Paul, that sounds like a prop size mismatch, on first blush. Might be worth talking to someone about the best prop for your engine.
201 2010-10-07 09:07:09
Re: How do you clean the diesel-fuel tank? Help! (17 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
202 2010-09-23 11:04:08
Re: Contessa 26 vs Dana 24 (15 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
I guess the question is: where are you going! 
The Co26 is a proven world-cruiser. If you can handle her deficiencies (no headroom, cramped quarters) you'll be fine.
203 2010-09-23 08:49:12
Re: starting a faryman buy hand(crank) (3 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
My Bukh had a decompression lever that certainly made it easier to spin. Are you sure you don't have one?
204 2010-09-22 11:22:01
Re: Contessa 26 vs Dana 24 (15 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
205 2010-09-09 05:43:28
Re: Mainsail (3 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
With a loose-footed main, one can change the draught of the sail by loosening the outhaul. The sail will belly out more, giving it more power in situations where one needs it. With a regular main on slides, this can't be done with any sort of efficiency.
I also happen to think a loose-footed main is easier to set up, but that's just me. I've only ever used one once, and quite enjoyed the experience.
206 2010-08-25 11:24:50
Re: engine compartment hatches (3 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
I believe mine had eight long machine screws holding it down against a rather large rubber gasket.
Unfortunately I don't have a picture that demonstrates this.
207 2010-08-25 06:59:29
Topic: Had a small problem with email (0 replies, posted in Site Support/Comments)
Hi all,
Had a small problem with forum emails not being sent. Hopefully this didn't inconvenience anyone too much. All should be well now.
Adrian
209 2010-08-12 12:01:01
Re: Site maintenance (2 replies, posted in Site Support/Comments)
Maintenance done!
210 2010-08-12 06:26:45
Topic: Site maintenance (2 replies, posted in Site Support/Comments)
Hi all,
I'll be doing some site maintenance over the next 48 hours, and for some portion of this time, the forums will be unavailable. I do apologize for the inconvenience.
Adrian.
211 2010-06-21 09:26:41
Re: Feedback wanted - Contessa article (5 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
First note, Canadian-made Contessa 26's have cored decks. Not sure about the UK version.
I have a lot of pictures of Contessas. What sort of photos are you looking for?
212 2010-06-08 06:48:42
Topic: Slight change to the site homepage (0 replies, posted in Site Support/Comments)
Hi guys,
I've made a slight change to the site homepage, in order to make it look a bit fresher. All marketplace posts now appear in the timeline on the homepage.
Adrian
214 2010-05-31 06:07:12
Re: Alternator on Farmann K30M?? (5 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
216 2010-05-12 08:08:29
Re: Contessa 26 vs. Halcyon 27 (8 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
We are happy to help!
Enjoy your maiden voyage. The trip from Hamilton to Toronto is a pleasant one.
217 2010-05-10 06:14:11
Re: Contessa 26 vs. Halcyon 27 (8 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Well, I think you'll find a strong bias here toward the Contessa 26
I personally don't know enough about the Halcyon 27. I do know there are several Atlantic crossings under their belts, and that they have more headroom, but otherwise I can't really offer a good opinion in terms of construction quality/durability/seaworthiness/etc.
The Contessa 26 has a very respectable pedigree, and is a fantastic boat for singlehanding.
218 2010-04-26 06:23:37
Re: A beautiful co26 (1 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
UK boat still in possession of the 'dust-bin' front hatch. Very lovely!
219 2010-03-22 11:07:09
Re: Question about trailers (3 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
If you want to email me your contact details, I will email them to Evald. That should keep everything quiet on the Spam front.
Speaking of which, we don't seem to be having anywhere near as much Spam any more. That's pretty good, I think. Has everything been okay for you guys?
220 2010-03-22 06:04:17
Topic: Question about trailers (3 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
221 2010-03-16 11:12:05
Re: Mast raising party, anyone? (10 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Welcome back to Contessa ownership! I'm in Toronto, so unfortunately I won't be making it out there, but I am excited for you!
222 2010-03-16 11:10:32
Re: Pendants for headsails - at the tack or the head? (7 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
I concur. At the tack to clear lifelines and stanchions.
223 2010-03-04 07:39:33
Re: How did I manage to have 11 through-hulls on my Contessa? (8 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
I can't really comment on the cost. I was looking to see if I had any pictures that showed it, but I haven't come across any yet. I'll keep looking.
224 2010-03-03 17:44:37
Re: How did I manage to have 11 through-hulls on my Contessa? (8 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
My Contessa didn't have deck scuppers that drained through thru-hulls. It had gaps in the fiberglass under the toerail cap that drained water out. All round more sensible than bringing water from the deck on board, then back out through thru-hulls.
225 2010-03-03 09:29:24
Re: How did I manage to have 11 through-hulls on my Contessa? (8 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Maybe I'm wrong, but I think both the electric and manual bilge pumps can drain through the same through-hull. I think that's how mine was.