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Re: mysailboat
No clue as to the manufacturer. However, there's a small round plate
with the number - sf-10-70 engraved into it located at the front of the cockpit. Daniel from Wind Line remembers a SEARS-alcort boat that had a splash coaming moulded into the deck, doesn't recall exact detail though. I see you have a few examples of this posted in the clone pictures directory. Oh well, as long as she doesn't leak to bad, I'll be happy. Thanks |
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Re: mysailboat
Wayne Carney
Hi SunnyLake,
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Haven't seen that particular design before. If you put a manufacturer name to it we'll post your photo in the reference area so others can use the info. Has the boat got a serial number? Canada and the U.S. have about the same rules and references for the manufacturer ID. Maybe we'll find it in the Coast Guard look-up. Looking forward to seeing your sailing photos. When do you think all that snow will melt? Wayne -----Original Message----- |
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Re: Wooden Sunfish....
Wayne Carney
Hi Jim,
Did they use wooden spars and masts also?As I recall the very early boats had all wood mast and spars. I even saw a set for sale recently. If I remember where I saw the ad I'll let you know. If I go through the process of fixing it up, is it likely toI would personally value one of the wood Fish the way I would value a classic automobile. The value is in the beauty of the design and it's preservation. However, if you lean toward neon license plate lights, 21" mag wheels, a booming stereo, xeon headlights, and a turbo charged - Nitros Oxide boosted engine, then it probably has as much appeal as a '36 Packard at an L.A. street race. If your children have the basics of sailing down and a respect for fine things, why not. Wayne -----Original Message----- |
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Wooden Sunfish....
Greetings All,
I'm new to the group and I have many questions. But I'll resist the urge to just blurt everything out now! First, I have an old Wooden Sunfish in need of some repair/restoration. At first I thought it might be homemade, but I see in the photos section that kits were sold in the late '50s/early '60s. Does anyone have a better handle on the history of the Wooden Sunfishes? Did they use wooden spars and masts also? My thought on this boat was to fix it up for my children to learn to sail. If I go through the process of fixing it up, is it likely to be worth more or less than a fiberglass boat? [In other words, should I be cutting my children loose on this thing?] I also have a fiberglass Sunfish I need to do some work on, but I'll save those questions for another day. Thanks for any help you might be able to provide. Cheers, Jim |
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other than racing
keithsnfish
What is your favorite sailing activity?
We have developed a version of tag. It is a lot like racing and helps improve upwind and downwind skills. Since our boats are fairly old beaters, (seventies fish) we have not been particular about scratches. Despite this carefree attitude, to date, we have not damaged the boats. We are thinking of adding water ballons or water guns to the mix. In that fashion we could enjoy pitched naval battles somewhat akin to the adventures of CPT Aubrey! arrrgh! |
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Re: I needed some used booms...
kendall bonner
From: "Robert Katz" <rolokatz@...>address in case I cannot find any other possibilities. They aren't going anywhere, still in the rafters of the garage. now I have to go find out what they are for, the lay-out is the same, lateen type sail and plastic shower curtain holders _________________________________________________________________ Get rid of annoying pop-up ads with the new MSN Toolbar FREE! |
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Re: I needed some used booms...
Robert Katz
curious... I wonder what boat they are for. I'll keep your e-mail address
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in case I cannot find any other possibilities. thanks Rob ----- Original Message -----
From: "kendall bonner" <merc2dogs@...> To: <sunfish_sailor@...> Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2004 2:10 PM Subject: Re: [sunfish_sailor] I needed some used booms... bolts.From: "kendall bonner" <merc2dogs@...>&lt;rolokatz@...&gt; theeyetop boom has no additional hardware on it. the bottom will have two straps and the gooseneck will be attached. the sail clips look liketheybelong on a shower curtain...just got through measuring them, and unless you want to do some cutting, |
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Re: I needed some used booms...
kendall bonner
From: "kendall bonner" <merc2dogs@...>&lt;rolokatz@...&gt; Reply-To: sunfish_sailor@...black caps onthe top boom has no additional hardware on it. the bottom will have two eyethey belong on a shower curtain...just got through measuring them, and unless you want to do some cutting, they're too long, bottom one is about right, but the top one is 15'6", way long, mast is right, according to the image on the groups site, at 10' both are 1.5 inch diameter. _________________________________________________________________ FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar get it now! |
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Re: I needed some used booms...
kendall bonner
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From: "Robert Katz" <rolokatz@...> Reply-To: sunfish_sailor@... To: <sunfish_sailor@...> Subject: Re: [sunfish_sailor] I needed some used booms... Date: Sun, 11 Apr 2004 12:28:59 -0400 Kendall, the booms are both 14' long and about 1 1/2" in diameter with black caps on the ends. If they are connected, there are two interlocking eye bolts. the top boom has no additional hardware on it. the bottom will have two eye straps and the gooseneck will be attached. the sail clips look like they belong on a shower curtain... that's my best decription. where are you located so I can figure out shipping or pick up arrangements? Thanks Rob I'm heading over to where they are now, and I'll measure them out I'm in Grand Rapids mi. off hand they sound right _________________________________________________________________ Is your PC infected? Get a FREE online computer virus scan from McAfee Security. |
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Re: I needed some used booms...
