I made a pennant for Captain Scott Sailing!

CaptainScott · Post by **CaptainScott** » Mon Apr 20, 2009 7:43 pm

A while back there was a gentle push here to get Chrysler Pennants made.It did not really go anywhere but it got me thinking

Sooooo . . . . .

I started playing with Photoshop.

Thought some of you might enjoy this!

Let me know what you thing!!

My Pennant

Scott

Chrysler20%26 · Post by **Chrysler20%26** » Mon Apr 20, 2009 8:31 pm

Nice job, I have been wondering why you have two C-22's. I have 3 sail boats, will 4 if we count a 8' dingy. But I do not have two of the same.

CaptainScott · Post by **CaptainScott** » Mon Apr 20, 2009 8:37 pm

Thanks but I want to point out that I designed it with input from friends but I had a professional flag making company make it!

I don't sew that good nor do I have the ability to print on material! LOL!

I read my own headline and thought "well, I didn't actually MAKE it . . . .

Scott

NYCSAILOR · Post by **NYCSAILOR** » Tue Apr 21, 2009 4:19 am

Shark,

Exactly what products / process did you use that get that shine back to lady Di's topsides and deck and non-skid.... I am at that point and I am getting dizzy between compound, or poli-glow or painting......but your results are the proof inthe pudding...

Andiron120 · Post by **Andiron120** » Tue Apr 21, 2009 5:50 am

Very good job on the pennant, very classy. I am curious about the cleaning products also.

CaptainScott · Post by **CaptainScott** » Tue Apr 21, 2009 7:00 am

Why C22?
Teaching sailing to newbies on a 40 foot boat is not realistic. Literally input overload.
Teaching sailing on a 15' planing hulled boat only attracts a small crowd so I needed a boat in between. I was considering catalinas and als a 23' san Juan but I needed a folding keel and trailer to keep winter time costs down. A friend was selling his C22. It was out of my price range but it really fit the bill. Built like a tank yet tender enough to feel the wind. My friend and I eventually came to terms and I bought Lady Jo. Named after my Mom JoAnn. See the frog? She loves frogs! Just about EVERYONE who goes out on Lady Jo wants to buy her. I have a friend willing to pay moorage just to user her once in a while! Suddenly I see my ability to use her on a whim starting to dimminish and guess what, a another C22 pops up on Craigs List. I wanted the trailer badly but not necessarily the boat. Once I looked at her I realize while in very rough comsetic condition she was very sound so I made an agreeable offer and dragged her home.
Since I have room to park them, the cost is ZERO when not in use. I may eventually sell one of them Who knows. Lady Di now has all new running rigging, woodwork looking sweet, and brand new sails due to arrive in a couple of weeks. She's going to be one sweet looking boat when I'm done!

Cleaning supplies:
I try to use 3M products whenever possible. We use them on our 40'er and love them.

Tops sides are pure elbow grease. Pressure washer on its softest setting and about 2-3 hours of slowly cleaning every nook and cranny. No other products other than simple boat wash there. There really is no SHINE on the tops sides. Just very clean.

After a good washing, the hull was rubbed out with an orbital polisher and 3M Marine rubbing compound. Then I used 3M polishing glaze.

I'l likely going to do it again today! I'm playing hooky from work and have some spare time!!

Scott

Alanhod · Post by **Alanhod** » Wed Apr 22, 2009 9:05 am

Slick penant Captain Scott. After looking at my tiller yesterday, I'm going to have to go back to your posting on re-doing your tiller and hatch cover boards.

So what did your penant cost anyway to have turned out? And by whom?

Alan

CaptainScott · Post by **CaptainScott** » Wed Apr 22, 2009 10:33 am

Hey Alan, I had 6 penants made and the total was right at 200 bucks or so.

I don't remember the exact quotes, that info is at home. It seems to me it was about 80 bucks for the grapics import into there process and around 23 bucks a flag if I order 5 or more.

Keep in mind I designed the graphics completely myself. All they did was import it into there process. I understand they can help with design but I have no idea if that costs more. I would guess so.

The place I got them from is:
Prestige Flag
I spoke with a gentleman named Dennis. Very nice fellow. My flags are very nice quality and two pieces of material thick. All double sewn, etc etc! I was worried about the design being printed insted of sewn in but as soon as they arrived I was VERY happy!

In time I will order more. I already fly three on my boats, gave one to my mom and the other two are already spoken for! I guess everyone likes flags on boats ! LOL!

Now I am in no way trying to sell my flags here however the boat is a Chrysler and the compass rose is a very nice accent. Plus they look pretty cool flying! If there was interest in my flags here I would order and deliver them at cost plus actual shipping.

However it might be better served if the Chrysler forum came up with one!! Don't copy mine though! LOL!

Here is a zoomed shot of it flying on Lady Jo in the marina!
Flag flying!
Scott

Alanhod · Post by **Alanhod** » Thu Apr 23, 2009 2:28 pm

Ahhh, 6 flags and only 3 boats, room to expand your fleet I see. Very nice!

Alan

CaptainScott · Post by **CaptainScott** » Fri Apr 24, 2009 9:49 am

Alanhod wrote:Ahhh, 6 flags and only 3 boats, room to expand your fleet I see. Very nice!

Alan

SHHHHHHHHHH!!!

My wife might hear you! LOL!

Scott