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  1. DoctorOctopus

    Replacing Teak Trim with Aluminum or automotive trim

    that Faux Wood Laminate bulkhead has to be the ugliest 1970s looking thing in the world. From the way it peels it should be called de-laminate. are you placing a layer over it or replacing the marine plywood for the bulkhead? Mines rotted at the. bottom so I might replace with Coosa board or...
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    Wiper arm and blade combo for Marinco AFI 34000 wiper motor?

    Seafarer 1987 22foot. I am about to replace my ancient AFI34000 motors (thanks for the tip I found on this forum), 16" 80 ° sweep, 2.5" post ($160 each from Defender) what kind of wiper arm should I use? evidently there is a j-hook compatible for this motor. I would prefer that over what I...
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    Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement Help

    This had me stumped for a few seasons: 1) there might be a clip (not on mine) 2) There might be a set screw 3) even if there is a set screw you will need to use a wiper remover tool it has to be pulled straight off and that is not easy to do with a screwdriver on one side only, thus the removal...
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    Any good ideas to repair screw in snaps for enclosure?

    Unless they are underfoot I think that "common sense" twist-lock fasteners are the most secure and there are versions with 2 screws. I replace a few snaps every year, but the common sense seems to last basically forever. the disadvantage is that you can only unsnap them from one side (which...
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    Leaking Windows

    I was thinking of redoing my interior cushions with Morbern Hexx vinyl on the principal that it is easier to clean. The old Grady cloth thick weave is some indestructible stuff that is immune to the occasional fishhook and my rough treatment. I can't imagine sunbrella would hold up that well...
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    Replacing Teak Trim with Aluminum or automotive trim

    I have decided my teak has had a few sanding jobs too many, as well as a number of cracked pieces. I have a 1986 Seafarer 228. Rather than re-teak I was considering other options. I know newer Grady's have an adhesive flexible trim that is both hard to source and incredibly expensive. I was...
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    228 Teak Trim Painted

    nice canvas work too. I have the same model of 86 seafarer 22 I re-did my original wood several times. A fun afternoon for sure. however, I am now going to let it go gray as teak has traditionally meant to be. not as pretty for sure!