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Subject: New Prop for Yanmar YSE8 on T500/501


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 27/06/06 23:51:58
I got some useful sites from people a while back, but have discovered my Prop is definately pink and will need replacing.

I lack knowledge in this space and have trawled the archives which have proved fruitful. So some questions:

1. How do I determine the maximum RPM for the prop?
2. How do I determin the GB ratio. 2:1 or 3:1?
3. Given the 360 rudder, has anyone sucessfully fitted a folding prop without eating the rudder?

I know my shaft is 7/8" (22mm) and I have a YSE8. I believe 3 blades would be inefficient as engine is underpowered and under sail there would be too much drag.

Anything else I should find out?

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Subject: Buying a 300


Author:
Nigel Morton
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Date Posted: 28/06/06 13:10:30
Hi All , i am returning to sailing after a 5 year break with a tin tent and have the 300 in mind, can anyone tell me if there are any areas for concern with the 300 ,
i aim to keep her on the river Orwell in suffolk with local cruising and the odd trip to holland in mind .

thanks in advance for any advice / comments or even just chit chat

Nigel .

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Subject: Fresh water tank


Author:
Barrry
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Date Posted: 30/06/06 16:34:10
Hello,

Does anyone know where I can get a replacement flexible fresh water tank for a 300?

Thanks

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Subject: T500 Window Thickness?


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 21/02/06 18:50:49
When my windows were replaced last summer, I was told that the minimum thickness of perspex for marine use had changed since the trapper 500 was first built.

Is that true?

My problem is that the windows seem to be too stiff (not flexible enough) to wrap to the deck and the self tapping screws all work their way loose after a few weeks, to cause gaps for water to run thru.

What thickness should I use? Has anybody els had this prob?

Getting sick of the drips...

Neil

p.s. recent postings may indicate I'm already getting sick of ownership. NOT TRUE! Just a bit overwhelmed with the one-thing-after-another syndrome.

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Subject: T300 Solent - Scrubbing Piles


Author:
Tony
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Date Posted: 3/04/05 11:07:53
One of the mags recently had a piece about scrubbing a boat on piles between tides. Must admit its not something I've done before.

Can anyone tell me what the T300 deep fin is like doing this and if there is anywhere in Portsmouth Harbour to do it?

Thanks for all tips/suggestions.

Tony

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Subject: Lee helm


Author:
Dave Stevenson
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Date Posted: 20/06/06 0:04:24
Can anyone help remove a small amount of lee helm in all conditions , on both tacks on my ts240 please?

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Subject: Trapper 500 Rigging


Author:
Ian Croft
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Date Posted: 20/06/06 13:22:15
Am the proud owner of a TRapper 500 (Plover) based in Portsmouth Harbour. I'm looking for advice / information on setting up the standing rigging.

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Subject: yse 12 g or e


Author:
dale
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Date Posted: 24/06/06 10:36:19
can anyone give me any info on the difference between the yse12e & the yse12g. i Believe that one is three to one ratio & one is two to one ratio. I have the 12e on my trapper 500 but have bought a 12g in excellent condition. will i need to change props? what are the pros & cons of each engine etc?????

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Subject: Trapper 950-Checkmate


Author:
Paul Hockey
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Date Posted: 24/06/06 9:48:23
Hi, Check-mate now fully refurbished resides in Poole Harbour and is raced on the EDSC Friday eve series, her handicap for PYRA is .901 which makes her the fastest yacht on that night, however I would like to hear from other owners as she cant seem to beat the Evolution 26's that join us from Lilliput SC, Check mate was Czech mate and is a mast head rig, look forward to hearing from anyone.

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Subject: Trapper improvement page updated


Author:
Anders
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Date Posted: 13/06/06 1:42:24
The Trapper improvement page is updated with this springs efforts on my boat. Genua rails, wooden floorings,furler in anchor locker (Swedes and Brian go bow in) and cabin lockers. Welcome to pop in and please contribute with your improvements, it might be an inspiration for all of us Trappers.

http://web.telia.com/~u66006007/trapper/

Best

Anders

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Subject: Clyde area Trappers


Author:
Keith
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Date Posted: 15/05/06 20:51:35
Hi, just wondered if there are any other trapper owners sailing about the clyde area.

