Mods
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Galley, Wallas stove-heaterGalley - Galley (MacGregor 26X) - January 15, 2020Galley update, including a Wallas stove / heater 800D + 200D, a mechanical controls microwave and a deep sink. https://wallas.fi/index.php?id=1062
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Cherry wood GalleyGalley - Galley (MacGregor 26X) - December 31, 2019P.O. made a cherry galley with drawers and a small door and made a small upper cabinet with sliding doors. Drawers have clear plastic sliding covers and self lock. Lock requires finger press in hole. Son in-law made a very useful tray that doubles as...
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Sink and doors sliding galleyGalley - (MacGregor 26M) - December 24, 2019Replaced fiberglass sink with bar sink from Lowes. Took out cubbies and replaced with 2 new doors. Much more space now. Pressure pump under galley. Published by: Russ
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Microwave & drawers in galleyGalley - - December 1, 2019A 600 Watt GE Microwave was installed in the Galley area with two plastic drawers. The photo on the left shows the finished results and the right shows it without the microwave and the front. I used the lexan panel from the original equipment for doo...
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Mac25 Kitchen and CabinetsGalley - - November 18, 2017I added some cabinets from an old kitchen I helped tear out, and modified the galley to sit on removable shelving brackets. So far it works great. Published by: fritz3000g
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One more galleyGalley - - May 26, 2017While I was searching for my MacGregor, I was also looking for mods and improvements what I will be able to do once I find it. So this site was one of the main sources for ideas and I feel obliged to share it for future MacGregor sailors. As someone ...
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New galleyGalley - - May 9, 2017Finally finished our new galley. I've decided to built a dual counter top for more flexibility. There is an electrical pump now with a on demand hot water system. Contrary to what it seems, the hot water system is not in the way. We take showers outs...
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side tableGalley - - April 17, 2017Wife wanted extra prep space for galley. Found some nice folding brackets, scrap oak with mahogany stain, a couple of shims and a piece of plywood for backer board to support on the inside of galley wall. Works well and folds out of the way when not ...
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Galley storageGalley - - April 17, 2017We needed a little place to keep galley stuff. This is still a work in progress but it will slide to the berth area w/o hitting anything. The dishes on the back were a bit of an afterthought but work well. Paper towel holder, extra backpack stove, fu...
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Lifting galley counterGalley - - February 20, 2017To accommodate being able to stand up while using the galley area I fabricated a lifting counter w/sink. The finished counter allows the counter with sink to be raised approximately 10 inches up and moves it 10 inches forward from under the cabinet a...
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Access hatch under galleyGalley - - February 14, 2017I installed 2 of deluxe storage access hatches bought from Withworhts (www.withworths.com.au) and installed them under the galley. This allow easy access to the space under the galley with ease. Published by: tehtairing
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Galley RehabGalley - - December 25, 2016For our galley remodel we first removed the black front on the cabinets, old alcohol stove and tile from the top of the galley. We then cut out the top of the galley to the dimensions of the new sink (bar sink), and the new 2 burner propane stove top...
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Galley rehab part 2Galley - - December 25, 2016We then cut the hole for the stove top and new sink in the plywood. The sink faucet hole was cut later at the back right of the sink. This pick is of the completed galley top with the stove, sink, and dish holder rack. Published by: ris
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Companion way steps.Galley - - September 8, 2016I was wondering if anyone has installed the companion way steps/ladder you see in the 2002 26x on a earlier model? Would it clear the step with the ballast vent? Thanks Published by: floridabrian
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Galley trimGalley - - May 22, 2016So after noticing how easily the fiberglass galley scratches, I made these stainless steel trim pieces. The edge protectors are rub strip bought 2nd hand and cut to length. The flat piece protects the little counter area where hot pots and things are...
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Our favorite galley modGalley - - April 14, 2016We built 3 shelves under the stove as food storage and then we found these white tubs by steralite. The bottom shelf is 7 inches the other two are 6 inches tall and 23 inches long. The tubs are 10" wide, by 14" long by 5 inches high. You would not be...
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Container Store 'Elfa' GalleyGalley - - November 24, 2015I mulled over modifying the existing M galley, but decided the basic enclosure entrance was just too restrictive, so I decided to start from scratch. The Container Store has its own brand of drawers and lightweight drawer frames, which come in differ...
