Cal 2-27 Dura Mater
windvane needed
Dura Mater needs a windvane, but not a brand new one because that would throw off the shabby symmetry that is so much a part of her charm. In other words, I don't want to pay more for a new monitor than I paid for Dura Mater. There is a Narvik for sale in San Mateo but Brian Cline asks the very reasonable question: WHAT ABOUT SPARE PARTS? Readers, please advise.
Last edited by Philpott; 07-15-2013 at 07:15 PM.
Alerion 38 "Surprise!"
You can have parts made - I'm picking up some SS plates from Craig at Metal Magic tomorrow. No biggie.
Last edited by BobJ; 07-16-2013 at 09:29 AM.
Cal 2-27 Dura Mater
Where is that?
Alerion 38 "Surprise!"
Metal Magic (I wrote it backwards) is at 333 Kennedy Street in Oakland - next door to the Outboard Motor Shop and Star Marine (Electronics), by the Park Street Bridge.
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After 20 years on the Constellation my Navik's paddle folded on the Longpac 2 years ago. I understand that this is a relatively common failing. I was able to rebuild it (save the parts!) to a condition I'm confident is stronger than original. I've made several other minor repairs over the years, no big deal. If Navik can make parts so can lots of people. Good vane for smaller boats. But don't try to install or remove the paddle underway unless REALLY CALM and always lock the air vane (puts it in neutral so to speak) before tacking or jibing in 30 knots of wind.
Cal 2-27 Dura Mater
Thank you, all. I'm driving down to San Mateo to collect that Navik. The alternatives were just too expensive. Cover Craft, are you in the SF bay area? I would appreciate it if I could come by and see how your unit is mounted. This one is coming off an Oday 34, and Dura Mater is a Cal 2-27; the Oday has a slight slant to the stern, whereas my boat is vertical. Jackie
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