This is a general forum for all sailmfg topics. http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/list.php?1 Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:26:43 +0200 Phorum 5.2.7 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1509,1509#msg-1509 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1509,1509#msg-1509 orked on a boat before so I’m looking for some help compiling resources for future restorers!

I intend to document and post photos of the process as much as possible.
There are a few shallow cracks in the hull and topside along with some more serious cracks on the deck by the centerboard. I need to replace the port holes, the auto bailer, repair the sidewalk and replace a few cleats/jams especially the toe hold ones, and probably repaint it.

I’m aware that epoxy and fiberglass are involved in the repair process but I’m not sure how exactly to start repairing the cracks/stripped cleat holes.
I would appreciate any resources that future restorers and I can use to learn!]]> Erik sailmfg Tue, 16 Jun 2020 18:41:11 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1497,1497#msg-1497 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1497,1497#msg-1497
Thanks for the add. I am a recreational daysailor/cruiser (and very occasional casual racer) -- mostly in Casco Bay and coastal Maine. I had a J-24 for many years (actually cruised with my young family in it), and now I own a Cape Dory 26. But last weekend --in a fit of COVID-closure desperation, I bought an early Sidewinder and trailer in sailable, but rough shape. Hull and deck look decent -- no soft spots or bog issues. All the parts are there -- though some are homemade and most others are badly worn, so it's going to need some work and a bunch of replacement stuff. I will be sailing this in Maryland/Viriginia bay/river/lakes mostly. Not sure how much time/effort I am going to spend restoring it or trying to make it look beautiful, but I want to make it a solid, fun, go-fast boat, so I'm looking for info on rigging options, repairs and parts / substitutes. Thats said, I am curious if anyone is actually doing significant restorations on these...

Regarding replacements, I have a few rough, home brew items I want to replace with either originals or decent substitutes. Specifically, someone fabricated both replacement centerboard and rudder/tiller out of heavy plate steel (with raised grips on one side!). While both of these work, the rudder is a real monstrosity, does not kick up, and weighs a ton). I am wondering if any replacements/substitutions are available? Note the hull attachment is original and solid, but the rest. Any advice on this would be much appreciated..

Also need to replace most of the jib setup -- one of the stays is fraying in the middle (I will make/have made these and may change the chainplate arrangement as well -- it seems super flimsy) and it looks like the furler blew up at some point (the guts are missing) so i need recommendations on an appropriate replacement (or used one). Twill also replace the rest of the running rigging as it is really old.

I guess that's it to start. am missing a few pieces of hardware. The self-bailer is gone-- sealed and roughly plated over. Not sure I care. The foredeck jam cleat (for the furler sheet I presume) is missing and the one on the centerboard casing is shattered. I notice that both these seem to be thru-bolted and, while I think I can get to the back of the deck cleat, the centerboard one is enclosed in the hull. Any advice on how to deal with this?

Anything major I shaped look for as Iget this stuff taken care of and get it in the water?

Thanks very much on advance for any help/info!

Pat]]> Porrick sailmfg Fri, 12 Jun 2020 23:31:29 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1489,1489#msg-1489 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1489,1489#msg-1489 apparently both of the porthole covers came off when it capsized and the hull just completely filled with water. Two power boats pulled me to a boat lift and helped me bail it and towed me back to the launch.

Once it was off the lakebed I saw both of the porthole covers had gone missing and are now somewhere underwater. So now I guess I need to get new porthole covers at least, and likely just new portholes entirely.

My understanding is that the boat should be able to be capsized for a decent amount of time without actually sinking, right?

Anyone have experience righting capsized sidewinders?]]> Erik sailmfg Tue, 09 Jun 2020 05:14:38 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1484,1484#msg-1484 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1484,1484#msg-1484 Admiral Hornblower sailmfg Mon, 24 Feb 2020 20:40:49 +0100 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1482,1482#msg-1482 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1482,1482#msg-1482 Admiral Hornblower sailmfg Fri, 07 Feb 2020 05:12:17 +0100 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1481,1481#msg-1481 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1481,1481#msg-1481 Dimensions... pole... etc...
The boat I bought came without, so I'm in the dark.]]> erikb sailmfg Fri, 12 Jun 2020 22:09:17 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1478,1478#msg-1478 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1478,1478#msg-1478 Thanks,
Dillon

[www.sailmfg.com]]]> frenchdi01 sailmfg Thu, 20 Jun 2019 18:49:34 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1474,1474#msg-1474 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1474,1474#msg-1474 Anyone know where I can find a replacement boom end fitting for 2 1/2 inch round tubing?

