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by dlandersson
Thu Mar 14, 2024 4:45 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Service suggestions
Replies: 6
Views: 263

Re: Service suggestions

Thx, never even thought about the trailer springs. 8) Also..maybe grease the motor pivot points and tilt. Yep - that's important. Grease all the available zirk fittings, and apply a small amount of engine oil on any moving joints that aren't greased. You could check the tilt fluid to ensure it's pro...
by dlandersson
Thu Mar 14, 2024 4:44 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Service suggestions
Replies: 6
Views: 263

Re: Service suggestions

Nice point, I think I replaced my anode about 10 years ago. 8) All seem like good items to replace. 2 years ago I replaced annodes. Learned a bit about annodes. There are different types for salt vs fresh water. Mine looked fine after 10 years, but I replaced them anyway since I had them. Also..mayb...
by dlandersson
Wed Mar 13, 2024 2:47 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Service suggestions
Replies: 6
Views: 263

Re: Service suggestions

Nice, Thx 8)
kmclemore wrote: Tue Mar 12, 2024 6:40 pm Lubricate the steering gear/cables

When is the last time you serviced the cooling impeller? If it's over 5 years, I'd replace it.
by dlandersson
Tue Mar 12, 2024 8:09 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Service suggestions
Replies: 6
Views: 263

Service suggestions

Ok, the management of my boat yard is changing slightly. New manager sent me a list of proposed services. He's a bit new to this role. Looking for service suggestions from the members here, there's lots of expertise here. Note that I am 68 going on 100, so stuff I used to do I don't mind paying for....
by dlandersson
Wed Mar 06, 2024 4:37 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: Waxing a Trailer
Replies: 7
Views: 2174

Re: Waxing a Trailer

Interesting. I have never waxed my trailer in 10+ years. I do go over it with brush and rustoleum 8) I recently read some where about it being a good idea to wax your trailer, to get longer life out of it I guess. ... does anybody do this? We use a spray on product called "Salt-Away" that ...
by dlandersson
Wed Mar 06, 2024 4:35 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Mold?
Replies: 21
Views: 545

Re: Mold?

Ditto 8)
Herschel wrote: Tue Mar 05, 2024 7:37 pm I am intrigued with your dehumidifier adaptation. Might give that a try. I like the size and placement of it in the sink.
by dlandersson
Tue Mar 05, 2024 11:13 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Mold?
Replies: 21
Views: 545

Re: Mold?

Thx 8) We don't have as much humidity as Florida, but I have the same problem here in the Pacific Northwest. I bought this dehumidifier https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B086YBRR1Z/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 . I drilled a hole in the bottom of the catch tray and keep it in t...
by dlandersson
Mon Mar 04, 2024 8:05 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Mold?
Replies: 21
Views: 545

Re: Mold?

Nice point. Thx 8)
45Plus+ wrote: Mon Mar 04, 2024 2:37 pm
Detergent solution is often the best approach as sometimes bleach can be worse for you than the mold you are trying to deal with. Lots of good information on mold clean up at the CDC and EPA websites.
by dlandersson
Mon Mar 04, 2024 5:15 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Rudders
Replies: 21
Views: 5715

Re: Rudders

That's not what my wife said on our honeymoon? :P
Crikey wrote: Sat Aug 23, 2014 8:41 am Size matters.... :D
by dlandersson
Mon Mar 04, 2024 5:13 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Mold?
Replies: 21
Views: 545

Re: Mold?

I plan to wipe everything down. I'm also concerned about moisture where I can't see/get to it.

Put a couple of "Damp Rid" inside to absorb water? Anything better? 8)

Herschel wrote: Sun Mar 03, 2024 7:57 pm Yes, I use bathroom or kitchen cleaners containing bleach and that usually does the trick.
by dlandersson
Sun Mar 03, 2024 11:46 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Mold?
Replies: 21
Views: 545

Mold?

Ok, just opened my X (prepping for the summer) and found that the usual Damp-Rid weren't put in before the winter. 8)

Some condensation and some mold - looking for recommendations?
by dlandersson
Fri Mar 01, 2024 3:29 am
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: When is heel angle too much?
Replies: 18
Views: 666

Re: When is heel angle too much?

Ditto 8)
NiceAft wrote: Wed Feb 28, 2024 3:52 pm You’re not going to flip over. As stated above, the air will slip over and out of your siail.
by dlandersson
Mon Feb 26, 2024 9:59 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: Boat back in slip, but took too long!
Replies: 9
Views: 584

Re: Boat back in slip, but took too long!

Ditto.

Snowed here Saturday :(
Tsunami wrote: Sat Feb 24, 2024 5:51 pm I'm envious :|
The wind is blowing nicely here. It has broken the ice and driven it on shore but it will be a while before we'll be sailing!
by dlandersson
Mon Feb 19, 2024 11:35 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: M19 newest owner- why are there holes in my boat?
Replies: 14
Views: 4988

Re: M19 newest owner- why are there holes in my boat?

You just don't understand ... :P
EZ wrote: Mon Sep 08, 2014 12:11 pm We sure have a way to welcome new people.... Sometimes I forget how much better we are than SA.
by dlandersson
Mon Feb 19, 2024 11:33 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

Perhaps worth sending him a notarized copy of your registration? 8)
Piddle and Futz wrote: Sun Feb 18, 2024 4:57 pm I'm in Texas as well. Our :macm: is exactly 25' 10" on the registration.