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    Broken Tailbone (Keel/Transom)

    Started all of this back in this thread: https://sailingforums.com/threads/padeye-and-camcleat-versus-the-hook-versus-ratchet-block.46905/page-2#post-218647 And as of tonight I am down to this, chasing the cracks caused a couple loose pieces to come out near the transom: Wondering if after...
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    Did they use Zamac / Zamak metal on cast Sunfish Parts?

    Hello, wondering if it is known if the rudder heads, cleats, and bow handles were Zamac or Zamak in the 1970's-1980's. I know that some manufacturers made a point to advertise it. I was sent some interesting information on Zamac and looking at my 1980's rudder head, I do not think it is aluminum...
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    Padeye and Camcleat versus 'the Hook' versus Ratchet Block?

    Rigging up my brand newest oldest boat, pre-AMF in styling. Boat has a block instead of halyard fairlead and eye bolts instead of eyes molded in the caps. -I am wondering if the padeye/fairlead and camcleat shown are useful as-is, or if I'd be better off using 'the hook' or work on getting a...
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    Line types/lengths for Sunfish

    Hello, If one was on the road and wanted to stop in at West Marine or the local Farm and Fleet store to (pun alert) secure lines for a Sunfish or two, what would be the shopping list per boat? Halyard: _____type x ____ diameter x _____ long And same question for mainsheet, rope bridle, 2...
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    Sailcloth and Plastic Strip Centerboard Flap Repair

    My youngest, affectionately known as 'the kid', brought home a salvaged Omega 14 and we spent some time last summer doing hull repairs. The centerboard flaps need some love. Since I have sailcloth, could I overlap 2 strips of this per side to make up the length and re-use or find new plastic...

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