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> If you get a new P-19, there are a few options that I consider a necessity
> for
> ocean sailing. The optional backstay is one of them (the factory doesn't
> include one in their base model)
If you are considering a used P-19 and want a backstay, Jerry Barrilleaux, a
skilled machinist and Commodore of the Potter's Yachters, made up a bunch of
kits for adding a backstay to a P-19. He has a few left.
You can see it on my webpage at
<A HREF="http://members.aol.com/jblumhorst/HomePage/index.htm">Judy
Blumhorst's Home Page</A>
For more information, however, please contact Jerry directly at
Magico1@aol.com
Judy B.