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The only other OB motor I thought was really neat other than a BS or my current
by GILASAILR＠aol.com 13 Mar '09

13 Mar '09

one! I had one of these for awhile - restored it - actually ran and used it as an auxillary when racing once or twice (not really correct or fair). The thing actually ran BUT after research it is said the motor wouldn't push a canoe! Lame prop, 1/2 HP, it actually wouldn't get out of its own way, kinda like a "clown car" outboard motor, sold it for a HUGE profit to a collector. Still have the decals and reprint owners manual. Check out the bore and stroke on this thing. 1940 Elto Cub Year & Model: 1940 Elto Cub 4264 Horsepower: 1/2 Cylinders: 1 Bore: 1.125" Stroke: 1" Ignition: Evinrude Magneto Cooling: Impeller Condition: Restored Retail price when new: $26.50 Weight: 8 lbs. Oil/Gas Mix: 1/2pt TCW-3 Point Gap:.020" Spark Plug: Champion J-8 Comments: My advice; don't go out against the wind or tide! **************Worried about job security? Check out the 5 safest jobs in a recession. (http://jobs.aol.com/gallery/growing-job-industries?ncid=emlcntuscare00000002)

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Re: M_Boats: British Seagulls
by GILASAILR＠aol.com 13 Mar '09

13 Mar '09

Try these folks for BS info - when I sold boats I used them - excellent service fair prices and very knowledgeable folk -NFIW their BS manual is SUPERB! They know what they are talking about! In a message dated 3/12/2009 2:08:51 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, chbenneck(a)sbcglobal.net writes: Hi Ron, The Seagull is total marine reliability. You can do a total overhaul of a Seagull engine in the cockpit of your boat with your on-board tools and all you need are a few Whitworth wrenches and 3/8th" Whitworth sockets to do the job. Remember it is a British made engine; so the nuts and bolts used in the engine are made to British Whitworth Standards, and your normal U.S. SAE sockets and wrenches either won't fit on a bolt head or nut because they are too tight, or the next larger size is too loose, and you will round off the corners of the nuts and bolts. Whitworth wrenches and sockets are available at any good automotive tool supplier. Mine were from Snap On Tools, and came to the Seagull via my MG, and two Austin-Healeys. MAC Tool Company probably has them too, and it is possible that even SEARS might have them. As I dimly recall, there is a button on the top of the carburetor float bowl that you have to push down until fuel comes out the top of the cover. This is the first step in the starting procedure, and insures that you have enough fuel in the float bowl to start the engine. Then you close the choke, wind the starter rope around the flywheel; advance the throttle a bit and, ...pull, ....and with some experience, it should start on the second or third pull. When I was in Singapore, all the bum boats that ferry crewmen to and from their anchored freighters were powered by Seagull engines. Since the Singapore harbor anchorage area was very large, these bum boats traveled lots of miles each day. The off-duty crewmen came to town and bought TVs, radios, refrigerators, washing machines, clothes, and whatever else they needed, then loaded it all back in the bum boats and were ferried out to their ship. Connie Ronnie Keeler wrote: > Bones, > > > > I just happen to know where there is a late model, 5hp, Silver Century Plus (with clutch) Seagull in good condition. It was Griselda's origonal auxillary motor and is sitting in the corner of my brother's garage. He has offered to give it to me if I just come and get it. Let me know if you are interested. > > > > Ron (whitebeard) > > M17 #14, Griselda > > Lake Livingston, Texas > > > > > > > > >> From: bownez(a)juno.com >> Date: Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:48:33 +0000 >> To: montgomery_boats(a)mailman.xmission.com >> Subject: Re: M_Boats: tenders >> >> Hi Joe, >> >> The smaller inflatable kayaks are shorter than my K-1 model, so I would imagine with less wetted surface they would paddle easier and be a tad more nimble. The other kayaks I have paddled are the hard shell fiberglass/plastic models which track far better than the inflatables. >> I do like my K-1 for the room it offers my long legs and ability to carry some gear, plus, I can deflate her and stuff it in the cockpit. I have towed her for short distances, but Bonita would prefer to frolic through the water without a leash on! >> On another note, I use a foot pump with the K-1, and I can pump her up in the M17 cockpit in 5 minutes. >> >> I'd love to own a Seagull outboard, they are classic. >> >> Bye from Bones >> >> ____________________________________________________________ >> Click here to find the perfect picture with our powerful photo search features. >> http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/fc/BLSrjpTEuJCNnwyijVQv4FvaUNfwv1i… >> >> _______________________________________________ >> http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats >> >> Remember, there is no privacy on the Internet! >> > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail® is up to 70% faster. Now good news travels really fast. > http://windowslive.com/online/hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_70faster_032009 > _______________________________________________ > http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats > > Remember, there is no privacy on the Internet! > > _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats Remember, there is no privacy on the Internet! **************Worried about job security? Check out the 5 safest jobs in a recession. (http://jobs.aol.com/gallery/growing-job-industries?ncid=emlcntuscare00000002)

