Hi!,
Im still short a rudder box, I can live with making a tiller but the
aluminium box it attaches to is alluding me,anyone fall over one in a
post Christmas clean up?
Thanks
Roger
> Tim,
>
> Thanks for the reply, just a few minuites ago I borrowed a keel so I
> can cut one out, still looking for tiller/rudder bits and the chain
> plate off the bow. The tiller parts look to be difficult to copy so
> Ill have to keep looking, I will make something up for the mean
while.
> There seems to be very little happening with Corsairs at the moment,
I
> hear a rumour the current manufacturer may not be in business any
more?
> thanks,
> Roger
>
Hi Tim,
Mast rake will be determines by other factors and is mostly determined
by the sails centre of effort and how much windward helm you want to
achieve. (Or Nuetral / Lee helm if thats what you want....)
Other factors will come into play such as number of crew, seating and
or trapize use, centre plate rake etc. In other words its a balance
game and may require some trial and eror to get it right for your
boat. Of course the less "helm" you achieve the better as it reduces
rudder stall.
Hope this helps.
Regards
Paul Merritt
(A one time "want to own another corsair yachtie")
PS I now own a Trailer sailer and belong to a group called
http://trailersailerplace.com.au I'm sure if you wanted to get
involved in the forum there the guys would love to discuss such issues
and there ar some very experienced engineering types who love sharing
thier knowledge. Just a thought.
--- In CorsairAustralia@..., "Tim Oyston" <toyston@...>
wrote:
>
> Greetings,
>
> I have a question about mast rake. Can anyone provide me with a
simple
> measurement or method of determinig the best mast rake for the
Corsair?
>
> Regards
>
> Tim
>
Greetings,
I have a question about mast rake. Can anyone provide me with a simple
measurement or method of determinig the best mast rake for the Corsair?
Regards
Tim
Tim ,
If your still hanging around here, you could try the local Navy Cadet
unit for info, they all had Corsairs, some (Cairns for example) still
sail them. The Canberra Yahct Club has a few and were the ones to lend
me the keel to copy. Im still looking for a few bits and an owners
book would be handy!!!
Roger
-- In CorsairAustralia@..., "Roger" <torana68@h...>
wrote:
>
> Tim,
>
> Thanks for the reply, just a few minuites ago I borrowed a keel so I
> can cut one out, still looking for tiller/rudder bits and the chain
> plate off the bow. The tiller parts look to be difficult to copy so
> Ill have to keep looking, I will make something up for the mean
while.
> There seems to be very little happening with Corsairs at the moment,
I
> hear a rumour the current manufacturer may not be in business any
more?
> thanks,
> Roger
>
Tim,
Thanks for the reply, just a few minuites ago I borrowed a keel so I
can cut one out, still looking for tiller/rudder bits and the chain
plate off the bow. The tiller parts look to be difficult to copy so
Ill have to keep looking, I will make something up for the mean while.
There seems to be very little happening with Corsairs at the moment, I
hear a rumour the current manufacturer may not be in business any more?
thanks,
Roger
Roger,
I am a recent Corsair owner and I find the same vibe? I have been wanting
some feedback and advice but not much around. I have recently made a new
rudder. The centre board is basically a 6mm piece of aluminium. If you need a
template I could make one from mine and send it to you.
Regards
Tim Oyston
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[mailto:CorsairAustralia@...] On Behalf Of Roger
Sent: Saturday, 26 August 2006 5:34 PM
To: CorsairAustralia@...
Subject: [CorsairAustralia] Bits wanted
Hi,
Looking for a rudder and keel, any little rigging bits and the
whereabouts of Blue Waters Marine? seems Corsairs are a dying
breed...... most of the online links are no longer working or nothing
posted.
Roger
Queanbeyan
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Hi,
Looking for a rudder and keel, any little rigging bits and the
whereabouts of Blue Waters Marine? seems Corsairs are a dying
breed...... most of the online links are no longer working or nothing
posted.
Roger
Queanbeyan
<<Rigging plate.JPG>> Marcus,
Thanks heaps for the feedback. Your right, I'm considering all options. My
boat has these aluminium plates mounted on the back rest of the seats about
midway along for the kite lines to be cleated off. There was 2 fairleads on
the rear of the gunwales that I would like to replace with pivoting blocks if
I am to go to the rear of the boat.
Here is an image of the plate and the location. I have not seen these on any
other corsairs. Not that I have seen many.
