Hey all I'm a newbie whom just got a 1976 Mac 25 that hasn't seen the water in 15 years. Got the Keel to work and a repair on the genoa. I'd like to see how others get rigged so I can go though mine and see what pieces are missing. If there are any Mac 25's or 26's around Syracuse NY I'd really just...

Morning All, I just came into a 1976 Macgregor 25 that hasn't been sailed in 15 years. It was free... $800 (travel, trailier parts etc) later I have it at a marina up in a lift making sure the keel is free to drop down and re-raise. (another $75) lets just say it aint going well. The keel is in the ...

What did you use to replace the bolts. I'd like to have them before I have it pulled down. just curious on length and size.

Mine will be looking very similar to yours. The photo's are great. as soon as I get this one down I will send you all some photos. I am planning on being there when they drop the keel. Hopefully it all goes smoooth but who knows. I see where the pivot Bolt and locking bolt come out. How easy is that...

I just came into a Mac 25 that needs some work... The keel hasn't been dropped in 12+ years and has some significant rust along the front edge of the keel. I'm having my local guys "boatworks" in Syracuse ny Drop and winch up the keel before i try it in the water. ( I can't imagine how you...

Thanks All I very much appreciate the input. I will go take a look next weekend. Cheers!

Hi all! I live in upstate NY but spent two years in Auckland NZ watching the boats sail by... I want that... Anyhow I have been offered a 77 mac venture 25 for a very reasonable price. Is $3000 a good price on this boat? It's been dry docked for the last ten years covered and needs a new coat of top...