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    small boat jib furling systems

    This 1978,15' Macgregor/venture catamaran of mine is ready to sail( finally ).Except for one thing.I just found out this cat comes standard with a jib furling system.The furling parts were'nt with the boat when I recieved it.Can anyone recommend a furling system for a small boat with a jib sail...
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    FREE BOAT and DOCK FENDERS

    Go to any tugboat dock and you will see a hill of used,ugly,parted dacron line.You will see line of sizes from 3" to 10" diameter.Lengths range from 25' to 125'. Just peel away the exterior and you'll find creamy white,soft,new dacron.Any knot book should show you how to splice any size or shape...
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    Restoring the shine to fiberglass

    I'm sure this topic has been touched on before.But I'm wondering if I have an extreme case or not. This 15' Venture catamaran hasn't been in the water for 15 years.She cleaned up easy enough,but the finish is dull.Someone mentioned first wipe her down with MEK or acetone ? Should I use rubbing...
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    Advice for rigging a 15' Catamaran

    Now I know how "Skipper" felt on "Gilligan's Island."<br /><br />I was given a 1978 MacGregor/Venture 15' Catamaran. This Cat has not been in the water for 15 years. <br /><br />The hull and mast are in perfect shape. I have most of the hardware. Also the sails are new but what is missing is the...
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    Advice for rigging a 15' Catamaran

    Now I know how "Skipper" felt on "Gilligan's Island."<br /><br />I was given a 1978 MacGregor/Venture 15' Catamaran. This Cat has not been in the water for 15 years. <br /><br />The hull and mast are in perfect shape. I have most of the hardware. Also the sails are new but what is missing is...
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