Windflite 14

[Bfran1966]

Hello everyone,

I was not sure what forum to post this in so I decided to post here, please feel free to direct me to the correct forum. I pulled an old Windlite 14 from a barn a few months ago and was trying to figure out what is needed for the correct rigging but have been unable to find any specs. I have all the parts but the lines are in such bad shape I am having a hard time finding what I need to replace. If anyone knows the standard rigging dimensions for lines I would greatly appreciate the information. This is my first small dingy sailboat so I am "new" into the small boat scene as I havent sailed anything smaller than a Z420 since college. \

Thanks!

 

[jssailem]

Welcome to SBO. You post location is fine.
Is this your boat.

 

[jssailem]

If so the spelling is Windflite. It is a AMF built boat.
Here is some info from 2010 that may help.

Waterlogged Windflite14

Our old Windflite14 seems to be full of water, and we don't know how to drain it. Any advice?

forums.sailboatowners.com

 

[Bfran1966]

Welcome to SBO. You post location is fine.
Is this your boat.
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Yep that is indeed my boat!

 

[Bfran1966]

If so the spelling is Windflite. It is a AMF built boat.
Here is some info from 2010 that may help.

Waterlogged Windflite14

Our old Windflite14 seems to be full of water, and we don't know how to drain it. Any advice?

forums.sailboatowners.com

Thank you! Really appreciate you sending this my way!

 

[jssailem]

Let us know if you have additional questions.

 

[jssailem]

the lines are in such bad shape I am having a hard time finding what I need to replace. If anyone knows the standard rigging dimensions for lines I would greatly appreciate the information.

If cost is a challenge, buy some low cost 3/16 to 1/4" nylon line at a box store and cut lengths
Use them as a template.

• To raise the sail with a halyard,you'll need a length that is two times the length of the mast plus 3 feet.
• For a mainheet, set the sail boom out to 90º from the boat. Measure the distance from the end of the boom to where you will be sitting on the opposite side of the boat from the boom. Then add 5 feet.

These are rough get you started lengths. They should provide you with more than enough line for the two lines. You can then test the rig and trim the lines if you feel the need.
Nylon is a stretchy line. After you settle on the exact lengths you may decide to spend a bit more for Dacron (polyester) double braid. \


3/16 in. x 100 ft. Solid Braid Nylon Rope Hank
at HomeDepot $10

 

[Foswick]

The nice thing about that boat is its simplicity. You almost can't rig it wrong. So, don't sweat it. So long as the spars are in good shape, the hull keeps the water on the outside, the rudder (and presumably centerboard) work, and you have something resembling a sail, she'll be fine.

Have fun!