Regards
Tim Oyston
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Tim
Thanks for the note. We have yet to use our spinnaker(s) but looking
at the boat it is possible to use a standard (at least it is on the
Farr 31 I sail on) hook-up where the sheets come outside and aft to a
block about 30cm from the transome on both sides. They then head back
to a plate gunwhale mounted on the c-track just inboard and aft of the
shrouds. The plate has a cam-cleat and fairlead and the sheet/brace
is controlled from here. It would be interesting to hear from more
seasoned Corasir sailors as to whether this is overkill - I have seen
photos of the sheets coming from the chute direct to the plate without
heading aft. With the comparatively light forces on the spinnaker
compared to larger boats, maybe the simpler second option might be
better. I intend to try both - I assume you would want to as well.
Hope that helps. Will try to send you some photos of our bits and
pieces.
Marcus
Greeting Marcus!
I am a recent new owner also of 157. However, I'm in the Illawarra about 1 hr
south of Sydney. Hope all goes well. I am doing a full restoration on my boat
and currently have it in bits and pieces. I would love to see an image of
your boat if you have one. I'm particularly interested in spinnaker line
rigging points and the overall deck layout.
Regards
Tim Oyston
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Sent: Thursday, 20 July 2006 3:24 PM
To: CorsairAustralia@...
Subject: [CorsairAustralia] Corsairs in Tasmania
Hi folks
Having become a recent Corsair owner, I am trying to track down any
other Corsairs sailing (or not) in Tasmania. I am aware of a number
of fleets (Port Dalrymple, TS Huon, Low head residents etc), but I am
sure there are more. Please drop me a line.
Marcus Allan
Corsair 836 Marauder
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Hi folks
Having become a recent Corsair owner, I am trying to track down any
other Corsairs sailing (or not) in Tasmania. I am aware of a number
of fleets (Port Dalrymple, TS Huon, Low head residents etc), but I am
sure there are more. Please drop me a line.
Marcus Allan
Corsair 836 Marauder
Greetings,
I am currently restoring my recently purchased Corsair 157 soon to be
named "Godspeed". I am search for best practice for riging and
launching the spinnaker? I have been told by an "Old salt" that my
boat is completly stock standard and original. Currently the boat has
these 2 aluminum plates that are fitted to each side in the middile of
the boat right on the back rest of the seat. These plates have a
fairlead and a camcleat and a saddle on each which I have used once
with the sheet feeding from a fairlaed on each side of the gunnal at
the rear. The rig seemed OK, but I thought that someone out there
might be doing better. There is not many other boats here in the
Illawarra to compare with. I would alos like to know if anyone out
there uses a bag to store and launch there spinnaker from? I was
thinking of having one hanging on each side of the mast. I would
really love to hear some other point of veiw on this.
Regards
Tim
Hi,
I would like to buy a second-hand corsair for me and my kids. If
anyone knows of one, somewhere in the Sydney / South Coast / Central
Coast region please let me know.
Thanks.
--- In CorsairAustralia@..., "Tim Oyston"
<toyston@t...> wrote:
>
> Does anyone have a copy of an original owner manual for a Corsair?
Hi , If you find one drop me a line, Id like a copy
Roger (Queanbeyan)
Does anyone have a copy of an original owner manual for a Corsair? It
would be great if it coulb be scanned to PDF and posted on this site
for all to check out. I have recently purchased Corsair 157 and have
been told by an old Corsair national champion that it is completely
original and and in great condition. I would love to see a copy of the
original manual to fully inderstand its set up before I consider any
alterations.
Thanks for those who contacted me refarding my quest for a secondhand
Cosair. I have purchased 157 for sale in North Sydney and am very
happy.
Regards
Tim Oyston
Hi,
I would like to sell my corsair manufactured by Havilland Marine
(Number 157).
The Corsair is in reasonably good condition considering her age and is
supplied with 1 spinnaker in good condition, 3 jibs and 2 main sail in
average condition.
There is also a registred trailer included (registered until dec 2006)
in good condition.
Price : 950 $
You could contact me on 04 17 933 987 or 04 15 895 340
Photos available on demand
Thanks
Emmanuel
Greetings,
I am looking for a secondhand Corsair for sale. Would appreciate any
feedback or contacts. I am located at Wollongong NSW and willing to
travel for the right boat.
Mob 0438 513 242
toyston@...
Greetings,
My children have just completed one season on Skyriders at the
Illawarra Yacht Club and they are in love with the sport. I have had a
couple sessions with my children on a friends Corsair at the club and
just love everything about it! I am keen to purchase a secondhand
Corsair to take my family sailing. I would appreciate any feedback,
advice or contacts on any possibilities. I am willing to travel. I am
willing to consider all conditions of repair.
