I did have my turnbuckles covered with PVC. The cotter ring had somehow extricated itself while underneath the pipe.
Kellan
> Why don't you just buy a 10' piece of 1" sch 40 pvc ( $1.89) and cut four
> pieces 14" long, one for each shroud. If you don't wanna disconnect you can
> cut a small groove on side of pvc and push in against wire, slide down over
> turnbuckle then tape groove with any tape. When you need to check tbuckles
> or clips all you need do is lift pvc. No messy tape to remove from wire of
> turnbuckles...
>
> Solar Fry
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: Close call (was RE: Shrouds)-Covering those nasty turnbuckles
> andclips
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 16:36:26 EDT
> From: JBlumhorst@aol.com
> To: wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> In a message dated 5/26/99 1:16:54 PM Pacific Daylight Time, SolarFry@aol.com
> writes:
>
> > Why don't you just buy a 10' piece of 1" sch 40 pvc ( $1.89) and cut four
> > pieces 14" long, one for each shroud. If you don't wanna disconnect you
> can
> >
> > cut a small groove on side of pvc and push in against wire, slide down
> over
> > turnbuckle then tape groove with any tape. When you need to check
> tbuckles
> > or clips all you need do is lift pvc. No messy tape to remove from wire of
> > turnbuckles...
> >
> > Solar Fry
> >
> Hi webgang,
>
> I aggree with SolarFry's comment (or you can buy them ready made for $2-3
> each) and I'd guess you eliminate the need for tape on the turnbuckles.
>
> but, for safety's sake, please don't forget to tape the circular wire rings
> at the top of the shrouds. Also the rings forestays, top and bottom.
>
> And as Kellan's story so graphically illustrated, it can save your butt (and
> your money) to inspect them quickly every time before you go for a sail.
>
> Best,
> Judy B.
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Transducer Installation
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 13:48:08 -0700
> From: "Dennis W. Farrell" <dfarrell@ridgecrest.ca.us>
> To: "MontgomeryList" <montgomery_boats@lists.xmission.com>,
> "WWPotterList" <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
>
> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> There has been a continuing low level of discussion on "where to install the
> depth-sounder transducer".
> One recommended way has been to install it in a liquid-filled well
> glued/cemented/epoxied inside the hull. Several comments have observed the
> need for moving the transducer around to find the best location. Other
> comments have stressed not operating the transducer in free air - it must be
> loaded (impedance matched). I found the note below on a Mac 26 site and
> thought it might be of interest. This person apparently bedded his
> transducer directly into plumber's putty against the hull. One might also
> bed a piece of PVC pipe and fill it with water as an easily-moved trial
> location.
>
> Offered without recommendation, FWIW
>
> >From http://www.homeandhobbies.com/macmod.htm
> "Installing a depthfinder, I used a regular fish finder and mounted the
> display just inside the companion way on an L bracket, This also swings out
> of the way. I mounted the sender in the cooler compartment about 4 inches
> out from the centerboard, it shoots thru the hull, at first I stuck it there
> with plumbers putty and it worked OK. I do plan to glass it down later. I
> think my total cost was about $90.00"
>
> -- dwf
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: P 19 and 5hp Nissan 4 stroke transport
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 14:52:17 -0700
> From: eezilbert@ucdavis.edu (Eric Zilbert)
> To: wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> Curt Westlake and other Potterers:
>
> I took my 1990 in to my local boat store and asked the guys what they
> thought of my motor mount and its ability to handle 60 lbs of motor on the
> highway. They were no help except to say it was an expensive motor to
> have fall off on the road, and the transom mount did'nt look that strong.
> Looking on the inside the backing is minimal, only a few large washers. I
> decided that the piece of mind one gets by having the motor safely stowed
> outweighs the problem of lifting it on and off the mount.
>
> I solved the problem by lashing a 7' 2x4 bunk board covered with carpet to
> the rear uprights of the cockpit rails. I mount the Nissan 5hp, 4stroke on
> the board with the prop facing the bow. The bottom of the motor rests on
> a cushion of rags in a cardboard box on the cockpit floor. When we set
> up I get into the cockpit an swing the motor out onto the mount, then
> unlash the board and put it in the car. This setup allows me to keep the
> fuel tank in the cockpit for transport as well. The box turns out to be a
> convenient place to keep the sail ties and misc. other stuff that comes off
> the boat during setup.
