March 2006 - montgomery_boats - mailman.xmission.com

Re: M_Boats: Forward Hatch in an M15
by Saltm17＠aol.com 17 Mar '06

17 Mar '06

In terms of ventilation, I often anchor from the stern of my M17. That way, the entire hatchway is open to any breezes in the night. The foreward-opening hatch also acts as a small wind scoop. John Edwards "Miss T" M17 #372

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Re: M_Boats: T-Shirt Art
by BILLAMICASR＠aol.com 17 Mar '06

17 Mar '06

In a message dated 3/17/2006 4:08:30 AM Pacific Standard Time, LUDLOWD2(a)aol.com writes: Bill The best tee shirt color is black. Don Your color preference is noted. I have but one vote like you do and I go for Navy blue. Who knows what we'll end up - a part of this project may end up with cost as a factor. I know I dont have much interest in $30.00 T-shirts. The design work is still being attanded to at the moment - And, as usual, David Wood is taking the Monty by the bow as it were and doing an excellent job. Cant wait to show off his ideas. Bill

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T-Shirt Art
by David W. Wood 17 Mar '06

17 Mar '06

Well, I think I have to agree with Gary here. I think the boat artwork on the T-shirts ought to have the more usual look of the boats with standard windows, rather than the colorized version with the round ports that's on the mugs and the photo site. After all, that's what most people are going to run into out on the water. I only did the version with the dark blue hull and tan bark sails because that's what my idealized boat will look like if I ever get the cash to order a new M-15. So how about a grey T-shirt with the three boats with white hulls and sails, and perhaps three different colored sheer stripes; red, blue and green? The grey shirt will hide dirt and set off the white hulls and sails nicely. My $0.02 =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= David W. Wood -=- dwood(a)dwoodworks.com 1981 M15 -=- Hull #163 > Bill: > I like #5. I'd like to see the standard cabin window in the M17, > rather than the round ports. White shirt is ok, or else blue shirt > and white sails on the boats--I'd like that even better. > --Gary

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BCC Brochure
by BILLAMICASR＠aol.com 17 Mar '06

17 Mar '06

I called Sumio Oya (owner of Sam L Morse Co) and after he looked at the Photo Site, "Sentient" and other photos, graciously said "Please let me send you copies of the originals." He is also looking for a good Falmouth Cutter for us to post on the site also. So, I think I've got a BCC brochure on the way. Bill

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Re: M_Boats: Forward Hatch in an M15
by Les Clute 16 Mar '06

16 Mar '06

If memory serves, the brochure I received back in '83 along with my new M17 said the forward hatch was hinged on the forward edge to ensure it wouldn't fly open when trailering. With respect to improving ventilation, I Wonder if you could put one or two opening ports in the forward cabin bulkhead? Les Clute M17 #363 ============================================================ From: Rick Langer <farreach(a)optonline.net> Date: 2006/03/16 Thu AM 09:30:19 EST To: montgomery_boats(a)mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Forward Hatch in an M15 I'm planning to install a 12"x12" (9"x9" cutout) hatch in the forward deck right in front of the cabin. My intent is to increase ventilation through the cabin. I have considered a Nicro type vent, but prefer a passive, no noise option. I don't think a cowl or dorade box will work well because the deck is very small. I also considered cutting a port or two into the cabin sides, but nixed that being worried I'd weaken the roof/mast step. So it seems a low profile hatch is the best solution. My question is, "Which way should I orient it?". My first thought is to have the lid open towards the mast. This way, at anchor, the lid would direct a breeze down the hatch. However, I've seen some hatches mounted the other way like on an M17. What's the advantage of this orientation? Thanks, Rick Langer M15 #337 Bluebird _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats ============================================================

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Re: M_Boats: Forward Hatch in an M15
by BILLAMICASR＠aol.com 16 Mar '06

16 Mar '06

In a message dated 3/16/2006 11:15:15 AM Pacific Standard Time, rmceagrella(a)aol.com writes: The Lewmar hatch ended up on the Folkboat Nice color on the hull & dodger. Nice boat John.

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Forward Hatch in an M15
by JazzYachts＠aol.com 16 Mar '06

16 Mar '06

I bought a small, low-profile Lewmar hatch ($300) to install in the foredeck of my M-15. One of the reasons I never got around to it was because the camber of the foredeck was going to make that an involved installation even for a professional like myself. One of the trademarks of the Montgomeries is the fine fiberglass mold work, and I was nervous about sullying the foredeck in the process of building up an epoxy sill to level the hatch. The Lewmar hatch ended up on the Folkboat, visible atop the coach roof here: _http://www.clcboats.com/folkboat/images/7%20-%20New%20Canvas%20and%20Deck%… (http://www.clcboats.com/folkboat/images/7%20-%20New%20Canvas%20and%20Deck%2…) One ponders a simple cowl vent but I stuffed the bow of my M-15 into waves many times and that seems like a guaranteed way to soak your bedding. In the end I carried a powerful, quiet 12-volt fan and that helped keep the little cabin from being so stuffy overnight. I also insulated the interior surfaces of the cabin with quilted material, and this eliminated most of the condensation problems. (I cut up a mattress pad, hemmed the edges, and fastened them to the interior with velcro. They could be removed for laundering.) Cheers, John

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Re: M_Boats: Forward Hatch in an M15
by BILLAMICASR＠aol.com 16 Mar '06

16 Mar '06

In a message dated 3/16/2006 6:38:32 AM Pacific Standard Time, farreach(a)optonline.net writes: I'm planning to install a 12"x12" (9"x9" cutout) hatch in the forward deck right in front of the cabin. Hi Rick, I'm possibly just a worrier about this: Since there is no Mast Compression post. Will the cut out compromise the strength? Maybe a chime in from Jerry M. would be nice. Bob Eeg is burried in orders and his Email is down (cannot respond to the list) so, I dont think he'll give his opinion. However, he can be reached at the M-Boats phone number (949) 489-8227. Curious minds want to know. And, if the M15 suffers from anything; it is ventilation in the cabin. I hope it works out. Take photos - please. Bill "Photo Site"

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outboard motor travel
by wesley caskey 16 Mar '06

16 Mar '06

To all Thanks to everyone that responded to the question of trailering the outboard stowed or mounted. Very informative! Learning from the experiences of others is a great tool. I will trailer my M17 (when i save up to buy one) with the outboard in the back of my truck. thanks again wesley __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

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re: outboards
by jazzmanrandy＠netscape.net 16 Mar '06

16 Mar '06

Hi from Randy W. I personally wouldn't recommend trailering with an outboat but on the other hand if someone wants to and they are aware of the risks, their choice. I'd have 2 motors. a. a small lightweight one for lake sailing, easy to handle carry. b. a coastal, bay motor probably heavier. Randy W. Bryan, TX __________________________________________________________________ Switch to Netscape Internet Service. As low as $9.95 a month -- Sign up today at http://isp.netscape.com/register Netscape. Just the Net You Need. New! Netscape Toolbar for Internet Explorer Search from anywhere on the Web and block those annoying pop-ups. Download now at http://channels.netscape.com/ns/search/install.jsp

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