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I had the same problem : stripped threads. Previous owner a bit heavy handed. Metal is very soft. had to Helicoil it.

Had stripped threads on one of these, use a helicoil to repair, a fibre washer works OK

If you are considering exploring the Med or Caribbean I'd spend some time / money chartering in those locations. You'll get to dip...

Assuming that you do sail away on a boat in ten years time, it's highly unlikely to be on the boat that you buy now, whichever boat you...

Some good advice on here. The best I think was the person who advised going out with your partner in a strong blow in a decent passage...