Conference unifix::sailing

     See Note 197.1 for the fees for Great Bay Marine. I believe one
     might find it on the same order. I don't know if there are any
     sales taxes on Mass hauling.

     Example:  25 Ft LOA  8 Ft BEAM   = 200 sq Ft

               Parker River 
                            Storage --> $2.00/sq Ft @ 200 Sq Ft = $400.00
                            Bottom Wash $1.50/Ft @ 25 Ft LOA    = $ 37.50
                                                                  -------
                                                     Total      = $437.50

               Great Bay Marine
                            Storage --> $18.50/Ft LOA @ 25 Ft   = $462.50
                            Bottom Wash Included                =    0.00
                                                                  -------
                                                     Total      = $462.50

     If you don't live in the North Shore/Southern NH area the 
     inconvenience of trucking up to Portsmouth/Newington might make this
     seem less attractive.

     /jim

< Note 410.0 by ERIE::GREEN >
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>    Anybody found an alternative to:
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>    	$ 36.00/stand - purchase
>    The location is on the Parker River, just upstream from Plum Island.


    It's time to start my search for jack stands (the boat was on a
    yard cradle last year).  Can anyone suggest places to purchase stands
    other than the one in 410.0?  How are prices / availability /
    longevity?
    
    Also, so we'll have something to kick around, are there any good
    ground-rules for how far apart to place jack-stands?
    
    Thanks,
    Carl

>>> are there any good ground-rules for how far apart to place 
    jack-stands?
    
Yup, more is better. Observing boatyard practice seems to indicate about 
three pairs of stands is about right for a 30' boat. We use seven for 
our 32' boat -- the seventh is under the bow. Be a mite careful about 
putting fin keel boats on stands. As I recall, the owner's manual for 
our C&C 26 said not to allow more than 30% of the boat's weight to rest 
on the keel. Jack stands are not supposed to support the boat -- they 
should provide just enough pressure to keep the boat from falling over 
(see the current issue of Wooden Boat).

Try Brownell Boatworks, Matapoisett, MA. (617) 758-3774

They use Billy'ons and Billy'ons of jackstands and love to sell them too.

Montgomery's Boatyard on the Annisquam River in Gloucester has recently 
been leased to a couple local guys who are now operating as River 
Boatworks.  I've known one of the partners, Mark Sheldon, for nearly 20 
years, and can testify to his character, honesty and motivation.

As some of you may know, access to the yard is tidal, but that's not a 
problem for winter storage (outside only!).  Though prices are finalized 
yet, it's likely to be among the least expensive places around, simply 
because it's a dirt lot with only the basic services:  water by hose, and 
electricity if you bring your own cords.  Besides hauling (with either a 
truly unique travel-lift last in service at Story's Yard in Essex, or a 
Brownell trailer), they will clean the bottom and will do the covering.  
The rest all can be done by owners or others.  No engine work.  Sailboats 
appreciated most; cigarette-type powerboats not really welcome, though 
there's little chance the facilities will attract them!

So, if you're interested in a low-key alternative yard for the winter, 
call Mark at 546-2723.  That's his home number, so it would be nice to 
check and see if the River Boatworks number is listed before you try the 
home line.

J.

I can also offer personal testimony to Mark Sheldon's character and honesty.
Should be a good place.

Ross Faneuf

    
    
    Re: -.2
    
    Is this place (River Boatyard) still operating?  
    
    Thanks,
    
    Jeff