1 Topic by billyboy

(1 replies, posted in For Sale)

I have a 1974 contessa 26, hull #108 for sale.
She is a great boat with a newer main, 3 jibs and a spinnaker.
Cushions recently recovered, hatch behind mast installed, knotmeter, depth sounder, vhf, st2000 auto tiller, diesel inboard, 2 anchors, fenders, docklines and more.
Located in Rothesay, NB Canada.
Price: $10,500 cdn

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2 Reply by billyboy

(14 replies, posted in Technical)

I have been watching the progress of your boat. Tim is a friend of my son. I too would recommend replacing the tank and plan to do my co26 this spring.
Look at the Inca F01015 (20.5LX14.5WX9H 10 Gal) or the F01054 (18LX18WX9H  10Gal). I haven't  measured the locker openning, but I believe these two would fit.
She looks beautiful, I am "blue" with envy.

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3 Reply by billyboy

(9 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)

Thanks for the replies and the link.
My door is a 1/2 inch plywood panel, no frame. I cut it in half at 11 inches and joined the halves with 2 brass butterfly hinges. I installed a turning latch made from two hardwood blocks 3/4x1/2x3 and a dowel pin with a stop block to keep the door from folding when latched in either position. Works great and eliminates the need to climb into the v-berth to open the door to the head.
John
Contessa 26 #108
Billy Boy (Ceilidh)
Rothesay NB

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4 Topic by billyboy

(9 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)

I am thinking of making the door to the head a bifold to make it easier to get around it in a hurry.
Has anyone done this?
I see from some pictures that the door has been removed and replaced by a curtain.
Is this really a better option?

Thanks.
John

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5 Topic by billyboy

(3 replies, posted in Repairs/Modifications/Upgrades)

hi,
i'm new to this site and i have a contessa 26, hull#108.
i am going to add a vhf antenna to the mast and would appreciate any advice. also, i have garmin 540 chart plotter and am open to suggestions as to best mounting location.

thanks

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