October 2023 - montgomery_boats - mailman.xmission.com

fin keel repair
by Rimantas Aukstuolis 13 Apr '24

13 Apr '24

I own a 1983 Montgomery 15. Last summer was my first time using the boat due to the pandemic and some other health issues but I did manage to launch and keep at a dock on Lake Pymatuning (OH/PA border) from August to September. Apparently the boat was always dry sailed, and never had anti fouling paint applied as the bottom was clean when I bought it almost three years ago. When I hauled it out (dumb me) there was algae on the bottom. I was able to get it pretty clean using a marine algae cleaner and powerwasher but I'll give it another hit in the spring. As I was powerwashing, I seem to have removed a 3" section of fiberglass from the fin keel, forward on the port side. Looks like exposed metal. Is this lead or steel? Can't see well in there. How should it be fixed/patched? I really don't want to apply anti-fouling paint and will dry sail after I modify the trailer with keel guides and slicker beds to make launch and recovery easier. Any suggestions on repair and trailer mods are appreciated. Thanks Rimantas "Ray" Aukstuolis

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Cockpit organizers?
by Charlie Fortner 20 Oct '23

20 Oct '23

How do you keep stuff from sliding around the cockpit while you're sailing? Stuff like the VHF, binoculars, your beverage, GPS, sunscreen, etc. I don't think I want to put something permanent on the cabin since that's a nice place to rest your back when lounging in the cockpit. Maybe something along the vertical space between the sole and the seat? I've seen those mesh bag organizers and it seems like a good idea, but I hope there are some Monty-specific solutions. Charlie PS Great sail yesterday on Lake Lanier north of Atlanta. Cool, consistent winds, warm sunshine, and a dearth of powerboats!

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Dinghy for m 15
by Jon Barber 19 Oct '23

19 Oct '23

I found the easiest way to get from shore to my boat was to swim. I have flippers and a short wetsuit. I wear a life jacket and use a 16x24 "bus tub" (meant for clearing tables at restaurants) to float any gear, lunch etc. that I'm taking to the boat. I have a change of clothes aboard. I know this is not a solution for many of my fellow sailors. It works for me. Also, I've tried the dinghy dance, going from boat to dinghy. It can be challenging and possibly dangerous. Jon Barber Monty 17 Ol'44 My 2 cents

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Inflatable dingy for M15
by Jim Sadler 19 Oct '23

19 Oct '23

What are you skippiers using to get to shore when anchoring? Looking for inflatable Thanks Capt Jim SV Pelican Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef>

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Rudder shock cord diameter?
by Charlie Fortner 12 Oct '23

12 Oct '23

My 1988 M-15 rudder won't stay up reliably any more because the shock cord is worn out. What diameter shock cord should I order to replace it with? I'd measure it myself, but the boat is an hour's drive away. Thanks, Charlie -- Charlie Fortner Atlanta, Georgia, USA M-15 #411

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