Recent content by DarkStar

Yup that looks like the way to go

The question for today for the assembled gurus is: How much structural integrity does the aluminum rub rail and associated rivets provide to the hull and deck joint? I am thinking to remove and replace with a PVC rub rail. I probably could replace the rivets.

Thanks, I don't know why I don't think of Ebay, perhaps having the Sunfish will educate me!

Anyone know where I can get a new bow handle?

Don't know specifically, there are others here with way more knowledge as you will see. I have removed 1 screw from mine and put it back in so there is something holding the nut or a backing plate. I would wait for greater knowledge the guys here have helped me a lot

Perhaps that is the answer, where did you make your cuts? I used a grinder to remove this transom and replace it with Cooza board.

I did remove 1 screw from the bow handle very carefully and was able to thread it back in so I may pluck up the courage to do then one at a time. The alternative would be to unscrew until nearly out and support the hardware on small dowels cut to length and as you say tape up the threads to stop...

I cant get that far aft or for'ad from the inspection port. I did contemplate using this as an excuse for an endoscope camera but again the distance to teh stern is too great.

Moving along with the boat, started removing hardware from the deck for refinishing. When I undo the screws on the bow handle and the stern traveler I notice what seems to be machine threads as opposed to screw threads. The question I have are there captive nuts on the underside of the deck? It...

OK thank you will do

I think I might get shot in Plymouth Sound!

I got two sets of spars each with a sail that are used and one brand new sail never been on the boat

A bit cheeky I didn't have a Union Jack at the time but I am ex MOD Devonport

I would like to thank everyone who has offered help with my little project. I am doing this for my daughter in TX and taking it down at Christmas from SC so I want it to be as good as new so she can enjoy it and not have much to do for a while other than enjoy it. As for going sailing, I have...

Great thank you