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Ken: Sorry it took so long to get back to you re: embroidered sail wear. The name of the company is Richland Embroidery Services in Ontario, Ohio. You can contact them at Sue@Richlandemb.com or www.richlandemb.com. The last time I talked to them they said they could do hats for $10 to $14. Dickby Dick - sailmfg
Bill: I'll try to get some pix this week. I'm a golf instructor and am in the middle of a two week tournament for 150 kids aged 7 through 18. Today would have been a great day to sail ( sunny, 90 degrees temps and 15 mph winds) but I'm working on the tournament. Am I nuts or what? Dickby Dick - sailmfg
Bill: I'm a little confused. Are your feeding the rope bolt into the mast slot? I have nylon slugs (slides) attached to the sail which feed into the slot on the mast. Raising my mains takes all of about 10 seconds. Dickby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: Glad you're finally enjoying your MFG19. Here are a few things I've done which have made sailing single-handed easier. 1) I installed a tiller tamer which can "lock" the tiller in place. It isn't totally effective but it does help. 2) At the base of my mast are two swivel spring blocks for the halyards. The halyards then run back to a pair of rope brakes just ahead of the compaby Dick - sailmfg
Paul & All MFG19 Sailors: Today in Ohio was a great day with 8-12mph winds out of the west-northwest. Since launching on May 24, I've been out a total of 14 times- a record for me. It wasn't a fantastic sail, but any day on the water is better than a day on the shore. With each sail I'm learning more about the boat and my abilities as a sailor. I'm very pleased with both. FYI, there is aby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: For Information on Fiberglass repair go to FreeManual-S@westsystem.com. They will send you a free 85 page manual on fiberglass boat repair and maintenance. I saw this in Sail Magazine today in the classified section. Dickby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: Sorry to hear your maiden voyage was less than you expected. It will get better. Without knowing approximate wind speed I can't really answer your question about the weather helm. Normally while sailing single handed in heavy winds the first thing I do is to douse the jib. My next step would be to reef the main. When dealing with weather helm you want to reduce the sail area as much as posby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: Harvey is correct about the adjustment line being for the swing-up rudder. My rudder, however, is fixed and will not swing up. It could probably be reworked, but the previous owner preferred it in a locked position since he sailed on Lake Erie. As I've said before, each 19 is different depending on the likes and dislikes of each owner. Dickby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: I have no idea what the adjustment line is. Perhaps you could post a picture so we all can chime in. The weather in Ohio has been most favorable the last few weeks - temps in the mid 70's and sunny with 5-12 mph winds. The Memorial Day weekend was ideal to get back on the water and sail as long as you wanted. The boat responded well and I'm feeling very comfortable with her now after 6 yeaby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: The rounded side faces the transom and the thin edge faces outward. Be careful on launching to wait until the boat is in the water before putting the rudder on. Since the rudder and keel extend the same length in the water, the rudder will scrape the launching ramp if put on before launching. I launched last week and have spent the past three days on the boat - good to be back on the waterby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: It's about time!!!!! Glad to hear you'll finally have the thrill of sailing your 19. I would recommend you put your cleats on the side where you can go through the overhang. I have side cleats and a humongous eye cleat on the deck just before the hatch that the previous owner had installed. I prefer the side cleats. I've finally got my hull double waxed, bottom coat on, and trim painted. Tby Dick - sailmfg
Bill: Thanks for your concern. Greatly appreciated. With regard to your question about reefing points, I do have 2 sets of reefing points on my main. I feel fairly certain that this is the original sail, but it has been well maintained. I haven't yet taken the sails out of storage yet, but I'll be glad to take some measurements for you in the next few weeks and post them. FYI, I am located in Maby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: Let me throw in my 2 cents since I refurbished my rudder several years ago. I used West System epoxy to refinish the rudder after I had taken out the warp and filled the cracks with waterproof wood filler. The epoxy is not inexpensive (about $55 per quart) but does a great job. I put on 3 coats with a 24 hour wait between coats. The West System can be purchased at most marinas or through Dby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: Glad to hear you are ready to finally launch and sail. The weather here in Ohio broke this week and today was actually sunny and in the low 70's. I went to the lake this morning and saw that the docks are being moved into place. I probably won't get in until the first of May, but it sure is good to see the sun and feel some solar warmth. In response to your question about the shaft lengthby Dick - sailmfg
Windy1: In response to your questions regarding the electrical system of the MFG19, it was originally built with wiring for running lights and a cabin light. If you chech the parts list under the MFG19 logo you will find these items listed as original equipment. I have a 12 v. deep charge battery mounted in a battery box on the starboard side of the cabin under the cockpit. The wiring from theby Dick - sailmfg
