Those are the early wheels and are molded to the rim. You can't put tubes in them. If you are unable to pump air into one it might be the needle that ...

There is an aluminum plate inside the transom that has tapped threads for the gudgeon bolts. I would try and drill the bolt and use an extractor. Use ...

Yes there is. Edited by pknapp66 on Jul 22, 2019 - 09:40 AM.

I attached the 21se parts manual. Shown is a part number for an oversize tapered pin. First step would be to check with hobie on availability for this...

Where are you located? Check craigslist and Facebook marketplace for boats and parts. There is a new dagger board listed in NY.

I used the shop vac in reverse to find the leak with soapy water. You can remove the vac and kinda gauge how much you are pressurizing the hull by the...

Do you have drain plugs in your hulls? I used a small shop vac on one of my H18's that had a leak in a seam in the dagger well. Worked good to draw in...

Philip, Do you have any pictures or could you describe how you set up the active downhaul? Thanks, Pete

traphappy wrote: Sail deeper to depower the spin. The I20 is amazingly responsive to rudder adjustments under spin. We've never gone over because the ...

This is the exact topic that I wanted to start since I just started flying a spin. I have read to let up on the downhaul under spin. Anyone do this? ...

The pivomatic sleeves are very stiff to lock down. Sounds like either your lines are worn or not correct for the cleats. The pivomatic relies on the ...

traphappy wrote: Thanks for the manual and other information. It seems that there are different setups for the Inter 20 jib. Mine has the s-hook on th...

I attached a link to the manual. On page 13 it shows the typical 2 to 1 jib downhaul. Edited by pknapp66 on Jul 09, 2019 - 08:12 AM.

You should only have to break one bead to either install a tube or new valve stem. Makes reseating the bead much easier. If replacing the tube then th...

There is some pretty good info in this thread.

We had an issue with them sending us the wrong trap wires last week. A call to them and the new ones were on the way along with a return authorization...

Look in the classifieds under sails for sale. Lots of prindle 18 sails posted there. Even new jibs at a good price.

To keep from reinventing the wheel take a look at the leashes that kite boarders attach to their harnesses. They incorporate a really simple quick rel...

We have a short growing season here in the North so we have to rely on Vinyl lettuce to get us through.

John, I am sure that soffet will work fine but might be a bit more difficult to clean when it does and it will collect sand. We just toss the lattice...

I think that you will find most small boat trailers have the same width between the tires. Many of the cat trailers are regular boat trailers with a ...

Another one

You bought Blackjack correct? The ad said it had a trailer. Is the trailer not salvageable? I agree with John Facebook marketplace and craigslist are...

Cameron, Maybe try posting your question to the Tornadocat Yahoo group. Not a lot of activity there but some really experienced and knowledgeable mem...

Not a fan of drilling crossbars Why not just attach to the tiller extension swivel? i don't mean to be rude but drilling your cross bar is asking for...

I found this picture of a Prindle 19 but it is basically the same. You can use the tail end of your mainsheet or a second line for the traveler your c...

Dan, How did the thimble connect to the boat? If it was using a shackle why would that not work? I assume that you have the assembly manual. I found...

if you change your mind and want to buy a nice fiberglass Tornado I just posted mine in the classifieds.

I also know the boat and agree that it is a very nice boat. Hey Dan does Devin know that you are selling his boat while he is away?