Could someone tell me what size bolt they are using for their venture 25 keel lock bolt? Mine is a 1974 model, and I just cut the head off a 1/2"x3&1/2" bolt that was bent in the hole. (Not through the keel though) The owners manuals I've found call for a 3/8"x3&1/2 inch bolt....

I'm not telling you what to do, I'm giving you the recommended line sizes for the MacGregor 25. Main Halyard 5/16" Jib Halyard 5/16" Mainsheet 3/8" Jibsheets 3/8" Outhaul 1/4" Topping lift 1/4" I hope this helps someone. Got any other specs or links you care to share? ...

Im just curious, does the 26 not have a swing keel? I just got a venture 25, it has no ballast tank, but it has the swing keel figure if (when) I run aground on something, ill crank the keel up & float away.

Sailor1, do you still have her? How has she come along? I bought a '74 v25 saturday, looks to be close to the same condition.