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    Do I need a new VHF if I add an AIS Transponder?

    Well you have two questions. AIS and DSC. AIS - I suggest you get an AIS transciever so others will know where you are versus you only knowing where they are. Many AIS transcievers come with an internal GPS. I purchased a Vesper AIS Watchmate and it works great. It connects to my Raymarine...
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    Seagulls on Bimini

    Every year we have the distressful task of cleaning the bimini after a season of the seagulls have left behind a mess. Any suggestions for keeping seagulls off the top of a bimini?
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    Gloss versus Matte Varnish finish

    I know this is an aesthetics question but here goes. Refinishing the interior varnish on a 1988 Grand Banks. Looking at the owner's manual the interior varnish was a mixture of 75% semi gloss and 25% gloss varnish. What level of sheen do you recommend for interior teak?
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    Looking for a dinghy

    I have an older 7-8' Avon Dingy with a three year old 2.3HP honda motor for sale.
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    anchor chain sizing

    Thanks everyone. I have decided to take replace the existing severely rusted 5/16 HT chain with new 5/16" HT chain but increase the length from 200 to 275 feet. I am figuring since there was good experience with the existing chain. This will allow me to either anchor in deeper water or...
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    anchor chain sizing

    My 1988 Grand Banks 46 came with 225' of 5/16 HT anchor chain. Chain is 30 years old and ready to be replaced. Even though it hasn't failed in 30 years of use I am a little concerned it is undersized. Doing some internet research other Grand Banks the same size use 3/8 anchor chain. If I...
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    For Sale: Achilles Dinghy with Honda Outboard For Sale

    1998 8' Achilles dinghy in good condition. This dinghy has a three section wood floor so it can be deflated and stored in its carrying bag. Included with this dinghy is a lightly used (<10 hours of use) 2013 2.3HP Honda outboard. This motor weighs only 26 pounds making it very easy to handle...
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