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Hi Sunfish Sailors -

I have a great time sailing my Sunfish and look forward to lots of
good sailing this year. If you are in the Phoenix area come out and
sail Lake Pleasant.

Something I thought I'd share - the enthusiasm for Sunfish the local
club promotes.


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Whit

A few photos of the inside of a Sunfish can be found posted in the
Files section of this discussion group.

Photos show two of the points where Sunfish sometimes develop leaks,
the Mast Step and the Dagger Board Trunk. You can also view how the
forward foam blocks are positioned and attached.

Wood blocks used to back some of the deck hardware are also visible
in a couple of the photos. In some shots you can see the heavy weave
fiberglass cloth (woven roving) used to construct this hull.

This particular Sunfish is a 1979 AMF. Not all editions of Sunfish
are constructed using the exact materials seen in this boat, but they
are all put together similarly.

Adding an inspection port is recommended to help keep your Sunfish
dry and in good repair.

Instructions for installing an inspection port can be found on the
Wind Line Sails website. www.windlinesail.com (Thanks Dan)

Hi,

I'm glad to find this group. I don't race, but I sure have fun sailing my old
Sunfish on all the small lakes and inlets around Anchorage.

Here's an idea I'll share: I have found that Jr. size hockey stick or canoe
paddle shafts make ideal tiller extensions. They are laminated hardwood, made
with waterproof glue, and are easy to shape and finish.

Ice rinks and outfitters usually have a box of broken sticks and paddles
waiting to be used as firewood. They may even be willing to part with one for
the asking.

Dan, AK


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