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Subject: TRAPPER 500 with YSE 8 YANMAR ENGINE


Author:
Dino MOSCHINI
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Date Posted: 23/06/06 0:35:09
I own with enthusiasm a TRAPPER 500 with YANMAR YSE8 engine since 1999. I should be interested in finding the owner handbook both for boat and engine.
Boat is possibly 1980 due to the inside configuration (freezer, double wash-basin, etc). Engine is fabrication number 81335, posssibly 1986.
I got the engine handbook available from web site, but the quality was unreadable.
Could someone help me?
Many thanks in advance.
Dino

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Subject: Trapper 501 race handicap


Author:
Andrew Maslen
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Date Posted: 16/06/06 10:55:57
Can anyone help me with regard to race handicap for a Trapper 501 twin bilge keel, not sure if there are many about but we recently entered the Ilfracombe Round Lundy Race - the Devon equivalent to the Round The Island IOW race & I am concerned that we were racing of a fin keel handicap, any advice or info much appreciated, thanks in advance.
Andy.

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Subject: Spinaker set up


Author:
Gareth O'Callaghan
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Date Posted: 13/06/06 13:46:53
Myself and two friends have bought a 1979 Trapper 500 called Midnight Trapper from Crosshaven Boatyard in Cork. We are truly delighted with the boat and have done some white sailing. We have a spinaker and pole and understand the previous owner never used it. We have no guys or sheets. I was wondering if anybody could advise us on the set up with the guys and sheets. Do we require a guy and sheet both sides or does one rope suffice each side? Do we require two blocks on each toe rail, one aft for the sheet and one midships for the guy? Also wondering what length these ropes need to be.
Congrats for a great forum- It is helping us already!!
Best Regards
Gareth

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Subject: Trapper 28 Sail settings


Author:
Ken
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Date Posted: 12/06/06 18:58:27
Newly aquired Trapper 28 owner having great difficulty in getting the mainsail to furl correctly. no trouble with 1st reef. no trouble with 3rd reef but cannot get sail to settle properly on 2nd reef. We have let go of the boom vang, cunningham and everything else we can think of. Any help please or diagrams of settings

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Subject: Trapper T28


Author:
Nigel Smallwood
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Date Posted: 11/06/06 0:56:28
I have a trapper T28 called YN RIBBEY which is manx gaelic for The Gin Trap based in Douglas Isle of Man. Prior to this she was called Elsa and based in Peel in the Isle of Man. I wondered if anybody Knows a bit about the history of this boat. She was built in 1978.

Regards

Nigel

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Subject: TRAPPER 500 with YSE 8 YANMAR ENGINE


Author:
Dino MOSCHINI
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Date Posted: 6/06/06 0:04:24
I own a Trapper 500 since 1999 and I am enthusiastic about it. I use mainly for sailing so I use the motor just to exit from the port i.e. 500 feet only.
Now I realize that the level of the oil in the gear box clutch is low.
Could someone indicate me the proper oil type to be used ?
Many thanks in advance.
In the next future, as I am finding this web site just now, I will write more about such a "unique" sailing boat.
I live near Venice (Italy).

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Subject: P Bracket - cutlass bearing


Author:
Mike
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Date Posted: 5/06/06 11:53:57
My Trapper 300 has developed an unhealthy noise when under power. The noise is noticeable at slow speed and very noticeable when moving from forward to reverse. There is also a slight leak around the P bracket fastening when the propshaft is turning. I suspect the cutlass bearing or a bent shaft. I am reluctant to use the boat until this is fixed. To check the bracket and replace the cutlass bearing I assume that I will need to have the boat lifted out and remove the rudder to extract the shaft.
Has anyone any experience of the problem and are my assumptions correct.

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Subject: Origo cooker TS240?


Author:
Mary Brown
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Date Posted: 31/05/06 0:02:37
Being unable to satisfy the gas regs we are sadly contemplating ditching our excellent gas cooker in favour of an Origo. I found a thread in 2003 where someone says it fitted his Trapper - but which Trapper? His name was Ian. Has anyone fitted one in a TS240? From the dimensions they quote it looks as though it may only be possible to fit one without gimbals in the pull-out galley. And how well do they work? Any comments appreciated.
Thanks.

