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by Eric-Fai
Tue Oct 15, 2019 3:35 pm
Forum: DaySailors
Topic: Forestay tension
Replies: 2
Views: 16537

Re: Forestay tension

Hello, nice to see that there is someone who is using this section. 1) give me some info about the craft, model and year. 2) I have found specs at different sites and they will explain what the take of the mast should be. 3) I have also found that the down wind side will have less tension while unde...
by Eric-Fai
Sun Sep 22, 2019 4:13 am
Forum: DaySailors
Topic: Buccaneer
Replies: 0
Views: 15797

Buccaneer

Is there anyone here that owns a Buccaneer 18? Would like to connect to for any tips, on restoration and on setup single handed. Happy sailing. 8)
by Eric-Fai
Sun Sep 15, 2019 2:37 pm
Forum: General Chrysler Sailing Discussion
Topic: Bailer '73 Chryler Mutineer
Replies: 2
Views: 28903

Re: Bailer '73 Chryler Mutineer

Hello,

I have a 76 Buccaneer, recently purchased. The inside of one of the bailers is shot. I am going to make an attempt to turn one out if PVC, add groves for O-Rings, then cut the required notches. Hope it works.
by Eric-Fai
Sun Sep 15, 2019 2:29 pm
Forum: General Chrysler Sailing Discussion
Topic: What bodies of water do you sail?
Replies: 42
Views: 384087

Re: What bodies of water do you sail?

Once I complete the restoration of the Buccaneer 18, I will be sailing on the inland lakes of Upstate South Carolina.
by Eric-Fai
Sun Sep 15, 2019 1:54 pm
Forum: DaySailors
Topic: Buccaneer Centerboard
Replies: 0
Views: 15448

Buccaneer Centerboard

Hello all, thanks for the approval. I recently purchased a 1976 Buccaneer, Sail #1931. I have been going through the craft a bit more in detail since I got it home. I found two issues which need attention. 1) The Centerboard pivot point has been deteriorating, in fact with a bit of pressure it broke...