Tyler, when I got my M-15 (2006) the first thing I did was to replace the standing rigging. I went to Morrison Marine and they sent it to an outfit in Alameda in the Bay Area. Then I pulled the teak and coat everything with Epiphanes varnish. Five coats on everything. The hatchway plywook was in bad shape so I flipped the boards inside out, cut some teak to glue on the bottom section, recut the drip edge to make them fit correctly and again, coated it all with five coats of Epiphanes. Don't forget to check this forum on drilling through the balsa core deck when adding new blocks or other hardware. They recommend to drill oversized, fill with epoxy, when cured drill final then use the flexible putty (can't remember the correct term right now) and do not use anything else. Everything you can think of has been discussed on the M-15 forum.....and they all have better memories than I do......Have fun with the restoration and don't use any cheap materials. It's not worth it in the long run. By the way, my M-15 stays outdoors but it is covered fully with a tarp from CostCo. You get 2 for 23 dollars. I change mine every several month....cheaper than recoating the teak. Fair Winds.....Larry with "Old 189" Ps....I spent 1000 dollars to rehab the trailer. New wheels and tires plus spare, and professional help in getting the tongue extension unseized. Then primer and finish coat. Use a good lock on your spare tire! Don't ask how I know...... -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Becky Belding Sent: Thursday, October 10, 2013 12:24 PM To: 'For and about Montgomery Sailboats' Subject: Re: M_Boats: First M boat! Congratulations Tyler! :) Becky 1985 M17 "Grace" #393 Portland, OR -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of casioqv@usermail.com Sent: Thursday, October 10, 2013 11:59 AM To: For and about Montgomery Sailboats Subject: M_Boats: First M boat! Looks like I'll soon be purchasing a Montgomery 15! I made a deal with the previously discussed M15 in Salem Oregon, which is going to be a huge project. At a minimum I'll be needing new rigging, centerboard, and sails. I also plan on new interior cushions, and an electric trolling motor. I'm looking forward to sailing with you guys, especially those in the Delta and San Francisco bay area as I'll be living in Davis in a few months. Still, I'll probably need a year of restoration work before you'll see me at any events! Tyler 1981 M15 "Defiant"