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I have a 1971 Irwin 38 classic centerboard. Lines are very close to Alburg 37. Very large cockpit, at least 6 feet between cabin and wheel, then a "t" shaped cockpit behind the wheel. I can sail the boat alone very easy from the wheel with the traveler just in front of the wheel. Can have ...

I do a lot of sanding using an electric random orbital with the hook and loop. It did not take me long to figure out a way to use the cheaper sticky discs. I keep a can of adhesive spray around and occasionally spray the pad before putting on the disc. It works very well as they stay on well beyond ...

I have removed my motor driveshaft, and found that it is worn where it goes through the stuffing box. It is stainless and does not leak as long as I keep the stuffing box fairly tight. I was wondering where would be a good place to order a new one.
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I have the motor out of our Irwin38 classic for some work. The muffler was installed just a very short distance from the motor and is verry close to the engine shaft coupler, and it has rubbed. Is there any reason why the muffler needs to be so close to the motor? Can I relocate it farther back unde...