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Subject: yse 12 blown head gasket


Author:
Dale
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Date Posted: 24/05/06 19:54:13
Just blew my head gasket getting to cowes on saturday in 44 knots of wind does anyone know of a good rev counter to buy for a yse12 i believe there are issues to be addressed with this engine? also could anyone give any info on the trapper meets as i would love to attend.

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Subject: Considering buying a T500


Author:
Cathel McGlashan
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Date Posted: 28/05/06 22:53:24
Hi folks
After some deliberation and internet research we are considering several boats but the one that seems to best satisfy our requirements is a trapper 500. Problem is there don't seem to be any for sale in the West of Scotland and so buying one may require us to travel to South England. Any body know of either one for sale up here, or one it would be possible to look at before going down?

Thanks in advance for any advice.

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Subject: Solent This Weekend?


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 28/04/06 16:13:03
Hi All!

I plan to be out and about on Sunday and Monday in the Solent and wondered if anyone was around had any plans. Looking at the tides I'm thinking Bembridge, CHichister or Langstone at the moment, but open to sugggestions...

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Subject: Dimensions of Trapper 300


Author:
Ian
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Date Posted: 18/05/06 12:52:58
Hi Folks

Does anyone have I, J, P and E dimensions for the trapper 300?

I'm looking to get quotes for a roller reefing system - so any recommendations would also be welcome!

Thanks Ian

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Subject: Wanted! TS240/T250 No 1 Genoa.


Author:
Alan Lambton
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Date Posted: 19/05/06 23:51:21
Hi TS240/T250 folk,

Does anyone have a TS240 No 1 Genoa that is in need of a good home?

I have always used a roller reefing genoa (its all I have) and would like to find out if I am missing out!

Cheers, and good sailing - if we ever get the weather!

Alan.

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Subject: Trapper 500 - Rudder


Author:
Ed Bowness
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Date Posted: 22/05/06 20:02:03
This issue has probably come up before. Soon after launching 'Florence' this year a crack appeared along the line of the seam in the top edge of the rudder. A very small hairline crack had been apparent (I think) before but this is now suddenly very visible, perhaps 0.5-1mm wide and 150mm long, towards the trailing edge. I would appreciate hearing how other T500 owners have tackled this problem. I'll monitor it and I'm hoping that this can wait until next winter for any remedial measures (ie draining and repairing). Is this being complacent or are more urgent and more radical measures called for?

Ed Bowness

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Subject: Solent Meet


Author:
Richard Swire
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Date Posted: 16/05/06 11:59:46
Never sailed in a proper gale, never been in the solent at its worst, then come to this summers Trapper meet, the last two have had awful weather. Joking aside I am tempted to hold it in my back garden. Where, and when and who will be attending. 28, 300 500 and 501. ex owners and those interested. I wait in anticipation

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Subject: Prop Info/Trapper 28


Author:
colum Mcevoy
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Date Posted: 20/05/06 21:44:15
can anyone help me with some prop info. I have fitted a 10Hp Nanni to my trapper 28. I dumped the dolphin, but I want to use the original 19mm shaft. What sort of prop do I need for this layout and where can I get one.

Thanks Again for all the previous help.

Colum

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Subject: Trapper 300 sleeping arrangements


Author:
Fiona and Robin
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Date Posted: 27/04/06 23:06:54
Hello Trapper owners!

We have a 1978 Trapper 300. We have the layout with two bunks on either side of the main saloon which are formed by lifting the backs of the seats up.

The trouble is that Robin is a bit tall for the forepeak so we are considering ways of creating a double berth in the main saloon.

Has anyone managed this and if so how? We'd welcome your ingenious ideas!

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Subject: Rudder


Author:
Richard Swire
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Date Posted: 16/05/06 12:01:56
Well it finally came off, me swinging on it and my good pal stood on the stock. Any idea what the plastic bearings are, cos I have an old chopping board at home!!!