Regards
Tim Oyston
toyston@...
Mob 0438 513 242
H 02 42266773
I have sailed once in a Corsair at the Frankston Yacht Club in 2005
and am totally smitten. I am now keen to sail more and am in the
market for a Corsair. I don't intend racing, just enjoying. Any help
would be appreciated in either what to look for, how to proceed, who
to contact, etc.
Doreen <corsairnsw@...> wrote: Subject: Corsair State Titles
Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2006 21:41:41 +1100
Hi Guys
Attached is the state Championship notice of race and the sailing
instructions.
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GO SAILING GO CORSAIR AT LAURIETON
We hope to see you there
Cheers Doreen
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Posted on behalf:
"Armstrong, Neil SQNLDR 1" <Neil.Armstrong1@...> wrote: Subject:
Anyone Selling their Corsair
Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2006 12:55:41 +1100
From: "Armstrong, Neil SQNLDR 1" Neil.Armstrong1@...
Ladies & Gents
Sorry to hijack Doreen's Corsair owner e-mail list, but I have finally secured
permission to set up the RAAF Williamtown Sailing Club. So I am now in the
market for a Corsair (or two if the price is right), as I'm keen for this club
to set up to sail these, then come on down and compete with you guys in this
class.
Is anyone in the market to sell their Corsair? Does anyone know of one for sale?
I have secured tentative agreement from TS Tobruk to sail together using their
Corsairs some time this session, and I've found Corsairs for sale in far flung
parts of the country, but was hoping you guys might have one or two for sale
local that I could take off your hands. So if you in the market to sell you
boat, please drop me a reply.
Heres hoping to hear from you.
Cheers
Neil Armstrong
Contact - Neil Armstrong (published by request)
PH: 02 4928 6820
Neil.Armstrong1@...
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Doreen <corsairnsw@...> wrote: Subject: Stan Vitnell
Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2006 07:26:53 +1100
Hello sailors, a reminder for the Stan Vitnell Memorial race at Budgewoi S.C.
Club boats are available call Ashley 43909295. We hope to see you all.
Dont forget to book for the dinner.
Happy Sailing Doreen
PS If you do not have Acrobat reader to view the attached document it can be
found at:
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Doreen <corsairnsw@...> wrote: Subject: Budgewoi S.C "Stan Vitnell
Memorial race "
Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2006 12:39:28 +1100
Hello sailors, we like to invite you for the Stan Vitnell Memorial race at
Budgewoi S.C. We are hoping to get a good roll-up.
Dont forget to book for the dinner.
Happy Sailing Doreen
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Doreen wrote: Subject: Corsair nationals
Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2006 22:36:37 +1100
Hi Sailors The race results and photo's are on the web.
I hope you all had a good time.
Don't forget to sent me your story and photo's.
Minutes from conference and debriefing is coming soon.
Go saling go Corsair
Cheers Doreen
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HI,
Starting to collect bits and pieces, if anyone is having a garage
clean out or wants to have one Ill have a look (Canberra area, plus up
to 200ks)
Roger
3 kids little money..........
Hi,
I actually have a bit of spare stuff lying around from my Corsair, I think I
have about six sets of sails, some of which are not in too bad condition. I
own a rather old corsair that I'm currently doing some work on. You are
more than welcome to have one of the jibs if you would like. I won't be
able to help until after the 8th of July though, because I'm currently in
the US on holidays. If you're interested , just send me an email and we can
sort something out. I also have several other spare parts but can't
remember how good a condition they are in (I think I may have three booms
and possibly some spare rudders lying around). I live in Bungendore, which
is just outside of Canberra (on the way to Goulburn).
Cheers,
Kyla Arentz
Hi,
I nicely picked up one of the Corsairs from the previous email on
Ebay. A bit of a dream come true for me and my young family.
She is in need of a little TLC and when sorted, we will do some
cruising around Westernport bay and the gippsland lakes and may even
race again one day when the kids grow up a bit.
To get on the water she will need:
a boom
a tiller and tiller extension
a set of mainsheet blocks
a decent cruising jib
an inspection port cover
mainsheet batterns
I am trying to avoid buying all of this new if possible, if you can
help with selling me any of your surplus or retired gear at a
reasonable price, please contact me via email or via mobile 0418 369
250.
Any tips on where else to seek much appreciated,
cheers,
Nick W
Tyabb, Victoria
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