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scotts1w

Rank: Lubber

Registered: May 26, 2011

Last visit: Dec 16, 2014

Posts: 81
Posted: Oct 16, 2012 - 08:35 PM

It hasn't been sailed for 4 years. About 6 years ago seller had the hulls refinished and they look almost new; no cracks, soft spots, I hope no leaks. The attachment points at the forward beam look very solid compared to some of the attachments points I've seen. A quick wash and wax and they are ready. Mostly Harken blocks that feel nice and smooth. It has a roller furling jib.
Needs stays and diamond wires replaced, they may be 15+ years old, sounds like a safety issue to me. Most lines need replaced too.
What happens to the main and jib sheets if I throw them in the washing machine?
I'm going to try sailing it for a year and decide whether to replace the main sail. I hope I can get 2 years out of the tramp, it just looks old.
The two forward foot straps on my Mistral sailboard will be sacrificed and mounted for the skipper.
Thanks again to Wolfman and the rest that have been answering newbie questions and helping us with direction.
Scott in Ohio

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Mooched Beachcats in the past
Time to try ownership with Nacra 5.7
Port Clinton, Lake Erie Islands, Ohio
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nacra55

Rank: Mate

Registered: Nov 02, 2004

Last visit: Aug 07, 2023

Posts: 626
Posted: Oct 16, 2012 - 09:24 PM

scotts1w
What happens to the main and jib sheets if I throw them in the washing machine?

Momma gets a new machine if you don't put them in a mesh bag.

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Ron
Nacra F18
Reservoir Sailing Assn.
Brandon, Mississippi
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yurdle

Rank: Mate

Registered: Aug 22, 2007

Last visit: Jan 07, 2015

Posts: 742
Posted: Oct 16, 2012 - 09:52 PM

Hah, I'm going to assume I've gotten lucky so far then. And I'm never going to mention it again..

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Rob
OKC
Pile of Nacra parts..
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Edchris177

Rank: Chief

Registered: Nov 26, 2009

Last visit: Aug 10, 2024

Posts: 2531
Posted: Oct 17, 2012 - 06:39 AM

QuoteWhat happens to the main and jib sheets if I throw them in the washing machine?

If you put them in a front load machine you are OK. A top load can be trouble, big trouble. They get wound around the agitator, sometimes to the point of breaking it.
Obviously remove all hardware from lines before washing. Soak them in a bucket of soapy water for a day before washing.
I bought an '84 N5.7 that had the lines left under a deck for several years. They were dirty & mildewed, especially the righting line. They came out looking nearly new after a soak & wash.
You will love that boat, great singlehander, also carries 4 adults. If I have wind I can clock 20mph,GPS,(short spurts of 21.x) either solo or 2 up, & that is with original sails. The fastest it ever did was 3 up, 2 on the wire, myself sitting on hull braced against the traveler casting. Having the furler on the jib is a Godsend when solo.
Make sure every rivet on the mast is sealed. You will probably need a righting bag for solo sailing. I can solo right, but only if the wind is 17 or better.
If you solo a lot, consider the really long hiking stik,(FX-4 I believe). The 8' stik won't let you stand near the front beam, you need to get the lee bow down into the water to point well.
If you go out in to much wind, just furl the jib. It will still tack, or back down very easily.

Edited by Edchris177 on Oct 17, 2012 - 06:47 AM.

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Hobie 18 Magnum
Dart 15
Mystere 6.0XL Sold Was a handful solo
Nacra 5.7
Nacra 5.0
Bombardier Invitation (Now officially DEAD)
Various other Dock cluttering WaterCrap
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Wolfman

Rank: Chief

Registered: Jun 24, 2009

Last visit: Jun 15, 2023

Posts: 1555
Posted: Oct 17, 2012 - 06:42 PM

Put the sheets in a pillow case and double tie it, then put em in the washing machine. Old horsemans trick (not that I'm an old horseman).

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Dave Bonin
1981 Nacra 5.2 "Lucile"
1986 Nacra 5.7 "Belle"
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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