This was a very useful 3-year-old set of postings for me. We just crossed from Grenada to Curaçao sailing for 48 hours with double spy and 18-22 knots of wind from the starboard stern. As we got

Many thanks Ulrich. Tomorrow's project! -- David Crisp SV Wilna Grace Amel 54 #58

Heat? ~~~⛵️~~~Matt

Since you are starting to distort the nut, you might try a "vice grip" locking pliers adjusted very tight. Plus some PB blaster as Justin suggested. -- Craig - SN68 Sangaris, Tropic Isle Harbor, FL

How about using a penetrating lubricant like PB Blaster? https://blastercorp.com/product/pb-blaster-penetrant/ I would recommend a few liberal applications and some wait time to give it time to

I trying to remove the Turbo for maintenance or replacement, but can't get the high pressure tube to lose. The nut is copper, key number 10 is to small an key number 11 to large. Filed a key 10 to the

 Hi David Balthazar’s bungees were just changed (part of the preventative maintenance regime!). Nicky Sammut did it but I was off the boat. But Ulrich makes a good point - the nylon bolts were

Robin and I have been at Hartge's Yacht Harbor in Galesville for three "summers" and have been hauled three times. Dockage is less than in Annapolis proper. They have a 50MT lift, and the operators

Hi David, we had the same issue on main and mizzen boom. On the main boom you must remove the cover from outhaul motor under the boom, so you get access to the bungee attachments. But take care, this

Danny why is it breaking in the first place? If one forgot to take down the halyard and then furl, something will brake.! Have you inspect the groove at the top? I ones forgot it and the lashing

Dirk, I just had the same problem. Connecting an external gauge the pressure is normal, so I’m getting a new sensor. Note also that you cannot use a normal Volvo sensor, you must get the

I need to renew the bungee cord in the main boom on my A54. Can someone explain the technique please. The only opening which gives access to the bungee is at the leech end of the boom and that’s

We are hauling out for paint, regular servicing and insurance survey at Chesapeake Boat Works in Deltaville late October. We are using Trinidad Pro. Ian Townsend Loca Lola II SM153

Thanks Bill Danny

Hi Paul, I dont know if that is the case but now my hook is alloy it doesnt break and there has been no damage to the profile. Regards Danny Simms SM 299 Ocean Pearl Mangonui New Zealand

Hi Paul, Lori and I will be at Harrington Harbor N from 22 Sept until early October. We plan relaunch on 7 Oct and will have our bottom paint done by then. Maybe we will see you somewhere around

Thank you Aras, Bert Jabins looks like a very capable yard. Mark M, thanks for reaching out to me. The information you provided was very helpful Mrk G, Severn Yachting Center looks like a very good

Smell the oil. If it has a clear diesel scent you are in trouble. In that case the oil level should also raise. Else the sensor itself may very well be the problem. Also if they used full synthetic

I had the same. In my case it was a faulty Oil sensor switch. When you order a new one look for the right connection. There seem to be two differnt types for the D3 110. My one was part number

Congratulations Tony. That is a great deal for the new owners. We were also tempted to buy our second 54. You can never have enough spares. Lol. Happy Sailing; Mohammad and Aty B&B