Ya it's sketch, just a thought that came to mind that seemed worth exploring. thus my post. I have two costco batteries new last year and 2 others that are 3 years old. all the terminals are clean no crud:) I've checked the wiring to the point were it connects to the new cables for the 3 year old en...

I was successful in creating a keel that worked well last summer. cost was about <$500 canadian. I found a pattern for a foil and then built a mold using alluminum. It would have turned out nicer if I had gotten the alluminum molded. that would have taken too long. Turns out alluminum sheeting is di...

I have 26X '99 model year. I've had intermittent problems with starting since I bought it. It can get very frustrating and on one occasion cost me $500 to tow. I've solved the problem by buying lithium starter pack. I decided to try and spend some time looking at the wiring. I was thinking that the ...

So I lost my keel last summer. too many financial commitments so I can't buy one this year. I thought I would take shot at making one myself. Has anyone done this? Any suggestions? dimensions would be helpful. A used keel would be good too.
regards,

bruce

I lost my swing keel, should have checked the bolt. So I need to replace it. spending a 1k isn't a possibility at the moment, so I'm looking at building one. I repaired the keel on my 26s, but it was fibre glass and already shaped. I'm not even sure what the keel on the 26x is made off. So does anyo...

I'm looking at buying a 1996 model and I understand there were some problems with the design/flaws/defects. So, what should I be looking for/wary of when I examine the boat?
thank you for your input.

bruce