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by Waterrunner
Wed Jan 21, 2015 10:09 pm
Forum: Trailers & Towing
Topic: Wire harness with full length grounds
Replies: 2
Views: 2681

Re: Wire harness with full length grounds

Use a extension cord black for stop/turn.... green for tail ....white for ground ... Works fine for me join them at the tongue.
by Waterrunner
Fri Jan 16, 2015 7:21 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Installing a bilge pump
Replies: 70
Views: 29712

Re: Installing a bilge pump

Old saying "Nothing beats a scared man and a bucket." Bleach jugs with the bottom cut out work fine.
by Waterrunner
Tue Sep 23, 2014 11:50 am
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: New mac25 Owner Santa Barbara?
Replies: 9
Views: 5849

Re: New mac25 Owner Santa Barbara?

I just got a 1976 Venture 25. The boat is very original looking and in good shape. It lacks running rigging, and a few small things. I am rebuilding the keel winch ( parts easy to get ) and will be replacing the keel pivot bolt. The original blue color is dusty and cleans up nicely with a sponge and...
by Waterrunner
Thu Sep 18, 2014 7:20 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Running rigging & Setup
Replies: 3
Views: 1485

Re: Running rigging & Setup

Thanks, I guess it is so simple that I expected more complicated. I hope to be out in Tamales Bay for it's first run soon.
by Waterrunner
Thu Sep 18, 2014 2:09 pm
Forum: MacGregor/Venture Discussion
Topic: New mac25 Owner Santa Barbara?
Replies: 9
Views: 5849

Re: New mac25 Owner Santa Barbara?

I am new here, 1976 Venture 25, North Bay Area, do you have any rigging pictures? I am in the process of reworking the keel, I rebuilt the original winch, next up the pivot bolt just so I know its good. I am hoping to get into Tamales Bay for its first trip before winter gets here.
by Waterrunner
Thu Sep 18, 2014 1:02 pm
Forum: MacGregor Powersailor Discussion
Topic: Running rigging & Setup
Replies: 3
Views: 1485

Running rigging & Setup

I recently bought a 1976 Venture 25. The boat appears to be very original with no modifications of any kind, and is very clean for its age. It is lacking the running rigging and a jib. I found a good diagram on this site for the main sheet so that much is covered. I have searched all over the intern...