairs, and NOT counting extra expenses for entertainment & site-seeing things we choose to do on land. What is a good "safe" budget number for our "annual" cost of living a-board and sailing around the world?

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ok, My dad said he would buy us a boat..we already have 5 but they’re all fishing boats, now were getting a ski boat…

The bottom line is this we don’t have a budget but my dad isn’t exactly thrilled on spending ,000 + on a boat..

We want a Malibu, Nautique, or a Supra any ideas on where to buy them or which ones to get!? cause we only really know a lot about fishing boats.

Thanks in Advanced

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I have a sunfish sailboat. While trailering, I went over a bump, the roller on the front of the trailer disintegrated (dry rot) and the support mounting punched through the bottom of the boat. I have bought Marine Tex White to repair but am not sure whether this should be a one pass process or more than one application. Any experience and recommendations?

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I have a nautique 230 and a few times every time we go out on the boat it slows down a few times every trip. What is the problem and how can i fix it?

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Owning a sailboat is a dream that many people have, but few ever reach. There’s nothing as wonderful as flying through the water, the sails cracking above your head as you chart waters that are new to you. It’s a wonderful hobby and one that can be shared with friends and family members . . . but first, you need a sailboat. The Cost of a New Sailboat is expensive. Even a fairly small one is going to put a big dent in your wallet and if you’re interested in a proper boat with living space for longer trips out to sea, it’s really going to cost you if you buy new. In fact, new sailboats cost a lot more than initially thought because not only do you have to pay for the actual boat, you will need rigging, sails, a trailer and other things to actually make the boat usable. Many new boat owners didn’t realize this when they purchased their first boat and the staggering costs just to kit the boat out can be overwhelming, not to mention damaging to the bank account. When you factor everything in, chances are you’ll have to pay quite a bit more than you expected for your new sailboat. This is a good reason to select a used sailboat to invest in. Reasons to Buy a Used Sailboat There are actually quite a few reasons to go with a boat that has been previously owned. While the price difference can be quite marked and is the main thing that buyers look at for their purchase, it isn’t the only factor to consider. In fact, you’ll find that there is far more to the whole buying process. First of all, you have to look at what the used sailboat includes. Since most sellers are getting rid of their only boat, they will usually throw in the sails, life vests and even the trailer, which essentially eliminates the need to purchase all these things on their own. That’s a huge savings right there, on top of the original savings of buying used instead of new. On top of receiving the extras as part of your purchase, you’ll find that you can often negotiate the price of a used boat, something that just wouldn’t be possible when buying new. Everything can be reason to bargain with a boat, from the dents and scratches to possible repairs that need to be made. You may even be able to talk the owner into doing some of the repairs before you buy. There are more risks assumed with a second hand boat, but you will also get more benefits. New boats instantly begin to depreciate in value once they are purchased, so your investment will never be recovered. On the other hand, a used boat probably won’t lose much more off its value and you will find that in many cases, the sailboat will actually be worth more after a few years than it was when you purchased it. This is particularly true of limited edition boats that almost always appreciate in value. Getting Experience When it comes to working on boats, there’s nothing as great as having one of your own to practice on. Sailboats require maintenance and you’ll be able to work on your boat whenever you want, there’s always something that needs doing. This can be an excellent way to build up experience with working on boats, but that isn’t the only type of experience you can get. Sailing can be tricky business and you probably don’t want to try your newfound skills out on a brand new boat. A used one won’t matter as much if you bump it a little too roughly against the dock while learning to dock or if you forget to drop the bumpers over the side. You’ll feel a lot freer to make mistakes with an older boat and the consequences won’t be as high. This doesn’t mean you should look for a total beater, but a used sailboat that isn’t in perfect condition can be ideal for learning on. It’s also going to be cheaper to repair since any damage isn’t to a new boat. This offers a huge advantage for any new sailor. Making Sure You Get a Good Deal No one wants to lose out in a deal, so do your research and make sure you know just what you’re dealing with. Know the price range that you are looking at before you go check out specific boats and if you don’t know much about boats, make sure you take someone along who does. An inspection is a good idea, since it could turn up some hidden problems that you don’t know about. These types of problems may cost big time in the future. What you don’t know could very well end up breaking the bank if you don’t find this out now, before you’ve paid or signed anything. An inspection should cover all areas of the boat and make sure that it all runs smoothly, including the engine. The sails, if included, should also be checked for wear and tear, as should the rigging. Make sure everything that is supposed to be included is. This will involve taking the sails out and spreading them on the ground to check them, which may seem like a big task. The end result will be worth it though, when you have your sailboat. A used sailboat is almost always a better investment than a brand new one and will ensure that you have the boat of your dreams without breaking the bank. You’ll be able to enjoy taking friends and family out on the sea and impressing colleagues, or learning to sail without worrying too much about bumping up the boat. There are a lot of places to buy a used sailboat, just make sure that you get it through a reputable seller or owner. Doing a thorough inspection is also a good idea, to make sure you are getting the best deal.

