There are some pretty good illustrations of the centerboard configuration on the MSOG web site; One set is at http://msog.org/models/m17/m-17-cb.cfm.  There is also a narrative of a centerboard renovation at http://msog.org/how-to/cb-fritz.cfm.

For a ton of information, check the list archive, at http://msog.org/cfmods/list_archive_search.cfm. There is a pre-built search for "Centerboard Repair" below the search form. Just click on it and you'll get 72 messages with information.
There are also messages about pivot and stop pin dimensions, correct pendant length, and other groovy stuff. Don't know if they're included in the search mentioned above, but they are in the archive. Believe me, everything is in the archive.

If anyone has problems using the archive search engine at http://msog.org/cfmods/list_archive_search.cfm, let me know. I'll be glad to help.

I think all the owners would like to have some more pictures and your own narrative for the MSOG web site when you renovate.  The CB seems to be a mystical thing since most people don't see it often and attachment points are hidden; any info you could share on your renovation experience would be most welcome. The invitation is extended to anyone getting ready to renovate the CB. Seems there's never enough information available on it.

Good Luck,

Doug


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Doug King
M-17 #404 "Vixen"

Montgomery Sailboats Owners Group Web site: http://msog.org
Email: mailto:msog@msog.org