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**Author:** [@system](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2024, 12:56pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/welcome-to-knysna-yacht-owners-forum/5 "2024-09-01T12:56:24Z")
We are so glad you joined us. Knysna Yacht Owners Forum A place for Knysna yacht owners to discuss their boats Here are some things you can do to get started: :speaking\_head: Introduce yourself by adding your pictur… --- ## [Maritime Attorney Suggestions](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/maritime-attorney-suggestions/324)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 11:41am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/maritime-attorney-suggestions/324 "2026-10-28T11:41:45Z")
My boat is registered in the Marshall Islands, and I need an “attorney of record” to handle all correspondence. I can’t stand my attorney and am looking for recommendations for another one. Any suggestions? --- ## [Forum updates](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/forum-updates/264)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 11:38am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/forum-updates/264 "2026-10-28T11:38:36Z")
The forum software has been updated. Everything appears to have gone well, but please let me know if you see any oddities. – Geoff --- ## [550 - Hull 2 - What I would do differently if I were building a new one](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/550-hull-2-what-i-would-do-differently-if-i-were-building-a-new-one/316)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 7:26pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/550-hull-2-what-i-would-do-differently-if-i-were-building-a-new-one/316 "2026-10-27T19:26:21Z")
For the sake of future owners, I’m going to describe things that were done on our boat, that I would do differently. I’m just going to post separate replies for each item. --- ## [New rudder install](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/new-rudder-install/323)
**Author:** [@Catamaran\_Stan](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Catamaran_Stan)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 4:13am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/new-rudder-install/323 "2026-10-26T04:13:51Z")
Hello fellow Knysna sailors. Question: I am installing a new rudder and I am looking for some input on the best way to align it. I am aware of the recalibration procedure but that only applies if the rudder clamps have … --- ## [Tool kit](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/tool-kit/321)
**Author:** [@Cdel111](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Cdel111)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2026, 11:50am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/tool-kit/321 "2026-09-28T11:50:17Z")
I would like to know if a stainless steel tool kit is available for Knysna yatchs? I will never be able to afford a newer Knysna, but I do own a beautiful 480. I saw that an option on the new builds is a tool k… --- ## [Mothball checkist?](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/mothball-checkist/308)
**Author:** [@DonFunk](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/DonFunk)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2026, 3:39pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/mothball-checkist/308 "2026-09-27T15:39:00Z")
I’ve put the boat on the hard several times but will be leaving it a bit longer this time and it can be hotter than the dickens where we are at. Anyone have a good mothball checklist they want to share? --- ## [Davits' Longevity](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/davits-longevity/320)
**Author:** [@WabashExpress](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/WabashExpress)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 3:50pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/davits-longevity/320 "2026-09-25T15:50:09Z")
Hello all. I’m new to the forum. I am considering purchasing a 2016 500SE. Previously owned a 2012 Lagoon 421. No a good experience. Pertaining to the aforementioned: I’m curious as to the davits that are, I assume, stan… --- ## [Fire extinguisher(s)](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/fire-extinguisher-s/315)
**Author:** [@RobertSusanKnysna480](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/RobertSusanKnysna480)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 2:33pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/fire-extinguisher-s/315 "2026-08-14T14:33:32Z")
Does anyone having a fire system other than general extinguishers … that are manually operated. Anything automatic etc … ? I came across FEROSTICKER … which led me to asking AI ChatGPT : ChatGPT - Ferosticker product re… --- ## [Trampoline attachment points](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/trampoline-attachment-points/304)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 10:43am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/trampoline-attachment-points/304 "2026-07-24T10:43:00Z")
As shown in the picture, our trampoline is attached to the deck using these round attachment points. That works well, but the problem is that the deck leading to them is very smooth, and it’s easy to slip down the deck … --- ## [Rudder bearing replacement](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/rudder-bearing-replacement/227)
**Author:** [@Cdel111](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Cdel111)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 12:59pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/rudder-bearing-replacement/227 "2026-07-23T12:59:57Z")
Hi everyone, We are faced with trying to replace our rudder bearing because the marina we are hauled out at does not have service people available for weeks. The whole problem started in the Bahamas where we hit a reef… --- ## [Leaking deck hatches](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/leaking-deck-hatches/314)
**Author:** [@SueW](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/SueW)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 11:55am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/leaking-deck-hatches/314 "2026-07-20T11:55:19Z")
We have 2 Lewmar hatches that appear to be leaking from around where they were placed into the hull. Of course one is over my side of the bed.:rofl: We have had hatches leak before on our previous boat but it was alway… --- ## [Czone integration with MasterVolt](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/czone-integration-with-mastervolt/288)
**Author:** [@DonFunk](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/DonFunk)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2026, 7:48pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/czone-integration-with-mastervolt/288 "2026-07-13T19:48:05Z")
To save power we are only turning on and off the inverters when we need them. I know I can set up a rocker switch to turn them off from a more convenient location. But from the CZone manual I see that you can also add a … --- ## [Garmin Software upgrade on Chart Plotter has created issues with my AIS](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/garmin-software-upgrade-on-chart-plotter-has-created-issues-with-my-ais/313)
**Author:** [@TSALTA](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/TSALTA)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2026, 2:10pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/garmin-software-upgrade-on-chart-plotter-has-created-issues-with-my-ais/313 "2026-07-07T14:10:49Z")
I did a software upgrade on my Garmin chart plotter GPS MAP 8416 xsv I can still see all the AIS targets on the plotter (Photo #3) but when I click on the AIS Vessel icon it brings up a new screen (as per Photo #2) and … --- ## [Profurl furler overhaul video](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/profurl-furler-overhaul-video/312)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Rose](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Mike_Rose)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2026, 7:48am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/profurl-furler-overhaul-video/312 "2026-07-07T07:48:38Z")
I tried to upload a video, but there was a data limit, which is fare enough. I have put it on facebook and this is a link. I am happy if anyone wants to post it here. --- ## [Powered furler not working](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/powered-furler-not-working/305)
**Author:** [@Tourterelles](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Tourterelles)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2026, 11:41pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/powered-furler-not-working/305 "2026-06-27T23:41:54Z")
Has anyone had to open up a newer (black) Profurl Genoa furler? Model NDE2 - I think the brushes may have gone on mine :thinking: It seemed to run slowly today when I un-furled then stopped completely. Control electric… --- ## [Reefing Line Chafe](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/reefing-line-chafe/310)
**Author:** [@Tourterelles](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Tourterelles)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2026, 2:25pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/reefing-line-chafe/310 "2026-06-25T14:25:29Z")
Tourterelles has had trouble with the reefing lines chafing on long passages since we bought her. The boom has a lug to attach the sail outhaul that the 1st & 2nd reef chafe on - however this implies there is movement t… --- ## [Lithium conversion on 480](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/lithium-conversion-on-480/311)
**Author:** [@Cdel111](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Cdel111)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2026, 7:48pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/lithium-conversion-on-480/311 "2026-06-21T19:48:04Z")
I might have asked all of you before, but we will soon need new batteries and it seems reasonable to switch to lithium. 480’s have limited cabinet space and the present batteries are under the sofa. Has anyone switched… --- ## [Relay location](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/relay-location/309)
**Author:** [@Spmcnult](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Spmcnult)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 1:32pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/relay-location/309 "2026-05-19T13:32:49Z")
Does anyone know where this relay is located ? Tx Hull#94 500SE --- ## [Top down furler, bottom starts furling while top keeps unfurling](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/top-down-furler-bottom-starts-furling-while-top-keeps-unfurling/307)
