Sadler 25 Engine

I’ve recently bought a sadler 25 1980′s build the mini 6 petter engine needs replacing – looking for a yanmar 10 but can you advise me would a volvo 12 hp twin cylinder diesel fit in and how would this compare re weight versus the petter or yanmar 10hp – can you advise please. Regards [...]

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On January 20th, 2010, posted in: Sailing matters by admin

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MacGregor 26 height on trailer

Anyone know the height of a MacGregor 26 when sitting on trailer ? Garage doors need to be modified. Regards Ian Greer

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On January 5th, 2010, posted in: Sailing matters by admin

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Vega 18 trailer sailer

Hi I have a vega 18 trailer sailer which is fibreglass and i have a problem with the swing keel, it seems to slap from side to side in the keel box. I have been unable to get any drawings or information regarding the layout of the keel and I would be very grateful for [...]

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On November 3rd, 2009, posted in: Trailer Sailers by admin

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Corribee Owners Assosciasion

It is not possible to get through to the Corribee owners assosciasion . I have also just purchased a corribee mk 2 ‘giovanna’ which also has been restored as she was in need of some tlc . They are very strong, I know this as we have had to cut holes in numerous places around [...]

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On May 23rd, 2009, posted in: Trailer Sailers by admin

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Manta 18 Trailer Sailer

I am a new owner of a Manta 18 trailer sailer,number 1239 built by Blakes Marine in 1983 I think. Is there anybody how can help me with a web-site to get more information about it. Best regards Paul

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On May 19th, 2009, posted in: Trailer Sailers by admin

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MacGregor 26 rub rail

I am in desperate need to purchase rub rail (50ft) for my Macgreggor 26 . Have mede several enquiries but no response. Its frustrating. Can some one out there help me please? Benjamin

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On March 23rd, 2009, posted in: Trailer Sailers by admin

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Swift 23 trailer sailor

Hi there, I am lookin for info on the Swift 23, it is the bigger brother of the 18. I have seen a couple on Boats & Outboards but very little else. I have two growing kids and the 18 just isn’t big enough. Any pointers??

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On March 10th, 2009, posted in: Trailer Sailers by admin

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Swift 18 trailer sailer / yacht

Having recently purchased a Swift 18, on first rigging I managed to snap the steel forestay cable in the Rotostay roller reefing system. Could anyone advise me where I could obtain a replacement cable. Thanks. Martyn

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On March 1st, 2009, posted in: Trailer Sailers by admin

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Manta 19 yacht centre plate

I want to remove the centre plate from my Manta 19, I presume its a bolt or pin that it turns on–so where is it? Do I chip away the paint at the front of the keel, or is it some sort of “hooky over” device. Tony

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On February 25th, 2009, posted in: Trailer Sailers by admin

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Swift 18 A frame

I am about to purchase a Swift to use on the Broads. I was thinking of fitting an A frame as there arelots of bridges but have seen other devices that appear to do the same job. Could any give me further information?

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On February 18th, 2009, posted in: Trailer Sailers by admin

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