27 2011-05-31 04:58:54
Topic: Contessa Forum - Netherlands (0 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
28 2010-12-31 12:26:32
Re: Toronto Boat Show 2010 (5 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Looks like I will be down on the 7th, and going to the show on the 8th to check out re-powering to diesel, hope to see you there Stefan.
Jim
29 2010-03-04 08:09:08
Re: How did I manage to have 11 through-hulls on my Contessa? (8 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
30 2009-11-05 15:48:29
Re: I'm rebuilding a Co and i need your help (9 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Two pictures of "Nameplate" in General Images, gallery.
32 2009-05-21 10:16:20
Topic: Anchor Frame on Suselle (1 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Hi Suzeh,
Nice looking anchor frame.
It appears you have Suselle in the water !
Congrats !
How is the sailing going ?
Jim
35 2008-10-20 13:41:57
Re: Swim Ladder or Steps (8 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Ivan,
How do they thread the strap through your rudder ? It will prevent the problem of positioning the strap in the correct place, to prevent them from getting caught on the cradle, when the boat is lowered. ( as we had to fight with mine this haul out ) As well as low water conditions we had last year, with the straps getting caught under the rudder.
Cheers,
Jim
37 2008-08-28 13:57:42
Re: Furlers (24 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
Ivan,
I have also been looking at changing to a furler, have been in contact with Ultrafurl in Toronto. Appealing to me, as they also recut sails for furler use. (as I have a newer Genoa, I am tempted to go this way)
The season has flown by and I have not ordered. If I do decide to order I will let you know how it works out. If have the instructions on installation, and it appears pretty straight forward. ( they also will install for you )
Jim
38 2008-06-16 04:56:10
Re: Refurbishment of Morava (17 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Ivan,
If you can get your hands on a past issue of Good Old Boat magazine, in the July/August, 07 edition, there is an article on Allan Nye Scott.
The fellow responsible for bringing the production of Contessa's to Canada. When he left JJ Taylor, he set up a shop in Kingston to build Alberg's.
At the time of the article he had changed to refurbishing sailboats, namely Contessa and Albergs. I cannot recall if they mentioned a current company name or address.
Found name in yellow pages, "Nye Boat Works", Foxboro, On., 613-771-9570, near Belleville.
39 2008-02-22 07:29:44
Re: Tania Aebi in Cruising World (11 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Thanks, Kodiak.
The link works.
Perfect timing, at this time of year, waiting for the spring launch to arrive, able to read about such an adventure !
40 2007-08-28 09:07:29
Re: A ride (4 replies, posted in Wanted)
I am in Bayfield, only an hours drive from Waterloo, with a '73 Contessa. You are most welcome. I am there most weekends, or with enough notice can make it during the week.
Jim
41 2007-07-18 10:59:25
Re: Traveller (5 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Andrew,
You will find Tech Notes on Home Page, bottom right hand column, and then on Tech Note page, list of subjects on the right beside photos.
(or try a search on subject)
42 2007-07-17 11:01:46
Re: Traveller (5 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
Andrew,
Check out "Tech Notes" on this site, Under "Designing a Mainsheet Traveller" and "Traveller on Rhiannon". pics.
43 2007-07-12 08:10:42
Re: Tillerlock back on the market (1 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
Thanks Deb. I have been looking for a tiller lock like this for a while now. I ahve ordered and received from Cansail. Looking forward to installing this weekend. And thanks for the tip on the type of rope to use.
44 2007-06-07 10:11:10
Re: Boat on a Train: A Novel by Shannon Rae (heh heh) (21 replies, posted in General Questions/Comments)
Hi Shannon,
Glad to hear everything has worked out for you. It is great to have you back. I am sure everything will work out. Look forward to hearing of your plans for renewal on your new boat !
( and the pics too )
All the best !
Jim
46 2007-04-09 06:00:43
Re: Boom vang connection (3 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
I am posting this question again in hopes that someone has same set up as my 73, for boom bang connection to boom. It is similar to "key hole" arrangement on plate attached to underside of boom. Unable to find fitting that would attach block to boom.
47 2007-03-29 11:15:13
Re: depth finder (7 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)
John,
My boat came with the "in-hull" transducer set up. I have posted a pic off a web site that is similar to my set up. From what I have read, this set up may not be as accurate as thru hull. If you do not want to add a hole, seems to be the way to go. I do not believe mine is a special transducer. Some info from web sites say unless it is aluminum hull, not required.
48 2007-01-12 17:39:14
Re: Vire 7 (2 replies, posted in Technical)
I also have the Vire 7. The cloudy gearbox oil, some say is a problem and other mechanics have told me not to worry about . I try to change it a few times a season.
Have you tried the Vire & web site, full of great info on this engine.
49 2006-10-22 11:30:32
Re: References for Shoreline Sails (4 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
John,
The dimensions I gave Lee Sails where off this site, for I and J, they will compute the P mesurement based on this, as mine is also in winter storage. They recommended measuring my current sails for comparison, my current Genoa I measures 32.5' , and that is without being able to stretch the leach as much as possible.
Lee sails were pretty confident that the I and J they have on record would fit my boat.
50 2006-10-20 08:47:00
Re: References for Shoreline Sails (4 replies, posted in Sails & Rigging)
Thanks, for the info., Jose.
I am going with Lee Sails, 135 Genoa, for about the same price as Shore Line( I was surprised, however Lee has a fall time special on until Nov 15) . Main reason is I have seen the Lee sails up close on another boat and was impressed with the work and style.