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Re: M_Boats: Water Storage
by W David Scobie 12 Mar '09

12 Mar '09

FYI the search term to use is: plastic water can 'jerry can' returns no items. the area to look is Tactical Gear / Tactical what size are these things (ie, inches H / D / W)? i use a Coleman 5-gallon Water Carrier (Model No. 5620B718G). fits 100% perfect under the cockpit floor between the centerboard trunk and the 'bulkhead' (over the 'bildge). i found the 'jug' on sale two years ago at a local hardware store for $5. http://www.coleman.com/coleman/colemancom/detail.asp?product_id=5620B718G&c… dave scobie M15 #288 - SCRED visit Scred's www-site: http://www.freewebs.com/m15-named-scred --- On Thu, 3/12/09, Debora Everett <debeve(a)microsoft.com> wrote If you search for jerry can on the site, you'll find it under Tactical Gear -----Original Message----- not to sound stupid but ... where are these 'jerrycans' located on the linked site? i've searched and not seen them listed? where in the product listing below????? Art, Drafting & School Supplies Binders & Business Cases Calendars & Planners Cleaning & Breakroom Computers, Printers & Accessories Custom Products Desk Accessories Filing & Storage General Office Supplies Healthcare Supplies Mailroom & Shipping Office Furniture Office Machines & Electronics Paper & Pads Presentation & Audiovisual Warehouse Furnishings Writing Instruments Custom Stamps Custom Signs/Name Tags Clothing Tactical Gear Lodging Safety Industrial Products Luggage dave scobie M15 #288 - SCRED visit Scred's www-site: http://www.freewebs.com/m15-named-scred --- On Thu, 3/12/09, James Poulakis <picfo(a)comcast.net> wrote: For those of you that are tired of discovering your fresh water supply has leaked out of the container you bought at the camping supply store: LC industries is selling military-spec five-gallon plastic jerrycans direct for $15.84. These are the incredibly rugged water containers that our troops rely on while stationed in the sand countries. They come in high fashion hues of Olive Drab and Desert Sand (although there are rumors of Nato Blue). The same jerrycan made by Scepter sells for around $30. Shipping is free if you buy over $50 worth of stuff. But the best part is that LC industries goes out of their way to hire the blind. http://www.buylci.com/browse.php Jim Poulakis M-17 "Spirit"

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whitworth
by Fred 12 Mar '09

12 Mar '09

found this online in another fourm: ""Whitworth" refers to several schemes" "BSW"= British Standard Whitworth. This is a coarse thread equivalent to SAE, but not interchangable because BSW takes a 55 degree thread profile rather thatn the american 60 degree. Used mostly for steel into aluminum and low precison applications like case screws and through bolts. "BSF" =British Standard Fine This is fine thread like SAE fine. Used mostly for steel to steel precision and high strength parts like rod bolts. "BSP" = British Standard Pipe Just like american standard pipe this is a tapered thread, used on bikes mostly for fuel and oil fittings. NB. The size of a Whitworth wrench is the size of the nut or bolt head whch matches that bold or stud size. For instance, a 1/4" Whitworth wrench is NOT 1/4" across the jaws or the hex. Rather, it is the size of NUT that fits on a 1/4" BSW or BSF bolt. This is the same size as the hex head on that same bolt. Ditto for all of the other sizes: A 1/2" Whitworth wrench fits on the head of or on the nut that fits a 1/2" BSW or BSF bold. The same hex sizes are used for tapered fuel fittings where the conical fitting is hald together by a com- pression nut that thightens down on a BSP thread spigot."

