Sorry Jordan -- I just saw this post.
I have a swivel block attached to an 8-inch extension bolted forward at the top of my mast which is used for my spinnaker halyard.
2 2019-10-22 09:43:57
Re: Rigging the spinnaker (9 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
Sorry Jordan -- I just saw this post.
I have a swivel block attached to an 8-inch extension bolted forward at the top of my mast which is used for my spinnaker halyard.
3 2018-08-11 07:05:06
Re: Trailer for Contessa (3 replies, posted in Wanted)
I happen to have a trailer! It needs some work, but willing to discuss a trade.
4 2018-02-28 17:23:17
Topic: How is the forum doing? (1 replies, posted in Site Support/Comments)
Adrian, you have done an outstanding job of keeping the Contessa Corner Forum up and running all of these years! It remains a great repository of information.
How are you holding up?
5 2017-03-03 07:33:36
Topic: Grateful! (2 replies, posted in Site Support/Comments)
I am so incredibly grateful for The Contessa Corner site -- and appreciate all of the work put in over the years. It remains a good repository of information for all things "Contessa 26", and I like to point this out to new owners who join up on the Facebook page!!
6 2017-03-03 07:29:45
Re: The Fleet Register (8 replies, posted in Site Support/Comments)
I'd be willing to take this on... email me.
7 2017-03-03 07:21:13
Re: Farymann engine model, help is needed (5 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Hi Alexandra,
My Contessa 26 is hull 230, built in '79. We are likely powered by the same Farymann K34.
Best,
Paul
8 2013-04-05 09:47:30
Re: Wiring the Mast & Lightning Protection (16 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
You should have a send and return for each circuit up the mast. I have spreader lights, a steaming light, an anchor light, and a windex light (very low amps). Only the anchor and windex lamp share a common ground. Assuming you will have the minimum added to this mix of a TRI light.
12 gauge is about right for the job, due to the lengths back to the panel. 14 can do in a pinch -- but remember that the inefficiency of the smaller gauge will cost amps.
Plan your circuits ahead, and map it out. Runs are always longer than you think!
9 2013-04-01 09:22:43
Re: Cable t-handle end for engine stop cable. (2 replies, posted in Wanted)
Excellent suggestion John!
10 2013-03-28 10:11:30
Re: What's your story about dropping something in the bilge? (4 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Laughing here Ian! Yes -- I was still losing bits down into the bilge on occasion. this past Fall. And yes, much lost under the muffler, probably never to be seen again (or until the water-lock is replaced)!
~Paul
11 2013-03-20 09:59:13
Topic: Cable t-handle end for engine stop cable. (2 replies, posted in Wanted)
Seems like an easy thing to find... but this eludes me! Am searching for a knob-end for a stop cable on my Farymann K34. Any ideas? Not sure of the diameter.
Thanks!
12 2013-03-01 10:59:53
Re: Insurance (2 replies, posted in Non-Contessa Chatter)
Interesting... Based upon your rate Stefan, I think I am being soaked by my insurer. Paid nearly double that for less coverage -- PLUS required a survey.
Bill already paid for this year -- will definitely shop around at the end of this season.
Damned rogues and scallywags!
13 2013-02-15 10:09:17
Re: backstay flag mount (8 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
I've rigged a flag halyard that runs up to the top of my mast, adjacent to the back stay. I tie this off on a stainless cleat installed just below the back stay split. I rather like being able to hoist "the colours" up nice and high on a breezy day!
16 2012-11-08 10:17:08
Topic: Fuel line banjo bolts (0 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Anyone know where I can find one of these?
This is off my Farymann K34 -- just changed up the fuel lines, and cracked the head off this bolt in the process!
Thanks.
17 2012-10-30 10:02:45
Topic: What's your story about dropping something in the bilge? (4 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
So, let's admit it -- we've all dropped something in the bilge, never to be seen again.
Last weekend, I set about replacing the fuel lines on my Contessa's Farymann. Lost one of the copper crush washers for a banjo bolt (and subsequently not as easy to source as one might imagine!!). Bink, bink, bloop.
Last year I did a really good clean out of the bilge, and managed to recover the remnants of screwdrivers (plastic handles had long since dissolved), nut drivers, stainless hardware, and an antique caliper -- I suspect much of this had been down there for decades.
What's your best "dropped it in the bilge" story?
18 2012-10-01 10:06:30
Re: Need Replacement Stancion Bases (5 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Cast aluminum? Mine are bronze (1979, sail# 230).
19 2012-08-28 12:26:29
Re: Ferryman 8 HP transmission fluid (6 replies, posted in Technical)
Bonjour Philippe,
There should be a notch approx 1" above the end of the "tube" below the filler. I'd be surprised if it is not there!
Paul
20 2012-08-27 12:06:28
Re: Ferryman 8 HP transmission fluid (6 replies, posted in Technical)
Apologies .. I used 30 weight for the gear oil. On my engine there is a threaded filler cap with a cylindrical tube attached for level. This is right on top of the transmission.
HD SAE 20 for the crankcase
HD SAE 30 for the gearbox
21 2012-08-22 06:05:47
Re: Ferryman 8 HP transmission fluid (6 replies, posted in Technical)
I posted about this a few years ago. 20 weight oil is fine (no detergents!)
22 2012-08-22 05:59:54
Re: Parrel bead on a strop... (2 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
Hi Jordan,
I rigged 2 blocks. First is on a shackle attached to my stem (behind my furler, which is out on hole most forward of stem). 2nd is at the end of a braided rope I have going out about 1.5' ahead of my forward pulpit support (yes -- I have a 3-leg pulpit). The idea is to keep any undue stress of my pulpit.
I attach a 20ft rope with a snap shackle to the foot of my Gennaker, running this back through the 2 blocks, and tie off on my foredeck cleat. It's a small effort to fly the sail by pulling in or releasing the foot, and a challenge to tack or gibe the rig as currently configured.
Best regards,
23 2012-08-16 10:34:53
Topic: Parrel bead on a strop... (2 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
Has anyone rigged one of these previously? I'm looking for a recipe to make one up for my boat. Will make flying my Asymmetrical much easier.
Need the following:
- Length of wire
- wire ends?
- size of parrel beads
- how many do I need on the strop?
Thanks!