lost centerboard

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j vanderbaan

We recently acquired a very nice Morgan 25 Classic at the end of last season. Upon hauling it out we discovered the centerboard had broken the pin and fallen out. We have spent most of this season trying to get info on replacement or making a new one. Has anybody any information or ideas as to what we can do most expeditiously and economically? jvdbaan@yahoo.com
 
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Brian Harrigan

re lost centerboard

Since I am "refreshing" my 25, the centerboard has been removed, and is available for inspection, mesurments, or maybe a foam casting, if that could help. I am not skilled at any of these things, but what ever help it can be, it's available in Connecticut.
 
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Jan vanderBaan

re lost centerboard

Brian Thanks for your reply If you could email me your Phone # to jvdbaan@yahoo.com your offer may well be my only option. Jan
 
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isaac

lost dagger board too

i have a morgan 25 and i lost my dagger doard when i ran aground in a storm. if anyone can e-mail me som specs or know how to build one any info is helpful kujohudu@yahoo.com
 
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isaac

dagger board measurements?specs?

brian, that is whay i need i plan on making my own dagger board but i know nothin about it but am skilled in building stuff, fiberglass, plywood, maby some lead? my email is kunohudu@yahoo.com i need measurements shape whatnot glad for your reply thanx much love
 
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Francis

M25 Centerboard

Hey all, how have you made out with your C/B issues? i have drawings and tons of information on this. I have a M24 (same as M25) and the previous owner had the c/b replace...he lost the first one with the pin falling out. he had it made by a company in florida..i think i have the receipts and contact information if anyone is in need.. Francis leicame@yahoo.com
 
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jan vanderbaan

c/b info

If you have a name and address I would be very greatful. I have just moved and haven't had time to follow up. As the season is over here in NewYork I will have time to attack the problem before spring. Again thank you. Jan vanderBaan
 
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Thom McDonald

M-25 Centerboard

Jan Apparently the centerboard was a weak point in an otherwise beautiful boat. My M-24 lost its centerboard in a squall the weekend we bought it. Miraculously, I recovered it. The problem seemed to be twofold: first, when the bronze blocks that keep the pin in place wear down, the centerboard will cant in the trunk and put a lot of pressure on the area of the board around the pin; second, the SS cable that activates the board has a swedge fitting on the end that will eventually break the cable at the point of exit from the fitting. I currently have my CB on the bench at my shop and can detail the shape and construction for you. It weighs about 75lbs and appears to be a sheet of steel surrounded by resin and cloth. I had to do an extensive rebuild to the area around the pivot pin and the critical top edge that has to clear the top of the trunk while it swings a 90 degree arc and guide the cable at the same time. I also have devised a hydraulic system that activates the CB and eliminates a lot of cable and a couple of turning blocks. I had to do somethig after I installed an inboard deisel that blocked the old layout. Bob Horan of Warner Robins, GA. has a website devoted to M-24 and more links and stories about the CB et al. Morgan24site@cox.net E-mail me if I can help mcmacduck@aol.com
 
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