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by MinnesotaMikeMac
Fri Aug 03, 2018 10:40 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: water ingres by the steering when heeling
Replies: 75
Views: 39656

Re: water ingres by the steering when heeling

Aha I found the leak(s)! :-)https://photos.app.goo.gl/Mg7futUgZaTnXJP57 Below the water line should have been the first place that I looked, I think I've seen this before but overlooked it for some reason. Right or wrong I sealed with marine goop inside and out and will double check next time I'm in...
by MinnesotaMikeMac
Wed Aug 01, 2018 5:34 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: water ingres by the steering when heeling
Replies: 75
Views: 39656

Re: water ingres by the steering when heeling

I ran the tubing to the starboard storage area (there was a1 ¼"± hole already through) and will suck out any water separately from the 3 chambers with a shop vac or the suction gun.
by MinnesotaMikeMac
Wed Aug 01, 2018 5:30 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: water ingres by the steering when heeling
Replies: 75
Views: 39656

Re: water ingres by the steering when heeling

I too have a steep ramp that I launch on and when I do it myself I let the Boat sit at the steep angle for a few minutes so will speed up the process of launching. Before reading this I was resigned to punt and just deal with the water, here's one way to get the water out without removing all of the...
by MinnesotaMikeMac
Wed Jul 25, 2018 4:53 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Making rudders
Replies: 58
Views: 30508

Re: Making rudders

I made one out of a treated 2x8 I believe a couple of years ago yes it was crude and it floated but could get it into position with a little tug on the line, best staying home wishing I had a perfect one.