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by Mike Ford
Sat Apr 30, 2022 6:31 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Dwyer DM-6 as replacement mast.
Replies: 25
Views: 3362

Dwyer DM-6 as replacement mast.

Has anyone replaced mast with Dryer DM-6 mast extrusion for 26x? This was in stock 3hr drive away but I instead ordered one from BWY months ago that was said would be shipped in one to two weeks and would be drilled for 26X hardware. Last update on ship date from BWY has long passed and no responses...
by Mike Ford
Sun Mar 18, 2018 1:56 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Steering modification
Replies: 4
Views: 2963

Re: Steering modification

Does motor point straight when rudders are strait? If not I believe you just need to detach the steering linkage end from motor and rotate it to screw it in to shorten it as needed. Think there is locking nut at end of the threaded section you need to loosen first.
by Mike Ford
Sat Aug 19, 2017 4:44 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: 26x centerboard
Replies: 5
Views: 3460

Re: 26x centerboard

From memory. There is a nut inside cabin that holds the hanger in. Hanger bolt will probable be sealed in with 5200 adhesive and may need to hammer bolt end (screw nut to end and hit that to beak free). I think manual shows the hanger details well. Yes you can replace centerboard on the trailer.
by Mike Ford
Wed Aug 31, 2016 6:58 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: New Jib
Replies: 5
Views: 2168

New Jib

My 26x came with a Genoa and just got a new jib from Peak Sails. Unfortunately I put it on furler to find Sunbrella on opposite side as that of Genoa. Now need to wind fuller in opposite direction if I want the Sunbrellla on outside and looks like I need to rotate the cover to not rub. And Genoa wil...
by Mike Ford
Sun Mar 29, 2009 8:59 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: New trailer tires not looking good?
Replies: 5
Views: 1830

Re: New trailer tires not looking good?

Trailer Parts Superstore says this is normal for bias ply tires. Had them installed on the rims and they do look normal now. 8)
by Mike Ford
Sat Mar 21, 2009 11:59 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: New trailer tires not looking good?
Replies: 5
Views: 1830

New trailer tires not looking good?

I just got new trailer tires by UPS from Trailer Parts Superstore but they do not look good! One is half inside out. The other looks deformed with the tread diameter at one side looking different from the other side. :|

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by Mike Ford
Fri Jun 27, 2008 7:18 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: coax cable run problems
Replies: 16
Views: 4417

I had same problem getting coax cable through that channel. Cable was white so I routed it on outside of the channel. Think I used a couple of small cable clamps to keep it close to the channel. :macx:
by Mike Ford
Mon Jun 02, 2008 8:05 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Singlehanding - Best method to drop the main
Replies: 11
Views: 2170

Motor strait into wind, flake and bungee sail, run back to steer as needed.
by Mike Ford
Sat May 24, 2008 8:41 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: battery connections help
Replies: 10
Views: 2707

"1-all-2 switch" usage

Boblee, Based on my recent reseach to install a second battery using a 1-all-2 switch : The "common" terminal on the "1-all-2 switch" goes to the motor positive lead so that the motor starter and motor charging output can be switched to the battery on terminal 1 or the battery on...
by Mike Ford
Thu May 22, 2008 7:16 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: battery connections help
Replies: 10
Views: 2707

"common" terminal on the "1-all-2 switch"

The "common" terminal on the "1-all-2 switch" goes to the motor positive lead so that the motor starter and motor charging output can be switched to the battery on terminal 1 or the battery on terminal 2 or both.
by Mike Ford
Sun Apr 27, 2008 7:25 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: 26X trailer Lug bolt
Replies: 15
Views: 5511

I gave up the search for a replacement lug bolt and purchased a pair of new drums from Tactor Supply Company. $122 for the pair. Includes bearings. :macx:
by Mike Ford
Fri Apr 25, 2008 5:58 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: 26X trailer Lug bolt
Replies: 15
Views: 5511

Has nobody personally ordered replacement lug bolts and knows what part number to get from where! I have already gotten two different wrong lug bolts from Advanced Auto (splined part was not a correct match) after having them match the old lug, been told by a Napa guy he needed a part number, and or...
by Mike Ford
Thu Apr 24, 2008 11:17 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: 26X trailer Lug bolt
Replies: 15
Views: 5511

What is the NAPA part number?
by Mike Ford
Thu Apr 24, 2008 10:19 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: 26X trailer Lug bolt
Replies: 15
Views: 5511

26X trailer Lug bolt

I need to replace a Lug bolt on a 2002 26X trailer. Anybody know of a source for a replacement bolt? :macx:
by Mike Ford
Sat Aug 05, 2006 7:13 am
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Mercury 50Hp Bigfoot Prop
Replies: 15
Views: 12084

Mercury 50Hp Bigfoot Prop

My Mercury 50Hp Bigfoot properller has taken some abuse from floating wood. What replacement propellor do I want? My current prop has two blades with some of the edges missing. Can the prop be repaired? Can this imbalance damage the engine? :( :macx: