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1

Wiring schematic for a system where inverter loads are separated from shorepower loads

Inverter essentials

May 1, 2026

2

Prior to making a soldered splice, wrap the two wires together.

Electrical connections

May 1, 2026

3

John wrapped Kevlar around the leading edge of the board for reinforcement, at left. After belt-sanding smooth the bigger bumps, he faired the board with polyester putty, at right.

Nurdle’s new centerboard

May 1, 2026

4

Sailcovers are intended to protect sails from the ultraviolet light in sunshine. This one, top of page, is not being allowed to do its job. Sails suffer physical damage from many causes, above left, center, and upper right. If not repaired promptly it only gets worse, above right.

Why sails fail

May 1, 2026

5

Seeing Ramona today, at top, who would think she was the same boat as the sad, moldering (but still elegant) hulk, inset, Peter found in his home marina?

Saved from extinction

May 1, 2026

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The simple gunter rig and The sliding-line gunter

The Gunter Rig 101

May 1, 2026

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