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Improvement Pictures #1
In another post, someone was nice enough to ask for pictures of the improvements I have made to my new-to-me 1990 14.2. Needing to launch from public ramps with limited room, a motor was essential....
View ArticleGreat day sailing in light winds today
I launched the boat this morning one last time before the cool weather sets in, since the water temp is in the 60's and falling fast. Light winds, so I felt confident hoisting both sails single-handed,...
View ArticleHow do I Install Foam Below Deck?
I have a Mod 3 Capri 14.2 in fair shape. I am not the first owner and even when I got it about 4 years ago the bottom was a bit soft in the rear starboard side. This year it is noticeably worse and the...
View ArticleBoomless JY15 sails
We got this crazy idea to over canvas saterday. We had some bran new jy15 sails from intesity sails. Luff 18.4 and foot 8.3 And the jib want all the way up the forestay. We ran boomless and rigged a...
View ArticleFurler angle
i just got a 14.2, its an 88 so mod 1. It has the furler jib setup but I've noticed that the furler sits at such and angle that the line rubs on it when it goes in and out. I'm contemplating putting a...
View Articledimensions of line that holds the centerboard down?
I got out on my new to me 14.2 mod 1 yesterday (finally!) and realized that something must hold the centerboard down as it kept kicking up. I found a shred of line attached to the transom and saw some...
View ArticleNew cruising sails
Has anyone used any sails from the sail store or SLO sails or any other $600 or so sail? Whats the best bang for the buck? Just crusing, no racing.
View ArticleStern mast crutch
I own a 2005 Catalina 14.2, got a killer deal last summer that I couldn't pass up. I currently trailor it to the lake and use the styrofoam block that came with it for the rear mast support. My...
View ArticleMounting Honda 2hp Motor
I recently bought a Honda 4-cycle 2hp outboard for my Capri 14.2. Because of a slightly protruding rubber edge around the boat, the motor could not be securely attached to the transom. Also, it appears...
View ArticleMast step failure. Repair.
Any suggestions for replacing/repairing the entire capri 14 mast step structure? Has has anybody done this? Bought a Mod 1 from 1984-86 earlier this year. It had been used by a local yacht club and...
View ArticleBoth forestay and roller furling
I have roller furling and am thinking of adding a forestay ahead of it. I don't trust the furling swivels. Anyone have this type rig on these small boats?
View ArticleA ladder installed-with pictures
Wild Bill asked that I post pictures-so here they are. Install was really quit easy and only took a bit over an hour. I used a 4 1/4 hole saw to cut the opening for the Beckson deck plate - quick and...
View ArticleOmega 14 shroud, forestay and halyards
I have become the latest owner of an omega that has sat in the backyard of the previous owner for 17 years without getting in the water. It seems to be in decent shape, missing a few pieces of hardware...
View ArticleLooking for cushions for my Capri 14.2
Any suggestions? Looking for fitted cockpit cushions.
View ArticleReplacing CB gaskets on Omega 14
I am restoring an Omega (circa 1975) and just received a new set of seals from Catalina Direct. As I have read here on the forum, the new seals are different design and materials from the originals. My...
View ArticleThinking of purchasing a Hobie Holder 14
Hey does anyone know about the hobie holder? I was going to pick up a Sunfish the other day, but now I am thinking about one of these. I found one a few hours away looks like it is a little rough....
View ArticleHull number 1784 - need to ID month
Hello - prior owner painted two coats of paint covering up the 12 digit hull ID. But, I do know my hull number is 1784. It is stamped on the metal plate on stern and on original main sail and bag. I...
View ArticleMounting options for a trolling motor/Minn Kota
I just ordered a Minn Kota 40#....as far as mounting options I would prefer no holes. Can I just glue 2 layers of oak ply to the transom on the inner and outside? Any suggestions on batteries? Do these...
View ArticleCapri 14.2 - Parts needed
I have a 1989 Capri 14.2 in need of a mainsail, rudder and tiller which were lost in a fire. Looking to replace. Please contact me.
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