The Keel had not been maintained in who knows how many years and I thought that I.

Catalina 22 swing keel. Discussion Starter 1 Jan 21 2015. This has greatly reduced maintenance requirements for the keel. When you check.

Oct 19 2009 97 oday 22 Lake New Melones Jul 21 2014 7 I think the swing keel model Catalina 22 sits lower on the trailer which might make for easier ramp launching. Catalina 22 Rig and Hull Profile Consistent Through All Generations Swing Keel Model. Catalina 22 has remained essentially unchanged from the day it was introduced in 1969.

The Catalina 22 is a masthead sloop with a sail-area-to-displacement ratio of around 18 depending on keel which puts her traditionally in a medium-cruiser class. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 18 of 18 Posts. My neighbor has one and it sits a little.

Originally called the CAPRI 22 swing keel From a new fairer mold though the hull design is the same as the original CATALINA 22. Joined Jan 20 2015 31 Posts. Ad Book The Perfect Vacation Rentals In Santa Catalina Island CA Up To 75 Off.

For a complete understanding of the Catalina 22 and Catalina 25 swing keel pivot mechanism start with the first article in this series. This video shows how we removed the swing keel from Seanachai our 1986 Catalina 22. For many years bronze castings were used which were flush with the inside of the keel trunk.

For Catalina owners this means lots of extra value and enhanced sailing pleasure with the added bonus of excellent resale value---Catalina Catalina 22 Sport created to encourage more family racing. To repair the problem that creates wear to the keel and pivot pin you must eliminate the excess space between the keel. By the way the Sport 22 trailer will also work on the swing keel Catalina 22 as well.