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Re: M_Boats: tenders
by JDavies104＠aol.com 12 Mar '09

12 Mar '09

Knowing British conservatism, they may be Whitworths! The BS I used for almost ten years back in the 60s on a 24' Rainbow was so reliable I never had to find out. Rick M-17 Lynne L ************** A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1219671244x1201345076/aol?redir=htt… %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)

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Re: M_Boats: tenders
by GILASAILR＠aol.com 12 Mar '09

12 Mar '09

Guys, Another Seagull aficionado here - THE most reliable engine for a boat ever made! IMHO Make sure those tools are the proper Kings English wrenches or risk rounded fastener heads. Unfortunately mine are still AWOL. (may have a line on the big one though-fingers crossed) Messy -environmentally incorrect but freakin bombproof. And when they are cleaned up and the exhaust tube is polished, black and gold paint shining in the sunlight- it's like having an XK 120 hanging on your stern. "Torque Rules! tree stump pullin torque. GO In a message dated 3/12/2009 9:04:50 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, chbenneck(a)sbcglobal.net writes: Hi Bones, Back in my big boat days, I had a Dwyer 7'-9" dinghy with a 2 HP Seagull (which replaced an Evinrude where every part was totally inaccessible) and I loved it. Yes, it tends to be a bit oily, but the advantage of a Seagull is that all it's parts are out in the open and instantly accessible in case it doesn't want to run. Spark plugs are easy to remove and check for carbon deposits; you can check the transparent fuel line to make certain that the carburetor is getting fuel (and that you really do have the fuel tank shutoff valve in the OPEN position); or to clean the carburetor bowl if there is dirt in the fuel. Just remember to be careful when you pull the starting cord that you aren't hitting someone in the face with the cord as you pull - been there: done that.... I loved it too. It was a totally reliable engine; and totally fixable with on board tools. Connie Ronnie Keeler wrote: > Bones, > > > > I just happen to know where there is a late model, 5hp, Silver Century Plus (with clutch) Seagull in good condition. It was Griselda's origonal auxillary motor and is sitting in the corner of my brother's garage. He has offered to give it to me if I just come and get it. Let me know if you are interested. > > > > Ron (whitebeard) > > M17 #14, Griselda > > Lake Livingston, Texas > > > > > > > > >> From: bownez(a)juno.com >> Date: Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:48:33 +0000 >> To: montgomery_boats(a)mailman.xmission.com >> Subject: Re: M_Boats: tenders >> >> Hi Joe, >> >> The smaller inflatable kayaks are shorter than my K-1 model, so I would imagine with less wetted surface they would paddle easier and be a tad more nimble. The other kayaks I have paddled are the hard shell fiberglass/plastic models which track far better than the inflatables. >> I do like my K-1 for the room it offers my long legs and ability to carry some gear, plus, I can deflate her and stuff it in the cockpit. I have towed her for short distances, but Bonita would prefer to frolic through the water without a leash on! >> On another note, I use a foot pump with the K-1, and I can pump her up in the M17 cockpit in 5 minutes. >> >> I'd love to own a Seagull outboard, they are classic. >> >> Bye from Bones >> >> ____________________________________________________________ >> Click here to find the perfect picture with our powerful photo search features. >> http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/fc/BLSrjpTEuJCNnwyijVQv4FvaUNfwv1i… >> >> _______________________________________________ >> http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats >> >> Remember, there is no privacy on the Internet! >> > > _________________________________________________________________ > Hotmail® is up to 70% faster. Now good news travels really fast. > http://windowslive.com/online/hotmail?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_70faster_032009 > _______________________________________________ > http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats > > Remember, there is no privacy on the Internet! > > _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats Remember, there is no privacy on the Internet! **************Worried about job security? Check out the 5 safest jobs in a recession. (http://jobs.aol.com/gallery/growing-job-industries?ncid=emlcntuscare00000002)

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Re: M_Boats: knotmeter and depth sounder transducers
by bownez＠juno.com 12 Mar '09

