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February 1997 Vol 15 #1
- Replacing the cutlass bearing
- Mast pumping
- Easier Main halyard pull – try direct
- V berth water tank
- Sink drain modification
May 1997 Vol 15 #2
- Engine Harness Upgrade: Do It NOW!
- Rudder Post drawing and sealing
- Hints from Hank: oil filter, cutlass bearing, keel hull separation, weeping rudder
- Aging Boats: exhaust system
- Traveler travails: get the long nine inch bolts NOW!!! Photo of damage
- That mysterious squeal (again)
August 1997 Vol 15 #3
- Keel hull crack
- Starter relay installation: solenoid
- Midship cleats
- Improvements: ash batten covers to sliding doors, stove top cover, hatch under stove, Trash can in companionway
- Cockpit cushion storage above port side
- Electrical gremlins (again) oxidation
- Anchor locker fit – Danforth
November 1997 Vol 15 #4
- Mainsail cover
- Fuel hose
- Engine squeal
- Anchor roller
- Oberdorfer raw water pump alternate source
- Diesel sulfur additive
- Cutter rig
- Improved salon table