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It's time to install a dodger on my MK1 as I am cruising, not racing. I searched the forum and saw a number of referrals for makers but didn't see any posts after 2008. If any one knows of a used but servicable frame that fits a MK1, and/or a pattern for the canvas work, I would be most appreciative of the lead. Also, if anyone has any photos of a MK1 with a dodger installed I would love to view them. The only shots I could find through the forum search was of MK3's which have the traveller in the front of the cockpit instead of the rear. If I end up making my own I will record the process for submission to the Black Arts page.
Thanks for any guidance, Chris
Chriswheat Second Wind
Chesapeake Bay MD
Chriswheat Second Wind
Chesapeake Bay MD
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Wind Horse (MKII) has an over the counter power boat dodger with a few modifications. Spefically, the back frame has been cut to aid getting it around the backstay during assembly. A fitting holds the two ends together. Also the bimini has been cut to fit the stay.
As for the traveller, if it is the small type that fits between the seat, it can be moved to the front of the cockpit. WH was originally set up that way to accomodate a wheel that was never installed. In either case you will have to move the traveller, or come up with another method like double tackles attached to pad eyes on the cabin top. Otherwise you will have the dodger only covering half of the cockpit. Since you are cruising I would suggest you conside the double tackle method since it is easy to convert back to a standard vang/mainsheet setup if you do decide to race. A lot of what you do will be determined on your boom and if you want to put a bail in it.
Mike M
SV Wind Horse
#375
Galveston, Tx
Mike M
SV Wind Horse
#375
Galveston, Tx
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A couple of pictures are attached that demonstrate what Mike is referring to. I would think if you are wanting a Dodger (wind & wave blocker) you would not need to move the traveler, but for a Bimini (sun shade) you would need to get the main sheet out of the way.
The pictures relate to a Bimini.
Hope this helps.
Thanks,
Ralph.
PS: Mike; best of luck in your new adventures. I hope to see the new owner of your boat on the forum here, and taking good care of Wind Horse in the next chapter of her life.
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Silver Fox
C&C 27 - Mk II - #417 (1974)
Norfolk, Virginia.
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