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by vkmaynard
Tue Mar 12, 2024 7:05 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: Boomkicker vs Garhauer Rigid Boom Vang
Replies: 6
Views: 465

Re: Boomkicker vs Garhauer Rigid Boom Vang

We've used the Garhauer Rigid Boom Vang since day one purchase in 2005. Would not sail without it.

Highly recommend.

Victor
by vkmaynard
Fri Dec 15, 2023 7:18 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Winter Projects 2023-2024 -- Post Yours
Replies: 38
Views: 10330

Re: Winter Projects 2023-2024 -- Post Yours

My winter project.

Victor

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by vkmaynard
Tue Dec 12, 2023 7:40 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Winter Projects 2023-2024 -- Post Yours
Replies: 38
Views: 10330

Re: Winter Projects 2023-2024 -- Post Yours

We added shore power and upgraded the DC panel a long time ago.

100% worth the trouble.

Victor
by vkmaynard
Tue Dec 12, 2023 7:36 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Winter Projects 2023-2024 -- Post Yours
Replies: 38
Views: 10330

Re: Winter Projects 2023-2024 -- Post Yours

Pro tip: Spray all connection with CRC battery terminal spray (red). The spray will capillary into the wires. After sitting the spay is very sticky like grease deep inside so it does not wash away. Zero issues since 2005. Including spade connections that got soaked in the bilge. Done this many times...
by vkmaynard
Wed Nov 22, 2023 7:02 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Prospective X Purchaser
Replies: 30
Views: 9330

Re: Prospective X Purchaser

Can anyone give me a ballpark knot reading on this boat’s probable SOG running a Yamaha 50 iron jib - 17°pitch propeller- at WOT and likely fuel flow at that throttle angle? With and / or without full ballast? Also, what kind of unassisted, strictly sailing speeds am I likely to see with correctly ...
by vkmaynard
Sat Oct 28, 2023 12:20 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Where are the "old guard" of this forum?
Replies: 50
Views: 5780

Re: Where are the "old guard" of this forum?

This old gaurd is sailing the York River today with my son and a friend. Beautiful no shirt weather.

All mods working including the Suzuki 90, Billy AC box, Pressurized Water, Shore Power and my Autopilot.

New sails, New trailer great!

Love our Mac 26X.

Victor
by vkmaynard
Tue Oct 24, 2023 7:58 pm
Forum: Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues
Topic: Sailing York Town, VA Area Oct 27-29 2023
Replies: 0
Views: 1869

Sailing York Town, VA Area Oct 27-29 2023

Plan to sail York Town, VA area this weekend 0ct 27-29 2023.

Docking at York Rivet Yacht Haven each night.

Let me know if you are in the area.

Victor
by vkmaynard
Fri Apr 28, 2023 8:34 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: trailering
Replies: 20
Views: 3194

Re: trailering

Same problem for years until I redesigned a new custom trailer. Made extremely up-turned the rear bunks. Also have a centering pad on the goal post.

Zero problems now. Single hand operation.

Victor

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by vkmaynard
Thu Apr 13, 2023 4:53 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Cabin Flooring?
Replies: 42
Views: 7513

Re: Cabin Flooring?

Carpet also has the advantage of removing sand off your feet so it does not end up in bed.

No issues with carpet. Use the non-skid under it.

Replace when needed. We remove all cushions and carpet between sailing trips.

Victor
by vkmaynard
Tue Apr 11, 2023 7:08 pm
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: New Custom 26X Trailer
Replies: 75
Views: 50010

Re: New Custom 26X Trailer

Was anyone else able to buy a trailer from Triad Trailers?

Victor
by vkmaynard
Tue Feb 28, 2023 11:01 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Suzuki DF60AV or DF90A ?
Replies: 64
Views: 14359

Re: Suzuki DF60AV or DF90A ?

Any prop repair shop can re-pitch your prop. Blue Ridge Propellers is still in business. The guy is a real artisan. https://www.brpdynamics.com/ Our boat is has been SUPER fun since we added the DF90A. Ask our kids or anyone that has done this if they would go back to a lower horsepower. Let us know...
by vkmaynard
Thu Feb 23, 2023 1:48 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Suzuki DF60AV or DF90A ?
Replies: 64
Views: 14359

Re: Suzuki DF60AV or DF90A ?

https://macgregorsailors.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=15666&hilit=df90a&start=15 "Jason at Blue Ridge Propellers did a perfect job. I asked him to reduce the pitch by no more than 1" relative to what he measured on the current 13.75 x 15 prop. New numbers: 31 MPH steady @ 6250 RPM (0...
by vkmaynard
Fri Nov 18, 2022 6:32 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Mac 26X with every Mod and upgrade listed with some pics
Replies: 37
Views: 8979

Re: Mac 26X with every Mod and upgrade listed with some pics

Also need a kegerator and AC like we have..
by vkmaynard
Tue Sep 13, 2022 6:41 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Battery maintenance on land
Replies: 20
Views: 1947

Re: Battery maintenance on land

You will ruin your batteries if you don't keep them charged year round. Been through numerous batteries since 2005. Replace frequency way down since using a small solar panel with a solar regular over the last 10 years. Use two house batteries. More than enough CCA to start our Suzuki DF90A. Batteri...
by vkmaynard
Mon Feb 28, 2022 7:46 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: New 2010 Suzuki DF90A + 26X = BIG Success!
Replies: 72
Views: 28338

Re: New 2010 Suzuki DF90A + 26X = BIG Success!

Still running strong.

No structural issues.

Victor