Search found 16 matches

by rocketman28
Wed Jul 22, 2020 9:18 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: '73 Venture 21 for project or parts
Replies: 1
Views: 1159

Re: '73 Venture 21 for project or parts

Hi, if you still have the life lines, I would be interested in paying you to remove them and pay for shipping. Thx, Frank
by rocketman28
Sun Jul 12, 2020 2:42 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Forestay chain plate and keel hinge bolt washers
Replies: 4
Views: 1376

Re: Forestay chain plate and keel hinge bolt washers

Tom, thx for the explanation, makes sense. This boat was a one owner boat and probably not sailed very much. I rebuilt the 4 HP Johnson and the points, carb and spark plug were like new. It hasn't seen water for at least 22 years that I know of. Any thoughts about how I can replace the pivot pin wit...
by rocketman28
Sat Jul 11, 2020 5:41 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Swing Keel Bolts - Please ID in my V17 Photo
Replies: 7
Views: 3504

Re: Swing Keel Bolts - Please ID in my V17 Photo

I need to replace the rubber washers, but I cannot at this time raise the boat to lower the keel to set the lock pin bolt. Can I just amply support the keel from below and use a drift pin as I drive the pivot bolt thru?
by rocketman28
Sat Jul 11, 2020 5:27 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Forestay chain plate and keel hinge bolt washers
Replies: 4
Views: 1376

Re: Forestay chain plate and keel hinge bolt washers

Thx, I will certainly use the butyl tape when removing and replacing the chain plate cover, but any thoughts about adding another bolt thru one of the extra two chain plate holes?
by rocketman28
Sat Jul 11, 2020 12:19 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Forestay chain plate and keel hinge bolt washers
Replies: 4
Views: 1376

Forestay chain plate and keel hinge bolt washers

I am restoring a 1975 V21. My V21 chain plate has three bolt holes where it attaches thru the hull but only uses 1 bolt to secure it to the hull. The lock nut is tight but the chain plate moves easily in the deck slot and is a source of water leakage Should there be 2 or 3 bolts? Also is there a way...
by rocketman28
Tue May 05, 2020 8:49 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: vendor for lifelines
Replies: 3
Views: 1715

vendor for lifelines

Where can I find vendor for side lifelines install, DIY, for my Venture 21?
by rocketman28
Sat Mar 28, 2020 9:40 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Deck wire hand rail
Replies: 6
Views: 1502

Re: Deck wire hand rail

I can not thank you all enough.
by rocketman28
Mon Mar 23, 2020 7:09 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Deck wire hand rail
Replies: 6
Views: 1502

Deck wire hand rail

Where can I find a deck wire hand rail for my MacGregor 21 Venture
by rocketman28
Thu Nov 01, 2018 8:43 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: can I use a 9.9 2 stroke motor on my V21
Replies: 7
Views: 3802

Re: can I use a 9.9 2 stroke motor on my V21

thx for the reply. Is $425 a good price?
by rocketman28
Thu Nov 01, 2018 4:14 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: can I use a 9.9 2 stroke motor on my V21
Replies: 7
Views: 3802

can I use a 9.9 2 stroke motor on my V21

Can I use a 1975 9.9 HP Johnson motor totally re certified by a dealer on my Venture 21? How much should I pay for it?
by rocketman28
Fri Sep 28, 2018 10:05 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Need rigging diagram, Venture 21
Replies: 2
Views: 2719

Need rigging diagram, Venture 21

I need a detailed picture/drawing of the hardware used for the running rigging, vang, all sheets and halyards etc. for the Venture 21 that I am restoring. Can anyone help me with this? Thanks,
by rocketman28
Sat Sep 22, 2018 5:29 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Venture21 boat cover
Replies: 3
Views: 2956

Re: Venture21 boat cover

Thank you so much...I have a question in to them about how well the cover will hold up to our AZ sun. Most Cover companies will not guarantee theirs in the SW for 5 years even though they advertise 7.
by rocketman28
Mon Sep 17, 2018 3:14 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Venture21 boat cover
Replies: 3
Views: 2956

Venture21 boat cover

I need a good UV quality boat cover for my Venture21
by rocketman28
Wed Aug 15, 2018 3:03 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: Year my boat built
Replies: 1
Views: 2234

Year my boat built

where do I find my McGregor Venture 21 serial number and the year it was made
by rocketman28
Wed Jul 11, 2018 4:02 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: centerboard winch
Replies: 2
Views: 2347

centerboard winch

Where can I get a floating centerboard winch for a Venture 21?