Recent content by Dedavis

Charles-Thank you again-does look simple. I was all over YOuTube but never used “Roof.” I had Quad Bypass 3 weeks ago-so it will be another few weeks before i get the nod for boating, I’m afraid. But at least I’ll be ready. Thanks again.

Has anyone had experience re-tying the fabric weather panels on the Fly Bridge? I replaced mine this winter and am planning the reinstallation. Any tricks to threading the line from stanchion to grommets while trying to center the fabric?

Thanks Rich, I appreciate that shot-looks a little more in my level of expertise. Great shot of the old schooners-long gone now. The aroma throughout the town brought their removal.

WOW!! I’m impressed! That is definitely the answer, though the Lofran’s Tigres is a Horizontal model. Not sure I am talented enough to do that job myself, but it is a model to discuss with a yard. Thank you, I appreciate the help. I’ll send you a PM for a picture of yours.

Thank you, I appreciate the help.

Ideal wanted over $2000 to convert to a gypsy and would require the same angle for the chain lead.

The Ideal is mounted directly on the deck whereas the Lofran’s has to be parallel or above the roller coming off the bowsprit. I am envisioning a stainless frame with four legs which would be bolted to the foredeck. The frame could then be boxed in with teak and the new windlass mounted on top...

I have an Ideal Windlass with two rope Capstans and I want to switch to all chain. In looking at replacing with a Lofran’s Capstan and Gypsy model, the unit has to be mounted at the same level as the roller on the bowsprit. This will require adding a riser to mount it on. Has anyone had...

If it is of any help, Maine does not require a State Registration-thus no Bow numbers. However, you do have to file at the town clerk’s office and pay their Excise Tax. We pay the tax (Federaly Deductable) and sail on with no issues until we spent the winter in Charleston, SC. They require you...