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    Kingfisher 200 Windvane Storage and Protection Ideas?

    I just bought a Kingfisher 200 Windvane to use on my Laser as I sail in High Sierra lakes with very shifty winds. Looking forward to giving it a spin soon. Although it was not a large investment, I would like it to last as long as possible. Has anyone come up with creative ways to store and...
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    Could it be a leaking drainplug?

    Phoenix in action, Fallen Leaf Lake, CA
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    Could it be a leaking drainplug?

    Replaced the cockpit through hull fitting and that solved it!! Also have an inspection port aft of the cockpit so went in and applied Boatlife caulk (strong stuff from West Marine) all around the joint between the hull and cockpit. Then seated the new fitting in with Boatlife as well. Worked...
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    Could it be a leaking drainplug?

    Seems relatively durable... time will tell. It was recommended by West Marine for the job.
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    Could it be a leaking drainplug?

    Thanks Lazzzerrr! Here are some before and after pics... Before: After: 2 coats of Pettit Easypoxy - roll and tip
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    Could it be a leaking drainplug?

    Thank you guys for the tips. After looking at the 'rectal shot' and related thread, I do suspect this is a major culprit. I'll order the brass bushing. Do you have any recommendations for removing the plastic one? I tried to unscrew it when we were refinishing the hull and it wouldn't give...
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    Could it be a leaking drainplug?

    New to the forums here so apologies if there are threads that address this already. I recently bought a 1977 used boat. We completely refurbished the hull, sanded, filled in dings, etc. with Evercoat Formula 27 and then painted 2 coats with Pettit Easypoxy paint. We repaired the surface...

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