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Subject: Trapper 500


Author:
Philip Watts
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Date Posted: 8/05/06 15:03:59
Helo, I am looking at a Trapper 500 which apart from the obvious things required on a boat of its age it looks quite good. Are there any major concerns to look for?
Also the forward hatch is past its sell by date. How are these replaced? as the shape of the deck angle makes a standard replacement look unlikely
Any advice gratefuly received.
Philip

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Subject: Wanted: Trapper 500/501


Author:
Colin
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Date Posted: 14/05/06 0:28:55
I'm looking for a trapper 500/501 preferably with fin keel in good condition. Willing to pay up to £13,000 for the right yacht. South Coast preferred.

Contact on colinmatthews@msn.com

Colin

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Subject: New Trapper owner MAYBE


Author:
Michael Walsh
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Date Posted: 18/04/06 13:37:56
Hi, i am in the process of buying a 1974 Trapper 28. I am getting a survey carried out at 9am tomorrow so will be a proud owner this time tomorrow all going well and provided the other interested party back away!
She seems very reasonable ie 7500 euro, would you consiedr this a good price, the dolphin is on its last legs.
Any other info anybody has would be great
Regards
Michael

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Subject: T500 Rudder


Author:
Richard Swire
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Date Posted: 4/05/06 17:26:56
So having undone all the nuts,screws and anything in the vicinity, a swift tap on the stock and......... you guessed, bugger all. Now not wishing to get a bigger hammer, have I missed something and is there a hidden bolt that can only be reached by a vertically challenged bolemic person?

In anticipation, many thanks

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Subject: Deck surfaces


Author:
Graham H
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Date Posted: 27/02/06 11:35:47
I have decided to resurface the decks on my T500 "Auriole". I could just use ordinary non slip deck paint but it seems a bit "final", so am rather reluctant to do this.

Also I fancy fitting a wood floor in the saloon.

Anyone advice or comments?

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Subject: Bulkhead Door Plastic


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 28/04/06 16:15:40
So the black trim around the bulkhead door finally fell off last w/e. It was sagging for a while but finally gav up the ghost. Can anyone recommend the best glue for fixing it back up to the wood?

I plan to scrape off all the old glue and fix it up before I leave on Monday afternoon - best not sleep with all those solvent fumes on-board ;-)

Any Thoughts?

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Subject: Sail number


Author:
Richard
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Date Posted: 14/04/06 10:39:07
Just bought a Trapper and planning on where to start working on the repairs.

I want to find out a little about my new yacht's history.
She is a Trapper 28 called Trapper Tass and has a sail number Y1056.

If anybody can give me any information it would be greatly appreciated.

Please pass on any suggestions of modifications you would make or things that need special attention on these boats. She is quite basic...but brilliant!

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Subject: Drying out


Author:
Brad Croshaw
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Date Posted: 7/02/06 23:44:36
Hello,

I'm intending to dry Much Ado out against the piles at Itchenor next week for a quick scrub and inspection etc. She's a T500, 1973 vintage, with a lead keel which has a flat bottom section not the C&C shark fin shape.

Has anyone done this and if so did the boat settle down at the bow, stern or level?

Obviously i'll move most things central in the cabin and put some weight on the side deck to give her some lean into the piles but I'm not sure of the balance.

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Subject: Trapper 501 Mainsail Configuration


Author:
Del
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Date Posted: 20/04/06 23:58:33
Hi folks, I'm looking for my first yacht and the T501 looks a good choice to me and confirmed by many replies in the Forum. The boat I like has rolling boom mainsail which I have never used before. What are the advantages/disadavantages of the roller main sail and is conversion to slab reefing difficult/expensive?

Thanks in advance for any replies.

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Subject: mainsheet traveler car


Author:
Erwin Casteels
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Date Posted: 24/04/06 14:04:23
Hi Trapper addicts,

Last weekend, after a succesfull relaunch and two great sailing days on 'Banzai', my 1997 Trapper 500, the car on the mainsheet traveler got broken.

Does anyone on knows if I can replace it with a standard car (Harken, Lewmar,...) ??
I hope I do not have to replace the traveler itself...

Kind regards,

Erwin

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Subject: Comment on trapper site


Author:
Ian
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Date Posted: 20/04/06 1:15:01
Hi Folks

When researching the Trapper before purchasing I found it really hard to find useful information on the web.

