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[quote=texastuma][quote=braddh]First post here. I've been lurking around reading basically everything I can find here in the last little while, and I must say, this forum is AWESOME.
I've been sailing for about 5 years on my own. I started with a sunfish when I was 14, and had that for a bit, sold it, and bought a seaspray, that got rear-ended on a road trip. Next, I bought a P18 last year, but that was just a tad big to set up mainly by myself, and there's no chance I could right that being 130lbs, and I think even with a crew that weighed as much as me we would have issues. Since then I sold that and bought a P16 which I hope to use this summer. From all those boats, what are the things I should be watching for on the P16 that differ from the rest of them? I'd imagine it's going to be quite similar to the P18, but you guys seem to know all the differences well. Do you think I'll be able to right it myself? If not has anyone managed to put a righting pole on a P16?

Brad[/quote]

Typical Prindle rudder issues... I would go ahead and replace the horizontal locking bolt for the rudder systems. Over time, they bend very slightly and this will cause you more frustration than you can imagine. Spray everything that moves with the rudder system with your choice of anti-corrosion. I prefer Corrosion Block, it foams up and can get into hard to reach areas. Check the masthead for open areas - make sure it is sealed. you will have much easier time righting without water in the mast. I would grab all the blocks and soak them in a bucket or cooler of water  for a couple of days. When you go to use them, spray the moving parts with SailKote. You will be amazed of how much dirt will be at the bottom of the container after soaking them. Other than checking the running and standing rigging, the 16 is very simple. Take a look at the MH sheaves. I would pull and check them. Reinstall with a grease of your preference. A white PTFE works well.[/quote]

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