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Repair & Maintenance

Sacrificial Sliding Hatch

Sampaguita, my Flicka 20 sailboat, was built in 1985. When I bought the boat in 2013, it had already experienced some wear and tear. One urgent issue to address was the sliding companionway hatch and the channels on the cabin top that it nested in. More »

Westwind Boat Detailing

Westwind Washing, Waxing, Varnishing. Serving the Bay Area for more than 25 years.

Westwind Boat Detailing

Westwind Washing, Waxing, Varnishing. Serving the Bay Area for more than 25 years.

Westwind Boat Detailing

Westwind Washing, Waxing, Varnishing. Serving the Bay Area for more than 25 years.

The Bracket Racket, Part 1

I could hear a ticking sound from the direction of the stern as I was gently rolling side to side. With the sails up and the motor off, the new and unusual sound warranted investigation. I finally tracked it to the…
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Westwind Boat Detailing

Westwind Washing, Waxing, Varnishing. Serving the Bay Area for more than 25 years.