pvc

Which is better for an inflatable?

Hi everyone, Our insurance company has asked us to replace the pvc elbow on the pump-overboard thru-hull on our boat. I know some of you have already done this. To save time and money, I was wondering if anyone had simply "unscrewed" the pvc elbow from the thruhull, and replaced it with...

I have checked the archives, but still would appreciate more or updated information on advantages and disadvantages of coated vs. uncoated lifelines. The information I have so far says that uncoated is now required in offshore races due to concern that the PVC coated lifelines are more prone to...

I replaced the 6" high Marelon thru hull under the sink on my '86 32-III. This is the route taken by the cockpit drains. Using a 90 degree schedule 40 pvc connector, the drain hose now lays flat. The manufacturer of the PVC confirmed that the bursting pressure of any plastic fitting is only...

I'm starting to plan out construction of a frame to hold a tarp on my '84 E-28. I know I should have been doing this last fall but I had a family crisis to deal with and I managed to get just the minimum winter prep done. I'm also not planning on lauching this summer due to some other issues...