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    Ladder for CD-19 Angler

    For those who might want a removable/portable swim ladder, this one works very well with the shape of the hull & gunwales of the C-Dory: https://pro.westmarine.com/west-marine- ... 09072.html
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    Fuel tank swelling

    Not gonna pay attention to any info coming from AI. It’s a long way from being trustworthy. But I will find a way to shade the tank, because that sounds like good ol’ common sense.
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    Fuel tank swelling

    Thx for the replies. I will try to shade the tank somehow. I keep the boat in an uncovered slip, so I’ll have to get creative.
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    Fuel tank swelling

    My C-Dory has a 12-gallon red plastic fuel tank. On very hot days it puffs up like a balloon, I assume because the fuel/gasses inside expand from the heat. If I crack open the fill cap the gasses escape and the tank shrinks back to normal size. Should I be concerned about this damaging the tank...
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    Question re Optima yellow top batteries

    Some good tips here. Thank you!
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    Question re Optima yellow top batteries

    I’ve acquired two used Optima yellow top batteries, model D31T. I don’t know how old they are, but they both currently show a charge of about 8.6 volts. I’m not familiar with these sort of AGM batteries and their durability. Is it possible to recharge these and have them function normally? Or...
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    New Owner says hello ... am I doing this right???

    Welcome from a fellow Californian (and Cal Poly SLO grad)! Congrats on the new boat and safe travels.
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    Boat lettering

    BoatUS also offers a lettering service for members. I used it once a few years ago and it worked great. https://www.boatus.com/products-and-ser ... -lettering
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    16ft C-Dory Cruiser Twin 2013 Mercury 20hp Outboards

    What a nice setup for a 16…! Very rare combo with the twin engines. I bet it’s really quiet & fuel efficient. I’m sure you’ll find a good home for it.
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    Unusual C-Dory sighted for sale in Calif.

    Spotted this on the Sacramento Craigslist today. Unusual enlarged pilothouse. It also has the engine mounted on a transom extension. Is all this aftermarket customization? Listing here: https://sacramento.craigslist.org/boa/d ... 12579.html
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    Keep trailer or sell it?

    We opted to acquire our 22 last year without the trailer. We live in an apartment and our marina is walking distance away. Makes for an easy lifestyle to enjoy the boat anytime we want. Haven’t missed the trailer for a second. Nowhere to park it and nothing to tow it with. I knew at the outset...
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    My new, old 18 footer.

    Sounds like a beauty, and quite an economical project, all in. Congrats! Please post some pix!
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    Repainting Honda BF90 outboard

    Olekils: Thanks for the part numbers. Very helpful!
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    Repainting Honda BF90 outboard

    Thanks, pals! Some good tips here.
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    Repainting Honda BF90 outboard

    My motor cover has weather damage and I want to repaint it. Can someone tell me where to find the right “Honda silver” paint in a rattle can? Or something close to it?
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    1998 Honda BF90 spare parts to carry

    Timely for me as well since I’m new to the BF90. Does anyone know whether the 2001 engine has a timing belt or chain?
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    Buying a boat, keeping things in order

    What do you mean “keeping things in the right order”?
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    2025 Delta and Bay Extravaganza - SAVE THE DATE

    I cannot attend but am glad to see this happening. I live in Sacramento and may drive down to meet the crew in Rio Vista. I am also happy to offer any advice about local amenities. My wife and I lived on houseboats in the Isleton-Rio Vista area for two years and know the area well. Restaurants...
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    Auxiliary outboard bracket: Why keep it?

    Thanks for the feedback. I think I will keep the bracket in hopes of one day finding a used Torqeedo or Epropulsion as a backup motor. They come up on the used market in my area pretty regularly, so that’s my goal. There are times, also, when it would be pretty nice to have the quietnof an...
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