>
> BTW Jerry B. has a cool motor mount on the front of his trailer for his
> motor, my trailer doesnt have space for this, I would have to lengthen the
> tongue. There was a discussion about this last winter and as I recall the
> consensus was that the factory motor mount was probably not up to the task.
> Someone said they had used aluminum plates inside and out to stabilize the
> mounting. All in all I like the way I do it. Also, when I go into a
> restaurant I know it will be damn hard for someone to take that motor, at
> least without a ladder. I could lock it to the rails but haven't yet.
>
> One downside is when I come home I have to swing it out on to the mount to
> flush it. Oh well, nothing is perfect! If I know I won't be sailing for
> awile or know we are all going away, I store the engine in the garage.
> Hope this gives you some food for thought.
>
> Eric Zilbert
> Davis "not by the sea" California
> P19 #621 "Riptide"
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: NC Potter Trip?
> Date: 26 May 1999 16:37:53 -0700
> From: "J.J.Falkanger" <gatorjj@mindspring.com>
> To: wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> Let's try one! Looking at a June 5-6 overnighter, weather permitting.
>
> It has been suggested that a Washington to Bath trip might be a good first one (not sure the experience of the folks that might want to join in, but this one should work out well for all skills, weather permitting!).
>
> I have never been to Bath, but it looks like a fine destination from the Cruising Guide. I think it's 6 or 8 miles from Washington, another fine place to sail around. We also have the option of tying up at a marina, or anchoring out for the night (or if you want, sail out, and sail back the same day). FYI Washington is off US264 and US17 where the Tar River turns into the Pamlico. I suggest launching out of Wichard's Marina (although is McCotter's a better place Carl Huber???). We'll find some directions if anybody's up for this trip.
>
> I would expect to hook up with some folks and launch around 10 am or so, sail out to our destination, tie up at the town dock, find some place to eat, be tourists, eat some more, find an anchorage, and hang out. Your plan may vary!
>
> Please let me know if you're interested, and we'll make some effort at coordination for the ride over.
>
> Take Care,
>
> J.J. Falkanger
> Cary, NC
> P-19# 792 "Fozzguppy"
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> Subject: Re: NC Potter Trip?
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 07:59:37 -0400
> From: "Larry Longerbeam" <82438@email.msn.com>
> To: <wwpotter@tscnet.com>, "J.J.Falkanger" <gatorjj@mindspring.com>
>
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> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: J.J.Falkanger <gatorjj@mindspring.com>
> To: wwpotter@tscnet.com <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
> Date: Wednesday, May 26, 1999 7:41 PM
> Subject: NC Potter Trip?
>
> >- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
> > West Wight Potter Website at URL
> > http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> >Let's try one! Looking at a June 5-6 overnighter, weather permitting.
> >
> >It has been suggested that a Washington to Bath trip might be a good first
> one (not sure the experience of the folks that might want to join in, but
> this one should work out well for all skills, weather permitting!).
> >
> >I have never been to Bath, but it looks like a fine destination from the
> Cruising Guide. I think it's 6 or 8 miles from Washington, another fine
> place to sail around. We also have the option of tying up at a marina, or
> anchoring out for the night (or if you want, sail out, and sail back the
> same day). FYI Washington is off US264 and US17 where the Tar River turns
> into the Pamlico. I suggest launching out of Wichard's Marina (although is
> McCotter's a better place Carl Huber???). We'll find some directions if
> anybody's up for this trip.
> >
> >I would expect to hook up with some folks and launch around 10 am or so,
> sail out to our destination, tie up at the town dock, find some place to
> eat, be tourists, eat some more, find an anchorage, and hang out. Your plan
> may vary!
> >
> >Please let me know if you're interested, and we'll make some effort at
> coordination for the ride over.
> >
> >Take Care,
> >
> >
> >J.J. Falkanger
> >Cary, NC
> >P-19# 792 "Fozzguppy"
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>
> J.J. Are you sure about the distance between Washington and Bath? On a
> highway map it looks like about an eighteen mile trip by water.
>
> Larry Longerbeam
> P 15 ARIEL #2208
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: NC Potter Trip?
