How to test diesel for microbiologic contamination!

When Diesel fuel gets "wet', this may be more than a nuisance. It may actually allow microbes to grow in massive amounts. This well know problem tends to be aggrivated in those areas of the world where bio-esters are regularly added to the fuel as bio-esters can carry much more water than straight diesel fuel. There is a simple test procedure to test the fuel. See how it is done!

How to renovate the mast

Renovating the worn aluminum may be regarded a challenge or see how it is done! Thanks to Carolus!

Thoughts on mods to the Nav Station

Here are some ideas and designs for modification f the Nav Station. Worth considering! Thanks Carolus

Anchor platform sprit extension

Thoughts have been given on adding an actor platform. See the details.. Thanks Carolus!

Gas storage on the Ohlson 38

Storing LPG cylinders on the Ohlson 38 should be well be considered. See what has been discussed already. Thanks to Carolus!

A PC as plotter and nav station

Installing a dedicated PC as plotter Join the discussion on the Forum Read …more

What type and size of Genoa winches?

When the O-38 was introduced a lot of boats were supplied with Lewmar 3-speed or other 48-size winches. These have come to age by now and self-mailers are standard to-day so what to switch to? Join the discussion Read …more