Re: [MBZ] OT: Can a boat like this be easily towed/launched with my MB/Van?
Wow, thanks to all the good folks on both the Mercedes and Vanagon listservs for the great info! Sounds like both the 300TD and Vanagon should be able to tow a small daysailer (sub-23'), at least for short distances), which is what I needed to know. I got some initial and subsequent negative feedback on the MacGregor boats, so does anyone have some specific suggestions for a small daysailer? Must be able to sleep four (2 adults 2 kids), preferably with a small head and still be light, maneuverable and trailerable. San Juan 21? http://seattle.craigslist.org/boa/97779384.html TIA On 9/15/05, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > The wife wants a daysailer, so I'm looking around for the largest > trailerable boat I can find (for cheap), but I'm concerned about the > feasibility of managing that kind of weight behind my rigs on a > regular basis. Anyone got some experience, tips for me? > > http://seattle.craigslist.org/boa/97586530.html > > Thinking of setting up both my 300D and Vanagon for tow duties. > Though I prefer the MB due to the auto-tranny and mo-powah, I already > have the hitch for the Van installed. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: '87 300TD intercooler (209k) '84 300D (204k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (185K)
Re: [MBZ] OT: Can a boat like this be easily towed/launched with my MB/Van?
Casey,, The MacGregor boatswere built on the light side. It has a swing keel and the pivot point can become elongated and then the lateral strength is severely reduced. If you can get it onto a sling so that you can check that area. More difficult with it sitting on a trailer. Also, if it's got a small outboard on the transom, make sure to check the transom connection to the hull all around. Hope it works out and pleasant sailing. Take care, Chuck Phoenix, AZ.. Now in Alexandria, VA 1980 300SD w/342,000 now on the odo.. On Sep 15, 2005, at 10:15 AM, Zeitgeist wrote: The wife wants a daysailer, so I'm looking around for the largest trailerable boat I can find (for cheap), but I'm concerned about the feasibility of managing that kind of weight behind my rigs on a regular basis. Anyone got some experience, tips for me?
Re: [MBZ] OT: Can a boat like this be easily towed/launched with my MB/Van?
john call me at 1-800-741-5252. I can't reach you by phone and don't know exactly which vacuum pump repair kit you wanted. i just either get a fast busy or a message telling me you are in the flood zone and i can't call you gary At 10:59 AM 9/15/2005, you wrote: Zeitgeist wrote: >The wife wants a daysailer, so I'm looking around for the largest >trailerable boat I can find (for cheap), but I'm concerned about the >feasibility of managing that kind of weight behind my rigs on a >regular basis. Anyone got some experience, tips for me? > >http://seattle.craigslist.org/boa/97586530.html > >Thinking of setting up both my 300D and Vanagon for tow duties. >Though I prefer the MB due to the auto-tranny and mo-powah, I already >have the hitch for the Van installed. > > I have no idea how much that weighs, but if its less than 3000lbs (1500kg) and has trailer brakes (750kg without) you can tow it. Although a lot of people will give you knee-jerk reactions that you are a bumbling idiot. I asked a similar question on mercedesshop and got blasted by everyone except 3 or so people. http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php3?t=118560 On the mbz list there was a guy over in Norway (I think) who increased the towing rating on his W124 300D and towed quite a large camper trailer all over the area for 6 weeks. He even got Mercedes to legally increase the towing limit on his car. So it is possible. You just have to make sure you pay attention to whats going on. If I remember correctly you're doing an intercooler project, which would mean you know exactly what you can and can not do with the car ;) Best of luck with it! John '79 300SD ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] OT: Can a boat like this be easily towed/launched with my MB/Van?
It's a good middle of the road daysailer. Daysailing is one of the most fun things to do on earth. Make sure there are no soft spots in the gel coat. Look for mushy places all over the boat, especially under/at the waterline. Push with your fingers. Everywhere. Like giving the boat a massage. If you find * one * then pass on the boat. It's like rust in the frame, only worse to fix. The boat can easily weigh 3000. Any fiberglass boat w/cuddy will be 1500 minium. My boat is an open cockpit 20 footer, and it weighs almost 1000, and I have almost no weight in the centerboard. If you are drysailing it, ie it is at a club or close to the water and all you need is a mule to launch, then you are fine. If you plan to tow it 30 minutes each way I would go carefully. Controlling a heavy boat in heavy braking is an eye opening experience. Start and stop towing a heavy load is murder on a transmission. I also own an older I/O runabout. It's ~4000 pounds. I tow it with an F-250 Ford HD pick-um-up truck and I still give plenty of room in front to stop. Richard --- Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > The wife wants a daysailer, so I'm looking around for the largest > trailerable boat I can find (for cheap), but I'm concerned about the > feasibility of managing that kind of weight behind my rigs on a > regular basis. Anyone got some experience, tips for me? > > http://seattle.craigslist.org/boa/97586530.html > > Thinking of setting up both my 300D and Vanagon for tow duties. > Though I prefer the MB due to the auto-tranny and mo-powah, I already > have the hitch for the Van installed. > -- > Casey > Olympia, WA > Biodiesel: > '87 300TD intercooler (209k) > '84 300D (204k) > Gashuffer: > '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (185K) > > ___ > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net > __ Yahoo! Mail - PC Magazine Editors' Choice 2005 http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Can a boat like this be easily towed/launched with my MB/Van?
Zeitgeist wrote: The wife wants a daysailer, so I'm looking around for the largest trailerable boat I can find (for cheap), but I'm concerned about the feasibility of managing that kind of weight behind my rigs on a regular basis. Anyone got some experience, tips for me? http://seattle.craigslist.org/boa/97586530.html Thinking of setting up both my 300D and Vanagon for tow duties. Though I prefer the MB due to the auto-tranny and mo-powah, I already have the hitch for the Van installed. I have no idea how much that weighs, but if its less than 3000lbs (1500kg) and has trailer brakes (750kg without) you can tow it. Although a lot of people will give you knee-jerk reactions that you are a bumbling idiot. I asked a similar question on mercedesshop and got blasted by everyone except 3 or so people. http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php3?t=118560 On the mbz list there was a guy over in Norway (I think) who increased the towing rating on his W124 300D and towed quite a large camper trailer all over the area for 6 weeks. He even got Mercedes to legally increase the towing limit on his car. So it is possible. You just have to make sure you pay attention to whats going on. If I remember correctly you're doing an intercooler project, which would mean you know exactly what you can and can not do with the car ;) Best of luck with it! John '79 300SD
Re: [MBZ] OT: Can a boat like this be easily towed/launched with my MB/Van?
Dunno, I know nothing about this size boat, though I believe I've seen smaller-type trucks and cars towing daysailers like this around. On 9/15/05, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Is it within allowable towing weight for the vehicles? Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: '87 300TD intercooler (209k) '84 300D (204k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (185K)
Re: [MBZ] OT: Can a boat like this be easily towed/launched with my MB/Van?
Is it within allowable towing weight for the vehicles? On 9/15/05, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > The wife wants a daysailer, so I'm looking around for the largest > trailerable boat I can find (for cheap), but I'm concerned about the > feasibility of managing that kind of weight behind my rigs on a > regular basis. Anyone got some experience, tips for me? > > http://seattle.craigslist.org/boa/97586530.html > > Thinking of setting up both my 300D and Vanagon for tow duties. > Though I prefer the MB due to the auto-tranny and mo-powah, I already > have the hitch for the Van installed. > -- > Casey > Olympia, WA > Biodiesel: > '87 300TD intercooler (209k) > '84 300D (204k) > Gashuffer: > '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (185K) > > ___ > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net > -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
