Sorry I forgot I was the author of this, or I would have replied earlier. I think I will go by the boat Monday to air the sails (it rained Saturday - go figure). I can take more measurements if you need them. I lowered the boat 1 1/2 to 2 inches with the new bunk brackets. I should move the axle forward as it is a little tongue heavy. However, it tracks great on those high speed cannonball dives down the mountains of W.Va. I also would go with a board down the middle to support the keel, rather than rollers. CBC 2003 was great. Thanks to Doug for the planning and especially to Howard and Tod for snagging my jib halyard after it parted. Very nice to meet those sailing as well as our distinguished visitors and hope to see everyone soon. I had seen only one Montgomery (mine) and now have lots of boat improvement ideas. That was actually the first time I slept on the boat, and I need to be better organized for next time. (Located the shroud adjusters I thought I left at home in the glove box.) I thought Jerry built a nice looking boat but Bob that M-17 you built for Clarence is a real knock-out. No bugs on the way back to Reedville from Tangier, but I had to dodge several of those destroyer sized fishing boats. They converged in front of me from every direction. At first I thought they were headed for a bouy but then I saw three planes circling overhead, so I guess they spotted a big school. Got home and the wife wanted to go racing. The club was having practice races this weekend. I think we were the only rookies. We got some good starts, but I need a genoa for the finishes during the light summer breezes. And a bimini for the heat. Anyone want to form an investment club and buy that M-23? Just don't tell the admirable it was my suggestion. steve Steve R. M-15 #119 Lexington, KY --- message from Doug King <msog@msog.org> attached: