I have a 17' Watkins sailboat. I am hoping to learn how to sail. Question: The mast has a forestay and two sidestays (right terminology?). It...
Pictures OK. Posting some pictures of the thing. Overview and some close ups. The glas and gel coat are ok on top and bottom. The cracking...
Bruce: Thanx for the heads up. I have removed glas when cracks were found using a grinder and found cracks in the wood. I ground to the bottom...
Sirs: I made an anchor pulpit using a 2" x 12" x 48" pine board. The board seemed to be dry, I shaped it, sanded it, and overcoated it with...
Many thanks to all. Got the pin out today. Not as difficult as I had anticipated 'cause of your guys help. I'l leave this thread for a few more...
PAR Right on. Found the pin today, just like you said. Inside the center board slot seaward are two perpendicular iron plates that run from...
Swing keel help, please. PAR: Wow! Great information. I sent a note of appreciation previously, but alas I mis-addressed it. Believe me, I...
To: Bill Hamm Thanks for all your information and support. I believe the pin/pivot is in the cabin. There is an inspection hole on the...
Sir: Thanks for your reply. My keel is solid steel. I believe the entire pivot mechanism is corroded beyond repair and nees to be replaced....
Chysler 22 swing keel. Need manual or info to remove keel. The mechanism that the keel pivots on is almost completely destroyed by corrosion....
