Thanks. Unfortunately I missed the opportunity to meet up out of channel islands harbor, simply didn't check this thread in time. We have been working on the boat, installed solar panel, vhf, gps...installed a new winch for the keel. Fixed the eye on the boat for trailering. Then had someone restore...

Replaced winch today w/1200lbs version. Works like a charm.

Well I removed the liner....I am glad I did. The U bolt was held in place with 2 crappy washers that made themselves all the way through an inch of fiberglass...it's not pretty. I don't think I will be towing the boat until I make repairs otherwise I'll have two ginormious holes in the bow.

Hi Guys, So I noticed that the bow trailer attachment for my new-to-me 85 Mac25 looks like this. http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s36/scubaanddreams/photo_zps9590a789.jpg [/url] The hook moves back and forth and is obviously anchored in the back, however since I am obviously new to this I am tryin...

Awesome thank you.

So, Having looked at the winch now for a couple of days, I am pretty sure it is the original winch from 29 years ago...so it's time to replace it. The stainless steel cable looks like new though. Anyways, can someone point me to the model from Northern Tool that is the replacement for the winch? Als...

Hello, I am the new (to me) owner of a 1985 Mac25. I am curious if anyone has sailed their Mac25 out of Santa Barbara Harbor, or if there are any other Mac25 owners in the SB/Ventura/Morro Bay Area. Mine is sitting on a trailer, and I plan on launching it out of the harbor this weekend. This is my f...