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Getting a great finish

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Defects in the surface of a sailboat should be repaired before it is refinished with paint or varnish. Painting in cool weather has some advantages if the work is done in a garage or under other shelter. Tips on fixing blemishes in a new finish and caring for paintbrushes are included.

Author: Textor, Ken, Skrindle, Richard A.
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1996
Maintenance and repair, Sailboats, Fiberglass boats, Decoration and finishing, Brooms and brushes, Brooms, Brushes

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Downloads for daysailers

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The National Weather Service and the University of Florida have jointly created a Web site which provides weather updates for seafarers. Other existing sites also provide data on maps of coastlines, hurricanes, tropical storms, and landmarks.

Author: Textor, Ken
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1998
Information services, Florida State University, United States. National Weather Service, Sailors, Weather broadcasting

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Installing new gear

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Boatowners must purchase only high-quality gear for their boat. Proper procedures should be followed in installation to avoid making leaks and securing the gear in place.

Author: Textor, Ken
Publisher: Primedia Enterprises, Inc.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
Management, Installation, Boating industry, Marine equipment, Marine machinery

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