19 Montego

[kentoby1]

Hi Folks,
Just purchased a 19 Montego swing keel boat. Anybody know where the keel bolt is? Can't see it anywhere...would it be glassed over possibly? What are the two bolts for on each side of the trunk going through the hull?

Thanks Folks!

Ken

 

[Ken Cross]

Hi ken. Just a note to say welcome.
I have no idea about a Montego, but I suspect you may get what you are looking for here.
Ken

 

[Benny17441]

Not familiar with Montego but the keel bolt is likely glassed over but could be exposed over the years. One of the other bolts is likely a "keel lock". If the boat gets nocked down you do not want a heavy ballasted keel knifing into the trunk. In shallow waters you may let it loose in case of a grounding. The keel will also need to be locked in the raised position for trailering. You always want the keel at least half way down for stability; otherwise the boat may roll and capsize. Depending on the location the other bolt could be a 2nd lock or it may be holding a sheave for the raising and lowering cable. Wait until someone with specific knowledge of the boat confirms what each bolt is for.

 

[Padrone]

Try this
MONTEGO 19 & 20 Manual
https://xa.yimg.com/kq/.../Montego+19+%26+20+Manual+part+1.doc
MONTEGO 19 & 20 Manual. Word Document version compiled by “Sailing the Montego” Microsoft Users Group from the original UMC owners manual ...

 

[abenater]

Where can I find the hull number on my Montego 19. I have looked on the keel cover and on the back of the boat. Thanks.