This article was written on behalf of BoatLeeg, a popular boats for sale website.
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When you set sail in a sailboat, make sure you have prepared yourself and the boat properly. If you are racing a small sailboat, you need to make sure you know where the course is, and that the rig is as good as you can get it. If you are cruising in a bigger sailboat, you need to wort out the passage, prepare a passage plan – this is compulsory in some waters now – and make sure you have adequate equipment and provisions. Most important of all, if you are cruising you need a good weather forecast. Also, don’t set too much score on the forecast. If you are going on a short passage, and returning the next day, that is not much of a problem. The forecasters reckon on 90% accuracy for the next day, 30% for the day after that,, and only 10% for three days out. Even so, you can still get caught out. Twice, I hit gales when returning from a short passage the next day – once was when I as still doing my sailing course, and ours was the only boat from the school to get back that day. Of course, on a longer voyage you have to rely on your knowledge and on the boat – boats can keep going long after we humans have cried ‘enough’. On the other hand, if you are racing a sailboat ’round the cans’ you will not have to worry about the weather the day after the race! But you still want to know what is forecast when you do race, so you can make sure your rig is up to it. Beyond that, it depends how keen you are. Some people polish their hulls to get an extra bit of speed, and make their crew wear sopping wet thick sweaters so they are a bit heavier,and can counterbalance the force on the sail when they lean out or go on the trapeze. In thinking about the ‘go-faster’ bits it is easy to forget about the essentials. For example, are all the access panels screwed in securely, is the rudder pivoting freely, but not too freely, and are its bearings sound? Are any of the sails likely to blow out if it gets very strong? Do you have any other sails? And are all the clam cleats, cleats and blocks working smoothly? Generally, you do not have to worry about these things on a larger sailboat – you just check them over at the beginning of the season. At that time, you also get the engine serviced, or do it yourself, and during the winter get your sails cleaned and, if necessary, repaired. Whatever sailboat you sail, do prepare before you go to sea, and use a checklist of things you must do each time. We have one on board, and we find it invaluable, even though most of things are done in a routine, almost on automatic. You need to make your own checklist because all boats are different, and we all sail in different ways. Use your checklist, and then you can relax knowing that if you follow it, you will be reday to leave the harbour or beach – and have fun with your sailboat.

John Hartley, who runs sailboatyachts, started sailing sailing dinghies, but after a day in a keelboat decided that was his type of sailing boat.
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We all know that to win sailboat races you need to make the fewest mistakes, go the right way, and have a boat that is rigged well. There are no substitutes for great crews, great sails, great tactics, and a little luck. But let’s look at the issue of being rigged well. If you clearly want to be the fastest sailboat youâ??re going to need to think outside the water line. For the smoothest sailing, you need to make your boat fast even when on its side. You need smooth surfaces with a clear coating that will reduce turbulence caused by scratches and imperfections in the hull. You don’t need wax, you need Teflon on that hull.

In a competitive world, you need to achieve maximum boat speed. Hydrodynamic testing shows that a 2-in. scratch on a submerged boat hull can cause 10 or 12 inches of turbulence. That turbulence eats up energy and slows your boat. Thatâ??s why just after waxing your boat you can almost feel the newly smoothed surface sliding through the water with a new ease. We know that the fast coating below the water line is your main tool for sliding through the water. But how often do you see the water move up the hull putting the decks awash? Have you taken any care to make sure that all your boat surfaces that must sometimes move through the water are smooth? Does that wax job of yours hold up against the fast flows of water moving over the wax?

Non-stick cookware uses the largest molecule known, a molecule that has a lower drag coefficient than ice. This type of coating was first developed by DuPont and marketed under the name Teflon. Now you can purchase for less than $100 a clear roll-on coating for use from your water line on up. The coating will never yellow and can be built-up with coats to smooth out all those little scratches, pits, and imperfections that can plague the upper hull. On the upper hull, a single coat of this clear non-stick Teflon-type coating can last for many seasons.

Smooth Sailing Antifouling Clear boat bottom paint is found at

http://www.boat-bottom-paint.com I plan to take some first places over the season.

You can get a sample kit of the product for $1 (plus shipping) that will cover 5 sq. ft. to do your own test for 2009. Just call them at 800-466-8910 with a credit card.

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