John Swenson
Truckee, CA
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 09/07/2005 11:23 AM Pacific Time
While replacing my keel cable recently, I was able to wobble my keel about the hangers. So based on some of the forum's horror stories, I thought it was time to check the pin. After removal of the hangers, I found the pin pressed firmly in the keel and wear mostly in the hanger bores. Based on what I saw, I put her back together and went sailing. But I still wonder, was the pin originally pressed in versus a sliding fit? Seems to make sense, but not what I gathered from readings. |
Joe McElroy
Snoqualmie, Washington
Boat Name: Teasel
Model/Year: 1979 Swing Keel
Hull No. 9014
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09/07/2005 7:03 PM Pacific Time
Ours is tight in the keel. After 26 years the pin is also a nice snug fit in the hangar.
Joe |
Al Gearing
Burleson, Texas
Boat Name: Torch of Freedom
Model/Year: C-22 '76
Hull No. 6448
Hailing Port: Arlington YC |
09/08/2005 5:24 AM Pacific Time
Of the three that I have had apart none of them were a press fit into either part. Note that even on a pin and bore that size, 1", if you have only a .001" over sized hole, it will feel wobbly. And that is more than doubled by the combination of the two hangers and the keel. So it will wobble. I would not worry about it at that stage, however, if you leave a boat in the water the wave action over time will make that little wobble get a lot worse, then it will wear much more quickly. Then it is time to check, but for boats that are dry sailed, I don't think it is anything to worry about.
For waht it's worth,
Al Ge |
John Swenson
Truckee, CA
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09/08/2005 9:30 AM Pacific Time
Thanks guys! This forum is one of the best I've been involved with. |
Stefan Damstrom
Boat Name: Delfina sold!
Model/Year: C22mK2 / 1987
Hull No. 14306 sold :-(
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09/08/2005 2:07 PM Pacific Time
John...one more
I decided to fair and "de rust" my keel and as I lowered the keel, the damn pin fell out! Mine wore a 1.25 oblong hole in the keel. The fix is pretty easy. CD has a nice stainless bushing you can get a machine shop to bore and press into place. The ID is 1.00000" (or there abouts). And as the previous reply stated, any extra will feel like a wobble. In your case, the ?$75 replacement hangers from CD will likely solve your problem so long as the pin is still staying put.
Sail on !
Stefan |
Lynn Buchanan
Nevada City, CA
Boat Name: SAILYNN
Model/Year: SWING 1984
Hull No. 11994
Hailing Port: SCOTTS FLAT LAKE, CA |
09/09/2005 10:58 AM Pacific Time
If the pin is snug and strong and the keel wobbles side to side, you can purchase spacers from CD or make your own. If your a cruiser it stops the clunking when on a mooring and your trying to take a nap! If your a racer, it keeps the keel straight and from canting from side to side on different tacks which equates to better pointing ability and faster racing. |
Lynn Buchanan
Nevada City, CA
Boat Name: SAILYNN
Model/Year: SWING 1984
Hull No. 11994
Hailing Port: SCOTTS FLAT LAKE, CA |
09/09/2005 11:03 AM Pacific Time
John, if you're looking for a good place to sail, swim, fish and camp, join us at Scotts Flat Lake just outside of Nevada City. There is a very active fleet of C22's there and we will be hosting the 2006 C22 National Sailing Association Championship Regatta in June. We are also planning a two week Aug. 2006 cruise to Princess Louise Inlet in B.C. Give me a call at 530-470-0511 or email me: [email protected] Fleet 54 has members with a wealth of knowledge and are willing to help you out with enjoying your C22. |
