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M-17 Centerboard stuck
by Carol Barber 31 Jul '13

31 Jul '13

Dave, It's my understanding that both marinas used some sort of chemical solution and just beat the heck out of it from the side of the keel to try to loosen it up. I spoke with a fella at Montgomery boats and he suggested prying a metal rod into the top until you can work through it. The only other suggestion was to go in through the hull...sounds like a $3500 fix! It has been like that for a good 15 years I would imagine. It sat in my sisters yard in Tx until I picked it up a couple years ago. Any suggestions a good chemical solution to use? Someone else suggested liquid wrench. We've been sailing in light winds and we're ok. Just not able to get into anything too exciting! Carol B

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Re: M_Boats: New Member Question Re: Centerboard on my M-17
by bownez＠juno.com 31 Jul '13

31 Jul '13

Carol, Doug, I can further attest to the expertise of Hooper's in Afton, Mn. They have worked on both of my M Boats, and have done fabulous work. They know the Montgomery line well. Their fiberglass man, David, is an absolute guru. Fortunately, I have not had to deal with a swelling trunk on my 1976 M17. Theo had the issue with his M23, and Hooper's put it right. FWIW. Bones in Mpls ____________________________________________________________ Fast, Secure, NetZero 4G Mobile Broadband. Try it. http://www.netzero.net/?refcd=NZINTISP0512T4GOUT2

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Trailer Keel Support
by George Iemmolo 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Has any one eliminated the rollers on the trailer for an M15 and converted to a bunk board? If so any words of wisdom would be appreciated. George 'We Can Not Control the Wind But We Can Adjust our Sails'

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Pins to hold forestay
by judy casino 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

I use a clevis pin and a split ring, but I was wondering if anyone in the group uses a toggle-type pin , such as the one Ronstan makes. Ron Casino M15 Spirit

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by George Iemmolo 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Went sailing today with Louie H after not being able to sail last week due to poor weather conditions motor was working after repair. I have not had opportunity to talk to shop as to what was wrong. Left dock under power and used new paddle to get into proper position to get out into lake (no reverse on 3 HP motor) and raise sail. Winds light and variable 1-4 K from the ENE one stretch of wind blowing 5-8K gusting to10.6 k. Sailed both arms of the lake and returned to dock. Sailed into slip under Jib alone:-) Meet new, to sailing, couple from Michigan City, rigging a '76' Catalina 22 getting ready to launch passed along some information as to rigging and launching. Felt real bad about not being able to stay and help launch. They plan on being at the lake tomorrow hope to see them then. George 'We Can Not Control the Wind But We Can Adjust our Sails'

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Thanks for the Welcome Tom!
by Carol Barber 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

I grew up in Rockport! Lived on Mazatlan in Key Allegro:) Carol B

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Looking for any Montgomery's or Sage's on Fern Ridge Reservoir, Eugene, Oregon
by Michael Mann 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Looking for any Montgomery's or Sage's on Fern Ridge Reservoir, Eugene, Oregon. Would be interested in a day sail. Regards, Michael Mann

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Single Handing an M15
by Daniel Rich 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Montypals: I just made a new blog post about how I single hand my M15 Kestrel. I am an intermediate sailor, so much of what I say will seem obvious to many of you. Nonetheless, some may find it useful. I also have a video in the posting. Here is the link if you are interested. http://danielsailingandcycling.wordpress.com/2013/07/29/how-to-launch-and-s… Daniel Rich M15 #208 "Kestrel" danielgrich(a)gmail.com

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New member introduction
by Carol Barber 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Hi, my name is Carol and I grew up sailing a Montgomery 17 along the Gulf Coast of Tx with my dad. After he passed, the boat sat for nearly 15 years, but I'm proud to report that she has been resurected! Although I had not sailed in over 20 years, my husband and I have made it our mission to make her seaworthy and learn to sail her. We are in Michigan and we primarily stick to inland lakes, but look forward to gaining enough experience and confidence to tackle the Great Lakes! And what an amazing boat! We are overwhelmed by the compliments we get on her.

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Raising Mast on the Water
by Michael Murphy 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Last week I launched on a canal leading to the Albemarle Sound. It was so narrow that even a small wake from a passing boat could rock the top of the mast into overhanging trees. Therefore this week I practiced raising/lowering the mast on the water. I like to steer with the rudder, not the engine, while motoring. With the mast on the center-line mounted crutch it's impossible to ship the rudder, so an alternative way to support the mast was needed. Two 1 by 3's fastened together with an eye-bolt made an X- frame support for the mast. The legs sit on the seats & are held in place with small lines threaded through 2 existing eye-straps on the transom. Two other lines provide fore & aft stability. One runs forward to a cleat in the cockpit; the other goes behind the X-frame to a rear toe-rail cleat. The tiller can swing between the legs of the frame. My normal method of raising the mast consists of lifting the mast to my shoulder while in the cockpit & stepping into the cabin and pushing the mast up & forward where it seats in the tabernacle. On the trailer the step forward can be boldly made. The boat is firmly seated in its bunks so it is stable. On the water, however, that first step caused the boat to rock quite a bit. Therefore, When I lowered the mast, I adopted the mantra "I am centered!" By keeping my feet on the centerline of the boat there was barely any rocking. I'm looking forward to having access to additional sailing areas currently blocked by low bridges and other obstructions with this set-up.

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