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U20 General Discussion / Re: Outboard HP size and bracket max weight
« Last post by Travis Gregory on June 15, 2024, 03:03:49 PM »
Many of the SF Bay (high current) sailors have the Honda 2HP.  it will push the boat along nicely at 5 knots.  Works great for no wind situations and is very light and easy to move around. The Suzuki 2.3 (or 5) is also nice and less than 30 pounds. Greg Henning has a monster outboard he uses when he needs to get back for a party (ask him). But you really don't want a bunch of weight hanging on the transom when you are racing.  So whatever you buy, consider you will be moving it into the cabin during the race. 

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U20 General Discussion / Outboard HP size and bracket max weight
« Last post by Ryan Ericson on June 15, 2024, 02:33:05 PM »
I have searched “outboard” and read the threads, but still have some questions. I will be replacing a 3.3hp 2 stroke.

What is the max weight for the stock outboard bracket system?

For those sailing in high current areas what size outboard do you use? Is a 2.5hp 4 stroke with full crew sufficient for long distances?

Example we will be racing next weekend in a 35 mile around a local island. If the wind dies we might be traveling some distance. This is typical for the San Juan Islands.

Thank you
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U20 General Discussion / Re: Loos Guage Conversion Chart
« Last post by Steve Shaw on June 04, 2024, 08:21:11 PM »
The difference in the PT-1 for the 5/32 1x19 and the 4mm Dyform shrouds is negligible. The tension register quite similarly with the Metric gauge.  Certainly not a difference maker.
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U20 General Discussion / Ullman Sails Tuning Guide 2024
« Last post by Steve Shaw on June 04, 2024, 08:17:30 PM »
Attached is a tuning guide I have put together based on our findings with the current sail designs used from 2022 forward.
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U20 Boat Maintenance & Care / Stringer Repair
« Last post by Ryan Ericson on May 29, 2024, 04:42:44 AM »
In cleaning hull #71 I came to notice severe checkering of the plywood stringer between keel box and mast post. I read the procedure to replace the wood stringer under common maintenance threads. I have not verified with a moisture meter, however the area seems to be isolated to a 5" section near the keel box. Only the outer veneer and paint have started to peel/chip off. Has anyone only repaired a small delaminated area or is replacement the only option?

Are you allowed to add some glass to this area, that is to extend the tabbing for 6 inches are so?

My thoughts on repair steps:

1. Remove loose plywood.
2. Sand smooth and taper void
3. Fill with thickened epoxy
4. Sand smooth
5. Paint repair area

Any help would be great
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U20 General Discussion / Re: Bow Sprit Paint / Carbon Mast Clear Coat
« Last post by Travis Gregory on May 28, 2024, 11:50:34 PM »
Gray, congrats on selling your boat.

You could check with Forte with regard to this question and get current recommendations.

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U20 Boat Maintenance & Care / The Old Setup Manual from the 90's
« Last post by U20 Site Moderator on May 27, 2024, 03:16:27 AM »
Lives on here.  Props to Kent Morrow, OG west coast dealer.

 8)



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U20 General Discussion / Re: U20SetupGuide.PDF
« Last post by Travis Gregory on May 27, 2024, 03:14:26 AM »
Here is the original.  I'll link this up to the maintenance thread and the front page.  This document is old...so there may be newer recommendations. Always good to ask someone.

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U20 General Discussion / Bow Sprit Paint / Carbon Mast Clear Coat
« Last post by Gray Shannahan on May 24, 2024, 04:48:32 PM »
Looking to repaint bow sprit and holster to be white. Any recommendations on paint?
Also looking to refresh clear coat on carbon mast. Any recommendations on product?
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U20 General Discussion / Re: U20SetupGuide.PDF
« Last post by Ryan Ericson on May 23, 2024, 06:47:33 PM »
Thank you. Very Helpful.
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