Pivot bolt on keel

[Frank]

Does anyone know the dimensions of the bolt that the keel pivots ( hangs )upon ? I tried IDASAILOR, no luck on dimensions or availability. I live in MA and boat is in CT so it is not convienient to check and I would like to get replacement before removing old one. Please help on size and where to get one. Thank tou in advance. Frank

 

[J. Barrett]

pivot bolt

I got mine from MacGregor in CA. PH#949-642-6830. Ask for Bill. I forget the price, but it wasn't much. Came with bolt, nut, conical washers, and rubber washers. They don't take credit cards via phone so you will need to get a price quote and send a check or money order. Others here have gotten them from Blue Water Yachts. I don't have a number for them, sorry. When I changed mine, the bolt had no wear at all. I put it aside in case I ever need it.

 

[Carl]

Mac in Costa mesa

Just bought one for my 25 from Mac in Costa mesa, CA. I live 10 mins up the beach. I've been there for advice and some parts they make from scratch. Also, a few blocks away is Minney's. If ever in Cali, stop by and check out the mother of all used sailboat parts stores..

 

[J Catania]

Check Havencraft of New England, They use to be in Sudbury Ma. But I think that the have been sold ,and are now in Rode Island. They use to carry all sorts of Mac parts when I lived there.

 

[Steve Paul]

Be careful

Be careful with Havencraft. I know they had serious problems and were not returning money or parts. Could have changed, just be careful.Steve

 

[Gary 25 Kunundrum]

bolt size

Frank, I plan on being up to my boat on Monday. I can measure the length and dia. if you still need. I'll check this post Sunday night.