If I can't find a replacement, any good ideas for changing the rigging of the outhaul so it doesn't rely on a pulley attached to the defunct boom end fitting?

Thanks]]> Boaterbob07 sailmfg Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:43:32 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1472,1472#msg-1472 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1472,1472#msg-1472
I’m in a small sailing club in Orlando where I race my sidewinder against some Hunter 140s and JY15s. Since I bought a new jib last fall, I’ve been winning races by sometimes more than 2 minutes ????????????. Needless to say this boat is fun and fast.

Anyway I wanted to share a short video of me and my wife racing a couple months ago.

[youtu.be]


Dan]]> DPollock556 sailmfg Tue, 09 Jun 2020 16:03:50 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1471,1471#msg-1471 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1471,1471#msg-1471
The telescoping part of my tiller extension seems to be jammed and I cannot twist it lose. I've tried WD40 and vice grips but it's just not moving at all. Does anyone know the brand and model number? I think it's a Ronstan but I'm not sure...the sticker is all faded on mine.

Thank you in advance!

Dan]]> DPollock556 sailmfg Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:02:15 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1469,1469#msg-1469 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1469,1469#msg-1469 cgwood12211 sailmfg Wed, 12 Jun 2019 07:49:37 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1459,1459#msg-1459 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1459,1459#msg-1459 cgwood12211 sailmfg Fri, 15 Sep 2017 16:29:11 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1451,1451#msg-1451 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1451,1451#msg-1451 Truly appreciate any assistance.

Have fun out there on the water.

Kind of wild that there is a sidewinder in Austria looking for spin. sail.
How cool is that.]]> Curtvk sailmfg Fri, 21 Jul 2017 13:07:44 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1448,1448#msg-1448 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1448,1448#msg-1448 imgur.com]]]> Free.99 sailmfg Thu, 08 Jun 2017 22:31:48 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1445,1445#msg-1445 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1445,1445#msg-1445
After cleaning her up as best as I could it's time to get to work. I'm currently painting the interior roof as the headliner was on the floor and glue which hung like old cob webs quivering in the subtle breeze. I am only done with two coats of primer and what a difference already. I plan on flat whiting the interior roof for this summer so we can enjoy her until winter when I will replace with ivory carpeting. All of the padded wood bench cover will be redone in stained mahogany and my wife will stitch all new cushioning. The sails themselves seem to be in pretty good shape except for the genoa. I have heard of the place in pa that refurbishes them for a decent price. I will be utilizing their service very soon. As for now I have to finish painting. Refinish interior wood, tiller/rudder. Install fuse box for lighting and radios. Replace cockpit drain tubes. Build a companionway hatch. And track down papers for her. Any advice on that would help. Looking forward to meeting you all and learning how to sail.... Eric and Ivala.


1979 mfg-19 w opt. galley and Porto-head. [imgur.com]]]> Free.99 sailmfg Mon, 15 May 2017 13:11:13 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1444,1444#msg-1444 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1444,1444#msg-1444 Thx
Jim]]> jkeszenheimer sailmfg Sun, 23 Apr 2017 18:37:36 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1431,1431#msg-1431 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1431,1431#msg-1431 Chef sailmfg Thu, 31 May 2018 05:36:03 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1415,1415#msg-1415 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1415,1415#msg-1415 Here it is
[www.sailmfg.com]]]> pole131 sailmfg Sun, 09 Oct 2016 23:04:15 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1410,1410#msg-1410 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1410,1410#msg-1410
First of all, this forum is a wealth of info and is much appreciated! Thank you all!

Alright, so I bought my Sidewinder last April. This is my first boat (other than kayaks/canoes) and my first sailboat. After a quick lesson on rigging it up by the previous owner and a few sailing videos on youtube, I hit the water. This boat is fast, responsive and a blast to sail!