> Date: 26 May 1999 17:55:25 -0700
> From: "J.J.Falkanger" <gatorjj@mindspring.com>
> To: 82438@msn.com
> CC: wwpotter@tscnet.com, gatorjj@mindspring.com
>
> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> On Wed, 26 May 1999, "Larry Longerbeam" wrote:
>
> >
> > J.J. Are you sure about the distance between Washington and Bath? On a
> > highway map it looks like about an eighteen mile trip by water.
>
> Larry et. al,
>
> I shouldn't do this stuff from memory! It looks like around a 11-12 mile trip, looking at the map in the Cruising Guide.
>
> J.J. Falkanger
> Cary, NC
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>
> Subject: First Sail w/New Slugs
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 18:27:08 -0700 (PDT)
> From: Paul Anstett <panstett2@yahoo.com>
> To: Potter Mail List WWP <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
>
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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>
> First sail of the season with my son this evening...two hours on the
> water, winds were 12 mph, and we were moving up to 6 knots. The sky
> was clear and the sail was great.
>
> My newly installed slugs worked pretty good (easy up and down), but the
> top slug prevented the head from reaching the top of the mast by 3-4
> inches. Of course this meant the boom was 3-4 inches lower than usual,
> and I didn't like that. What have those of you who put slugs on your
> sail done to remedy that?
>
> Paul Anstett
> P19 #1022
> SarahSpunda
> Fargo
> _________________________________________________________
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> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: First Sail w/New Slugs
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 21:34:04 -0400
> From: Ted Duke <tedduke@usa.net>
> To: Potter Mail List WWP <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
>
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> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> Paul,
>
> I had the same problem. I had put the top slug too high. I
> lowered it below the stiffener. Have only used it once
> since, but it seemed to solve the problem. Mine were screw
> on, so wasn't a problem.
>
> Ted Duke
> WWPs19 #626
> Virginia
>
> Paul Anstett wrote:
> >
> > - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
> > West Wight Potter Website at URL
> > http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> >
> > First sail of the season with my son this evening...two hours on the
> > water, winds were 12 mph, and we were moving up to 6 knots. The sky
> > was clear and the sail was great.
> >
> > My newly installed slugs worked pretty good (easy up and down), but the
> > top slug prevented the head from reaching the top of the mast by 3-4
> > inches. Of course this meant the boom was 3-4 inches lower than usual,
> > and I didn't like that. What have those of you who put slugs on your
> > sail done to remedy that?
> >
> > Paul Anstett
> > P19 #1022
> > SarahSpunda
> > Fargo
> > _________________________________________________________
> > Do You Yahoo!?
> > Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: Slugs and Sailing, what about a feeder?
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 19:15:22 -0700
> From: "Lee Page" <megjac@prodigy.net>
> To: <RSKARAM@aol.com>, <RAeschlima@aol.com>, <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
>
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> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> I disagree. I don't use sail slugs, although I may add them this summer. I
> do use a sail feeder which works very well for me, and I do all the things
> Richard describes. I mount the sail before launching, starting the head of
> the mainsl' through the feeder and into the slot and securing the furled
> sail with a long bungee on the boom. When I am ready to raise sail, after I
> snap the bungee off its hooks (2), "all I need to do is pull on the old
> halyard. I can do everything from the cockpit." As long as the head of the
> mainsl' is kept in place through the feeder and in the slot, raising the
> sail functions form me pretty much like it does with slugs.
>
> The advantage I see with slugs, and the reason I will probably add them to
> my rig, is the ease of dropping the sail (or lowering it for reefing), and
> the convenience of having a secure gathered luff when furling the lowered
> sail.
>
> ----------
> > From: RSKARAM@aol.com
> > To: RAeschlima@aol.com; wwpotter@tscnet.com
> > Subject: Re: Slugs and Sailing, what about a feeder?
> > Date: Wednesday, May 26, 1999 11:02 AM
> >
> > - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
> > West Wight Potter Website at URL
> > http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> > Dear Web Gang
> >
> > I sail solo and I find being able to insert the sail slugs in the mast
> while
> > the boat is on the trailer much more comfortable than trying to insert a
> luff
> > rope (with or without assistance) while on the water. After I launch the
> > boat, all that is required is for me to sit in the cockpit and pull on
> the
> > halyards.
> >
> > I can motor out on the lake without the sails down and when I'm ready to
> sail
> > all that is required is for me to pull on the halyards to raise the sail.
