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(0 replies, posted in Wanted)

Looking for an antenna for a contessa 26. Just the top part, I have the co=ax cable.

I have unsuccessfully tried everything to keep the two cockpit drains clear.
I have used everything from coat hangers to electricians snake. Can not get and keep them open. When on land I can use a high pressure water hose, but what to do when in the water?

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(0 replies, posted in For Sale)

My J.J.Taylor Contessa is for sale. Health does not allow me to use it.
Boat is sparcely equipped, but very clean.
Comes with the following: Water Tank, and Hand Pump,
Holding Tank and Toilet, Anchor, 4 Fenders, Aluminium Mast,
British Seagull 400 O.B., Main and Jib, 4 winches, Compass,
Swim Ladder, Solar Panel, Teak Cockpit Grating, No cushions, only cover
for the two forward Bunks. Boat was preciously equipped with in inbord
motor, so shaft and prop is still there.
Boat is equipped with self steering devise (Tab type)
And comes with GOOD TRAILER  with spare tire.
A friend of mine has a 6 1/2 hp diesel for sale at reasonable price
Contact: Peterhoegh77@gmail.com
By the way, I am located in Eastern Ontario

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(11 replies, posted in Wanted)

Hi John. Thanks again. I wonder if there is a difference in sizes from boat to boat, perhaps depending on the year of manufacture? Not sure of the age of mine, definately am early 1970, I would guess
By the way, the thread on both lower and upper stays is the same (5/16 - 24) only difference seems to be in length of turnbuckle.

Forgot something. It is actually the length of the 2 pieces of cable from the turnbuckle at the end of the standing back stay to the 2 fittings on the deck I need. I assume it is something like 6 or 7 feet?

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(11 replies, posted in Wanted)

John, just one more question, I noticed on the rigging of another Contessa, that there were 2 different sized turnbuckles, one size for all stays except the 4 lower stays. 5" and 4" barrels, is this normal?
Pete

I know a guy who may have one for sale. I dont know what he is asking. If you give me your email address, I will have him get in touch with you, maybe send a pic to you.
Peterhoegh76(a) gmail.com
Email address incorrect: Should be peterhoegh77(a) gmail.com

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(5 replies, posted in Wanted)

I have been told. that my mount in the boat is for a Vire 6 not a Vire 7, so perhaps some one has a working Vire 6 for sale, if so I would like to hear from you

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(11 replies, posted in Wanted)

Hi John, I really appreciate all your effort on my behalf.
What I do need is the dimension of the two lower cables. Having said that, provided my backstay is the same as yours, I am in business. I will have to measure that to be sure. Anyway, from the numbers you gave me, I will be able to calculate my two lower cables, should there be a variance.
Thanks again John, you solved my problem.

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(11 replies, posted in Wanted)

Thanks John

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(5 replies, posted in Wanted)

I had an offer for a vire motor.We compared the distance of the mounting lugs, and my lugs are 20" apart, and 6" front front to back, the mounting holes on the vire did not seem to match. Does anyone know if the vire engine could somehow fit even if there is a difference in the mounting lugs, or was it a diesel mounted there, and if so, does anyone know what kind of diesel with the mentioned mounting holes. Installing any engine in a Contessa is difficult, and having to put in a new mount is next to impossible, since I can not find a marine mechanic who wants to tackle it. Any thoughts on this?
a.petersen(a) kos.net

Do you still have them.

Contact me at: a.petersen(a) kos.net

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(11 replies, posted in Wanted)

That is the problem, I don't have the dimensions

I am not sure if this is the right spot to bring this up. But here we go.
I was looking for prices on a dodger for my contessa, and they don't come cheap.
I was wondering if a number of contessa owner were willing to get together and have a mould made for a hard dodger. After the original cost of getting a mould, it would be cheaper to have a hard dodger, and the installation would be easy. One person could mount one in an hour or less, all you would have to do is drill holes for mounting bolts, seal then, and you are done. I would venture a guess they could be made for less than $500. Any bright ideas???

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(11 replies, posted in Wanted)

Looking for a split backstay for contessa 26

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(6 replies, posted in For Sale)

Do you have a working jib for sale? Price?
a.petersen (at) kos.net

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(5 replies, posted in Wanted)

I am located in Picton. You can contact me by email.
Peterhoegh76@gmail.com

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(2 replies, posted in Wanted)

Thanks for the info, I shall look into it

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(5 replies, posted in Wanted)

Is there some one out there  with a decent Vire inboard engine at reasonable cost I would be interested in hearing from you

I have been informed that a Vire 6 was originally installed in my boat. It still have the mounting in the boat, so I would like to get a Vire 6 which could be installed without making alterations to the mount and the electrical harness
You may contact me direct
peterhoegh77(a) gmail.com

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(2 replies, posted in Wanted)

I am in need of 8 turnbuckles - 5/16 TB Body and toggle, also 2 covers for main cabin cushions, wall mounted cooker, a small jib and lots of other stuff