With that being said, the previous owner had painted the deck and cockpit with what looks like the "battleship gray" deck paint by Rustoleum. It looks like it was either rolled on or brushed (more likely brushed due to all the brush strokes), and I don't think he cared to do any prep work whatsoever. All of the hardware, the rubrails, even the two scuppers were painted over! Needless to say, she's a little bit ugly.

Does anyone have any experience painting the deck? I want to restore her to the beautiful blue that is peaking through all of the cracked battleship gray paint! Also, any advice on repainting the bottom? Since I keep her on the trailer, can I use the rustoleum glossy white topside paint from Lowes after a good sanding and priming?

Thank you in advance!

Dan]]> DPollock556 sailmfg Mon, 27 Feb 2017 03:58:14 +0100 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1404,1404#msg-1404 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1404,1404#msg-1404 knoel2 sailmfg Tue, 08 Aug 2017 18:03:23 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1402,1402#msg-1402 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1402,1402#msg-1402 Cathy sailmfg Mon, 31 Aug 2015 18:44:52 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1398,1398#msg-1398 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1398,1398#msg-1398 Paul sailmfg Sun, 09 Oct 2016 23:03:28 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1392,1392#msg-1392 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1392,1392#msg-1392
This is my first sailboat and I am really excited about learning. Thanks for any help.

My email is: free456@yahoo.com]]> michaelreich sailmfg Thu, 18 Jun 2015 20:42:10 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1389,1389#msg-1389 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1389,1389#msg-1389 Thanks!
Doug]]> gdeecee sailmfg Wed, 15 Oct 2014 19:04:27 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1385,1385#msg-1385 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1385,1385#msg-1385
I'm not too fond of the rigging. Even less so after a couple of weeks ago, the boom detached from the mast after turning turtle and the sail got caught up in the shroud forming a water balloon. I had to wait until I drifted to shore to get it upright again after hauling down the sail. Note, I sail solo.

I'm going to stop by a local shop that makes sailing hardware to see if they can come up with a gooseneck to hopefully fix this problem and also allow me to install a boom vang because the boom scares me when I'm sailing down wind.

Questions:
1) Does anyone have a Sidewinder with a boom vang that can offer suggestions on its installation or photographs?
2) I'm also considering an outhaul, so suggestions would be appreciated here as well. APSLTD.com has some good examples posted but I'd like to see them on a Sidewinder.

Jeff]]> JAB sailmfg Wed, 01 Oct 2014 01:54:17 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1382,1382#msg-1382 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1382,1382#msg-1382
Just in case it serves anyone, I took photos of the hull after I diced it up with a chainsaw and a sawz-all.
Please check out the dropbox folder I set up for the photographs:
[www.dropbox.com]

The last two photos depict the way a lot of the hardware was sunk into the glass. One img is cockpit side, the other one is from directly behind that hardware, inside the hull. The rest depict various cross sections of the boat.

Hope this is helpful to some,]]> twhatton sailmfg Tue, 30 Sep 2014 16:23:12 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1368,1368#msg-1368 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1368,1368#msg-1368
John]]> Coyoteboy sailmfg Mon, 22 Sep 2014 17:40:14 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1362,1362#msg-1362 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1362,1362#msg-1362
Just purchased an MFG 19.
Its a 1978 sail # 90.
The pins for the mast base are missing.
I have used 1/4" hardened bolts to temporarily rig at home.
Does anyone have pic of originals or a recommendation for what might work better?

Thanks,
Jim Baker
Somerset, PA]]> JKIMBAKER sailmfg Sun, 14 Sep 2014 01:50:59 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1359,1359#msg-1359 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1359,1359#msg-1359
I need to replace a lot of hardware for sure.

Please help a new owner out if you can. The centerboard's shock cords are broken an I am sort of guessing how to arrange new cords. Does any one have a diagram, picture of a working arrangement or can provide instructions on the system?

Cheers,

Dan]]> Rockdoc sailmfg Wed, 24 Sep 2014 16:32:45 +0200 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1345,1345#msg-1345 http://www.sailmfg.com/phorum/read.php?1,1345,1345#msg-1345
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