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    Tiller Extension Bolt Removal

    I'm in the process of replacing the broken tiller handle on my '76 Sunfish and can't figure out how to get the the tiller extension bolt out to reuse the extension on my new handle. I can't unscrew the nut because the bolt head is rounded like a carriage bolt and is free wheeling in the recessed...
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    Trailer Design Feedback

    I recently acquired a Jet Ski trailer on CL for $150 that I've repurposed for my Sunfish. In the interests of getting on the water this summer, I decided to modify the Jet Ski bunk system and pad them with foam swimming "noodles" to hopefully cushion the boat. The rear six feet of the boat are...
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    Stuck Drainplug

    I recently acquired a '76 Sunfish in fairly good shape that had been sitting for 15-20 years according to the prior owner. It had apparently been taken overseas to the Persian gulf while the owner had been a contractor and sailed recreationally. Salt water seemed to hit the bronze fittings...
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    Replacement halyard

    I'm trying to find a replacement halyard line and have seen lots of names like spectra and sprintline but there aren't any local Marine supply stores that carries these. Is there any reason why 5 or 6mm climbing line from a reputable outdoors store wouldn't work? The line is rated for...

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