New to this. Would love to learn how to sail. Purchased a used Hunter 146 and have all the parts, but there is no diagram in user manual that shows the sailboat completely rigged. I'm very surprised there are no complete rigging videos or even raising mast for the Hunter 146. Any help would be appreciated to get me started.
Anyone Have Helping Pics to rig Hunter 146
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Welcome to the forum. Congrats on getting your first boat.
Learning about the basic boat parts and their functions will be similar or the same for your 140 Hunter.
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You might want to explore the basic ASA classes or similar teaching groups at many marinas.
Learning about the basic boat parts and their functions will be similar or the same for your 140 Hunter.
How to Sail a Boat (with Pictures) - wikiHow
For centuries, the sea has captured the spirits of sailors and adventurers all over the world. In his poem "Sea Fever", John Masefield claimed that all he needed was "a tall ship and a star to steer her by" to feel complete. Breaking into...
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Congrats and welcome.
Google is your friend. Hit number 1 for "Hunter 146 manual" yielded this:
146 Owner's Manual 2008.pdf
Google is your friend. Hit number 1 for "Hunter 146 manual" yielded this:
146 Owner's Manual 2008.pdf
First look at the Hunter 146 boat information. Go to boat information/Hunter Resources/146/downloads. Look at modifications and photos. In addition, look for a book on small boat sailing and read it first. Then take a course or get someone to teach you that is familiar with small boat sailing as you stated that you are new to this. Leave the kids at home during training
This is what I advised to people buying daysailor sailboats.
The forum store has the complete build list of your boat parts as several sales folks worked at Hunter. As for me, I am a former Hunter dealer who introduced the 146. Follow my advice and I will be a backup for information.
The 146 came with roller furling jib as standard (forestay incorporated in furling sail and no backstay but only two shrouds each side. Never heel over 12-14 degrees. Never stand directly onto boat when in the water.. During training, only those who need to learn should be on board.
This is what I advised to people buying daysailor sailboats.
The forum store has the complete build list of your boat parts as several sales folks worked at Hunter. As for me, I am a former Hunter dealer who introduced the 146. Follow my advice and I will be a backup for information.
The 146 came with roller furling jib as standard (forestay incorporated in furling sail and no backstay but only two shrouds each side. Never heel over 12-14 degrees. Never stand directly onto boat when in the water.. During training, only those who need to learn should be on board.
Thanks Dave! Great info! I’m currently taking a Coast Guard Basic Boating & Safety Class. I also signed up for 3 day “Hands On” sailing instruction in July. Hope to be able to get out and have fun before then. Does the Hunter 146 capsize easy?…I’m hoping not!
Thank you!
Bubs
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Thanks! I have the manual and know the parts of the rigging, just was hoping for better diagrams with all the rigging in place. I’ve actually figured most of it out with the guide and some videos. Hoping to have it rigged tomorrow, then I can practice re-rigging. So far I’ve done all myself with some little tricks putting up mask.Welcome to the forum. Congrats on getting your first boat.
Learning about the basic boat parts and their functions will be similar or the same for your 140 Hunter.
You might want to explore the basic ASA classes or similar teaching groups at many marinas.How to Sail a Boat (with Pictures) - wikiHow
For centuries, the sea has captured the spirits of sailors and adventurers all over the world. In his poem "Sea Fever", John Masefield claimed that all he needed was "a tall ship and a star to steer her by" to feel complete. Breaking into...
Thank you for your reply!
Bubs
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Thanks!
Thanks!
Got your message and will call Friday. Picture of inspection port in relation to hull drain please
Ok! I’ll take some pics tomorrow. Boats covered with rain in the area. I’ll also see if I can find a diagram of drain layout.Thanks, Bubs
Bought the Hunter with no drain installed. I certainly Dont want to just plug holes and eliminate drain so here’s the dilemma…. Arm can’t fit all the way in to attach connectors to hose. Decided I’m going to put an access panel between the N & T so I can put nuts on connectors and clamps to secure hoses.
