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Sailed it today! It was about 90 degrees outside with 10-15 MPH winds. Went straight out from the launch about a 3/4 mile, turned around and came back. Total time on the water was probably less than an hour. But I'm still re-learning to sail and didn't have a ton of confidence in the boat...

Q: Does a Sunfish mast sink or float? :confused:

I just got this at AutoZone for like $5 bucks. Done...

Thanks @LVW - This is the gooseneck that came with the boat - I didn't buy it or break it, I just noticed it was broken. I ain't spending $150-plus to replace it either - I'm pretty sure this boat isn't even wortth $150. :D Never heard of a "Polynesian lateen rig" so I Google'd it with no...

DOH! Found this as I inch closer to my maiden voyage. It's brass, or bronze, and as I suspected, ridiculously over-priced. Min $150 bucks plus tax and shipping from most of major suppliers (WTF?). I cleaned it up and my buddy is going to attempt to mig-weld it. But this is a part that needs...

Will do. How is the functionality with the auto parts plug? I've seen them in plumbing/pool applications with a wing nut, does that seems like a better choice? Does the water drain out the same as the factory bailer while the boat is moving? Or are we bypassing that function altogether and...

Okay, so I'm going without the foam. And I'll re-assess on my first few journeys per your advice. PS - I musta missed the "otter" story - not sure what that is? Actual otters are attacking your sailboat? :eek:

Got it! Thanks! 1 1/4" (1.25 inches) - right? :D

Here's what I'm picturing (attached). As a long-time gear-head, this is what has always been known to me as a "freeze-out plug" -- no way that's what is being referred to here. I'm lost. Can you link me to what you mean? Imma try @signal charlie 's method first but if I fail, $7 bucks is WAY...

Yep, the brand name is "Sea Flo." I ordered a 4 incher from Prime - I suspect it will work and I can return it for free if it doesn't. Quick question while I got your here: - I think you said I should replace the (water-logged) foam I removed from the rear of the boat (use Great Stuff pond, I...

I'm not sure what is meant here by a "1 1/4 inch automotive freeze plug?" I'm conjuring a freeze-out plug for an engine block but I doubt that what is being referred to here. Any help? :eek:

LEAK TESTED TODAY!! And it went WAY better than I expected. I'll be hitting the water for a test ride maybe as soon as next week!! I used the motor from an old shop vac that I keep around to fill up inflatable beds and rafts and stuff. It worked well. I watched some of @signal charlie /...

Thanks for that @LVW - I'll use it all! I should have some time in the next day or 2 and I'll finally get to the leak testing. Fingers crossed!! @signal charlie > Following your advice, I did manage to get the splash guard done, the one was broken in 3 pieces - and it came out pretty good...

Holy crap! Glad you're okay. Any pics? :eek:

@signal charlie > Your yard and shop and your entire setup is just amazing! Does that trail lead to the water? I'm SO jealous. :D :D :D

I can do that. I have a deburring tool (pic below) that I think would accomplish that task very proficiently. Yeah? Can you suggest a screw size and it's related drill bit size? (This doesn't sound like something I should "guess" at like I ususaally do) Thanks!!

Thank you, sir. I had planned to slightly reposition the guard, so not to use the same holes, so my amateur thinking is on track! I was gonna use silicon caulk too but now, with your experienced advice, I won't. Much appreciated. Dumb Questions: 1) What if I test-ran the boat in the water...

I had an hour today so I filled in the ripped-out splash-guard holes with a mixture of resin and shredded cloth. I didn't have on hand what I needed (thickened resin) so I made-do with what I had. Looks good, but I know nothing - will that work? I plan to standard rivot the splash guard back...

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Thanks! So, how far beyond the break should the new cloth go? Does it need a lot of distance to "splint" the break and for extra support in that area? :) Thanks again!!