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by C Striker
Mon Apr 21, 2014 12:59 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: HIFIELD LEVERS
Replies: 58
Views: 14611

Re: HIFIELD LEVERS

Well done Sir! You should see the difference easily, and hopefully a few more degrees into the wind.

Macless Erik
by C Striker
Sun Jan 12, 2014 5:43 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Sailing Movie: Wild Eyes: the Abby Sunderland story
Replies: 20
Views: 5734

Re: Sailing Movie: Wild Eyes: the Abby Sunderland story

I forget how to quote :D Ditto with Dave B. I bought my M to go to the Bahamas, and sold it when I knew it would be 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration. Once my ancient cat kicks the bucket the ex-admiral and myself will fly over and rent a boat if we feel the need to further explore. One thing for ...
by C Striker
Sun Jan 12, 2014 5:16 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: HIFIELD LEVERS
Replies: 58
Views: 14611

Re: HIFIELD LEVERS

Hi Jimbo, I bought the larger one. Sorry I don't have the measurement, or boat for that matter. I realized too late that in order to use the lower 2 sets of holes on the topside, I had to use some sort of attachment between the furler and lever. This of course would make it longer, while shorter was...
by C Striker
Fri Dec 27, 2013 8:44 am
Forum: Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues
Topic: Sailing to Bimini and then to Berry Islands Bahamas
Replies: 102
Views: 32007

Re: Sailing to Bimini and then to Berry Islands Bahamas

I have to agree with Dave B. on this. A week or two would never work.If you must be back so soon, be very careful because there's a chance you may not make it back at all. Do yourself a favor and book a flight. This way you can have a relaxing vacation. If you feel the need to explore the waters sim...
by C Striker
Mon Dec 23, 2013 9:04 am
Forum: Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues
Topic: Sailing to Bimini and then to Berry Islands Bahamas
Replies: 102
Views: 32007

Re: Sailing to Bimini and then to Berry Islands Bahamas

Sea Wind, Another option to consider. Your boat and towbeast... I will rent a nice minivan for the wife and kids. I sold my mac last summer, quite easily I should add. After 5 years I was very disheartened at the amount of work done to her. I traded my tow beast in for a mustang with land bimini. Fo...
by C Striker
Tue Jul 23, 2013 3:12 am
Forum: Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues
Topic: Anchorages near Southport/Bald Head Island (NC)
Replies: 7
Views: 2955

Re: Anchorages near Southport/Bald Head Island (NC)

I am signing over the sea striker today. I am going to be strong and not back out. the new owner plans on slipping it in Wilmington on the river, so hopefully you guys both hook up before too long. and just give me a call if you need someone to crew 8)
by C Striker
Thu Jun 06, 2013 8:47 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Tip of the day ...Post yours
Replies: 69
Views: 11172

Re: Tip of the day ...Post yours

The early worm gets eaten by the bird.
by C Striker
Wed May 15, 2013 8:32 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Composting toilets
Replies: 143
Views: 118027

Re: Composting toilets

Hi Guys,

I'm about to pull the trigger on one of these turlets soon. I was wondering if any of you had any real info on healing. Did the pee stay outta da poo? I'd rather not have to install it facing aft. Any other nuggets you feel like droppin will be appreciated...
:D
by C Striker
Thu May 02, 2013 1:14 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: water system
Replies: 31
Views: 6340

Re: water system

Sumner posts the link in his signature. Every detail of every mod, all illustrated. Quite a wealth of knowledge to be found.
If you can follow directions, you can DIY.
by C Striker
Thu May 02, 2013 12:36 pm
Forum: Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues
Topic: Miami to Bimini--Advice/tips???
Replies: 11
Views: 3502

Re: Miami to Bimini--Advice/tips???

Keel is there a problem with your webpage or is it just my phone?
I'm always looking for Bahama logs, hopefully it will work on my laptop.

thanks,
Erik
by C Striker
Sun Apr 14, 2013 10:26 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: When was the first year for aluminum trailers?
Replies: 33
Views: 11195

Re: When was the first year for aluminum trailers?

Glenn at the machine shop wouldn't go as far to say the old bar was made with 3/16 thickness. I had about 1/16th left in the worst spots. He ground off the buddy and ladder, post, jack etc. and then welded it all back onto a 3x3x 1/4 inch thickness son! The bar only goes into the buddy about 4 inche...
by C Striker
Mon Apr 08, 2013 5:44 pm
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: When was the first year for aluminum trailers?
Replies: 33
Views: 11195

Re: When was the first year for aluminum trailers?

The winch was attached to the boat... woops! The boat was also touching the rubber V block... double woops!! I forgot the winch was installed for when the boat is floating only. That was enough to bend the bar up. With the boat supported from under the rails, the bar now shows as bent the other way....
by C Striker
Mon Apr 08, 2013 6:58 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: When was the first year for aluminum trailers?
Replies: 33
Views: 11195

Re: When was the first year for aluminum trailers/drawbar woes

Ok this really stinks. Planned on a few days onboard. Lowest temp of 60 degrees overnight and sooner or later will hit 80. Pulled the boat from the back and into the front drive for the morning tow. Woke up to see the towbar is bending up. I could see it plain as day, but the Punkin thought it may b...
by C Striker
Fri Apr 05, 2013 6:02 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: First day on the Mac
Replies: 21
Views: 5789

Re: First day on the Mac

Yes I remember that sandbar well! Learned a good lesson there. GPS on before shoving off.