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Recent content by markalan

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    spinnaker pole for olson 34?

    Thanks Loren, I was able to find general info at forespar: Sizing Whisker poles should be 100% of the foot of whichever headsail is being flown. Measure from the tack to the clew and the whisker pole should be this length. You need to have some overlap in the pole. Poles telescoped to their...
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    spinnaker pole for olson 34?

    Does anyone know the pole length for the Olson 34? Appreciate it! I was in need for one and as I dropped a bag of empty beer bottles in the roll away, In the dark, spotted a very decent replacement 3" diameter by 10 feet standing up next to the receptical! its clean, complete and great working...
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    Olson 34's in San Pedro

    Next time your in town if you have time, it would be great to meet and talk about the boats. I live on the coast in San Pedro and retired, so I'm usually available and about 5 min away from the marinas. Looking forward. Mark
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    Olson 34's in San Pedro

    Being the owner of a 1990 Olson 34 Hull #35 in San Pedro CA. Holiday Harbor I was excited to find another one located in the Cabrillo Way Marina within a 5 minute walk. Her name is Valhalla III. From a distance looks very well maintained. Does anyone here know the boat or its owner? it would...
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    automotive antifreeze with diesel motor

    Thanks Loren I will have a look.
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    automotive antifreeze with diesel motor

    Can regular antifreeze be used with diesel motor 25xp
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    What is the largest wheel recommended for an Olson 34

    I like the attribute of one wheel revolution stop to stop. That should make a more sensitive wheel with less operating effort.
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    What is the largest wheel recommended for an Olson 34

    I can appreciate a little less weather helm. 3 hours across the San pedro channel to Santa Catalina in 20 knots of wind with a reef in the main and other de powering adustments utilized, can still be a bit of a workout short handed at the end of the day.
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    What is the largest wheel recommended for an Olson 34

    The folding wheel is intriguing. Never considered the option. I'll look into. Appreciate the response.
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    What is the largest wheel recommended for an Olson 34

    Thanks for the reply. Have to evaluate the climb around. Keeping the admiral in mind.
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    What is the largest wheel recommended for an Olson 34

    My olson 34 "wing ding" came with a 36" wheel. When sitting on the cockpit combing a larger wheel would be much more comfortable to reach. Plus on a windy day, a little less operating torque. Queston how big of a wheel will allow the port lazarette to clear when opening?
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    Largest wheel size mounted on olson 34

    My olson 34 "wing ding" came with a 36" wheel. When sitting on the cockpit combing a larger wheel would be much more comfortable to reach. Plus on a windy day, a little less operating torque. Queston how big of a wheel will allow the port lazarette to clear when opening?
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    Martec Prop Usage

    That would make sense. setting the prop it should cause it to fold in, putting in reverse should keep it in aligned.
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    Martec Prop Usage

    I took off a brand new 3 blade prop that came with the Olson 34 and replaced with the 2 blade Martec racing prop. I simply painted some white out on the top of the shaft when aligned. When racing or wanting to sail faster I set the prop and regardless always put in reverse. If I leave in neutral...
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    Re-visiting single-line reefing

    I have to agree that single line works very well with a boat like a cal 20. Often we sail short handed and reef faster and with much less friction with two lines. The olson 34 often reefs in about 60 seconds. A )uncleat the main 1) drop main halyard to the mark 2 ) I use Cunningham with reef...
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