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by Dennis
Sat Aug 30, 2014 6:28 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: if you have bought the cockpit enclosure ? was it worth it ?
Replies: 48
Views: 19369

Re: if you have bought the cockpit enclosure ? was it worth

Have had the BWY full enclosure since the boat was new. Love it! Makes the boat user friendly during the winter months.
by Dennis
Thu Mar 27, 2014 12:30 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: lazy jacks
Replies: 18
Views: 5770

Re: lazy jacks

Hello dxg4848:

I will be curious to see any pictures you may take of the BWY main sail cradle/lazy jacks combo. BWY can't seem to provide pictures of their product. Go figure!

Dennis
by Dennis
Tue Nov 12, 2013 5:01 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: wind direction indicator for auto pilot
Replies: 35
Views: 9396

Re: wind direction indicator for auto pilot

See if this may be of help. The unit will be available later this year. Here is a link to the website: http://www.flyorsail.com/

Dennis
by Dennis
Sun Sep 01, 2013 10:02 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: The new Tattoo
Replies: 99
Views: 39224

Re: The new Tattoo

At the show we would enjoy meeting with any other forum members - food & beverage or otherwise. Will be there Thursday, Friday and part of Saturday

Dennis
by Dennis
Thu May 16, 2013 11:35 am
Forum: Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues
Topic: MUCK-About Sail
Replies: 204
Views: 54875

Re: MUCK-About Sail

Later this summer we will be on I-64 paralleling the York River. Any one with launch site ideas close to the inlet? Tow vehicle and trailer storage is not an issue.

Dennis
by Dennis
Tue May 14, 2013 2:57 pm
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: Spare tire on Aluminum trailer
Replies: 19
Views: 7749

Re: Spare tire on Aluminum trailer

I successfully use this mounting system. Why? Because I need the added forward weight to offset the heavy Mercury 50hp Bigfoot hanging off the back. FYI: my tow vehicle is a heavy 1976 Oldsmobile modified to be equivalent to a modern HD PU truck. With a new trailer tire and rim there is a lot of wei...
by Dennis
Thu Jan 03, 2013 6:00 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Good Old Boat magazine
Replies: 0
Views: 1414

Good Old Boat magazine

It seems they are wanting to contact an "X" owner: Two more boat reviews on the horizon Dear friends and fellow sailors, 2013 has arrived -- Happy New Year to you and yours -- and it's time to gather readers' comments about the boats scheduled for review in our May issue. (Yes, May. Can sp...
by Dennis
Fri Jun 22, 2012 1:39 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Shoot thru hull transducer on a 26M
Replies: 21
Views: 4657

Re: Shoot thru hull transducer on a 26M

For several years my shoot thru the hull Lowrance transducer has worked just fine. It is buried inside a big glob of plumbers putty.
by Dennis
Sat Oct 29, 2011 7:35 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Purchasing an X??????????????????????
Replies: 21
Views: 4114

Re: I Have A Date!

John's is a great one! Any time I've ever called 1-800-234-3315 I got a prompt response. When we bought our :macm: he exceeded our expectations.
by Dennis
Wed Aug 24, 2011 6:43 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: garage storage clearance height?
Replies: 20
Views: 8409

Re: garage storage clearance height?

I wanted to know the answer, too. So I measured: Ground to top of mast in crutch support = 9 feet 7 inches / Overall length on standard factory aluminum :macm: trailer w/ 50hp BF Mercury in raised position = 32 feet 2 inches

Dennis
by Dennis
Mon Aug 01, 2011 12:06 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Water Leak Aft Bilge Under Bed
Replies: 18
Views: 7020

Re: Water Leak Aft Bilge Under Bed

I used to have a similar problem with my :macm: until I corrected the following. At the aft of the boat where the engine control cables/pushrod exit are 2 holes. On my boat one was covered with a rubber boot. The other had no cover. Regarding the one with the boot, I removed the boot, used 5200 adhe...
by Dennis
Sun May 01, 2011 5:32 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Meals on your mac !! & Favorite convenient foods for boating
Replies: 37
Views: 10275

Re: Favorite convenient foods for boating

Whole Almonds, Whole cashews, Dried Apricots, Dried Cranberries, Dried Banana Chips Trail Mix for nutritional value and Dried Dates for fiber! My U.S submariner son-in-law adds "3 bean salad which I hate, jello, omelets with powdered eggs which aren't bad, pastas".
by Dennis
Thu Feb 10, 2011 4:44 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: leak when it rains
Replies: 23
Views: 5745

Re: leak when it rains

Tom: My :macm: occsionally leaks in the vicinity of the starboard side traveler fastener. It appears to come in at the traveler bolt cover. Dennis
by Dennis
Mon Dec 13, 2010 6:40 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: depth/ fish finder
Replies: 13
Views: 4786

Re: depth/ fish finder

Dave: I use a Lowrance unit with their standard Skimmer transducer. I use the Skimmer inside the boat. It works just fine. I cannot tell tell the diffenence from when it was mounted on the outside. I have it mounted in Home Depot plumbers putty next to the port side rear ballast tank. I have used it...
by Dennis
Sat Nov 27, 2010 6:21 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Stolen and recovered
Replies: 19
Views: 4442

Re: Stolen and recovered

Jose:

When you make the Christmas visit do not forget the donkey :!: The donkey probably caused the lady to go outside.

Dennis