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by Athaena
Fri February 19th, 2010, 10:44 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: It's a pity that the site is not very current
Replies: 13
Views: 54973

Re: It's a pity that the site is not very current

I would certainly be happier to see the forum a little more active. I guess the difficulty is getting a little momentum going, so that our little online community warms up. I have found the site very useful and I really appreciate the help and advice I've had. Can I suggest though, that whilst there...
by Athaena
Thu December 31st, 2009, 6:53 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Converting a bilge keeled Senior to centre-board
Replies: 7
Views: 24929

Re: Converting a bilge keeled Senior to centre-board

A few moments' thought and a look at some pictures and the drawings show that what i suggested is not possible. I was going to reply that I thought it sounded like it might be quite some job, but I'm not familiar with the design or have the expertise and figured me saying "that sounds difficult" wa...
by Athaena
Thu December 31st, 2009, 5:26 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Foredeck repairs
Replies: 41
Views: 258544

Re: Athaena - Foredeck repairs

Well it took a little time and care, but I've removed the bowsprit without damaging anything around it. :) I'm glad I did, it definitely needed to come off having seen below :rolleyes: Plus the whole repair looks easier for me to manage with the improved access. What was under the bowsprit... http:/...
by Athaena
Thu December 10th, 2009, 7:09 pm
Forum: The Designs
Topic: Info about Barcaroles
Replies: 1
Views: 16056

Re: Info about Barcaroles

As an owner of a one and only example of an MG design (as far as I know), I wouldn't worry too much about numbers. I would check carefully the work that has been done, for example has the replaced deck been done well and sealed with epoxy/glass or has just a small area of the ply been patched? Give ...
by Athaena
Thu December 3rd, 2009, 9:13 am
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Foredeck repairs
Replies: 41
Views: 258544

Re: Athaena - Foredeck repairs

Thanks Chris, I'm hoping it's that straightforward :D All the rigging is off already, but I wasn't sure if or how the plate for the inner forestay might be attached. There are no apparent fastenings, could it be slotted right thorough the bowsprit. I'll see how I go this weekend and report back! Man...
by Athaena
Tue December 1st, 2009, 7:02 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Foredeck repairs
Replies: 41
Views: 258544

Re: Athaena - Foredeck repairs

Hi Chris,

They're Coelan with the antislip beads added in the final coat. It's quite ferocious stuff, like sharp sandpaper when it's done!

Given the cost of the stuff, believe me it hurt peeling it up knowing I'd have to re-apply it later!! :D

Chris
by Athaena
Tue December 1st, 2009, 12:22 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Foredeck repairs
Replies: 41
Views: 258544

Athaena - Foredeck repairs

Having the repairs below the waterline sorted much earlier than I expected ( See this thread ), I'm turning my attention to the one other soft area I have found on Athaena. Unfortunately, my budget for boatbuilders is now spent so I'm getting my first foray into the pleasures and terrors of doing it...
by Athaena
Mon November 9th, 2009, 6:18 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Rot near the chine
Replies: 19
Views: 55447

Re: Athaena - Rot near the chine

Feeling a lot happier :mrgreen: . There's only one problem area left that I know of now.... At some point previously someone has applied a bead of bathroom sealant *inside* the forecabin to stop water leaking into the cabin down the sides of the samson post. :eek: Unfortunately that sealant did exac...
by Athaena
Sat November 7th, 2009, 8:08 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Rot near the chine
Replies: 19
Views: 55447

Re: Athaena - Rot near the chine

What a difference a day makes! Yesterday, I was feeling a bit down and wondering what I'd gotten myself into. Today, a very different scene greeted me compared with last weeks larger than expected hole. All patched up again and looking great... http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2553/4082831707_47baee87...
by Athaena
Sun November 1st, 2009, 3:40 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Rot near the chine
Replies: 19
Views: 55447

Re: Athaena - Rot near the chine

Thought I'd provide a quick update for those interested... Having had lots of excellent advice, I was still feeling a bit nervous about launching my boat building career by cutting what would be quite a large hole in my hull. Everyone I'd asked locally suggested the same chap as the man locally to g...
by Athaena
Sat October 31st, 2009, 11:02 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Help to identify boat
Replies: 1
Views: 9414

Re: Help to identify boat

It looks a bit like a Westerly 25, but I thought they were bilge keelers rather than than the triple.

Chris
by Athaena
Tue September 29th, 2009, 1:48 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Rot near the chine
Replies: 19
Views: 55447

Re: Athaena - Rot near the chine

JamesH wrote:Does she have the corner post type chines which the WW does?
No idea, but I hope it's not going to be necessary to remove the whole chine! :shock:

I've got a (very good) shipwright coming to have a look, I'll see what he says and go from there.

Chris
by Athaena
Sun September 27th, 2009, 11:03 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Rot near the chine
Replies: 19
Views: 55447

Re: Athaena - Rot near the chine

Thanks Bill. They were very very interesting.

That damage puts my soft spots into perspective!! :shock:

Chris
by Athaena
Fri September 25th, 2009, 12:20 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Rot near the chine
Replies: 19
Views: 55447

Re: Athaena - Rot near the chine

chris s wrote:You can e-mail me at XXXX@gmail.com :D

Thanks Chris, I've noted your email, I'd suggest you remove it from public view too :D

Many many thanks,

Chris
by Athaena
Fri September 25th, 2009, 12:15 pm
Forum: HELP ?
Topic: Athaena - Rot near the chine
Replies: 19
Views: 55447

Re: Athaena - Rot near the chine

Billaboard wrote:If Chris of Athaena would like to contact me by normal email
Hi Bill, thanks I will do. I'd suggest editing your message to remove your email address. Spammers have programmes that search the web looking for email addresses and I wouldn't want you getting spammed!

Regards,

Chris