>
> >
> > When I want to lower the sails and motor back to the dock, all that is
> > required is to release the halyards, pull on the down haul and start my
> > motor. If I change my mind and want to sail, all I need to do is pull on
> the
> > old halyard. I can do everything from the cockpit.
> >
> > None of the above can be accomplished without sail slugs.
> >
> > Richard S. Karam
> > P-15 #2098 Oops
> > Oklahoma City
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: First Sail w/New Slugs
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 22:38:39 EDT
> From: JBlumhorst@aol.com
> To: wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> In a message dated 5/26/99 6:24:23 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
> panstett2@yahoo.com writes:
>
> > My newly installed slugs worked pretty good (easy up and down), but the
> > top slug prevented the head from reaching the top of the mast by 3-4
> > inches. Of course this meant the boom was 3-4 inches lower than usual,
> > and I didn't like that. What have those of you who put slugs on your
> > sail done to remedy that?
> >
> > Paul Anstett
> > P19 #1022
> > SarahSpunda
>
> Hi Paul,
>
> On a 1997 P19 factory mainsail, the top slug is 5.5 inches from the top of
> the sail. It's 1.5 inches below the bottom of the headboard.
>
> On my custom-made P19 mainsail for my 1985 heavier mast, it's 2.5 inches from
> the top. Both work well like that.
>
> By the way, did you move the tack cringle (the grommet that the pin on the
> gooseneck fits through) forward?
>
> Best,
> Judy
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: Her Story
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 23:07:36 EDT
> From: ShaneNLa@aol.com
> To: mulford@bellatlantic.net, ecpa@onelist.com, wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
> - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> Dear Lars,
> As pet lovers, our family shares with you your loss. One of our cats, Haagen,
> had to be put down last year. You did the humane thing.
>
> An interesting fact about the feline species is that; In the presence of
> their owners, they will often purr when they are injured or in pain. They do
> this because they don't want us to be worried.
>
> With you in your loss,
>
> Shane Jackson
> P19
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: It pays to Read and Heed
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 23:38:45 EDT
> From: Enfield4@aol.com
> To: wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
> I picked up my "new to me P-15" from storage at my fathers in Ohio and as I
> was preparing it for the 400 mile trip to Chicago, I noticed a very nice
> piece of braided nylon line in his garage. Remembering reading on this list
> not to trust the winch to hold the boat on the trailer, I decided to do the
> smart thing and beg the line from him and tie the boat forward and down. The
> trip to the Chicago took eight hours and I noticed no violent bumps or other
> problems on the trip. When I took the halve inch line off of the trailer I
> noticed that the sharp metal of the trailer had dented and deeply marked the
> line indicating it was under strain against the metal immediately under the
> winch. On launching the boat the cause of these strain marks became evident.
> The paw that is designed to click into place and prevent the winch from
> releasing rope when pulled, functioned only as a noise maker. I am not sure
> who posted the suggestion not to trust the winch, but thank you.
>
> I read the recommendation to tape the pin retaining rings to prevent lines
> and sails from pulling them out. Great idea, but if you do not tape them,
> ensure that the pin is inserted so that the ring is on the side of the object
> that has the least amount of running gear (lines, sails near it). On my boat
> the rings are on the inside of the side stays.
>
> Michael D. Campbell
> P-15 #1683 "CAMPBELL's SLOOP"
> Elmhurst, IL
> Lake Michigan
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: Trailering question
> Date: Thu, 27 May 1999 00:05:11 EDT
> From: Magico1@aol.com
> To: cwestlake@k-w-b.com, wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
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> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> I don't advise anyone to trailer their Potter with the motor on the
> bracket. The problem with the Nissan and all 4 stroke engines is they have a
> crankcase. They don't like to be laid down . The Nissan can only be laid down
> tiller side down. I solved this problem by building a motor mount on the
> front of my trailer for the Nissan. Jerry B.
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: test only - no message
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 21:16:36 -0700
> From: "Dennis W. Farrell" <dfarrell@ridgecrest.ca.us>
> To: "WWPotterList" <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
>
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> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Re: Trailering question
> Date: Wed, 26 May 1999 23:17:45 -0700 (PDT)
> From: happy life skills foundation <hapilife@efn.org>
> To: Curt Westlake <cwestlake@k-w-b.com>
> CC: Potter List <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
>
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> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> CURT TAKE IT OFF!!!! if you were really in a hurry you wouldn't be
> sailing, right?
