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MikeD

Here's a good thread off the Ariel forum: http://www.pearsonariel.org/discussion/ ... rd-storage

MikeD

Yes indeed Dennis, that is the Sea Sprite 23 that I lifted off the SS forum. Good catch! It was such a unique modification that I had to go didging around until I found it again. And sadly, no, that is not Sea Glass in the background. I'm looking at her now in the back yard....

MikeD

I've always liked the Kenner Privateers - and what a perfect hull design to remake into a schooner. She looks fantastic! And an electric conversion to boot... It looks like she sails really nicely from your video too. In your line drawing for the rig, it looks like you've got one of these butterfly ...

MikeD

Tremendous accomplishment and a beautiful job - thanks for sharing with us! Even the duck came over to admire your beautiful boat...

Looking good!

MikeD

I got my corecell from Noah's Marine (http://www.noahsmarine.com/) a few years back.

Here's their core materials page: http://www.noahsboatbuilding.com/items. ... POSITE&Bc=

MikeD

What a cool and funky little boat! Beautiful work! Thanks!

MikeD

Oh! A Folkboat - and with a cabin?!? More pictures please!!!

MikeD

Maybe on the front edge of your sliding hatch?

MikeD

...I am about to embark on my own project (converting a west coast Triton with frameless windows to ones with bronze frames). I saw another Pearson Ariel (Little Gull owned by Ebb) that took the same approach that resulted in very strong and elegant windows.... Ray, didn't Ebb do the opposite, that...

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bcooke wrote:Keep in mind that you are comparing the costs of a brand new dodger against a 50 year worn out old boat. ... If you were putting a new dodger on a new Triton the price would appear minscule.

Britton, that has got to be THE BEST rationalization I have heard in a long time! Well done!

MikeD

Owner says it's 20' made in the 60's in Toronto by Bamford Marine.

MikeD

What she said!! And a grog to both you and Tim!

MikeD

...and another one here: http://www.atomvoyages.com/voyaging/blog2010.htm

MikeD

I've seen Semco Teak Sealant recommended on another forum...

MikeD

Two thumbs way up! When I finished, I had that, "oh no, I'm done, now what will I read?" feeling. I consider many cruising books to be written by cruisers who write books about cruising (not necessarily a bad thing). But, I would put this one in the category of a writer who happens to crui...

MikeD

I just quickly checked NE Sailboat Rescue ( http://nesr.wordpress.com/2010/11/26/pearson-commander/#more-570 ) and he posted a Commander for sale in November. Big Commander pic here: http://nesr.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/commander-p.jpg But he's got scads of Alberg hulls over there, usually in a p...

MikeD

Tom - thanks for the heads up. It looks like a really good read. I ordered it last night.

MikeD

That sounds like a great setup -pictures please! :)

MikeD

Hi Folks,
I need a mixing elbow for my Yanmar 2GM. I'm curious where others buy parts for their diesel engines?
Thanks!

MikeD

Wow, an hour without touching the helm?? Sweet and welcome back Tim!

MikeD

I guess it's a matter of searching using the right phrase. I got one a while ago from West Marine, something like this: http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=25218&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&storeId=11151&storeNum=10102&subdeptNum=10161&c...

MikeD

There's really not much more info on "the installation". I had water a algae in the fuel tank this year thanks to a failed o-ring on my fuel cap. This restarted me thinking about my fuel fill location. So... aiming for a truly portable fuel tank might be a waste of time because each time y...

MikeD

I'm still mulling this over and haven't researched tanks or connections or anything yet. Maybe it could be stored it in one of the lockers or the lazaret or under the cockpit sole where my tank is now. Perhaps a shelf could be built that could slide forward to gain access to the portable tank throug...

MikeD

This was suggested on the Ariel forum and I thought it was a great idea. And since diesels are much less frequent per capita on that forum, I thought I'd ask the collective here for some additional input. I only go through 1 or 2 gallons a year, and a 12-14 gallon tank seems unnecessary. This setup ...

MikeD

And please post pics installed too. That sounds like a neat setup.

MikeD

I was going to ask if you could post a pic or link, but I think I found it under Tritons Afloat #144. Are there any others?

