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  1. The Tiny Hole Theory: Self-priming Rule 800 Bilge Pump

    E32-3 The Tiny Hole Theory: Self-priming Rule 800 Bilge Pump

    Date: March 2023 With the number of rain storms coming through the SF Bay area recently, it's given me a good opportunity to see how the bilge pumps on SV Rumour are working -- and not. I realized a while ago that the shower bilge wasn't automatically pumping. No big deal -- water never goes...
    • vanilladuck
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  2. vanilladuck

    Tiny Hole Theory: Defeating Airlock on a Rule 800 w/Check Valve

    With the number of rain storms coming through the SF Bay area recently, it's given me a good opportunity to see how the bilge pumps on SV Rumour are working -- and not. I realized a while ago that the shower bilge wasn't automatically pumping. No big deal -- water never goes down the shower...
  3. J

    What is the rule of thumb for jib/genny sheets

    Just bought a 1987 E-28 2 weeks ago. The P O had passed away 4 years ago and I bought the boat from his wife. Anyway the jib sheets were missing and she was unable to locate them. I am using the spinnaker sheets for now but I am wondering, what is the rule of thumb for the length if jib sheets...
  4. B

    Another rule clarification

    This question furthers the hot topic of whisker pole use in racing. Though I have a fairly extensive sailing library, I am embarassed to admit I don't have a copy of the racing rules. Today the question arose as to whether the inboard end of a whisker pole must be attached to the mast, or...
  5. B

    Rule clarification

    Some clubs allow the use of a whisker pole on the same side as the boom in racing, others consider this taboo. What is the currently generally accepted practice, and is there any interesting history attached to any changes that have been made concering this issue?
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