April 2006 - montgomery_boats - mailman.xmission.com

Thanks
by Bill Lamica 21 Apr '06

21 Apr '06

I made a special thank you page (below) on the Photo Site and from that page, near the bottom is a link to some of the "Quotes" received from the contributors. That's where I put the quote from Steve Shenkel about the Barque and the Byte (to funny). Anyway, I just want to say I'm humbled by the response. I know we all do what we can, but some do quite allot and it's appreciated and heartfelt to know the site really is appreciated. So, thanks so much folks! So far we've got ten donations with Email promises of a few more and that doesn't include folks who will donate on the spot, when they visit. On top of that, my friends at Pro-Cure (fishing stuff) have donated the cost of six months of high speed Internet. So, life is getting better at the Photo Site. http://www.msogphotosite.com/donation.html Bill

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Replacing M15 windows
by David W. Wood 20 Apr '06

20 Apr '06

OK, so I had the bright idea of replacing the pitted and scratched windows on my '81 M15, and managed to get the port side window off without causing much damage to the boat or myself. But whatever caulking was used to seal the plexiglas (or whatever) into the hole is really wicked stuff. I've scraped at it with a putty knife and removed some of it, but I'm afraid I'm going to chew up the fiberglass if I continue along that path. The caulking is still fairly soft, but it sure doesn't want to come off easily. Does anyone know what was used to seal in the windows back then, and what I might use to remove the caulking other than carefully applied elbow grease? David =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= David W. Wood -=- dwood(a)dwoodworks.com 1981 M15 -=- Hull #163

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Monty Caps are in.
by Nebwest2＠aol.com 20 Apr '06

20 Apr '06

OK you guys. If you were waiting to see a Monty Cap before deciding if you want to get one...now you can! Check them out at www.havasumontgomerys.funtigo.com I ordered 25 of them to see if you guys like them or not. I can always go back and get more if I need to. Individual boat names can be added to the hats if you so desire. Details are on the site. Remember, email your orders or questions in to me direct at nebwest2(a)aol.com rather than posting them on this site, so as not to tie it up. Rember to include your shipping address so that I can figure out shipping and get you a total. Still struggling with the production of the T-shirts, but it is gonna happen. Just some hurdles to jump first. Thanks, Sean

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Replacing M15 windows
by Nebwest2＠aol.com 20 Apr '06

20 Apr '06

Hey David! The product that removes 5200 is sold at West Marine (as well as many other places I'm sure). Its called Anti-bond (part numer 1174804 and sells for around 11.99) I've used it (on polyurethane) and it worked pretty good. It is says it cleans and debonds polurethane and "other" adhesives. One thing to note is that polyurethane sealer-adhesives are generally not compatible with ABS or lexan so I would bet that you aren't dealing with a polyurethane, but the antibond may still be able to remove whatever it is. I agree, if you try it, a test patch would be a good idea! Probably just said a bunch of stuff you already knew. Just like to hear myself talk I guess. :-)

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RE: M_Boats: Updates on Havasu Montgomerys
by Hughston, Larry 20 Apr '06

20 Apr '06

.....and the hero award goes to...... Your "lead ingot" idea is the slickest solution to a problem I have seen in a long time. Fair Winds. ---L. M-15 hull #189 -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces+larry.hughston=dgs.ca.gov(a)mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces+larry.hughston=dgs.ca.gov@mailman.xmiss ion.com] On Behalf Of Nebwest2(a)aol.com Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2006 10:37 PM To: montgomery_boats(a)mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Updates on Havasu Montgomerys Updates on www.havasumontgomerys.funtigo.com Dauntless has all her ballast back, and then some! Glassing up the windows and we're moving on! Hey Rick! I need some picks from Raven's launching party to keep me motivated. How'd it go???? _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats

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Replacing M15 windows
by David W. Wood 20 Apr '06

20 Apr '06

> The windows themselves were pitted and scratched? Are they being > replaced? Yes, they're pitted and scratched, and the port window also has a nasty splotch where I accidentally dripped varnish stripper on it last winter. So they're both being replaced. I hope to find someone locally who can cut them to size and bevel the edges for me. Then I'll drill and countersink the screw holes myself. But thanks for the info about Boatlife remover. I'll give it a shot. Though I might just do a test patch with Gary's suggested acetone first. It's something I should have around here somewhere... And where are my %$@*&%$ reading glasses?!! David =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= David W. Wood -=- dwood(a)dwoodworks.com 1981 M15 -=- Hull #163

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The Photo Site Lives...
by Bill Lamica 19 Apr '06

19 Apr '06

Owners Groups are by definition - an ever changing group of individuals with a "common interest". Many of you will recall back almost two years ago when I came very close to ordering a new M15. Then, at the last minute I found one of the nicest M-17's in existance made her mine, then created the Photo Site, sold my M17 and remade myself into a monetary slave to the Photo Site without the "common interest". What a dummy I've been! After a couple of weeks of frustration, I've determined there are only two things I need, to not only continue the Photo Site, but to make it flourish as it has in the past... So, rather than take up space on this list, please visit the "What's New" page and click on the link to the hidden page called: The MSOG Photo Site Lives. http://www.msogphotosite.com/WhasNew.html Thanks, Bill

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Updates on Havasu Montgomerys
by Nebwest2＠aol.com 18 Apr '06

18 Apr '06

Updates on www.havasumontgomerys.funtigo.com Dauntless has all her ballast back, and then some! Glassing up the windows and we're moving on! Hey Rick! I need some picks from Raven's launching party to keep me motivated. How'd it go????

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Re: M_Boats: Byte vs. Barque
by BILLAMICASR＠aol.com 18 Apr '06

18 Apr '06

In a message dated 4/17/2006 10:08:29 PM Pacific Standard Time, slsail(a)cox.net writes: Being your new M15 is two masts short of a full barque, it would be hard to argue that your bark is worse than your byte (photosite). And, I'm likely to quote you... What a great statement. Bill

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Byte vs. Barque
by Steve Shenkel 17 Apr '06

17 Apr '06

Bill, Being your new M15 is two masts short of a full barque, it would be hard to argue that your bark is worse than your byte (photosite). As with all of us, I greatly appreciate your hard work for a passion we all pursue. Glad you have solicited financial help. IMHO, you are owed huge amounts of back pay. I will gladly donate to the cause. Steve Shenkel <>< _/) M17 # 263 Glendale, AZ

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