MikeD

Tim wrote:Mike,

No photos of your (cough...cough) "primer" coat color? ;<)

Well Tim, naturally I assumed everyone had already seen the photos of the undercoat since you meticulously documented the whole process. :)

MikeD

I haven't used the topsides paint, but I did use Rust-oleum to paint my aluminum portlight frames. So as not to hijack your thread, I posted my results here: http://www.plasticclassicforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=3456&p=40403#p40403 I used Rust-oleum, so I suppose it's sort of related to you...

MikeD

I kept intending to report on how the paint has held up on my deadlight frames, then someone asked about the Rust-oleum topsides paint. Instead of replying there, I figured I'd dredge this up. As of the end of last season, 2009, I'm at three seasons and still going strong. I am pleasantly surprised ...

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Heh!

Rachel wrote:(From http://alberg30.blogspot.com/, where things are a happenin')

Did you happen to read his profile? He was Kevin Patterson's crew mate aboard Mouse from the book "The Water in Between".

MikeD

Good point - I was just thinking of the accessibility from the cockpit...

MikeD

Interesting setup for the mast step too. Nice way to keep things dry and a handy attachment point for the vang.

Also, that seems like a huge rudder!

MikeD

Eh hem! A post like this should really be accompanied by pictures...

MikeD

galleywench wrote:Wow, looks like you have your hands full. I think you need more than doubles, With that many little ones onboard, I think I would have them all tied and duct taped to the deck.

...only 2 are mine.

:)

MikeD

I wouldn't be without them.

In fact, I wish I had doubles. It'd save a few gray hairs.

MikeD

Jeff, I'm guessing that you don't have too many decent boat working days left in Minnesota at this point. How about getting a good tarp, as Eric said - 20x30 is a good fit for our boats, and wrap the boat up tightly when you're not working on it, i.e.reduce the windage as much as possible and protec...

MikeD

What a COOL looking boat!!! Even the tiller is "unique" looking...

MikeD

I agree with Rachel. Rigging questions aside, I really like the looks of the boat aesthetically - except the deadlights. It looks like a comfy and secure cockpit with the wrap around coamings, and I like how the coaming cap is incorporated with the eye brows. With no forecabin trunk, it's got a work...

MikeD

Moored next to us a few weekends ago...

MikeD

The Rozinante looks smaller in the water. Here's one I get to ogle whenever I go to my boat...

MikeD

Anyone else notice David VanDenburgh's CD 36, Ariel, on the cover of the September/October 2009 issue of Good Old Boat?

Looking good David!

MikeD

My bilge outlet is in the same location as Tim's as well. And yes, on a couple of occasions I have had siphoning problems. I've learned to only activate the bilge pump before or after an outing, when I can make sure it's REMOVING water from the bilge. Haven't had the problem since.

MikeD

Yup! That's the stuff.

MikeD

Pets stores have de-skunking stuff. It uses enzymes or something to neutralize the odor. Worked better than tomato juice on my dog. Could be worth a shot.

MikeD

Can you plant some more grass seed at the beginning of June NEXT year?

MikeD

Oscar, just curious. Where did you buy your Dragonfly? A friend of mine had one a number of years ago and sold it recently. I had the pleasure of sailing on it a few times - LOTS of fun! The most obvious difference was when the wind pipes up or a puff hits, instead of heeling over and "digging ...

MikeD

well... I've sold the boat. Like Peter, I just read this thread - having a Yanmar, I confess, I usually skip over anything A4 related. But, I'm very sorry to hear about your boat AND your position Rachel! I know you searched far and wide for your A30 and put a lot into her - I'm wrestling with a si...

MikeD

...I read that butyl will harm acrylic (and polycarbonate might have been mentioned too)... ??? Ulp! My Ariel has new acrylic deadlights bedded in butyl - going on three years, so far so good. I was steered towards acrylic by the plastics guy who made them. He said acrylic is more scratch resistant...

MikeD

I guess that is kind of a strange statement. It's a "thinnish" sheet that simply bends around the board. The boat came with it.

MikeD

My electric bilge pump is attached to a narrow board wrapped in lead. I have a line attached to either end so I can retrieve it without yanking on the hose and adjust it fore or aft to level it. Works OK.

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