Intro The 65 MacGregor is world known as a fast (very fast), easy to handle, fun boat to sail. This one has been substantially upgraded and improved by a knowledgeable sailor.
Accommodation Sleeps 8 (plus 2 more if the bunks in the engine compartment are utilized). The attached layout explains the layout better than words, but the master is separated from all the other berths by the galley and has its own head and shower. Another head & shower are located forward of the salon & galley. The bow stateroom with V berths is all the way forward. Both heads are vacu flush. There is also a 3rd shower under the transom steps. The galley is aft of the salon and opposite the navigation station.
This Forward Stateroom closes off from the rest of the cabin for some nice privacy and quiet.
Just aft of the Forward Stateroom is the Main Salon, which is the entertainment and dining area. A centered table has drop down leafs, which opens up the area when not needed. There are two bunks, two storage compartments, which in our case contain a TV by AudioVox (which is on a LuCasey Swivel pedestal), DVD (12 CDs) Player, JVC Tape -CD-Radio (bulkhead flush mounted). The boat has a total of eight Bose Speakers.
Aft of the Main Salon is the Galley and Navigation Station. On the port side, the Galley counter top is eight feet long with double sink with fresh and sea water faucets. There are three cabinet spaces below for storage. A small refrigerator/freezer Norcold Tek II dual electric (AC or DC) DE-541 (December 2001) has 2.8 cubic feet capacity uses about 3.8 amp/hour.
On the starboard side, under the navigation station, is a large dual cavity (cold and vegetable bins) Technautics Refrigeration system, 12v. The system is upgraded with R-Matte insulation R-6.4 value.
The aft head is located just behind the Navigation Station. The faucet in each Head is fitted with home like water filters. Each Head has Solar Ventilators.
There are two large twin Aqua Air, air conditioners, one located under the forward stateroom V berth and the other located under the companionway staircase.
Master Stateroom Has a queen sized bed, sofa (spare bunk on starboard side, under which is an emergency tiller about 15 feet long), a large double hanging locker and a vanity with two drawers. The battery system and Atwood Water Heater (dual heated by the main engine or 120 volt) is located under the large berth.
Engine Compartment - Main Drive System
Mercury Marine Diesel, 5 cylinder (makes this one smooth running engine), 150 hp, D183 serial number D0725013 turbo charged with about 1400 hours. This engine was commissioned by Mercury built by VM in Italy, sent to Brussels for installation of the turbo charger. Mercury recently sold diesel rights to Cummings.
Transmission is a Hurth V Drive, HWS630, serial number17-13280, ratio 2.53:1.
The propeller shaft is 1.5" diameter with a Packless Prop Shaft Sealing System. A large strut supports the prop with a cutlass bearing near the propeller.
Spurs Line, Net and Weed Cutter on Prop Shaft just aft of the strut.
The propeller is a Max Prop three bladed feathering model.
Engine alarm system.
Two solar ventilators.
There is a Security Switch hidden in the Engine Room. When off the micro commander (transmission & throttle control) is disabled. There are two sets of Mirco Commander Electronic engine throttle and transmission controls; the helm station and in the Pilot House.
The engine's recirculation cooling system provides heat for the water heater so hot showers are available upon anchoring.
A 110 amp dual belt single foot alternator will fully charge the batteries during short periods of operation. This is an upgrade from standard.
This drive system is located in the back of the boat under the helm station. This is a very practical location. This design allows operation of the engine without the noise, vibration, odors and the like to reach the main living area of the vessel. Engine maintenance is possible without disrupting normal activities.
Engine Compartment - Generator System The auxiliary generator by Phasor is exceptional. A simple system designed for long life and easy maintenance. Instead of an integral engine and generator a separate belt driven 6.2 kW generator is powered by a 12 hp two cylinder Kubota diesel engine. The Heart Freedom 25 Inverter/Generator 2500 watts manages the 120 volt system charging the batteries and providing 120 volt power throughout the vessel. The system is also powers the water heater and one of the refrigerator/freezers.
The engine compartment contains two long bunks on either side of the engines. These bunks are used for storage of spare parts, tools, dry goods and there is a Six Man Life Raft SAR-6-MK11 Switlik purchased March 2001, (needs an inspection).
