New H260 Keel line, cant seem to raise keel all the way

[LarryH]

I had my H260 bottom painted, keel dropped, bracket inspected etc, keel line replaced, but they can't seem to get the keel to tuck all the way back in when winching it up. It will if you get under and push it up so its moving fine. I keep the boat in the water, so i don’t see a big issue unless its going to be difficult getting my boat on a trailer.

Any one have any suggestions? Should i be concerned?

Thanks

Larry

 

[Crazy Dave Condon]

The pins appear to be in the wrong place on the centerboard bracket. Anyone, what is the correct position. Also when the bracket went back in was in done properly and did they try to wiggle it in.

 

[Bob 04 H260]

I'm not sure how much of your centre board is hanging down. Ours never retracted all the way, I think it hung down about a foot at the aft end. When it was put on the trailer it sat on a piece of wood that lifted it up into the trunk. It was never a problem getting it on or off the trailer.
Is the line used low stretch ? If not that could be the issue.

Bob

 

[Crazy Dave Condon]

Larry H

It could be the lines on the port side top of the boat not set properly. Send me your phone and location so I can call you via forum emai..

 

[Crazy Dave Condon]

I will be calling but last year there was a post from me on the lines for the centerboard.