INVESTIGATOR 563

Raising the mast this morning and the casting in the base of the mast failed at one of the holes for the pivot pin.
Would anyone have one available or any ideas about what to do so that she doesn’t become a motor boat!
Located anywhere between the Gippsland Lakes and Woodend Victoria.

Thanks Ray

Tricksy came with the standard rudder which had been stripped of its gudgeons which were used on a timber, swing rudder which works fine. But I wouldn't mind replacing the two gudgeons and the bracket for the tiller at the top on the original rudder. Does anyone know where I might source these? I do...

Tricksy in 10-15 knots off Raymond Island last week.

Looking closely, I think the keel does have the fat trailing edge but it is disguised by the gunk on it.

I've always wondered why the keel wasn't extended a bit further aft and tapered to reduce drag in the production boats.

I always find that having people "helping" is a mixed blessing. I feel under pressure to hurry and I never know if they have done things as I would, so I end up spending time checking up on what they have done. Ends up no quicker than a solo job. The best thing I have found is having a saf...

Thanks Ian, Yes aware of the weather helm story and I too go down on the main size before going for a smaller jib. In this case, we were just trying all the sails to get a good look at them and the sheeting angles and we also wanted to have a clear view of the photo ship (and vice versa), so the lit...

Tricksy sailing off Raymond Island in light winds.

Thanks Raya - hope this works!

Only the storm jib up as we wanted to see our friends on their stink boat clearly. Tricksy still getting along passably even in light winds.

Good topic Atles, Sailing philosophy! I find the Investigator perfect for 2+ day cruises as the time/effort spent preparing and getting away is considerable compared to the small beach craft, it's not really a daysailer unless left rigged up somewhere. Agree with this except that with a well sorted...