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Replacing Sonata Windows

29th January 2011

finished window photo

by J Burgis. Why would you do that? Why? Because with age, they craze, discolour and crack around the fixing screws. This leads to leaks. If you … [Read more...] about Replacing Sonata Windows

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Single-point Lift

30th July 2008

by George Jack.  As part of a complete restoration of my Sonata, I decided to fit a single point lift attached to the keel bolts. I … [Read more...] about Single-point Lift

Filed Under: Gear Tips, Hints and Tips

Outboard Motor Stowage

4th May 2007

outboard bracket with motor

by Martin Hartley. The Sonata class rules state that The outboard motor shall be provided with a stowage bracket beneath the cockpit—but what kind … [Read more...] about Outboard Motor Stowage

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Mainsheet Travellers

4th May 2007

Simple aluminium support photo

by Jim Dominy.  … [Read more...] about Mainsheet Travellers

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Things that Work

4th May 2007

by Steve Goacher.  A boat that is easy to sail, where everything works and nothing breaks is essential to achieving consistency. It’s when the wind … [Read more...] about Things that Work

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Removing the Sonata Keelbolts

6th January 2006

keelbolt removed

I am getting the impression that more insurance companies are demanding surveys in order they may insure your Sonata. This was certainly the case with … [Read more...] about Removing the Sonata Keelbolts

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