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    Adding Spreader Lights

    I am planning on adding a pair of LED spreader lights on my 1973 Coronado 27 sailboat. The spreaders were not previously wired. My question is (because this boat is pretty minimalistic in terms of hardware size, strength and quality) would I be weakening the spreader tubes (probably about 1...
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    Repairing the 14' Superglas runabout "Tiger Shark" model.

    Well here is the rest of the story, told in pictures. I followed the methods of FriscoBoater and everything went according to plan. The durability of new gelcoat on the hull, vs the hassle to do it and the imperfect finish is still debatable. Next time I think I would investigate a paint...
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    Bow eye: Stupid question of the day

    I am an avid, experienced sailor and have done 2 complete boat restorations. I know about boat wiring and plumbing and fairing and fiberglass repair and even gelcoating and all that jazz.....BUT: Why did they design bow eyes or transom eyes with those 2 pokey things to stop the fitting from...
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    Repairing (not restoring) the 14' Superglas

    Well, it's the same story you've seen a hundred times. The rotten 1964 runabout for sale with a working 1964 EV 40 Big Twin and a serviceable trailer, all for $300. The buyer sets off on a new rehab adventure and the seller is happy to finally be able to look out the window and not see the...
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