Robert Katz
Kendall,
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the booms are both 14' long and about 1 1/2" in diameter with black caps on the ends. If they are connected, there are two interlocking eye bolts. the top boom has no additional hardware on it. the bottom will have two eye straps and the gooseneck will be attached. the sail clips look like they belong on a shower curtain... that's my best decription. where are you located so I can figure out shipping or pick up arrangements? Thanks Rob ----- Original Message -----
From: "kendall bonner" <merc2dogs@...> To: <sunfish_sailor@...> Sent: Sunday, April 11, 2004 10:47 AM Subject: RE: [sunfish_sailor] I needed some used booms... booms, they said it was for a sunfish, no Idea though, never saw the boat, |
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Re: I needed some used booms...
kendall bonner
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From: "rolokatz" <rolokatz@...> Reply-To: sunfish_sailor@... To: sunfish_sailor@... Subject: [sunfish_sailor] I needed some used booms... Date: Fri, 09 Apr 2004 14:23:30 -0000 I'm trying to get my sunfish ready for the summer, but I need to replace my upper and lower booms. Anyone got a pair (or just one) that they want to sell? Thanks Rob a while back someone gave me a complete rigging set-up, mast sail and booms, they said it was for a sunfish, no Idea though, never saw the boat, everythings in pretty good shape, if you could send measurements of your booms, I'll compare them to these, then if it sounds right, make me an offer. plan on picking up a digi-cam this week, hope it'll make it easier to get rid of some of my surplus here. KTB. _________________________________________________________________ Is your PC infected? Get a FREE online computer virus scan from McAfee Security. |
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WANTED: USED SAIL
ngatewd
The '72 Sunfish that ws sitting outside for many years that I recently
bouight is now cleaned up and shining like new. The sail, however is in pretty bad shape with holes, and I suspect badly out of shape. I would like very much to buy a used sail. Does anyone out there have one they would be willing to sell? A racing sail would be great, then I could maybe beat a friend, whom many of you may know - Marty Ottenheimer. What a thrill that would be! Thanks a lot. Ned Gatewood |
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Re: Installing a racing compass
mike4947
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<adiches@a...> wrote: A common method is to install a 6 inch port, (you need one to gaurantee the hull is dry anyway) and then install the compass in the cover. You can get a extra cover to use when not around if you leave the boat in an unsecured area. |
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Re: Installing a racing compass
Wayne Carney
Hi Adi & Paul
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There are several compasses that attach by either a couple of self tapping screws, double-stick adhesive, or even bungees. Check out: Aquameter Ritchie S-58W - Tactician (Surface Mount) Brunton 58 Plastimo Mini-C compass Suunto ORCA Compass These are all horizontal surface mount. I assume you are looking to place one ahead or behind the daggerboard. I have an inspection port just ahead of the daggerboard and I'm seriously considering mounting a Tactician or Mini-C right to the port's cover. If you choose a model that requires mounting screws, don't forget to use non-magnetic Brass or Stainless Steel. Wayne -----Original Message----- |
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Re: New Sunfish
Wayne Carney
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Hmmmmm.... I see -- It appears Amazon.com is grossly mis-informed. It's a great book, but it wasn't hand scribed by Monks in the 14th century, it's a paperback printed in Hoboken (or some such place). Try going straight to the source ... The Sunfish Class ... ISBN: 0-9654005-0-6 ... a NEW copy doesn't run much over $30 including postage and handling. Used copies generally go for half that much. Well worth the new price. GOOGLE comes up with these other sources as well: Gougeon Brothers and the West System guides are fabulous. Also take a look at Wind Line Sails illustrated "How To" guides - Dan Feldman has put a lot of effort into creating this series of guides to help keep Sunfish sailors sailing. My hat is always off to Dan for his support of sailing at all levels. When looking for a hull leak, heed the cautions about pressurizing the hull. Only blow air _at_ the drain hole. Over pressurizing will blow the deck seams apart and you don't want to go there! Is it a crack or a scratch? Repairs of chips in the vicinity of the daggerboard trunk / hull interface are common, but once done usually last for years unless the area is exposed to a lot of daggerboard grounding abuse. Adding an inspection port is always a good idea. Have Fun, Wayne -----Original Message----- |
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New Sunfish
ngatewd
Wayne:
Thanks for your message. I did purse the Sunfish Bible at Amazon.com, however the cost for a used one is $193.68. Must be a good book! I also need to look at Gougeon Brothers' fiberglass repair book, as I discovered a 12"- 14" crack along the keel about a foot behind the trunk. I recall now seen the other day several Sunfish with similar repairs. I think I will install a deck plate (in front of the trunk?) and presurize the hull with a shop vacuum to see where the leaks are. Thanks again. Ned |
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