> Ken Silverman
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Subject: Sailing "West Wright 19"
> Date: Thu, 27 May 1999 02:40:58 -0400
> From: "John Cairns" <racko@gatecom.com>
> To: <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
>
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> Can't believe no one noticed the article in this month's "Sailing" that
> featured a picture of that world-famous cruiser, the "West Wright 19". John
> Cairns
>
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>
> Subject: Re: Sailing "West Wright 19"
> Date: Thu, 27 May 1999 07:15:27 EDT
> From: Muskraattt@aol.com
> To: racko@gatecom.com, wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> In a message dated 99-05-27 02:44:01 EDT, racko@gatecom.com writes:
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> Can't believe no one noticed the article in this month's "Sailing" that
> featured a picture of that world-famous cruiser, the "West Wright 19". John
> Cairns >>
> what was on the front cover of that issue?Did they have any info on the
> Potter?
>
> Rob Mitchell
> P-19
> Nashville,Tn
>
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>
> Subject: Motor bracket
> Date: Thu, 27 May 1999 09:41:34 -0400
> From: John Marotzke <jmarotz@earthlink.net>
> To: West Wight Potter mail <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> I have for sale a New, in the box Fulton # 389866, for up to 20 hp,
> adjustable outboard bracket. And the Transom Adapter plate. See page 283
> West Marine catalog. List for both is $174.48.
> I will sell both for $95.00 plus shipping. Can't use it on my P-15.
>
> John Marotzke
> Ortonville, MI
> P-15 "Hooray"
>
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>
> Subject: Recommendations on trolling motors
> Date: Thu, 27 May 1999 11:48:37 -0400 (EDT)
> From: max dawson <dawson@utkux.utcc.utk.edu>
> To: wwpotter@tscnet.com
>
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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> Hello. I have a 1980 P15, and am considering the purchase of a trolling
> motor for it, since Kmart has them on sale this week. There are a bunch
> to select from (even from one manufacturer, such as Minn Kota). I am
> wondering if the absolute cheapest unit is as good as any for my uses.
> Please respond to this question, and as well, please advise regarding the
> comparison of a small outboard (2hp) is relation to a trolling motor.
> Thanks a bunch!
> Max Dawson mdawson@utk.edu
>
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>
> Subject: Re: Recommendations on trolling motors
> Date: Thu, 27 May 1999 09:06:02 -0700
> From: DAVID_KAUTZ@HP-Sunnyvale-om5.om.hp.com
> To: dawson@utkux.utcc.utk.edu
> CC: wwpotter@tscnet.com
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> The Mercury 2.2 that I have is MUCH more powerful than the 30 lb. thrust
> Minn-Kota I bought at Wal-Mart ($90). When looking at trolling motors, don't
> forget to consider the cost of the deep cycle battery, battery box, charger,
> etc.. My "$90" motor ended up "costing" almost double that .......
>
> Dave Kautz
> P-15 #1632 Tilly Lucy
> Palo Alto, CA
>
> ______________________________ Reply Separator _________________________________
> Subject: Re: Recommendations on trolling motors
> Author: Non-HP-dawson (dawson@utkux.utcc.utk.edu) at hp-boise,mimegw7
> Date: 5/27/99 8:48 AM
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
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> Hello. I have a 1980 P15, and am considering the purchase of a trolling
> motor for it, since Kmart has them on sale this week. There are a bunch
> to select from (even from one manufacturer, such as Minn Kota). I am
> wondering if the absolute cheapest unit is as good as any for my uses.
> Please respond to this question, and as well, please advise regarding the
> comparison of a small outboard (2hp) is relation to a trolling motor.
> Thanks a bunch!
> Max Dawson mdawson@utk.edu
>
>
>
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>
> Subject: NC Potter Trip response?
> Date: 27 May 1999 16:52:17 -0700
> From: "J.J.Falkanger" <gatorjj@mindspring.com>
> To: wwpotter@tscnet.com
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
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> Hay folks, it seemed like we initially had lots of interest, but haven't had any replies.
>
> Is anyone still interested? Is it a bad weekend? Is the destination too tame? I'm flexible, and up for most anything the Potter will handle. Please let me know if there's any interest (as in, if you're a "maybe"), or if I should head out and do my own thing and tell you 'bout all the fun I had later!
>
> J.J. Falkanger
> Cary, NC
> P-19# 792 "Fozzguppy"
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