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I have a NIBRAL 24" wheel that needs some loving (repair). I'm temperarly in Fort Lauderdale and wondering where would be a good place to get it fixed. Looking at value for money paid. Mark Lake of the Woods 1989 40DC, Hull #377

I'm new to sending parts within the US. Are any of the courier companies less expensive to ship than the others (UPS, USPS, Purolator)? I am looking at shipping 3 Perko strainers (about 30 lbs.) from Fort Lauderdale to New Jersey. Sorry if it sounds like a lame question but may of you have...

I have two 1” openings and two 1 1/2” openings Perko 493 / 500 water strainers in excellent ( like new) condition for sale. They are all complete including new gasket sets for all of them. They are used but have always been in a fresh water lake. I’m am ask $300 each for the 1 1/2” strainers...

Can anyone instruct me how I can add pictures from my Iphone to a post please? It has been so long since I have done it that I forget. So from phone to forum to a new thread?? Thanks, Mark Lake of the Woods 1989 40 DC, Hull #377

Do any of the Canadian (Ontario) form members know where I can get a ding repaired on one of my NIBRAL 24" x 24" wheels? I'm heading that way on a month and would bring it with me. If not I can bring it down to Fort Lauderdale this winter and get it repaired there but just thought it may be...

I looking at having a high / low coffee table / dining table custom made. I cannot find the center post hydraulic mechanism on-line. Any of you know where I can find one? This would be mid to late 80's vintage table with the leaves that fold in to form the coffee table size.. Any help...

I'm looking for a replacement carpeting for my rear deck and helm station. Both are exposed to the elements to some degree (rain, sun). the current carpet is marine grade but about 15 years old and takes a long time to dry (1-2 days) after it rains. I'm looking for a marine grade carpet that...

I've been using some of the cheap plastic electrical terminal connectors mainly used in the automotive industry and just hate them. Does anyone have any recommendations on types (brand names) of good quality marine grade, stranded wire, heat shrink, electrical terminal connectors (ring, fork...

I have the original Lunaire / MTC (controls) air conditioning system for my 1989 40 DC and recently it started blowing a 1 amp glass fuse located in the MTC controls. I have done no recent work on the electrical that would cause this. The fuse is for "system power" is is one of four glass fuses...

I've had some time to work on some projects this spring and thought I would post some photo's for anyone who is interested. First ie some engine room cleanup and the making od a plywood cover between the two gas engines (covering the two battery boxes.

Nothing ventured, nothing gained. This is a bit of a long shot but I am looking for a Domestic Vacuflush "vacuum switch". If anyone has one that they are willing to sell please let me know. I am also interested in any new parts that people may want to sell (duck bills, toilet seals, bellows...

Hi, I planning on painting my fiberglass swim platform this spring before I splash the boat. Im looking for suggestions on a paint that I can roll and tip. I'm in a fresh water environment but would like a paint that a novice can work with. luckily 80% of the swim platform is non-skid...

Anyone have experience with custom made outdoor (for back deck) marine carpet. I currently have carpeting on my rear deck and around my helm area but after 12 years it is showing its age and needs to be replaced. I am looking for a good quality exterior carpet that has the teak deck look...

Dear Forum members, I am looking for a "Toe Rail Shell Hatteras 32's" fiberglass supply / exhaust ventilator (clamshell) for my 1989 40 DC (Sam's part # 043067X). I contacted Sam's first and they have none and will not be ordering any to be made anytime soon. It seems that there is virtually...

I have not seen any posts from Q in the past few months on his chris craft 46 refit. Anyone been in contact with him? Mark Lake of the Woods 1989 40 DC

So I received my insurance renewal for my 1989 40 DC (Series 1). Cost = $1,229.00 plus tax. That is a decrease from 2018 ($1,269.00) of $40. That's Canadian $ so about $883 US. The Boat was just surveyed last September for insurance and valued at $140,000 Canadian (about $100,000 US)...

I am needing to varnish a mahogany ladder-back helm chair. I have sanded it down to bare wood then applied 3 coats of west system epoxy. i I have sanded down the epoxy and now need to do a couple coats of exterior spar varnish . What type / make of varnish would you recommend? I only need a...

I have a teak ladder-back helm chair. The hinges are made of aluminum and are in rough shape. Does anyone know where I can buy the stainless steel hinges? Mark Lake of the Woods 1989 40 DC

can anyone recommend a gas engine rebuilder (Crusader) in the Fort Lauderdale area? They are 1989 vintage 454 CID carbureted engines. I'm in FL for the winter and would like to visit a shop to see the process (if they will let me). Mark Lake of the Woods 1989 40 DC

Hi HOF members, My wife Caroline and I retired this fall and are now spending our winters in the Dania Beach / Hollywood, Florida area. I hope to bump into a few of you living in the area whom I only know online. I am hoping to go back country fishing in the Key's while here and wondering if...