keel

Hello, I purchased a 1986 Catalina 22 a couple of years ago and need to spot finish the keel. It has always been a freshwater boat so it's not that bad. I have already replaced the bulkheads and some minor gelcoat repairs. Currently working on trailer upgrades, new springs, hubs/bearings and...

Is this the standard "wing keel" for the Hunter 23? I recently acquired this used 1985 Hunter 23 for a very good price (of course that means a lot of TLC required). After cleaning it up and applying bottom paint it is now in a marina slip and I still can't find a great answer online to help me...

Hi all, I've been working on a 1991 Catalina 28 for 6 months or so. The main issue with her so far is this odd keel wobble at the hull/keel trunk joint. After some consultation with local fiberglass folks and a (mostly intentional) drill sample, it does appear the laminates are good and Catalina...

Looking for a seasoned pro. I just looked at a c22 and have some questions. First about the keel. Not sure if this is fairing compound, rust/ corrosion, or just needs scraping. Hull appears to be sound. I spent over an hour aboard looking and poking. I don’t find soft spots, jus leaks from...

1996 Hunter 336 Shoal Draft Wing Keel Yard Chronicles Day 5: 6 months after our survey haul out we are hauled out again for a bottom job and rudder repair that we knew about when we bought it. This time we noticed movement in the keel when it was on the travel lift the keel moves almost an...

Hello all, thanks in advance I am considering purchasing this 1984 catalina 36 and completing the two Catalina engineered repair jobs myself (attached). I have spoken to some people that havn't seen the boat but say I will need to drop the entire keel and reseal it, a job I can't/dont want to...

I'm looking for some insight into what I should realistically expect from G/flex epoxy and keel movement on an old Hunter 25. My 1982 Hunter 25 came with a small keel smile. This spring, I ground it out, torqued the keel bolts (132 ft-lb), and slathered some G/flex epoxy in the gap. At...

Help. Being a newbie wanting to jump into sailing I bought a Vagabond 17. It looked good. The sails are newish, no big holes, no rust. Then I brought her home and was just prepping to take her to the lake and noticed I can see asphalt through where the keel winch cable goes through the boat...

Hello all, The attached photo is of a bend wing on the keel of a Hunter 410 damaged during launch. Yard is willing to try and straighten it, at least partially, with us assuming liability Looking for opinions, not on the liability issue , but on the possibility of success in straightening the...

My keel line broke on me today.. the metal cable looks to have frayed and snapped while trying to retrieve it. i am a certified diver and plan on replacing everything in the slip where she sits now. My Question is: does anyone have and details or pictures on how the cable connects to the keel...

Hello, I am interested in a Hunter 356, 2002. The boat will be surveyed in march but I would like your opinion on the keel, I noticed that the metal in exposed and oxydated, just below the wing. Also, I noticed thin cracks near the keel joint.

Hello! I am looking to purchase a 1983 Catalina 30 and I have some concerns about the keel and whether it is worth fixing. I appreciate any and all responses! This is a lead keel and is showing signs of blistering and damage. My experience level is basic but my research would tell me that I...

On my '87 H23, a rust spot has developed on my wing keel. All else appears good & sound, but the spot is about 5" I need to not only treat it, but ensure there's no other spots developing. Grinding down and filling in before sealing it up again, is in order. But who else has encountered and...

Hi, looking for some recommendations on how to repair and suggestions for root cause. thanks!

Does anyone know what size the keel bolt nuts are on a 1990 Beneteau 36s5 and what they should torqued to? Thanks! Thetone

I am about to buy this nice Albin Vega, but I received this picture. I kow it is difficult from a picture, but do you think it could be osmosis ? I have been said is just antifouling leveling. Thanks Jordi

Just bought this Hunter 216 last weekend. It is a 2004 model, but has not been in the water for more than 10 years. I pulled the hydraulic cylinder and load tested it by squeezing some wood blocks, however some oil has dripped from the bottom of the cylinder. Do I need to get this rebuilt...

Hi, anyone had problems with the Sailtec 'integral' hydraulic ram for the keel? I have now had two in just 4 years and at £800 (UK money) they are a bit costly. Is there an alternative?

I recently replaced the keel cable and winch on a 21 San Juan. When I purchased it the window was open and left exposed. Does anyone have experience in repairing this? Hoping to get recommendations of how to properly seal it and what thickness of plexiglass, ect to use. This first time sailboat...

Here is a Video I made where I go over the rigging and a few other things including how the centerboard works with my 1974 Widgeon. I hope it will be helpful.