I'm trying (and struggling) to put together a decent site with useful info (and forums) at www.trapper300.co.uk

I'd appreciate it if you could take a look and offer any useful feedback/advice/content/links that would be useful to add.

All feedback welcome - this can be left either on the forum or via a 'contact us' link on the main page.

Thanks in advance!

Ian

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Subject: Engine Coupling T28


Author:
colum Mcevoy
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Date Posted: 15/04/06 17:47:55
I am fitting a 10hp nanni to my Trapper 28. The old dolphin had a rubber (layrub) coupling which joined the shaft to the back of th engine and acted as a shock absorber. The new one I ordered from the Nanni dealer appears to grip the shaft instead of pinning it and dose not appear to have any rubber (absorbing) material attached. I noticed a similar coupling on a yanmar. Is this the right set up.

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Subject: To the South Coast


Author:
Ed & Sue Bowness
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Date Posted: 10/04/06 15:27:43
We are intending to sail our East Coast based Trapper 500 ('Florence' Sail No 252) to the South Coast during August and would be interested to meet any Trapper 500's in the Solent area. - Ed & Sue Bowness

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Subject: Trapper 300 wiring


Author:
Ian
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Date Posted: 11/04/06 12:48:49
Hi All,

I am in the process of rewiring my Trapper 300. I have completed the inside work and am now turning my attention to the external components, running lights, wind and VHF connections. I need to access the existing deck fitting connections - it looks as though I need to remove the head lining in the fore cabin. Is this right? and if so how do I do it?

Thanks

Ian

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Subject: Trapper 28 Keel


Author:
Richard
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Date Posted: 14/04/06 10:24:55
I read somewhere that it is not possible to dry a Trapper 28 out against a wall because of the shape of the Keel, is this correct? If it is possible is there anything I should know about?

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Subject: Rigging a Trapper 300


Author:
ConorF
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Date Posted: 5/04/06 14:53:57
Hi All,
I am a first time boat owner, who is very soon to take owership of a trapper 300. Unfortunately I have only realised today that I will be getting her delivered with the mast unstepped. My boatyard will step the mast but will not rig her. I'm now stuck wondering what are the guidelines to rigging, tensions on stays etc other pitfalls, can I do this with a simple wrench or do I need somesort of torsion wrench??? Any help would be greatly apreciated!
Thanks,
Conor

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Subject: Trapper 300 Spinnaker


Author:
Parky
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Date Posted: 26/03/06 17:08:57
Hello,

I bought a Trapper 300 last season (which was my first sailing season!) and had a wonderful time sailing it around the Clyde.

Unfortunately the boat I don't have a spinnaker, and the boat's going to be moved to the south coast this season, so I think I'll be needing one!

I've no idea what to look for, the size or type. Can anyone give me some advice? Can you buy them secondhand?

Many thanks,

Parky

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Subject: Advice trapper 300


Author:
Barry
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Date Posted: 29/03/06 9:26:26
Hello,

I'm think of buying a Trapper 300 and would like some advice on what the 300 is to sail.

I'm used to sailing a Suprise 8.4m here on lake Geneva. The weather on the lake can be quite gusty and it's not uncommon to have a force 7 with a swell of about 1.5m. I was wondering how the 300 sails.

Thanks for any information you can give me.

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Subject: Trapper 300 P bracket


Author:
Peter Kersey
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Date Posted: 9/03/06 21:07:20
At the end of last season I found the P bracket screws had become loose. This appears to have been due at least in part to a de-zinced propeller that was out of balance. It has been suggested that I replace the screws with through bolts. That would necessitate cutting the old bolts through the glassed in section of hull. Is this really necessary or can I just tighten the screws (could this be OK with the new balanced Prop?), can one glue them in place? Does anyone have any advice on this problem?
Thanks in anticipation.
Peter

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Subject: Looks like you might be getting a new member


Author:
Richard
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Date Posted: 19/03/06 1:09:00
I am in the process of buying a 1968 Trapper 28. It is my first boat. Wondering just what I have let myself in for, I thought I would search the Internet.

