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M15 vang and loose foot main.
by Paul McAleavy 13 Apr '17

13 Apr '17

I have read opinions both for and against a boom vang for the M15. The argument for is that it is an essential sail control, the argument against is usually that it is unnecessary and just complicates a delightfully simple rig. I have also been advised to fly the main loose footed for better performance but have never seen a photo of an M15 rigged so. Anyone add a vang and love/hate it? Anyone sail loose footed? Notice a difference? Paul McAleavy M15 #471 Callisto -- Paul McAleavy 608-576-9006 Contract Customizing

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headroom in M-23
by Robbin Roddewig 13 Apr '17

13 Apr '17

Hi folks can you please tell me what the headroom is in the cabin of the M-23? I have some inquiries about this and I do not have ready access to measure the floor to ceiling span. Thanks Robbin M-23 Pinch Me Marshall 22 Otter Robbin Roddewig robbin.roddewig(a)verizon.net

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Re: M_Boats: headroom in M-23
by bownez＠juno.com 13 Apr '17

13 Apr '17

Hi Robbin, I seem to recall the figure is 5' 7". But my M23 has a different interior. Mr. Bones Former owner of Dhana #75 ____________________________________________________________ 1 Simple Trick Removes Eye Bags & Lip Lines in Seconds Fit Mom Daily http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3141/58ef6f8f7e0276f8f04adst03vuc

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Re: M_Boats: headroom in M-23
by Lenny 12 Apr '17

12 Apr '17

Robbin I'm 5'10 and can stand upright in the cabin, another inch taller and I would be out of luck. Lol Lenny Smith > On Apr 12, 2017, at 7:37 AM, Robbin Roddewig <robbin.roddewig(a)verizon.net> wrote: > > > Hi folks > can you please tell me what the headroom is in the cabin of the M-23? I have some inquiries about this and I do not have ready access to measure the floor to ceiling span. > > Thanks > Robbin > M-23 Pinch Me > Marshall 22 Otter > > > > Robbin Roddewig > robbin.roddewig(a)verizon.net >

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Doug King contact
by Bob Eeg 11 Apr '17

11 Apr '17

Does anyone know Doug Kings phone number.? I had it but it's disconnected. Message me on the backside Thanks Bob Sent from my iPad

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Estimate of Value for 2006 Pacific Trailer for M17
by Gail Russell 11 Apr '17

11 Apr '17

I have to separate the value of the boat and trailer I bought from Gary Hyde last fall. If I can guess at the value of the trailer, that would help. Gail

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Sink drain thru-hull
by Henry Rodriguez 08 Apr '17

08 Apr '17

I have noticed lots of discussion about checking/replacing the cockpit drain thru-hull because of possible corrosion. What about the sink drain thru-hull, on older M17s so equipped? I'm guessing this has not been a problem because it is slightly above the waterline and is therefore not constantly wet. Anyone have any issues with theirs? -- Henry https://picasaweb.google.com/heinzir

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Re: M_Boats: transducer location
by GILASAILR＠aol.com 08 Apr '17

08 Apr '17

Henry, Check with a magnet on the 'keelson' strake on the centerline of the hull forward of the intersection of the stub portion of the keel to see if you have steel knockouts in the area - - if you find a clear spot, try temporarily mounting there, as the transducer will be forward of the keel and you will get readings (esp. in shallow water) that will coincide with 'real time' depths - ahead of the keel/board, This location is also out of the way of the convenient storage bin area below the cockpit sole near the companionway FWIW. My speed transducer is mounted thru the hull about 6 to 7+ inches ahead of the keel stub on the C/L and I had to drill thru steel -it ate almost 3 good Lennox bi-metal hole saws!! Check first and see if you can get a reading. Our older boats have the ballast spread along the keelson area fore and aft from my experiences with #316 and the older (steel ballast) models. Lead ballasted boats 'probably' have less ballast in the keelson strake? Jerry can chime in here.... I never ran aground til PaintBoy was sailing the boat at Havasu one year - - been 'bumping' once or twice a year ever since - funny how that goes!?! {;>) Have fun, Go Sailing, GO In a message dated 4/6/2017 1:26:44 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, rkgraves(a)gmail.com writes: Hi Henry, On my '88 M17 there is a cavity at the aft end of the keel trunk. I placed my depth sounder transducer there and submerged it in a few inches of water. Works well. On Thu, Apr 6, 2017 at 9:43 AM, Henry Rodriguez <heinzir(a)gmail.com> wrote: > I know this has been discussed before but I can't seem to find the > references. Where is the best place to mount an interior "shoot thru the > hull" depth sounder transducer on an older M17? Pictures and/or > measurements would be appreciated. > Thanks! > > -- > Henry > https://picasaweb.google.com/heinzir >

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transducer location
by Henry Rodriguez 06 Apr '17

06 Apr '17

I know this has been discussed before but I can't seem to find the references. Where is the best place to mount an interior "shoot thru the hull" depth sounder transducer on an older M17? Pictures and/or measurements would be appreciated. Thanks! -- Henry https://picasaweb.google.com/heinzir

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Gaff Rig M-15
by SALGLESSER＠aol.com 06 Apr '17

06 Apr '17

It's a great boat! Hey Doug, let us know what your plans are? salngail

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