I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound -----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually. On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
The Carolina Sandhills; how're the peaches looking this year, Steve W.? ----- John Tyner M-15 #412 "Chimpanzee" On 6/3/2017 7:27 AM, Steve w wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
They're delicious. You must have spent time around here. On Jun 3, 2017 7:59 AM, "John Tyner" <tynerjr@md.metrocast.net> wrote:
The Carolina Sandhills; how're the peaches looking this year, Steve W.?
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John Tyner
M-15 #412 "Chimpanzee"
On 6/3/2017 7:27 AM, Steve w wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve,
The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
Steve. Did the prior owner say the board was working? :: Dave Scobie On Jun 3, 2017 5:27 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
The boat was in a garage for 10 years. The owner has passed. On Jun 3, 2017 8:10 AM, "Dave Scobie" <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Steve.
Did the prior owner say the board was working?
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 5:27 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
Oh. Could be jammed ... Or could be rusting and swelled. When I have a real internet connection, currently traveling so on smartphone, I'll look in archives for discussion on how to push the board down if stuck from Rock, mud, shells, etc. Or someone may share methods prior. I hope it isn't rusting. :: Dave Scobie On Jun 3, 2017 6:12 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
The boat was in a garage for 10 years. The owner has passed.
On Jun 3, 2017 8:10 AM, "Dave Scobie" <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Steve.
Did the prior owner say the board was working?
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 5:27 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
I'd really appreciate that Dave. On Jun 3, 2017 8:17 AM, "Dave Scobie" <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Oh.
Could be jammed ... Or could be rusting and swelled.
When I have a real internet connection, currently traveling so on smartphone, I'll look in archives for discussion on how to push the board down if stuck from Rock, mud, shells, etc. Or someone may share methods prior.
I hope it isn't rusting.
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 6:12 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
The boat was in a garage for 10 years. The owner has passed.
On Jun 3, 2017 8:10 AM, "Dave Scobie" <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Steve.
Did the prior owner say the board was working?
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 5:27 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
Steve, A friend of mine used to have the issue of a sticking board because of small pebbles and debris washing down the drain hole. He used a narrow push rod to apply pressure from the topside to get the board to move. If course he knew it was stuck from debris and not a swollen trunk. I hope it's not due to rusting steel punches. Skip M-15 #201 Wild Guppy Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 3, 2017, at 8:16 AM, Dave Scobie <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Oh.
Could be jammed ... Or could be rusting and swelled.
When I have a real internet connection, currently traveling so on smartphone, I'll look in archives for discussion on how to push the board down if stuck from Rock, mud, shells, etc. Or someone may share methods prior.
I hope it isn't rusting.
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 6:12 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
The boat was in a garage for 10 years. The owner has passed.
On Jun 3, 2017 8:10 AM, "Dave Scobie" <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Steve.
Did the prior owner say the board was working?
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 5:27 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
Thanks Skip. It's been inside for ten years so I'm doubtful it's that but I'll certainly try it. On Jun 3, 2017 8:53 AM, "William Campion via montgomery_boats" < montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> wrote:
Steve, A friend of mine used to have the issue of a sticking board because of small pebbles and debris washing down the drain hole. He used a narrow push rod to apply pressure from the topside to get the board to move. If course he knew it was stuck from debris and not a swollen trunk. I hope it's not due to rusting steel punches.
Skip M-15 #201 Wild Guppy
Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 3, 2017, at 8:16 AM, Dave Scobie <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Oh.
Could be jammed ... Or could be rusting and swelled.
When I have a real internet connection, currently traveling so on smartphone, I'll look in archives for discussion on how to push the board down if stuck from Rock, mud, shells, etc. Or someone may share methods prior.
I hope it isn't rusting.
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 6:12 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
The boat was in a garage for 10 years. The owner has passed.
On Jun 3, 2017 8:10 AM, "Dave Scobie" <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Steve.
Did the prior owner say the board was working?
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 5:27 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
Be really careful with that method, only a very small amount of pressure can be applied safely with a rod. I tried this when I had a truly swollen centerboard, and had to tap the rod with a hammer. The rod went straight through the centerboard, and slipped sideways damaging the hull... without budging the centerboard. Sincerely, Tyler ----- Original Message ----- From: "For and about Montgomery Sailboats" <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> To: "For and about Montgomery Sailboats" <montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com> Sent: Saturday, June 3, 2017 5:52:53 AM Subject: Re: M_Boats: Centerboard Steve, A friend of mine used to have the issue of a sticking board because of small pebbles and debris washing down the drain hole. He used a narrow push rod to apply pressure from the topside to get the board to move. If course he knew it was stuck from debris and not a swollen trunk. I hope it's not due to rusting steel punches. Skip M-15 #201 Wild Guppy Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 3, 2017, at 8:16 AM, Dave Scobie <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Oh.
Could be jammed ... Or could be rusting and swelled.
When I have a real internet connection, currently traveling so on smartphone, I'll look in archives for discussion on how to push the board down if stuck from Rock, mud, shells, etc. Or someone may share methods prior.
I hope it isn't rusting.
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 6:12 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
The boat was in a garage for 10 years. The owner has passed.
On Jun 3, 2017 8:10 AM, "Dave Scobie" <scoobscobie@gmail.com> wrote:
Steve.
Did the prior owner say the board was working?
:: Dave Scobie
On Jun 3, 2017 5:27 AM, "Steve w" <m35nc1@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks Steve that's what I thought, however with the boat in the water and no tension on that line the centerboard still doesn't move. I swam under and tried to pry with a screwdriver. It doesn't move at all. I live NC in a community called Seven Lakes. That's where I'll start sailing her but I'd like to do some coastal cruising eventually.
On Jun 2, 2017 10:59 PM, "Steve Trapp" <stevetrapp@q.com> wrote:
Steve, The centerboard on an M-15 is lowered by releasing the rope (line) that is probably tied to a cleat on the seatboard across the cockpit at the aft of the cabin. The centerboard cleat is next to the main-sheet cleat. Make sure the release line (rope) is tied in the up position and securely to the cleat before launching or outhauling your M-15 because any slack will get the boat stuck on the trailer. Where do you plan to sail your M-15, what body of water, what state? Steve M-15 # 335 South Puget Sound
-----Original Message----- From: Steve w Sent: Friday, June 2, 2017 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Centerboard
I just purchased an M15 and I can't figure out how to lower the centerboard. If someone knows where I can get an owner's manual I'd appreciate that as well. Thanks, Steve
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