After reading everyones input I have gone from quiet confidence at a great decision, to panic, wondering if I will need to sell a Kidney to afford the repairs to a feeling that at least there will not be a problem I will face that you have not already had...I may become a regular 'contributor' to this board.

Thanks in advance
Richard

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Subject: Cockpit Locker Lids


Author:
Peter Burton
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Date Posted: 28/02/06 19:51:30
The craftmen built wooden locker lids on DRY FLY (T500 built 1980) are now in a state of delapidation despite many years of devoted care and lashings of epoxy resin. They are built of tongue and groove hardwood half-lapped onto a three-sided frame, with TrackMark covering. What suggestions have you for replacement? Tongue and grooved hardwood again ? marine ply? GRP?

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Subject: AVS for a T500


Author:
Richard Marsh
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Date Posted: 15/03/06 19:24:45
I've recently become aquainted with the delights of owning a Trapper 500, built 1972. During my Yachtmaster course we learnt about angles of bouancy, and I would like to know where I stand on this. Can anyone help me on this?

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Subject: TRAPPER PROPELLOR


Author:
Danny Kevan Cache Trappe
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Date Posted: 6/03/06 23:20:47
looking for a 11x10 L/H prop to fit a 3/4 shaft. any body got one or know of where to find one ? Oh hi Nick, I haven't been on the forum for a while, best regards Danny.

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Subject: T 300 cutlass bearing


Author:
Chris Fagg
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Date Posted: 5/03/06 20:09:30
Does anyone know the dimentions of a T300 cutlass bearing. I have measured it as 3/4" shaft- easy, 3" long- easy. External diameter I make 1.218" but I assume it must be 1.25" as cutlass bearings are this size. Can any one help?

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Subject: Round The Island - Bafling Entry Form


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 24/02/06 10:06:57
Just tried to complete an online form, but have never entered a race before and I'm baffled at the number of dimentions, specifically the sail...

Does anyone have complete T500 dimentions for a 1979 (or close) T500 with [original] roll around the boom reefing?

I assume it goes in as an ISC class boat...

Thanks,

N

http://www.roundtheisland.org.uk/web/code/php/main_c.php?map=rir&ui=rir1&style=std&override=§ion=entries&page=onlineentry

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Subject: Trapper 28 Replacement Engine (Next Step)


Author:
colum Mcevoy
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Date Posted: 16/02/06 20:39:28
Hi Everybody, I have bought the nanni 10hp and intend to fit it in place of the dolphin. I have to replace the engine bed and the price I was quoted was £600.00 stg to glass in the bed and move the raw water intake. This price dose not include fitting the engine which is another € 1000.00. As I am on a budget I was thinking of doing it myself. I have worked with glass fibre in the past but only in a small way, dingys etc. I intend to marry the engine to the orignal shaft which is 19mm. I have been advised that a 12 x 7 or 11 x 8 pitch propellar would fit. Any advice on the above would be gratefully received. I would have preferred a lombardini but could not find one second hand.

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Subject: RNLI Sea Check Scheme


Author:
John Woodhouse
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Date Posted: 26/02/06 19:02:10
Apart from being a Hamble based Trapper owner I am a Sea
Check volunteer with the RNLI.

This is a completely free, friendly and confidential
service that looks at safety aspects involved with your
boat. SEA Check is neither a test nor an inspection and
there is no pass or fail. Conducted by a highly trained
volunteer SEA Check is a personal face-to-face safety
advice service that takes place on board your own craft.

The one-to-one service gives an opportunity to ask any
niggling questions on equipment or emergency procedures.

Benefits of this totally free service include:

· A free independent check of safety equipment.
· An opportunity to discuss safety matters.
· The satisfaction of completing a check.
· A sticker showing your boat has completed the check.
· Your copy of the check form.
· Free Safety literature.
· Helping the RNLI in its core activity of saving lives
at sea.

If Trapper - or indeed other boat owners in the Solent
area- wish to arrange a Sea Check, or have any questions
please feel free to contact me direct at
jw.woodhouse@btopenworld.com. Alternatively the RNLI can
be contacted direct on Freefone UK: 0800 328 0600

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Subject: In search of a TS 240


Author:
Eric Benedict
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Date Posted: 23/02/06 19:08:43
Does anyone know of a TS240 for sale? I am on 07774 172 668 or 020 8947 8423

Any pointers and guidance greatly appreciated

Eric Benedict

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Subject: T500 Lighting circuit - How many Amps?


