CamA 0 Posted February 17, 2021 Share Posted February 17, 2021 Am looking for a cradle for my 27ft long keeler, anyone know of any lying around unused that I could rent/borrow/buy? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fish 0 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 How long do you want one for? In that size range, you can get away with making one out of timber, which could be warranted if it is a longer term project. It is then fully dismantlable by removing various bolts, when you've finished. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ynot 44 Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 I got one for some rum Pickup kumeu I can load onto trailer with forklift I'll post pic later Where you based Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CamA 0 Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 Cheers ynot and fish!! I am nervous to build a wooden one as it would be used for the haul out too...that is unless you know a good design that wouldn’t come apart when moved...not sure of the boats weight but pretty thick carvel planks and big long keel...keen to check your cradle out ynot! I am on the shore but could come by with a trailer and some rum whenever suits! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ynot 44 Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 There it is found a pic on phone. More of a splash cradle. The back opens up so keel can pass through. Would need mods to suit hull shape. Easy to do it the way I did it. I'm guessing you where probably think different type of cradle. Anyway you are welcome to go look at it. Pm me for address Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CamA 0 Posted February 19, 2021 Author Share Posted February 19, 2021 Nice simple design but don’t think it will work with my long keel due to the cross members. Thanks a bunch for your help and consideration though! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kick Ass 47 Posted February 21, 2021 Share Posted February 21, 2021 Could be interested if your wanting to part with it? Modify into a 1050 hauling cradle. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ynot 44 Posted February 21, 2021 Share Posted February 21, 2021 It's yours if ya want it Pm me Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fish 0 Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 On 20/02/2021 at 12:45 PM, CamA said: Nice simple design but don’t think it will work with my long keel due to the cross members. Thanks a bunch for your help and consideration though! There is a wooden cradle at Weiti Boating Club that belongs to a modest length very old long keel boat (i.e. a proper classic). It is a proven design, as they've been using it for years. It is the same basic design as all of the steel cradles down there. I believe it is dis-assembled when not in use. It is where I got the idea for the suggestion from. The basic principle is the boat sits on the keel. The uprights just need to be strong enough to stop the boat from tipping over, but don't necessarily carry any load as such. PS, where are you planning on hauling? Plenty of cradles for rent at Weiti... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CamA 0 Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 Yes Weiti looks like a good option and seems quite affordable for long term. Was originally going to try and haul at little shoal bay but not sure whether they’ll be hauling out keelers this season. I am wanting repaint cabin sides and tops and might restep the mast. Weiti have a mast gantry by chance? Thanks a bunch for your help! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,568 Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 Yes to mast gantry. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CamA 0 Posted February 23, 2021 Author Share Posted February 23, 2021 Thanks so much for the info...will take a trip up to Weiti for a looksie! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fish 0 Posted February 23, 2021 Share Posted February 23, 2021 Weiti has the fully spec'ed hard stand run off treatment system as well. So you can actually wet sand your antifoul (not dry sand), not pollute the environment, and comply with a long list of regulations, all at the same time. I don't know much about shoal bay, accept that they get diggers stuck in the mud more often than not... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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