"Hi John,
Thanks so much for your generous offer. I am leaning toward a cleaner solution as you mentioned.
All the best. "
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To locate and connect with all current Hinckley Pilot 35 owners, and update the master list from the Danilek's 1984 book, "Pilot 35".
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Don/Jane Danilek 1984 Book, "Pilot 35"
Don and Jane Danilek, authors of the 1984 book, "Pilot 35", are members of this site. Don has contacted us to let us know, and spread the word, that he still has copies available. If you would like a copy of their book, please leave a comment on their page with your contact information. Click on Don and Jane Danilek
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Wood burning stove 2 Replies
I am thinking about putting in a wood burning stove on Morning Star. Anyone with any experience on your own Pilot with one? I think some originally came with one and maybe others were installed years…Continue
Started by Morning Star. Last reply by Morning Star Nov 5.
Self-tacking headsail
I'm planning to reinstall the original self-tacking headsail system on Fair Wind, my Pilot 35 Yawl. One of the previous owners replaced the self-tacking system with a roller furling genoa many years…Continue
Started by Fair Wind Oct 30.
Pilot hatch gasket? 1 Reply
looking to reseal or hatches and cockpit seats. any leads on material or suppliersThanks charlesContinue
Started by charles roberts. Last reply by A Cappella Oct 27.
wind vane steering on a pilot yawl?
Greetings!were considering some offshore travel and interested in wind vane or other self steering options for the yawl. any pilot yawls w wind vane self steering?thanksCharlesContinue
Started by charles roberts May 14.
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JAAN TOO FOR SALE
After almost 10 years of ownership it is time to pass Jaan Too onto another owner. She was repowered with a Yanmar 3YM30AE and has less than 90 hours. She is in excellent condition and moored in Coconut Grove, Florida. All service records are on file and a boat survey was carried for insurance purposes last year.
For more information feel free to contact me by text first.
Walter 305-542-1930
Article on the Pilot.
OOPs you can go on their website and look up back issues.
Posted by My Girl Groves Dinning on January 16, 2024 at 10:08am
Article on the Pilot
Everyone should read my article in the 2023 August issue of Points East Magazine about my story with the Pilot. I'm the guy in the centerfold.
Posted by My Girl Groves Dinning on January 16, 2024 at 10:06am
Bridge clearance height
I should already know this but does anyone know the bridge clearance height for a sloop. Thank you
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Self-tacking headsail
I'm planning to reinstall the original self-tacking headsail system on Fair Wind, my Pilot 35 Yawl. One of the previous owners replaced the self-tacking system with a roller furling genoa many years agonbut luckily kept the original jib boom and traveller. I've just begun the process of trying to find the original sail measurements for that headsail. Does any member have those numbers? Any info appreciated.- Mark AdamsSee More
"I think Hinckley may carry this. Mine are solid rubber and square shaped, but I think there is one that is the same shape but also hollow which might compress and seal better. I used to have some info but can't seem to locate. "
"Jay,
I have one that I took out years ago. I think it is s tiny tot which burned small pieces of wood and/or charcoal. It did fine but required frequent feeding and ash removal which occasionally made a mess. I removed the tiny tot and put in a…"
Wood burning stove
I am thinking about putting in a wood burning stove on Morning Star. Anyone with any experience on your own Pilot with one? I think some originally came with one and maybe others were installed years later. thanks for your help.JaySee More
"Saw you in Biddeford Pool Tuesday night. Looks great! My name is Jay Emmons, I live in BP and I own Morning Star which was a few boats away from you. Bought her about 20 years ago and love sailing her! "
Pilot hatch gasket?
looking to reseal or hatches and cockpit seats. any leads on material or suppliersThanks charlesSee More
"I am so very sorry--not having heard back I sent it for recycling. My apologies. --Dan M"
"I had interest mainly from New England if that helps. I used Dimillo."
"Agree. Would you recommend your broker in MD or should I select a local broker in Miami, Florida?"
"There was moderate interest but it requires a buyer interested in a classic yacht. Get a good broker"
JAAN TOO FOR SALE
After almost 10 years of ownership it is time to pass Jaan Too onto another owner. She was repowered with a Yanmar 3YM30AE and has less than 90 hours. She is in excellent condition and moored in Coconut Grove, Florida. All service records are on file and a boat survey was carried for insurance purposes last year.For more information feel free to contact me by text first.Walter 305-542-1930See More
"Hi - I'm selling my pilot 35 and was wondering what your experience was like listing yours for sale.
Walter"
wind vane steering on a pilot yawl?
Greetings!were considering some offshore travel and interested in wind vane or other self steering options for the yawl. any pilot yawls w wind vane self steering?thanksCharlesSee More
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This site is the official social network that accompanies the Hinckley Pilot Association. Clicking on the above link will take you to the website, where there is more information on the Hinckley Pilot 35. We encourage all to become official members of the HPA.
In Your Profile, set name to Boat Name instead of your name.
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Please go to your profile settings and set the name to your boat name rather than your personal name. There are many members of late who have not followed through on this, and I am starting a campaign to make that happen.
Once you log in, go to "My Page", click on profile settings and set your "Full Name" to your boat's name.
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