TRJLF: This may or may not provide you any help, but I thought I'd chime in on this topic. I've tried several different ways of stepping the mast but this is what works best for me: first, attach your standing rigging (aft stay, shrouds and side stays) to their chain plates. Then slide the mast back until you can put the aft pin into the mast foot. I then use my jib sheets and attach the snapby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: Just a couple of thoughts regarding the headliner. As you know, my boat does not have one nor is there any evidence of there ever being one so I'm really not familiar with exactly what you are talking about. My ceiling is painted and it works for me. The white paint actually brightens the cabin, and since I would rather be in the cockpit on the water sailing, it is not a real concern for mby Dick - sailmfg
Lynn: Welcome to the forum. Although I've had my boat for over 5 years I can't say it is the original rudder. I had some issues with my rudder a few years ago and took it to a man who restores Lyman boats (wooden power boats). According to him, my rudder is made of Phillipine mahogany. His suggestions worked well and the rudder is still in operation. I'll be glad to take measurements of mine andby Dick - sailmfg
Paul, Christopher and Harvey: Although I haven't yet hauled the boat for the season, I did remove the sails in preparation for a Thursday pull-out. I had 2 excellent sails over the weekend. Saturday's winds were out of the northeast at 12-15. Sunday was a little more tame at 6-8. Temperatures on both bays were in the low 60's so it was rather brisk. With the sails off I was able to take some mby Dick - sailmfg
Paul, Christopher and Harvey: You guys have way too many questions! First of all, go to the SailMFG website, click on "brochures", click on "1979" and then click on the middle picture where you will find the MFG19 with all its specs. The Genoa is 115, the jib is 70 and the main is 85. Also, if you look at the parts list under the 19 logo you will see that part #861112 underby Dick - sailmfg
1977 MFG19 Trailer, 6 hp Mercury outboard, boat w/ main, jib, light air, and genoa, VHF marine radio, life vests, etc. Asking $4500 OBO. Contact Dick at henry2679@embarqmail.com.by Dick - classifieds
Harvey: Not knowing your windspeed and direction, I would say that your GPS was fairly accurate. You can expect more speed as you become more experienced and comfortable with your boat. Glad I could help with the sail issue. Who did you finally order from? It is 2:15 PM here in central Ohio. Temp is 87 and the wind is out of the NW at 7-10 MPH. I'm heading to the boat!!! Good sailing! Dickby Dick - sailmfg
Harvey: Welcome to the club! Regarding sails - I would try either The Sail Warehouse (www.thesailwarehouse.com) or Sail Care(www.sailcare.com). You can also try North Sails but I would surmise that they are rather pricy. In reference to your other questions: 1) you should be able to find the year of manufacture in the Hull Identification Number located on the transom; 2) the headliner issue haby Dick - sailmfg
To all MFG 19 Owners: I'm glad to see so many MFG19's back in the water or in the process of being restored. Believe me, it is well worth the time and effort. Many posters have asked about various amenities on the 19 (sinks, head liner,etc) and it seems that many previous owners have added and subtracted from the original stock boat. If you go back to the homepage and click on the logo you canby Dick - sailmfg
Tim: Sounds like you got a good bargain. How are the sails and the standing rigging? What else came with your boat (motor, trailer, etc)? The covers for the cabin compartments are just plywood covered with a naugahyde-like upholstery cover. My cushions are also in good shape. I also have a pull-out table in the cabin. Besides that I only have the steps into the cabin and a portable toilet that pby Dick - sailmfg
Tim: I rig my boat myself. I do need help in stepping the mast, which I solicit from other sailors at the lake, but all else I do myself. I attach all the standing rigging except the forestay before stepping the mast. I then attach a rope to the forestay and raise the mast with the rope while someone steadies the mast. We have an unofficial sailing association of about 14 boats. We all keep an eby Dick - sailmfg
Tim: I've sailed my MFG19 for 5 years. It is the first and only sailboat I've owned. It is really very easy to sail. Mine did not have a headliner. If you go to the MFG 19 logo you can see pictures of my boat along with another 19. Also, Paul has posted the rigging instructions on that site which are the originals. I sent Paul some pictures and other info a month or so ago. I haven't heard whethby Dick - sailmfg
Welcome Aboard! Where on Lake Erie did you find your boat? I live about 60 miles from Sandusky but I sail on a small inland lake in north central Ohio. If you check oy the MFG19 link you will find several pictures of the MFG19, some of which are mine. I can send you some other pictures as I've done for other owners. My boat did not have a headliner when I got it. I'm not sure if mine actually hadby Dick - sailmfg
I've sailed an MFG19 for about 5 years and thoroughly enjoy the way she handles. In response to the question regarding the HP required of the motor, I have a 6hp Mercurary 2 stroke which is more than adequate. The compartment (bilge) in the floor of the cabin will not really accomodate any extra weight. In reality any extra weight for balast should be attached to the outer edges of the keel. Iby Dick - sailmfg
Paul: Thanks to you and Bill for the rigging directions for the MFG 19. It is exactly as I had been doing, but it is a relief to know I've been rigging it correctly. Good luck in finding a 19. Mine is still not for sale. Having too much fun with her. Dickby Dick - sailmfg