Laurinkoster 31
“I’ve had very good experience with an older type of Hydrovane on my last boat – a 31’ Laurinkoster. I also attach a foto with the Hydrovane still perfect working after more than 34 years.”
From: Ola Mossberg
Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 2:00 PM
To: Hydrovane
Subject: HR 36
Hi!
Last year we bought a Hallberg-Rassy 36 Mark II from 1995. We are planning long time sailing in a quiet near future. So we need a wind self steering.
I’ve had very good experience with an older type of Hydrovane on my last boat – a 31’ Laurinkoster. I also attach a foto with the Hydrovane still perfect working after more than 34 years. After mounting it 1979 and complement with a bigger windvane and more counterweight we set of from Stockholm on our way to South America and Caribbean. That was a fantastic feeling and the Hydrovane worked alright from the first minute. We didn´t use the tiller at all except going into port and motoring.
I bought this Hydrovane second hand 1978 and it is still in good function! Just changed some bearings and the head pipe. So to be honest I have made very good promotion during many years for your company and quality products.
So now I ask you to send me a quotation for a suitable Hydrovane. I intend to place it beside the swimming ladder – about 25 cm off centre.
Hope on a nice price including transport to Stockholm and taxes.
Best Regards!
Ola Mossberg, Stockholm, Sweden