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gmcdent
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Initially Posted - 09/02/2004 :  06:23:18  Show Profile
Trailer needed for 1983 Catalina 25ft fin keel. Or if I can't get one, where do bi buy those stands to support the hull during storage in my backyard. How many and what do the call them and approximate cost. In Connecticut, I have to start thinking about this now.

Thanks for any help.
George C. on At Last
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kenobie51
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Response Posted - 09/02/2004 :  09:20:11  Show Profile
George,
West Marine sells boat stands. You need four. They come in various heights. Maybe someone else can tell you which size, as I have a swing keel on a trailer. The best known manufacturer of stands is Brownell. www.boatstands.com

Larry Knobel
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on Cayuga Lake, NY
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JoergK
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Response Posted - 09/02/2004 :  17:11:51  Show Profile
Although boat stands are cheaper you may want to consider a sailboat cradle (it's safer). Check www.jowi.com, approx $800 for a cradle for the C-25.
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Dave Laux
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Response Posted - 09/02/2004 :  18:12:13  Show Profile
Stands are only safe on resonably level ground and if you are on reasonably well drained soil that is able to stand moderate bearing pressure. Then they need to be chained together across the keel. If you are in a high wind area the rig should be down. Dave
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oldsalt
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Response Posted - 09/02/2004 :  19:56:48  Show Profile
I agree that a cradle is the best way to go for security. If you choose stands make sure they're chained together and properly placed to prevent slippage. And you can buy a fifth stand so you can move one at a time to allow you to bottom paint under the stands.

No matter which you choose, be sure that the keel supports almost the entire weight of your boat and the jack stands or cradle supports are adjusted to provide stability.
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Champipple
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Response Posted - 09/08/2004 :  11:33:20  Show Profile  Visit Champipple's Homepage
Our club will not allow the mast up with stands. We use 5 stands for our swing keel. 2 sets plus on bow stand. All are chained together

dw
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