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Re: M_Boats: Teak Cockpit Grating
by ndorf＠surfbest.net 16 May '12

16 May '12

Gary and Bones... That does sound like a neat idea. I have green dridek on my M15 cockpit floor that matches my green sheer stripe, but a teak or ipe frame would class it up and be very functional, also hiding the crummy job I did cutting the shape. And yes John Owens does great work (he built me a rudder foil and repaired my old one) By the way Gary, on my way up to Spokane for work this evening, staying in the Valley thru friday. Email me if you want to grab some grub and brew one evening. Cheers Neil Dorf '85 M15 TwoCan NorCal Sent from my HTC on the Now Network from Sprint! ----- Reply message ----- From: "GARY M HYDE" <gmhyde1(a)mac.com> To: "For and about Montgomery Sailboats" <montgomery_boats(a)mailman.xmission.com> Cc: "Theo Petron" <cheftheo(a)comcast.net>, <bownez(a)juno.com> Subject: M_Boats: Teak Cockpit Grating Date: Tue, May 15, 2012 2:54 pm Bownez: Could you send me a photo of your teak framing on your dri dek? I'm thinking of doing that for my M17 cockpit. Also, John Owens, http://www.jowoodworks.com/ can make teak grates for cockpits. GARY ~~~~_/) ~~~~ M17 Hydeaway 2 On Apr 8, 2012, at 8:09 PM, bownez(a)juno.com wrote: > Hi Theo, My M23 has a teak frame around the Dri-Dek. Works great. Buddy Bones > ____________________________________________________________ > 53 Year Old Mom Looks 33 > The Stunning Results of Her Wrinkle Trick Has Botox Doctors Worried > http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4f82532126cd71e47a7st02vuc

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Re: M_Boats: Teak Cockpit Grating
by bownez＠juno.com 15 May '12

15 May '12

Hi Theo, My M23 has a teak frame around the Dri-Dek. Works great. Buddy Bones ____________________________________________________________ 53 Year Old Mom Looks 33 The Stunning Results of Her Wrinkle Trick Has Botox Doctors Worried http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4f82532126cd71e47a7st02vuc

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Sizing masthead spinnaker halyard block
by Bill Wickett 15 May '12

15 May '12

I have a nice new assymetrical cruising spinnaker from Judy B at Hyde Sails. My mast head has an empty position forward of the forestay pin. My plan is to pin a swivel block in that empty position and lead the halyard through that. (external halyard for now) Can anyone advise on block size? A Harken 29mm Carbo swivel block has a working load of 330 lbs and a breaking load of 1000 lbs. Is that sufficient or should I go to a 40mm block or larger with a higher working load? I have not idea of the load involved with a 176 sq ft spinnaker. Thanks Bill Wickett Makin' Time M17 #622

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Re: M_Boats: deck hull joint leak (I think)
by bownez＠juno.com 14 May '12

14 May '12

Hi Robbin, I have a small leak in that same area on my M23. It does seem to be below where the water pools next to the toerail.I'd like to solve the issue too, but I have yet to address it. My leak is not major (yet), but the only way I can see to remedy the situation is to remove the aluminum toe rail completely, clean, check deck to hull joint, and rebed the toerail.Not an easy job to say the least.Perhaps Jerry will chime in on this topic. I seem to recall Theo has a similar issue on his M23. On a brighter note, I went for my first sail of the season today and it was fabulous. Bones ____________________________________________________________ 60&#45Year&#45Old Mom Looks 25 Mom Reveals $5 Wrinkle Trick That Has Angered Doctors&#33 http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4fb07a4f9bf6711dc82dst01vuc

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Sailing Tomales again
by Daniel Rich 10 May '12

10 May '12

I never get tired of Tomales Bay. It is also the closest place for me to sail! Every time I go out in the M15 I am reminded of what a fabulous design it is. The wind picked up later in the day. The M15 just takes it so well and predictably. My dog has learned how to beat to windward. Every time I tack he high sides with me. Nice that he is a pack animal and does what everybody else is doing. Mostly I think he just wants the protection! He does not like the water. But he hates being left behind even more. Short video for those interested: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cT9h6nETVBY Daniel Rich M15 #208 "Kestrel" danielgrich(a)gmail.com

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Towing Vehicle Question
by Jeffrey Johnston 08 May '12

08 May '12

I am a new owner of a M15 and have not yet launched her (Michigan). My tow vehicle is a Chevrolet full-size pick up which is only two wheel drive. I am having some worries as I look at my various lake launch ramps, some of which are rather steep. These trucks are nortoriously light in the rear end and I am concerned as to whether I may find myself sitting and spinning at launch and retrieve time. I cannot afford a 4WD truck and thus am wondering what options other use (other than a tow truck) to launch and retrieve their Monty's if they are in my same shoes tow vehicle wise. My trailer does have a short (3-4 foot) tongue extension. Thanks. *Jeff+* Molōn labe!

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Re: M_Boats: Towing Vehicle Question
by bownez＠juno.com 08 May '12

08 May '12

Jeff, I used a Chev S-10, 2 wheel drive for my M17 launch duties with no issues. It will make a huge difference what the ramp bed consists of. Is it a concrete apron or mud and sand?It also helps to pull out with the auto transmission in 2nd gear, not low. I think you'll be fine, the M15 is half the weight of the M17. You can always throw a length of chain and a come-along in the truck for security! Bones ____________________________________________________________ 53 Year Old Mom Looks 33 The Stunning Results of Her Wrinkle Trick Has Botox Doctors Worried http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4fa912ace53baf47792st01vuc

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Why you need chocks for the trailer and the tow car
by Conbert Benneck 07 May '12

07 May '12

Enjoy: http://www.bitoffun.com/video_vault/boat-launch-fun.htm Connie

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centerboard pin
by Tom Jenkins 07 May '12

07 May '12

Greetings, I have a 2004 M17, and following a week in San Diego Bay I noticed what appears to new rust stain around the centerboard pin on one side. Is there something in the hidden apparatus to be concerned about? I know the pin is stainless, and stainless can rust a bit, but it has never happened on longer immersions in salt water. Thanks, Tom Jenkins M17 Scintilla Hull 626

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Re: M_Boats: Why you need chocks for the trailer and the tow car
by bownez＠juno.com 06 May '12

06 May '12

Fabulous Connie... Bones ____________________________________________________________ 53 Year Old Mom Looks 33 The Stunning Results of Her Wrinkle Trick Has Botox Doctors Worried http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/4fa70d381d3f0e96ab5st05vuc

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