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S&S Swan Maintenance - B&G Wind Instuments
27 March 2008 - 16:07
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make
Join Date: 08 March 2008
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B&G Wind Instuments

Does anyone know where I can get a replacement for A B&G hengist windvane.

The current one just crumbled apart  this winter. The system is from 1972 and still works well. I contacted B&G and i would have to spend ridiculous amount to convert the new vane to work with the old. Any tips are welcome.

 
27 March 2008 - 20:33
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kidogo
Join Date: 30 January 2007
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Try this: http://www.bandg-service.com/
Fair wind
enzo
28 March 2008 - 11:48
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sergio
Join Date: 21 May 2007
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Try this:

http://www.tinley.net/electronics/

ask for Richard

Fair winds

Sergio(48/042)

 

 

 
28 March 2008 - 20:59
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make
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Thank You guys! I tried the repair facility in Florida and a replacement masthead unit is $ 1200.00. Little too pricy for me. According to them the C style unit is no longer available and I need to change to a different model.

I will try Tingley and see, and in a worst case I may remanufacture this little aluminum piece.

31 March 2008 - 12:40
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danielefua
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Thank You guys! I tried the repair facility in Florida and a replacement masthead unit is $ 1200.00. Little too pricy for me. According to them the C style unit is no longer available and I need to change to a different model.

I will try Tingley and see, and in a worst case I may remanufacture this little aluminum piece.

What part exactly of the masthead unit do you need replacing? The wind vane (the hub, 3 arms and 3 cups) is actually made of plastic and the sensors are encased in small aluminum cylinders. Occasionally the speed sensor needs the replacing of a small ball bearing which is easily available. If the wind vane is broken it is a problem because it is hard to find; I would try to make a mold and rebuild it with some resin.
Daniel
31 March 2008 - 18:45
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FrankH
Join Date: 26 May 2007
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Do you have a model number? I replaced all the old B&G instruments this winter as the log and close hauled indicator had died and the the depth sounder is a bit inaccurate for the IJsselmeer. The wind vane was still OK, though. Mine is a 1977 model. If it is the right model, I will be happy to trade the masthead unit for a bottle of Scotch plus postage.
regards, Frank
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31 March 2008 - 23:55
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make
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I dont know the model number. The unit is grey anodized aluminum.

Www.bandg-service.com has a picture of it in their parts identifier they called it unit C. I am in NYC, What part of the globe do you call home? Make.
08 April 2008 - 20:33
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FrankH
Join Date: 26 May 2007
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Hi Make,

I attach a photograph of the masthead unit. If it is the one you are looking for, email me at frank.hoogendijk@hotmail.com.

regards,
Frank
41/058 Manouche
10 April 2008 - 21:58
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make
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Hi frank, I tried to send you email but they allways come back as undeliverable.

My email is markkuripatti@aol.com. Thanks.
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