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Thanks guys, It sounds like you're running the power from the starting batteries instead of the house bank. Is there a reason for that? Since the alternators on the LRC are large and charge both banks, it seems that I could use the house bank. After installing new electronics last year, I can't imag...

My 36 LRC (36052) surprisingly does not have a windlass. This year I'm going to upgrade the ground tackle and maybe install a windlass. I don't know much about them generally, or much about where they're installed on other 36's. I imagine that the forward starboard locker is probably the right place...

Thanks Sam, for all the effort that went into saving the forum.

Latest news I heard was that there is an auction scheduled for today to sell tools, lathes, etc. However, the molds for the boats are not part of the auction, so I suppose there is hope yet.

Thanks Terry,
That makes sense. I'll have to see if it's worth the trouble for me. The grab rails have some dings, but it may be best to buff them up and see. If we do replace them, do you recall where you got the new ones from?

Thanks,
Brendan

Chet and Simon, Thanks a lot for the information. I think that I've found the right guy here in Chicago to help with the job, and I'll order the Sikaflex based on your recommendation, Simon. One more thing... The Stainless grab rail that runs alongside the steps on the port aft also got pretty bent ...

Wow, great to hear advice direct from the source. Thanks, Simon. I just need to find someone here in Chicago who can do the job properly. If you get a chance, maybe you can describe the job in a little more detail (what , if any, adhesive should be used, etc). Also, it was nice seeing you in Annapol...

So I left my boat tied up to my boatyard's dock on the Chicago River last week. They left it there for a few days before hauling it out. While it was there, it looks like a barge slammed against the side. The insurance company is taking care of the glass work, which doesn't seem like too big a deal....

That's too bad about it not fitting in the lazarette. I was actually thinking that maybe it would. I was going to measure next time I was on the boat.

Let me know what you come up with in terms of storage ideas, I'm at a loss right now...

Have you guys seen this new line of Yamaha generators? They seem like the Honda line, except for one really cool idea. There's an internal battery that the generator keeps charged, and it allows the generator to supply very high current for short bursts. The Hayes Equipment site says that it can sup...

Thanks. I'm very sad and distressed to hear about all this. They've been a really great company to deal with. I sure hope they can pull through. Does anyone have any additional information?

Saw this on Sailing Anarchy. Is PDQ really shutting the doors??

http://www.sailinganarchy.com/forums/in ... opic=62957

Ah...interesting. So maybe a couple wood blocks with 3M adhesive to prop up the hose?

Of course, I have to find out the source of the leak first.

This is all very helpful. Thanks again.

Thanks Terry,
It sounds like you're on to something here...

I'm not on the boat right now, so I can't quite picture it all. Where does the fuel tank vent?

Thanks,
Brendan

Here's a bit of a mystery. I got on the boat yesterday after being off for a couple weeks. I smelled some diesel, so I looked around and found that the port side bilge had about 2 gallons of diesel in it. I hadn't checked it over the last month or so, so I'm not sure exactly when it accumulated. I c...

24" woofers !!! Party on Sandy's boat !

Actually, I've wondered what this mythical arch looks like for some time. Does anyone have a picture?