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by Yara50
Mon Aug 17, 2020 3:16 pm
Forum: Getting Out and About
Topic: Mal's Boat
Replies: 8
Views: 8871

Re: Mal's Boat

Hi Peter,
The key is getting a tilt trailer. That allows the boat to slide off. A non-tilting trailer will need to be further in, but if the ramp is steep enough she will slide off. The only problem is if you put too much weight on the end roller, you can damage the keel.
by Yara50
Thu May 14, 2020 3:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Second time out
Replies: 7
Views: 4176

Re: Second time out

Hi Geoff, Good to see you are enjoying Yara. Boarding from the beach is a simple limbo. Turn your back to the boat, slip under the railing, and lift yourself up onto the deck. The slope of the bow helps the boat slip off the beach when you are at the stern. Hold tight on the tiller and drive off in ...
by Yara50
Wed Feb 19, 2020 3:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Site Software Upgrade and Ownership
Replies: 28
Views: 11690

Site Software Upgrade and Ownership

Geoff O, the new custodian of Yara, has kindly agreed to take over the running of the web site. Not only, he will also be upgrading it to the latest version of the software, so it will make it easier for new members to join.

So hang on to your hats, the new look is coming!!!
Cheers Ian B
by Yara50
Wed Feb 05, 2020 9:29 pm
Forum: Investigators For Sale
Topic: Rhythm Manly NSW
Replies: 2
Views: 2579

Re: Rhythm Manly NSW

She is well known in the Investigator association. AFAIK pretty much a one owner boat.
by Yara50
Thu Oct 31, 2019 12:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Yara seeks new custodian
Replies: 4
Views: 3513

Re: Yara seeks new custodian

Yara is sold to our new members Geoff and Sue from Monto in Central Queensland. I wish them a safe trip home and much enjoyment from a lovely boat.
by Yara50
Thu Oct 17, 2019 4:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Yara seeks new custodian
Replies: 4
Views: 3513

Re: Yara seeks new custodian

G'day Ian, Sad to hear its parting time. I'm sure Yara has been very well looked after in your care, hope you can remain with this forum with your sound advice in future. Good luck with finding the right person to take care of her. Thanks Andrew. I will keep this site going as long as I can, it doe...
by Yara50
Tue Sep 03, 2019 4:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Yara seeks new custodian
Replies: 4
Views: 3513

Yara seeks new custodian

After more than 13 years in my care, it is time to pass Yara to a new custodian. Thought I would provide our members with the first option before going to the market. I am still working on a description of all her charms, but there are so many, it is a long list. Also have just given the Mariner 5hp...
by Yara50
Thu Jun 27, 2019 9:11 am
Forum: Technical Articles
Topic: Trailer Guide rollers
Replies: 5
Views: 5909

Re: Trailer Guide rollers

Only problem I can see Ray, is some nasty sharp edges that you can hit with the boat, (or shins, Ouch!) if things go wrong. Usually this bit is underwater if you tilt the trailer, so not that easy to see.
by Yara50
Tue Jun 18, 2019 10:37 am
Forum: Technical Articles
Topic: Trailer Guide rollers
Replies: 5
Views: 5909

Re: Trailer Guide rollers

The rollers are bolted on by U shaped brackets. These were standard some time ago. You can see the vertical clamping bolts across the end of the U in the photo.
by Yara50
Sat Jun 08, 2019 4:01 pm
Forum: Other Sailboats
Topic: Kevin Shepherd Designs
Replies: 27
Views: 14127

Re: Kevin Shepherd Designs

Welcome again, Vince.
Would be interesting to hear what jobs you had to do to restore your boat.

The good thing about trailer-sailers is that despite their age, many are still in good condition, having been stored under cover.