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by Highlander
Mon Feb 26, 2024 2:24 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: BW Yachts Mast base side angles
Replies: 4
Views: 338

Re: BW Yachts Mast base side angles

FYI . I also have two of these mast mounted swivel base pulleys with cam cleats mounted on either rear side of the mast next to the mast slot as seen in this pic


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Just some more fuel to the fire as they say LOL

J 8)
by Highlander
Mon Feb 26, 2024 2:07 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: BW Yachts Mast base side angles
Replies: 4
Views: 338

Re: BW Yachts Mast base side angles

I did a similar mod on my 26M, https://i.postimg.cc/YjrVrfjz/I3010021-1.webp several yrs later I had issue,s with a water leak on the Port side at the front base bolt I think was due to not having the bolts for the front MRS & rear mast swivel base bolt good & tight thus allowing the angle b...
by Highlander
Sat Dec 30, 2023 9:04 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: mods video
Replies: 9
Views: 3036

Re: mods video

Yes some very interesting mod updates that he admitted he copied from other mods on this site , but with newer tech, ! , well done , also liked some of ur other newer mods with a newer approach using newer tech , well thought out . nice to see someone on this site taking the time for this post well ...
by Highlander
Sat Dec 23, 2023 12:56 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Mod 2: Illuminating the Head
Replies: 9
Views: 3483

Re: Mod 2: Illuminating the Head

I remember reading about a concern that LEDs interfered w vhf any truth to that in your experience? Yes the US Coast Guard put out an post & an alert on that a few yrs ago so I,m sure it, was a big concern for them to them , I think the main issue was if they were placed to close to a radio , a...
by Highlander
Wed Dec 20, 2023 10:49 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Winter Projects 2023-2024 -- Post Yours
Replies: 38
Views: 10323

Re: Winter Projects 2023-2024 -- Post Yours

I use these great on the patio & boat & dock , I bought mine at wally mart $2 each , u can buy them in stainless steel also https://www.amazon.ca/Unbreakable-Wine-Glasses-Shatterproof-Dishwasher/dp/B00EED58Z6/ref=asc_df_B00EED58Z6/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=29292000330...
by Highlander
Wed Dec 20, 2023 10:19 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: 26X Anchor Well Underside Access for Drum Winch
Replies: 14
Views: 3363

Re: 26X Anchor Well Underside Access for Drum Winch

here,s my windlass Mod , everything bolted on deck is cross braced thru anchor locker & Hull I could pull a tank with this LOL some of the photo,s may not come up due to photobucket B/S https://www.macgregorsailors.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=21649&hilit=windlass It,s a lot of work fabrication...
by Highlander
Tue Nov 28, 2023 10:54 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Favorite Competitors to the 26M
Replies: 37
Views: 13965

Re: Favorite Competitors to the 26M

I,ve been in a few of them at boat shows they used to also make a 34/36 footer & a 20/22footer , the 28ft boat has a walk around deck which vastly diminishes the cabin space inside so its like sitting inside a mac26 :o :? basically , its a well built boat & some of the finished product is be...
by Highlander
Sun Nov 19, 2023 3:11 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: My Title shows 26ft yet the brochure says 25ft 10inchs
Replies: 28
Views: 6516

Re: My Title shows 26ft yet the brochure says 25ft 10inchs

Have fun with that u need to study & learn how the system works ! , then play it so as it works for U ! :wink:


J 8)
by Highlander
Wed Nov 15, 2023 3:18 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Sloppy Steering (video)
Replies: 30
Views: 7747

Re: Sloppy Steering (video)

Russ , get the high performance steering cable from BWY way better quality as it,s designed for high performance engines with high torque pressure on the steering system , I posted my mod on here about how I went about it & the issue,s I had because I have so much wiring running thru the floor h...
by Highlander
Mon Nov 13, 2023 12:35 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: 26M performance
Replies: 8
Views: 2153

Re: 26M performance

what defects ? My Mac 26M boat sails just fine :P https://www.google.com/search?q=the+highlander111+youtube&rlz=1C1YQLS_enCA779CA779&oq=the+highlander111+you&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBggBECEYFTIGCAAQRRg5MgYIARAhGBXSAQkzNzcyMGowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&ip=1&...
by Highlander
Mon Nov 13, 2023 12:00 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Moving the forestay chain plate.
Replies: 6
Views: 1617

Re: Moving the forestay chain plate.

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another option for u

J 8)
by Highlander
Mon Nov 13, 2023 11:40 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Moving the forestay chain plate.
Replies: 6
Views: 1617

Re: Moving the forestay chain plate.

R u planning on installing a bowsprit ? or jus t moving it ahead a few inches on the front of the bow

as u can see I moved my genny furler out to create a cutter rig

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by Highlander
Sat Oct 28, 2023 3:08 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Where are the "old guard" of this forum?
Replies: 41
Views: 5391

Re: Where are the "old guard" of this forum?

OverEasy wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2023 11:49 am Hi Tom Root! Really sorry to hear of your loss. She is an important part of your life even now. There is no way for us to actually understand your loss but please know that even as somewhat strangers but of like interests we’re all pulling for you. Taking t...
by Highlander
Fri Oct 27, 2023 3:37 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Mac 19
Replies: 20
Views: 3090

Re: Mac 19

Highlander, I know I'm late to ask this. But you obviously added to your rig. Did you add HEIGHT to your mast? How did you do that? The added headsails are pretty cool. Hi Russ ; Yes I bought a used damaged mast section from Dowsar off a 26X same Dia. mast, cut a 16ft good section off it & remo...
by Highlander
Fri Oct 27, 2023 12:23 pm
Forum: Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues
Topic: Planning a trip up the inside passage to Alaska
Replies: 30
Views: 4461

Re: Planning a trip up the inside passage to Alaska

Now this guy was a very lucky man not so much for the other guy sadly tho ! https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/missing-mariner-rescued-off-west-coast-of-vancouver-island-after-more-than-a-week-at-sea/ar-AA1iXCpW?ocid=hpmsn&cvid=db67926f10ca4608b3be1522ca528421&ei=15 Now u can see what I w...