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Pressure water tankGalley - - October 8, 2015Was looking to install a pressurised water system for the galley. Purpose built poly tanks and pumps were going to cost lots of $$$$. I stumbled across a listing on ebay for an ATV weed spraying tank with built in pump and pressure switch with enough...
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Galley ModificationsGalley - - April 3, 2015The original galley on the X is not very useful. First the sink can't handle much more than a coffee mug. Second the insert under the sink and stove wastes most of the space. Third, the counter top space is very limited. To solve these issues I cut o...
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My new galleyGalley - - October 2, 2014My "new" galley is finally almost complete so I thought I would post what I have done. I raised the entire galley by about 6" and added a new sink and faucet over the old one. Directly in front of the shelving unit is a flip up panel that allows acce...
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Galley cabinetsGalley - - June 4, 2014Took a month to build but cabinets are installed. Published by: Kim Armstrong
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Water Storage BinGalley - - June 3, 2014We go through about a gallon a day for coffee, cooking & dishwater. Previously, we had two milk crates on the rear birth with up to four 1 gallon jugs in each. My wife came up with this idea and I threw it together. We can store six one gallon jugs p...
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Garbage Can and Storage MODGalley - - April 19, 2014I used a 10 gallon Rubbermaid Roughneck tote and a 3.5 gallon bucket to create some quick storage. The idea was to create a small garbage can for the boat, I chose a 3 1/2 gallon bucket with a screw on gamma lid (both sold at home depot) for this pro...
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Galley upgradeGalley - - March 25, 2014We removed the door from the head several years ago and replaced it with curtains. For the galley I removed the front shelves & moved them to the left side of the galley. Used the head door material and hinges for the left front door of the galley. I...
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Easy Galley Storage ModGalley - - March 12, 2014Although I could have built some nice drawers, I just don't have time. Removed factory face panel, painted interior of galley off-white, added mahogany trim to cover the sharp fiberglass edges, bought three plastic containers. Very accessible, high v...
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Two Burner Stove and New SinkGalley - - October 24, 2013Really needed to have some sort of way to cook meals/heat water for a brew and (after reading various reviews) decided to fit an Origo 4100 two burner spirit stove. Also found that the original sink did not really cut it. In planning for this I notic...
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new galleyGalley - - July 22, 2013Just finished installation of our new smev sink with inbuilt tap, and Origo A200 stove Published by: Hibbit
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New X GalleyGalley - - July 11, 2013Thought I would add this to the mod section for easy browsing. The mod added only 37 pounds and gave a HUGE gain to the storage. A router was set to cut down to 1 ply of the wood and the center of the doors and some of the bottom shelves was cut down...
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Mac Classic Mirror ReplacementGalley - - June 14, 2013I removed the cracked mirror on my 26S and replaced it with stained red oak. I had a friend paint the picture you see here. I mounted the picture with (4) SS screws through the frame and the wood then secured them with SS washers and stop nuts in the...
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Rollover Proof Battery / Cabinet Mod Pt. 1Galley - - June 6, 2013(Pt.1 This section gives the basic measurements, and asks you to build a test template) There are 6 parts to this mod, just look under galley or electrical in the MODS section for parts 2,3,4,5,6 This project describes how I went about securing a typ...
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Rollover Proof Battery / Cabinet Mod Pt. 2Galley - - June 6, 2013This project describes building a capsize proof floor inside a 26S cabinet (Pt.2 Cut the Plywood) You can find Parts 1,3,4,5,6 in the MODS section of the forum, listed under Galley or Electrical In the first photo I've just used my cardboard template...
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Rollover Proof Battery / Cabinet Mod Pt. 3Galley - - June 6, 2013This project describes building a capsize proof floor inside a 26S cabinet (Pt.3 Make the supports) Parts 1,2,4,5,6 of this MOD can be found in the Galley and or Electrical section of Mac Mods Nothing extra to say for this part as the photos have tex...
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Rollover Proof Battery / Cabinet Mod Pt. 4Galley - - June 6, 2013Rollover Proof Battery / Cabinet Mod (Pt.4 Install the Floor) Parts 1,2,3,5,6 of this MOD can be found in the Galley and or Electrical section of Mac Mods Sorry no extra notes for this section as the pictures explain it. Martin Randolph Link to Part ...
