Tech Notes Index: 1997

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February 1997 Vol 15 #1

• Replacing the cutlass bearing
• Mast pumping
• Easier Main halyard pull - try direct
• V berth water tank
• Sink drain modification

May 1997 Vol 15 #2

• Engine Harness Upgrade: Do It NOW!
• Rudder Post drawing and sealing
• Hints from Hank: oil filter, cutlass bearing, keel hull separation, weeping rudder
• Aging Boats: exhaust system
• Traveler travails: get the long nine inch bolts NOW!!! Photo of damage
• That mysterious squeal (again)

August 1997 Vol 15 #3

• Keel hull crack
• Starter relay installation: solenoid
• Midship cleats
• Improvements: ash batten covers to sliding doors, stove top cover, hatch under stove, Trash can in companionway
• Cockpit cushion storage above port side
• Electrical gremlins (again) oxidation
• Anchor locker fit - Danforth

November 1997 Vol 15 #4

• Mainsail cover
• Fuel hose
• Engine squeal
• Anchor roller
• Oberdorfer raw water pump alternate source
• Diesel sulfur additive
• Cutter rig
• Improved salon table