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I have a 1967(?) vintage Sunfish (Alcort Serial # 45799). I am probably the 3rd (or 4th ?) owner, and have never adjusted the height of the sail since I have had it (about 5 years). I SUSPECT that I am sailing with the sail too high. When the gaff is pulled tight to the top of the mast, the boom is about 36" off the deck. Or looking at it another way, the halyard is tied to the gaff between the 6th and 7th grommet/ring (counting from the lower end .... at the boom). I am guessing that the halyard should PROBABLY be fastened between the 8th and the 9th Ring/Grommet. Any one got the straight skinny on this one? Thanks/JPM

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Hi ..... I have a couple Sunfish sails .... a racing sail which is in "almost new" condition ..... and a regular sail (which I really like best for daysailing and overall color/appearance).... I had thought of purchasing a new one like it, however the color scheme is no longer available on a new sail. This regular sail, though quite old is in pretty good shape ..... and was recently cleaned. The problem is that the Sunfish emblem which had been on it is now only a light gray and almost un-noticeable. Has anyone had any experience with restoring or painting the emblem? Or do you know .... are there possibly "Iron-ons" which can be purchased to replace/restore the emblem? Thanks for any info you may provide. /JPM

I am looking for a used sailboat for the summer. Any suggestions or sellers? please email me josherman@...

Anyone out there with a used Dolly for sale?? Thanks Russ chislip@...

I took the Express Wind out for the first time and discovered that the bailer is leaking. A quick search on the internet revealed that the Elvstrom/Andersen automatic bailers can leak because of a bad gasket. The gasket repair kit for my model is $15 and is not in stock. So, I thought I should be able to do this myself quite easily. I have some 1/16" gasket material which I tried to fix the bailer with. It comes out to be too thin. I need a 2mm gasket (neoprene rubber) to do this job. I have looked EVERYWHERE I can think of and nobody sells any kind of neoprene sheet at all. The only source I did find was at a local Elliotts Hardware store that only had the 1/16" gasket material. Does anybody know where I might be able to get 2mm neoprene rubber sheets? Thanks, Adi

I recently got a sunfish hull, mast, and boom but will need deck hardware, keel board, rudder/tiller assembly, and a sail. Where is the best place to shop for these items? I'd like to buy used if I can, but may have to buy new pieces as well. Surprisingly, eBay doesn't seem to have much. Any ideas would greatly help. I'm not even sure what I need to buy yet!

Any idea on how best to remove Sunfish class numbers from a sail? I understand it leaves behind some sticky glue. Would lighter fluid hurt the sail? Charles Neuman Plainview, NY

I'm looking for two Sunfish in the NY metro area. I'm planning on teaching my wife how to sail in them so I don't need anything that could be considered race-able. I'm looking for ones that have been sitting in garages, under porches and generally underused of late. Total I'm looking at spending no more than $1500. So if you know of anyone or have one yourself please contact me. Thanks Nate Weber

I might end up with rack storage for my Sunfish this summer. The boats are stored sideways in a rack made of 2x4's. I'm curious about a method for moving the boat from the rack to a dolly all by myself. Any ideas? I think the rack has a top to it, which means I could attach a rope that could be used to suspend part of the boat. Here's the method I thought of: The boat would have been placed on the rack bow first. Holding the stern, slide the boat out until it's almost all the way out. Then attach a line from the handle at the bow to the top of the boat rack. If you can, hoist the bow up a bit. When you pull the boat out further, the line will keep the bow from hitting the ground. The boat would then be suspended at the bow. I would then handle the boat by the stern, rotate it so it is horizontal, and then lower the stern onto the dolly. Then detach the line from the bow and wiggle the boat so it is positioned more correctly on the dolly. Alternatively, just slide the boat from the rack to the ground (using carpet if necessary) so it stands on its edge. Then slowly lay it flat on the ground. Then eventually get it on the dolly, using various methods. Feedback? Charles

OK folks, In order to get my son & I on the water this summer, I'm about to bite the bullet and purchase the upgrade kit to get the correct rudder & tiller that I need. Does ANYONE know of a used set for sale? I passed on the eBay (near new)one when it went to $207, not including the tiller extension, but in retrospect it was not a bad deal I suppose. The geocities guy wants $248 for a "reconditioned" set, while the new upgrade kit will cost me $330. Although it's more than half of what I paid for the entire boat & trailer, at least it will be brand spanking new. Any advice out there? I just can't force myself to sail with the jury-rigged incorrect rudder that the last owner used. Not only is it a loosy-goosy set up, it also has to be locked down at all times, making damage to boat or rudder more likely. Help! John C :p(

I am still looking for a late style rudder set to go with my '76 Sunfish. In the mean time I want to upgrade the main sheet handling system. Mine has the little 'hook' sort of cleat with no real cleating capability. I think the new fish have a swivel cam cleat with bulls eye fairlead from the factory, correct? If I get one, does it connect in the same location as the original cleat, or does it need to be installed to the horizontal deck section above the original location? I have seen a photo of one, but forget where. John C

And where can I find templates for making rudders and keel boards?

I would like to invite everyone to visit the DATABASE section of the Group Web Page http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sunfish_sailor and add your favorite sailing spot to the HOME PORT data. Thanks, Wayne

So, What is the best (by value) place to buy a new recreational sail? Adi

I've heard conflicting information about whether the sail should be up or down while launching. So, what is your opinion on the correct way? Thanks, Adi

Oops, Diagrams with dimensions are already available on the net. They are part of the ISCA Rules posted at the ISCA web site. So, let me take my big foot out of my mouth. Copies have been posted in the group FILES section for your convenience. Wayne wrote:

Hello everyone, It's going around again..... If you are selling a boat on the Internet, or anything else for that matter, be aware of the scam that is being played on unsuspecting sellers. Check out this article: http://tinyurl.com/eufr Wayne

Found on the Sunfish Message Board Don't know what's left...... Wayne Posted by Ken Roberts <mailto:oceanborne@...> on June 17, 2003 at 17:23:52 EVERYTHING BUT THE HULL! all from an old style Sunfish. $225. Sussex Co. NJ You pick up or pay shipping. I will be away 6/20 - 6/25 1 sail, probably original. 1 almost new sail - 2 dime size abrasion holes. 2 Daggerboards, 1 fair, 1 poor. 2 complete rudder assemblys, pintles/gudgeons/tiller 1 old style, 1 new style. 2 rudders (blades only) 1 old 1 new. Mast, upper boom, lower boom. New bailer, new style gudgeon. Halyard cleat, Drain plug, Bridle assy, Bow Handle, Halyard fairlead, 1 inspection port.

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