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 20/02/06 13:14:42
I have circuit breakers and don't know what/where the fuses are on the boat, so difficult to tell the loading on the light circuit...

I'm looking at buying a multimeter to use for some fault diagnostics -- my main saloon light is driving me nuts, and the brand new replacement isn't working, but I can't see what would could be broken! It's one of those simple silver rotating lights.

The question is... Can I use a multimeter to read the voltage across the connections if it's maximum amp rating is 10A?

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Subject: Trapper 300 Upholstery


Author:
Fiona & Robin
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Date Posted: 12/02/06 23:29:47
We need to replace the upholstery on our boat. We were thinking of separating the cushions from the plywood bases and holding them in place with velcro. This would allow the covers to be removed for cleaning.

Are there any good reasons not to do this and to stick with the stapled on upholstery?

All opinions most welcome.

Thanks,

Fiona & Robin

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Subject: Bolting Saloon windows on T500


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 22/02/06 13:58:44
Am considering bolting my windows to the deck so I can ensure a good seal. Anybody done this? Used "Interscrews"?

Mastic has failed (again) and the self tapping screws have become so loose in places I'm not sure a larger screw would be able to gain purchase.

Current plan is to buy some 5mm neoprene sheeting (made specially for the job) to act as a gasket and seal the window in situ.

Wondered if the inner-mouling might cause problems with bolting thru...

Will cost about £80 for both sides, but if it keeps the rain (and sea) out I'll be a very happy man...

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Subject: T500 Windlass


Author:
Alan Gilmour
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Date Posted: 20/02/06 11:12:25
Having bitten the bullet and decided to fit an electric windlass to my T500 "Eun Mara", I am now presented with the problem of where to fit it. Living on a mooring I keep my Bruce anchor stored in the anchor locker and I don't want to intrude on the locker space. It would appear the best way would be to fit a Quick Rider 712 180deg vertical unit without hawsepipe, aft of the anchor locker and let the chain spill into the locker, with perhaps a little assistance from my foot. I think any unit with a hawsepipe mounted aft of the locker would mean fitting a pipe in the fcsle leading into the chain locker which is not really deep enough to allow jam free (25M + rope)chain reception.
I would be grateful for any info from anyone who has fitted one.

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Subject: How do you "CHOKE" a bildge pump


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 16/02/06 18:07:17
I've been looking though the trapper manual whilst thinking about some servicing jobs I have planned and it says, "it is nearly impossible to Choke a Henderson bilge pump".

I have to service my pump as it looks like it will soon be(if not already) perished. It stopped working and always seemed to take 30 punps to get any water from the bilge into the drink.

Is mine choked? How would I know?

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Subject: Winch Referb


Author:
Neil
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Date Posted: 14/02/06 12:27:29
Can you send the external parts of the winch off somewhere to have a fresh coat of chrome on them?

My Genoa winches are looking fairly tired, and whilst I'll be servicing them soon and trying not to lose those dreaded springs, I wondered if there were any pros/cons to getting them re-coated.

I wonder it it would help improve the grip.

They are the usual Lewmar ST30's (or is it 32), not S/T anyway.

Cheers

NAJS

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Subject: Service of sea cocks & engine replacement


Author:
Roger Geddes
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Date Posted: 13/02/06 20:47:26
Hi can anyone help? I have a Trapper 500/501 interior in which we are installing a new Beta 16. I would like to check & service all the sea cocks while there is no engine in place but can't see how to remove the originals as they seem to be glassed in externally & I don't want to damage anything by being brutal. The sea cock to the wc basin seems to be the only one which has an external skin fitting but this valve is almost inaccessible - I guess that the furniture was built in after the sea cock was installed - there surely had to be a better location for this.
Has anyone removed or serviced any of these valaves - if so your advice would be very much appreciated.
If anyone is interested in the engine swop I will let you know how it goes.
Many thanks
Roger Geddes (T500 Rebecca)

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