Plastic Classic Forum

Specs for Laser 28'. http://sailboatdata.com/viewrecord.asp?class_id=572 Originally came with an inboard Buhk 10 HP diesel. I'm not wild about outboards on sail boats but it is your boat and you should do what you want with it. Plastic but not as old as my classic 1967 Tartan 27'. Old winches can be...

It looks like they found a boat so far gone it isn't worth the effort to salvage. Tsk, tsk Hirilonde. This is for a youth sailing program and maybe the kids get a chance to work on the boats as well. I'm not an expert on Ensign's but there is a pretty big fleet of active racers and sailors at my cl...

I am familiar with Naval Jelly which contains the phosphoric acid.
It is worth trying to soak it for a while in that.
Also consider PB Blaster as an alternative soaking fluid.
I'd even try Marvel Mystery Oil which has rust inhibitors in it.
Perhaps you can press out the axle or pin?

Your plan sounds pretty good to me. I'd take it slow and try not to break something. I also wonder if there is some kind of tool like a Dentist's pick or metal nail file that you could use to get between the levers and try to get the corrosion out. I'm assuming the levers where probably chrome plate...

Captains 1015 is branded Zspar but made by Pettit: http://www.iboats.com/Captain-s-Varnish-1015-Quart-Pettit-Kop-Coat/dm/view_id.135779 The paint companies tend to alter their formulations without asking our permission. I'll bet that is what is going on. Have you ever tried "Le Tonkinoise varni...