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Rollover Proof Battery / Cabinet Mod Pt. 5Galley - - June 6, 2013This project describes building a capsize proof floor inside a 26S cabinet (Pt.5 Adding the Hold-Down boards) Parts 1,2,3,4,6 of this MOD can be found under Galley and or Electrical in the Mac Mods section. The only thing of note would be to secure t...
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Rollover Proof Battery / Cabinet Mod Pt. 6Galley - - June 6, 2013This project describes building a capsize proof floor inside a 26S cabinet (Pt.6 Adding a board to mount things on) I mounted a plywood wall at the back of the cabinet, and it gives you a nice place to mount things. You can see in the last photo I've...
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5 Gallon Water Container connection to FaucetGalley - - May 4, 2013I was able to fit two Reliance 5 gallon water containers on their side under the bench seat in front of galley. Modified output to allow sealed connection. I only modified one cap and switch between containers. Home Depot: 3/4" to 1/2" threaded irrig...
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Galley PVC Trim to make Drawers and FramingGalley - - April 7, 2013I have proven that carpentry is a true skill that I lack, but it did not stop me from trying. It's not pretty, but it is very sturdy. I used 3 vertical headers and secured to front opening to hide screws behind existing face. Also, in the back center...
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New Galley using a Lexan Countertop OverlayGalley - - March 25, 2013Starting with a cardboard template, I used a sheet of 3/16" thick solid Black Lexan Makrolon Polycarbonate for the counter top. Lexan is the tough material that is supposed to be heat and scratch resistant (same material used for bullet proof windows...
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Sliding GalleyGalley - - February 25, 2013Sliding Galley built from mahogany and oak wood. The stainless steel hinged counter tops came from a salvaged Brinkman 2600 grill. Published by: jsgoev
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GalleyGalley - - December 29, 2012Show unfinished galley,bigger sink,12v fridge,12v water pump new rosewood top...used sink cut out for a stepping pad in motor well Published by: bartmac
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MicrowaveGalley - - December 29, 2012I installed this small 230v microwave mainly for reheating. From memory it's about a 600w model. I removed the outer casing so it could be mounted to the counter top with studs & rubber vibration isolating feet. It works very well, even with a 1700w ...
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Cabinet and drawersGalley - - November 16, 2012Replaced black plastic cabinet face with stained oak and 3 drawers. I made bi-fold doors for ease of opening. The drawers are the best part of the mod.They lock on the inside through the cabinet door. I laid carpet under the sink and wire tied three ...
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M Galley retrofitGalley - - October 27, 2012Tired of stock M galley. So I bought a new $89 sink from Lowes and some plywood and made a new door to the galley and installed sink and faucet. I cut the old fiberglass sink out and replaced it with this stainless one. So much nicer to have that spa...
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Galley RefurbishmentGalley - - September 11, 2012The galley was in desperate need for a refurb. I don't like the idea of propane in a boat (particularly with the "classic" not having a dedicated gas locker and the lazarette not being fully separated from the cabin. Installed a spirit stove (Dometic...
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Double alcohol stoveGalley - - June 28, 2012Some of the Mac's in the norwegian market have been equipped with propane cooking devices. I don't like those in vessels where propane bottles not have their own dedicated (safe) storage location. So I actually thought of the missing stove as a plus,...
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Marine Radio and Stereo with USBGalley - - May 1, 2012The new galley cabinetry provided more clean and convenient locations for the VHF Radio and the new stereo system which is USB/MP3 capable. The USB function allows us to have 1000 songs running on our boat with no commercial interruptions. The USB po...
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Galley Redo Part 6Galley - - May 1, 2012The "Sea of Glass" now has a new galley. Previously the bulkhead, upper cabinet and left unit were completed. In Part 5 the counter top was made with custom-built round-cornered mahogany edge molding. The base cabinet then needed to be completed with...
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Galley Redo Part 7Galley - - May 1, 2012Here are some close-ups showing the insides of the base cabinet storage. There are two shallow storage areas in front of the stove and sink. It is amazing how much you can stuff in a small space. The right rear part of the dovetail-jointed drawer ins...
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Leaking Faucet (Tap) FixGalley - - April 19, 2012I've had the 26x a couple of months now and I'm working my way through the boat, fixing and modding where I can. I'm mostly using mods from here but I've come up with a few solutions of my own. The galley tap (faucet) leaked where the lever goes in. ...