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by impinnacr
Sat Oct 15, 2011 4:45 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: What If? What Sailboat Would You Have If Not A MacGregor?
Replies: 67
Views: 20855

Re: What If? What Sailboat Would You Have If Not A MacGregor?

Anything designed by Bill Crealock. Pacific Seacraft boats are a work of art. They're like a beautiful little ship.
by impinnacr
Fri Jul 15, 2011 1:16 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: outboard engine
Replies: 2
Views: 1967

outboard engine

I am looking at upgrading my old 2 stroke. Does anyone have any input regarding the Nissan 9.8 from onlineoutboards.com?
Thanks.. Problems? Pros? Cons?
by impinnacr
Sun Oct 31, 2010 10:47 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: 26D fairing on engine well
Replies: 0
Views: 990

26D fairing on engine well

Does anyone have a good idea about covering the seam between the transom and the engine well? Mine is severely cracked and broken and a chunk is missing from it. I covered the defect with Marine tex but I need to actually make something cosmetic. I thought about glassing it over and gelcoating or pa...
by impinnacr
Sun Aug 22, 2010 10:00 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Homeowners Insurance?
Replies: 15
Views: 3339

Re: Homeowners Insurance?

My boat M26D is covered under my homeowners.
by impinnacr
Sat Aug 21, 2010 6:08 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: outboard for mac classic
Replies: 4
Views: 2209

Re: outboard for mac classic

you know, thats good advice. Everyone does have their favorite brands. There are devotees for every thing from car brands to electronics..
thanks.
by impinnacr
Sat Aug 21, 2010 2:02 pm
Forum: Performance & Tuning
Topic: outboard for mac classic
Replies: 4
Views: 2209

outboard for mac classic

I'm beginning the search for a new outboard. I'm tired of the old 1980's model evinrude 2 stroke 9.9 and would like something that has better "torque" and low rpm performance. Plus I'm sick of mixing gasoline. My previous mac 26 back in 87 had a honda and I loved it. I'd like a few people ...
by impinnacr
Mon Aug 16, 2010 9:10 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: shear pins for kick up rudder
Replies: 10
Views: 3197

Re: shear pins for kick up rudder

Yeah, I figured plastic was the only way to go. I checked at the local hdware store, but no dice. I'll run down to H. Depot and lowes tomorrow.
Chris
by impinnacr
Mon Aug 16, 2010 3:26 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Help buying a 89 Macgregor.
Replies: 2
Views: 843

Re: Help buying a 89 Macgregor.

I too purchased an '89 mac classic a couple years ago. This was my 2nd Mc. I bought brand new in 87 and sold it in 92. (school tuition, etc, etc. ) Anyway, I got this boat on ebay and went to see the boat before buying. It had several gelcoat cracks in the deck in the cockpit and on the foredeck. Th...
by impinnacr
Mon Aug 16, 2010 1:38 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: shear pins for kick up rudder
Replies: 10
Views: 3197

shear pins for kick up rudder

I am looking to replace a couple of shear pins for the kick up rudder on my 26 classic. I have purchased them out of Idasailor marine in Boise, when I got my new rudder about 4 years ago, but I called today and the phone was disconnected. I wonder if they are out of business. I sent an email a coupl...
by impinnacr
Fri Aug 13, 2010 9:13 pm
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: wheel bearing replacement
Replies: 10
Views: 2920

Re: wheel bearing replacement

Thanks for all the great suggestions. the great thing about this board is all the experience and info. I'll take it all to heart.
Chris
by impinnacr
Fri Aug 13, 2010 9:02 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Time to name my boat
Replies: 101
Views: 24314

Re: Time to name my boat

Nice. From where did you order the letters. I want to order letters also.
Chris
by impinnacr
Thu Aug 12, 2010 8:51 pm
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: wheel bearing replacement
Replies: 10
Views: 2920

wheel bearing replacement

Here's a good story: I took my trailer to a local boat bechanic a few weeks ago. He repacked the bearings and replaced a worn inner seal on one of the hubs. I trailered the boat on tuesday about 80 miles. when I got to my destination at Folsmon lake, I placed the boat in the water, parked the truck ...
by impinnacr
Sat Jul 17, 2010 3:15 am
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: advice on towing
Replies: 33
Views: 8683

Re: advice on towing

I have a 2007 26M. I use a 1994 Ford Ranger XLT 3.0. I had no issues towing from the NC-VA boarder to Charleston, SC. Truck handled 55-60 mph on both I-95 and US hwys with no issues in OD on flat terrain. no swaying or tugging. I was pleased. thanks for all the advice: Here is what I have done to m...
by impinnacr
Thu Jun 03, 2010 10:36 pm
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: advice on towing
Replies: 33
Views: 8683

Re: advice on towing

Thanks for the advice Sumner. It is an automatic. I will watch the temp and am planning on looking into getting a transmission oil cooler installed. Also, I tow pretty much on the flat with some sl hills. You have a good point about not towing in OD too. My tow distance averages about 80 miles. The ...
by impinnacr
Thu Jun 03, 2010 2:37 pm
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: advice on towing
Replies: 33
Views: 8683

Re: advice on towing

one more thing. its a 2WD vehicle.