bobcatnj wrote: Does anyone use anything for buoyancy in the case of a catastrophic hull failure? Yes. After a catastrophic hull failure that almo...

motogon wrote: It is not accessible from inside (unless I cut hole on top of hull, and I don't think this is such good idea). Why not just remove all ...

Chips should be partially filled with thickened polyester resin and topped with gelcoat. Bottom job looks like it is wearing into the glass therefore ...

Consider using polyester resin available at auto parts stores and Wal-mart. It is generally cheaper and you can gelcoat it in the future if you want...

You are looking at a couple of BIG fillets. The curved ports are no where near enough curve for a p18 behind the rear crossbar. I put in a 4"x6" por...

BrianCT wrote: I'm not sure it would work well (or be safe to use) with dogbone-style rings, certainly not the smaller ones. I have can't-miss rings....

Does that hammerhead spreader work with regular dog bone type rings or are can't miss style rings required. I like the idea of extra steel with no sh...

coastrat wrote: ... BUT, if it's blowin', i'm drivin' the dog s#%t out of it and ain't scared to destroy it in the process, i would be out literraly d...

Quarath wrote: Check the rubber bungs under the rear cross beam. I was told these do not actually go into the hull. They provide access to the bolt f...

It all depends on how hard you want to push. Setting up a cat is physical work for 1-2 people every time you sail unless you have mast up storage. ...

MN3 wrote: the p18 was in better shape than 95% of the boats i have seen (in my life). This guy takes very good care of all his gear. Based on the pic...

MN3 wrote: He now sails a mystere 6.0... Was the p18 still going strong when he changed boats or did the front tramp cause some damage?

Sorry. I have spent too much time crewing on a mono this fall where the spinnaker pole is a whole different animal. Would it be possible to mount ...

Just mount a pvc tube to the trailer with a solid cap on one end and a threaded cap on the other using u bolts or cariage bolts with plates both insid...

Rider_55 wrote: Is this the same boat that harpooned a guy on day 1? Never mind. Sail # 2224 harpooned the guy at the start and sail # 2230 snapped h...

Is this the same boat that harpooned a guy on day 1?

I sail with a CRKT STIFF KISS fixed blade on the left shoulder of my life jacket for quick right handed access. The handle on mine is wrapped in 550...

In Arkansas all you would have to do is apply for a title for a new never previously registered trailer with a bill of sale/receipt.

"Home-build" a trailer using the parts you have from you existing trailer that has no title and then apply for a title for the home-built trailer with...

I have considered getting these for cold weather to replace my neoprene soft soled dive boots, but I have yet to purchase them. I find myself using...

The only soft spot on my '82 P18 were top of starboard hull between the front crossbar and the port.

Yes it is really that simple. Just work your way around the boat pushing on the hull every few inches. If you feel no motion it is probably solid. ...

Has anyone tried seam seal like that used on tents? The silicone sprays are good for waterproofing the fabric but do not really build up enough to s...

hyperope wrote: When the boat goes over, where does one "aim" his body to hit? The water near the boat. Anywhere else you may tear something up. Wh...

I doubt it would survive the heat or vibrations, but I must admit I have no specific experience in this application. Have you thought about pulling a...

A mast bob will prevent the boat from inverting completely but I don't think it will help while the boat is on its side. The additional weight up the...

Seems like it would be problematic. ATV would have to be centered over the axle about 60/40 Front/rear which is between your cross members so trampol...

Are you trying to carry cat and ATV/Golf Cart at the same time or just re-purpose your existing cat trailer?

Mike, Just to clarify the barberhauler setup mounted on the front beam is in addition to what is illustrated above not instead of it. Just gives a ...

dewitt492492 wrote: Okay, so I get that #7 should be "dead ended " with a knot , but I am still fuzzy on how #1 takes care of both the main and the tr...