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Tips, Checklists and Maintenance
Windlass maintenance made easy
3.2.2006
Member Steven Jones overhauled his windlass and photographed it, step by step. It's simple, it's clear, it's easy to follow, and he's sharing a single page PDF. This one's a keeper! Click here.
Engine Overhaul
4.28.2004
Although the Universal M25XP engine appeared mechanically in pretty good shape, the high heat and salty humidity of the US Gulf Coast region sure was doing a trick on the engine paint and unprotected parts, resulting in a lot of flaking paint, rust and corrosion. So I knew I would have to pull the engine someday to clean it, sandblast it and repaint it...
Diesel Engine Tips
Notes from a seminar put on my a Westerbeke/Universal dealer.
Fixing Leaky Portlights
Since commissioning my C 36 in May I've been battling those Lewmar portlights and their leaks...
Installing a new Edson Pedestal on a C36 MkI
I thought some owners of older C36's might be interested in my latest project...
Servicing the C36 Maxwell Windlass
I received these pictures and an explanation from Maxwell - it is a windless taken apart I will also forward to you the instructions he sent to me to trouble shoot it.
Checklist: Leaving and Returning to Dock
These two checklists will help you prepare to leave and return to the docks.
Cleaning Tips from Sailors
In summer 2000, SailNet C36 maillist members shared tips for a variety of cleaning needs. Those tips are collected and published here for convenient reference.
Spring Recommissioning Checklist 1
Here is a very thorough checklist covering everything from Adding fuel to Zincs.
Spring Recommissioning Checklist 2
Another checklist for pre and post launch recommissioning.
Winterizing... California-style
How to prepare for the California "winter".
Changing a Fuel Filter
Here are detailed procedures for changing primary and secondary fuel filters.