12 Mar '09

David, Just a quick note, Navman instruments are now marketed in the US under the Northstar name. Same stuff. I am using the 3100 series depth and knotmeter. Wonderful gear, they work fabulous and easy to read. Think spring! -4 in Mn this morning.... Bones ____________________________________________________________ New to Digital Photography? Click Here. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/fc/BLSrjpTDvmPnujTMfBkmfV7lv0qqNu0…

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Sojornen is sold
by Steve and Diana Parsons 11 Mar '09

11 Mar '09

Folks, I think I am going to cry. My baby is going to a new home in Salem, Oregon. I am sure the new owner will introduce himself soon. To Keith, a huge thank you for your dedication to our Montgomery boats, and for making this forum available to all of us. I have treasured the sense of fellowship that this little group has fostered over the years. People like Joe Kidd (who is no longer with us) and so many others have provided so much information about these lovely and capable boats. I am not sure if I will drop out, or just lurk and listen. I am going to miss Sojornen! Regardless, thanks and best wishes to all. Steve

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Electrical connector
by Andrei Caldararu 11 Mar '09

11 Mar '09

Dear M-sailors, I need your help with the following issue. The only outside light my 1982 M-17 has is a tri-colored sailboat light at the top of the mast, which is supposed to be hooked-upto the electrical system via two wires that run through the mast to a connector mounted on the cabin top. The female connector (the one on the cabin top) is still there; it appears to be made of stainless steel, with a stainless steel screw-on cover, and the male connector seems to be also screwing into it. Unfortunately the male connector (attached to the wires coming out of the mast) was lost by the previous owner. Does anyone know where I could get a replacement for this male connector? Who makes them, etc.? This appears to be original on the boat. If this does not work, I need to replace both the male and female plugs. Does anyone have any recommendation for how to remove the existing female plug? It appears to be very solidly glued inside its hole on the cabin top. Recommended replacement plugs? Thanks in advance, Andrei.

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Re: M_Boats: Howard's Nesting Dinghy
by GILASAILR＠aol.com 11 Mar '09

11 Mar '09

Howard - You did a beautiful job! AND it is a nesting dinghy! WOW! Look forward to seeing more pictures! It is a beautiful boat. To anyone who is considering building a boat - just forget about the money thing - it is completely counter-cost - effective to build one boat. If you can find a friend to build the same model at the same time or near, money can be saved buy buying in 'bulk' and learning from the first build's experience. GO (Thank You Kerry S. -I was the recipient of his strongback,wood, skill, experience and general knowledge of woodworking! I appreciate it every time I use the boat.) In a message dated 3/11/2009 5:23:50 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, haudsley(a)tranquility.net writes: Buying one would be easier, and if used.....much less expensive.....but sometimes you have to buck those obvious solutions. For you Rider fans, "It's the cowboy way"! Not counting the time it takes to shop for wood, or the time spent sitting in a chair staring at it (watching epoxy set......similar to watching paint dry!) I think a guy could finish one of these out in about 30 days actual work time. It's stitch and glue plywood and you can turn several sheets of 1/4" plywood into a shape that resembles a boat in about 3 days. It takes a few tools, but not that many. Main ones are a good jig saw and good random orbital sander (and a small truckload of sandpaper). The sail rigging (daggerboard, rudder, mast, boom, etc) take as much time to make as the boat does and run the cost up. You could build the rowing tender first and add the sailing gear later. The rig for this design has been optimized for racing, so the rig is a bit complicated (vangs, downhauls, outhauls, travelers, etc). For a sailing tender, something simple like a balanced lug rig might be a better option. I have more pictures. Sometime over the weekend I will try to post them on the montgomeryowners photo site. Howard On Mar 10, 2009, at 9:05 PM, Steve R. wrote: > Beautiful dinghy Howard. She even impressed my wife. > > We each have a question. > > How long did it take to build? > > Wouldn't it have been easier to buy a dinghy? > > Guess which one is mine? :) > > steve > > Steve R. > M-15 #119 > Lexington, KY > > http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n165/haudsley/Picture260.jpg > > _______________________________________________ > http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats > > Remember, there is no privacy on the Internet! > _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats Remember, there is no privacy on the Internet! **************Worried about job security? Check out the 5 safest jobs in a recession. (http://jobs.aol.com/gallery/growing-job-industries?ncid=emlcntuscare00000002)

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