**Author:** [@DonFunk](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/DonFunk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 8:59pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/top-down-furler-bottom-starts-furling-while-top-keeps-unfurling/307 "2026-05-15T20:59:37Z")
There are times when I am unfurling our screecher and, before the top is about 80% completely unfurled, the bottom of the sail starts furling — so the top is opening while the bottom is closing. After some research (and… --- ## [Panda Reset](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/panda-reset/306)
**Author:** [@DonFunk](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/DonFunk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 8:35pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/panda-reset/306 "2026-05-15T20:35:16Z")
My generator fired a rotational error, and to reset the error flag, I to disconnect from power for 60 seconds. It now has gotten passed the rotational error, but I’ve lost all my generator settings. It starts, but does n… --- ## [Foresail sheet diameter](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/foresail-sheet-diameter/117)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2026, 12:38pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/foresail-sheet-diameter/117 "2026-05-11T12:38:38Z")
What is the diameter of your jib/gennaker sheets? --- ## [Headboard upholstery](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/headboard-upholstery/303)
**Author:** [@Cdel111](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Cdel111)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2026, 9:07am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/headboard-upholstery/303 "2026-04-15T09:07:34Z")
I have a 480 2011 48 foot Knysna, “Jewel” Seawater leaked into the forward berth staining the headboard upholstery leaving a water mark. I have tried everything to remove it to no avail. My only option is to remove th… --- ## [On a Knysna 440 2007](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/on-a-knysna-440-2007/302)
**Author:** [@Eos](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/Eos)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 7:18am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/on-a-knysna-440-2007/302 "2026-02-14T07:18:57Z")
Does anyone know the height of the rear platform from the water line ? for us to calculate best dinghy davit system system --- ## [Glass shower doors](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/glass-shower-doors/296)
**Author:** [@SueW](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/SueW)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2026, 10:11pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/glass-shower-doors/296 "2026-01-22T22:11:23Z")
I am looking for tips and tricks to keeping the glass shower doors sparkling? --- ## [Anchor Chain Hooks](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/anchor-chain-hooks/74)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2026, 10:08pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/anchor-chain-hooks/74 "2026-01-22T22:08:50Z")
When I first joined the WhatsApp Knysa group, there was a lot of discussion about chain hooks. I don’t remember what people were recommending, but we were just at the Annapolis sailboat show, and saw the Mantus M3 chain… --- ## [A trip through the Knysna Heads on a Knysna 550](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/a-trip-through-the-knysna-heads-on-a-knysna-550/300)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2026, 3:37am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/a-trip-through-the-knysna-heads-on-a-knysna-550/300 "2026-01-20T03:37:39Z")
YouTube video link: A trip through the Knysna Heads --- ## [Storing Spare Parts](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/storing-spare-parts/299)
**Author:** [@SueW](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/SueW)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2026, 1:14pm UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/storing-spare-parts/299 "2026-01-19T13:14:52Z")
So, we have 8 decent size plastic bins full of spares that we bought in the “spares kit” line item on the order form. What creative places did you store all of this in your 500? --- ## [Ceiling lights in cockpit](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/ceiling-lights-in-cockpit/295)
**Author:** [@CatchMyDrift1](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/CatchMyDrift1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2026, 4:22am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/ceiling-lights-in-cockpit/295 "2026-01-13T04:22:48Z")
This may seem a stupid topic but does anyone know how to change out a bulb in the cockpit ceiling of Catch My Drift, a 20015/2015 500c and where i can get a replacement part. The bulb unit appears to be captive behin… --- ## [Test sail photos from BlueJacket2](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/test-sail-photos-from-bluejacket2/298)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://knysnayachtowners.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 3:12am UTC](https://knysnayachtowners.org/t/test-sail-photos-from-bluejacket2/298 "2025-11-26T03:12:10Z")
I got access to some photos shot from a chase boat and a drone of our 550, which provides a very different view than you get on deck. You don’t normally get images from these perspectives, so these are very special. The… [Next page](https://knysnayachtowners.org/latest.md?page=1)