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by TexasDan40
Wed Jan 25, 2012 2:01 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Lots of Boats for Sale
Replies: 0
Views: 1248

Lots of Boats for Sale

It's been a while since I've logged in and was really surprised t see so many :macx: s and :macm: s for sale. I've been building a ranch and other than soing some winter boat maintenance, haven't explored much in the forum. The boats for sale look great and priced good too. I'll direct my friends wh...
by TexasDan40
Thu Nov 25, 2010 7:01 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: NIssan 90 prop pitch
Replies: 13
Views: 3032

Re: NIssan 90 prop pitch

grnwtcruzn, First, Nissan is simply a rebadged Tohatsu. We run a 2004 Tohatsu TLDI 90 on an M. We started with a 14" diameter X 13" pitch prop. Semi-lightly loaded, no ballast, the engine would only get to 48-4900rpm, wide open throttle, out of the 5200-5800 factory recommendation. I don'...
by TexasDan40
Mon Nov 22, 2010 5:35 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Roller Furling for My 26X
Replies: 1
Views: 946

Roller Furling for My 26X

Well, today I got half of my new roller furling system for Alpha Sail. UPS delivered my new genoa, sheets, fair lead blocks, and new head stay. Tomorrow I'm scheduled to get the CDI fuller and foil system. Wednesday, weather permitting, installation. Thanks to all, especially Dave B, for advice on s...
by TexasDan40
Mon Nov 08, 2010 5:11 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: which one is better for 26M ??
Replies: 24
Views: 5132

Re: which one is better for 26M ??

I installed a 2009 50HP Tohatsu fuel injected, oil injected motor last year.
Fast, fast, fast.
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by TexasDan40
Fri Oct 29, 2010 6:06 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Tender behind
Replies: 33
Views: 6532

Re: Tender behind

I don't have a tender, but there have been times when I wish I had one.
I do pull my kids behind Alpha Sail often. This is from about 2 weeks ago before the water started getting too cold in Kemah, Tx.
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by TexasDan40
Fri Oct 29, 2010 6:34 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: Buying New Trailer West Coast
Replies: 6
Views: 2054

Re: Buying New Trailer West Coast

I have an aluminum with dual axels and surge brakes...very stable.
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by TexasDan40
Fri Oct 29, 2010 6:31 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: To rebuild or not to rebuild? What a F@&%ing question!
Replies: 23
Views: 4799

Re: To rebuild or not to rebuild? What a F@&%ing question!

Have you thought about finding some highschool student looking to make a little cash?

You could play supervisor. At $10-$20 per hour plus parts, you get a good working motor for $100-200 and sell it for $1000.
New the 50HP Tohatsu costs about $5100 plus installation.
Good luck.
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by TexasDan40
Fri Oct 29, 2010 6:22 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: 26 classic vs. an X or M?
Replies: 32
Views: 9079

Re: 26 classic vs. an X or M?

Wow, I like that cutter rig.
May be a mod for my :macx: in the coming year.
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by TexasDan40
Thu Oct 28, 2010 5:11 pm
Forum: Destinations, Clubs, Events and Venues
Topic: Caladesi Island - Trip Report
Replies: 15
Views: 4461

Re: Caladesi Island - Trip Report

Looks like a great spot to take Alpha Sail
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by TexasDan40
Thu Oct 28, 2010 4:45 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: M26 Rudder slop
Replies: 17
Views: 6953

Re: M26 Rudder slop

Good idea!
by TexasDan40
Thu Oct 28, 2010 4:44 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: 26 classic vs. an X or M?
Replies: 32
Views: 9079

Re: 26 classic vs. an X or M?

I have a 1998X.
I met a guy last weekend overnighting in a S with a pop-up.
It didn't look as roomy inside.
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by TexasDan40
Fri Oct 22, 2010 8:36 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Time to name my boat
Replies: 101
Views: 19104

Re: Time to name my boat

Nice, better have the big engine so you can lead the pack. Next summer i plan on buying my 26m. already have my name picked out Rum & Coke. after the name of my grandfathers b-17 in WWII even found his original nose art in a museum ill have to make a decal of it and put it on there to. That wou...
by TexasDan40
Fri Oct 22, 2010 8:34 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Time to name my boat
Replies: 101
Views: 19104

Re: Time to name my boat

KnottyOars wrote:Waiting to get an M next season so I can put Knotty Oars on her. My Snipe is named Planned Piratehood.
Cute!
Tex
by TexasDan40
Fri Oct 22, 2010 8:33 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Time to name my boat
Replies: 101
Views: 19104

Re: Time to name my boat

I just got a 26X as well and will be using it in Kemah. Maybe I'll see you out there! The PO already named my boat "Surfer Girl". Awesome. Congrat's. I keep my boat at a mast-up storage place right on the water; FM 2094. I've counted 6 MAC's in that place at least...and a few next door in...
by TexasDan40
Fri Oct 22, 2010 8:03 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Time to name my boat
Replies: 101
Views: 19104

Re: Time to name my boat

Here she is:
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Yes that's a 50HP Tohatsu...