[Rhodes22-list] Sail maintenance

[Graham Stewart]

I suggest that you call Sailrite. They are very helpful and then you know
for sure.
Graham Stewart
gstewart.gm at gmail.com


On Thu, Nov 2, 2023 at 1:28 PM Cary Tolbert <retiredtoby at gmail.com> wrote:

> I am sure at least one of you old salts on the list has the knowledge or
> stored information to answer this question. I need to repair the seams on
> my 130 foresail.
> As best as I understand from  what information I have pieced together, the
> THREAD is V 69 waxed polyester  and the NEEDLE size is a #16 Round/Sharp
> for the machine.  I have access to a Sailrite  Ultrafeed LZS-1 sewing
> machine. I am buying the needle and thread needed for my repair.
> Can anyone confirm or correct my research.
> Thanks for your help.
>
> Cary Tolbert
> S/V Whisper
> Claytor Lake , VA
>