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by Interim
Mon Aug 21, 2023 10:14 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Hove to - storm tactics
Replies: 20
Views: 2999

Re: Hove to - storm tactics

Just want to jump back in because my first post was a bit ambiguous. The genny is sheeted tight to windward. If we are sailing on a starboard tack, we turn to starboard but leave the genny alone. It is full, stable, and backwinded. The main moves over to the starboard side (port tack), but is trimme...
by Interim
Thu Aug 03, 2023 7:17 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Hove to - storm tactics
Replies: 20
Views: 2999

Re: Hove to - storm tactics

We have a 94 26S, and heave to quite a bit. In fact, we also consider it a safety technique. If the captain goes overboard and the first mate is overwhelmed, asking them to do a figure 8 is too much. Heave-to, and I can swim to the boat. We do it with our board down, tiller to the lee, and 135% genn...
by Interim
Wed Feb 15, 2023 5:43 am
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: Sailing Upright
Replies: 43
Views: 5483

Re: Sailing Upright

I think gusts and shifts are part of inland lake life. I agree that the problem isn't heeling; the problem is the constant change. That is what makes crew and passengers uncomfortable. We can sail along at 15-17 degrees of heel, and everyone is happy as long as it stays there. I don't know that in a...
by Interim
Wed Feb 15, 2023 5:36 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Is this a 26S/D/C?
Replies: 3
Views: 1703

Re: Is this a 26S/D/C?

hard to tell, but the coach top looks like the wrong profile.

--interim
by Interim
Fri Jan 27, 2023 12:47 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: replacing halyards with mast stepped
Replies: 30
Views: 4373

Re: replacing halyards with mast stepped

if you are handy with marline and a needle, tie a loop on one bitter end and do the same on the other halyard, but with the loops intersecting. This is similar to whipping a line, but you are left with a free loop on the end. It is strong, flexible, and no bigger diameter than the halyard. --interim
by Interim
Thu Oct 20, 2022 6:17 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Battery installation guidance
Replies: 13
Views: 1477

Re: Battery installation guidance

Do you have a battery selector, so you can preserve one battery for staring the engine and the other runs the "house"?

--interim
by Interim
Mon Oct 03, 2022 12:45 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: Lifting outboard
Replies: 11
Views: 3480

Re: Lifting outboard

I have a 9.9 on my 26s. I step in the motor well, and raise the bracket. Then reach to the back of the motor head, and tilt it up to get the prop all the way out of the water. The weight isn't bad, but if you picture this in your mind you will note that 25% of my mass is aft of the transom. Probably...
by Interim
Tue Sep 13, 2022 1:31 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: One genoa sheet seems to be better than two
Replies: 4
Views: 1314

Re: One genoa sheet seems to be better than two

I use one long line, but instead of a cow hitch I have two half hitches on it.

--interim
by Interim
Tue Sep 06, 2022 12:49 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: 1990 26s trailer
Replies: 1
Views: 1102

Re: 1990 26s trailer

Interesting... I am using an original trailer on my 26S, and I had a bearing/hub failure. I don't think they replaced the axle, though. Just new hubs and bearings. And rims and tires. Yes, a near catastrophe.

--interim
by Interim
Mon Aug 22, 2022 7:39 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Rudder Cable Attachment
Replies: 3
Views: 1329

Re: Rudder Cable Attachment

I have two cables, and they each are held on by the bolt that goes through the rudder. One cable loop on each side of the bolt.

I would also suggest that you replace the rope connection to the tiller with a shock cord, so the rudder can kick up if you hit something.

--john
by Interim
Mon Aug 08, 2022 12:34 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Outboard Power on a 26D
Replies: 8
Views: 2149

Re: Outboard Power on a 26D

We used a 5hp last year when our 9.9hp was out of commission. The 5hp worked fine, but we only had it in lighter winds. I don't think it would have been able to take us into a 15mph wind if the situation called for it.

--john
by Interim
Mon Aug 01, 2022 5:08 am
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: Sail Choice
Replies: 4
Views: 1415

Re: Sail Choice

I know this guy sails alone, so the ease of handling theory may explain it. He does have a roller furler, and a genny maybe 135% or so.

Your answers confirm my experience that this isn't an advantage in control, pointing, or speed. Perhaps just ease of handling.

Thanks.

--john
by Interim
Wed Jul 27, 2022 12:55 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: Sail Choice
Replies: 4
Views: 1415

Sail Choice

I was out last weekend in a 15mph breeze (gusts to 23), sailing along under reefed sails and having a good time. I look across the lake, and out comes a Hunter under main only, sailing a close reach. No headsail. I have no idea how well he was pointing, but this seemed odd. Is that a better sail pla...
by Interim
Mon Jul 25, 2022 12:11 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: 26S Anchor Roller
Replies: 4
Views: 560

Re: 26S Anchor Roller

I have a 26s. I acquired a roller, and found it wouldn't fit because of the lip you mentioned, and the forestay and bow lights are in the way if you wanted it to be centered. So I hang my danforth on the pulpit, hook a link of the chain on a bow chock, and keep the rode in a bag that lets it run out...
by Interim
Wed Jun 15, 2022 6:46 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: That Sinking Feeling: Water coming in
Replies: 20
Views: 3442

Re: That Sinking Feeling: Water coming in

I considered both those things. Regarding the 5200, I tend to take the view that I will win all material battles because I can escalate in tools. This arrogance, of course, is what brought down Icarus. Regarding leaving the sealant alone if it is working, I agree with you. I may not have described i...