Steering Station The Steering Station, located just aft of the Engine Compartment (under the stern swim steps), contains the AutoPilot 7000 Hydraulic Automatic Steering System, four inch rudder shaft/bearings, quadrant controlling the cable steering. The stern steps have a sealed access port for the emergency tiller.
Electrical System There is a total capacity of about 700 amp hour Gel Cell batteries located under the captain's bunk installed new in April 2006. The power is divided into two house banks and an isolated engine starting system.
The Heart Link 2000R Ideal Battery Charger Regulator controls all the power distribution and battery charging with DC to AC auto switching, inverter or AC incoming, including three stage battery charging system. This is an excellent system that allows the owner to manage the battery cycles. The 2000R is conveniently located in the Pilot House. There is Xantrex Digital Main Engine Alternator Multi-Stage Regulator.
Navigation Station The builder refers to this area as the INSIDE STEERING STATION. An unusual design not common in most sailboats. The navigator is not buried deep in the hull of the boat but raised to view just above deck level. A comfortable three person forward facing bench seat with back support and a large chart table provides the navigator with a comfortable work station. There is plenty of storage under the seat and in the chart table. This is also a great place for the radio work, emails, Skype or listening to the SSB for news.
Micro Commander Engine Throttle and Transmission Control.
AutoHelm 7000 remote electronic steering module.
Radar by Raytheon which is "Sea Talk" designed meaning that the screen is able to show all the information available to the helmsperson.
Sonar by Probe Interphase - forward looking undersea "radar", 1200 feet forward at 12 degrees searching for floating steel containers that may have fallen off a freighter.
The Radar and or Sonar is wired so they can be mounted at the helm station.
ICOM M710 Single Sideband Radio, serviced with a whip or line antennas.
Pactor IIe, DSP Control.
VHF Radio by Raytheon.
Tank Tender - water and fuel pressure gauge - inoperable
Navigation and Running Lights
Masthead Mounted Aqua Signa Tri Color.
Steaming Light.
Running Lights on Bow Pulpit and Stern.
Sails (5 Total)
New Yankee head sail, May 2004, 14 oz. Dacron, 100% fore triangle, Black UV Sunbrella outer cover, Articulating Foam Luff to maintain sail shape by Barrow Sails in Trinidad.
Two Stay Sails one in storage in Ft. Lauderdale and one on the boat, both Dacron. The one on the boat has a Black UV Sunbrella outer cover.
The Main is Dacron with Harken BattCars, Full Length Battens, Two Jiffy Reef Points.
Asymmetrical downwind sail designed for an Irwin 54 with ATN Tacker.
Sail Handling Equipment
Twin Spinnaker Halyards and Sheets.
Yankee, Stay sail, Main Halyards and Sheets.
Main Outhaul.
Main Stack Pack 2005.
Stay sail Self Tacking Track and Car.
Topping Lift.
Harken Adjustable Cars.
Harken Yankee and Stay sail Furling Systems.
Navtec Hydraulic Twin Back Stays and Boom Vang.
Rope Preventer System.
Lewmar Self Tailing Winches, Two # 40s on Mast, Two #40s and Two #52s in Cockpit.
Main Mast Safety Bars.
Anchoring Equipment
Lewmar Anchor Windlass 2000 Series for Chain or Rope Rode, 12V Dual Direction, Fore deck Foot Air Switches, Helm Station Remote.
Delta Fast Set 88 Pound Anchor.
200 feet of 3/8" G-4 High Test Galvanized Chain with Stainless Steel Swivel to the Delta.
Fortress Aluminum FX85 Anchor which disassembles for storage.
200 Feet of Nylon Braided 1" Diameter Rode affixed to the Fortress.
Double Anchor Rollers.
Dinghy
Aluminum Dinghy Davits on Stern.
Dinghy is an Avon RIB 310, 2000, 10 Feet Long with handy fore peak storage locker. Four lifting points.
Dinghy was fitted with gray Sunbrella cover March '05 including Seat Storage and Anchor Rode Bag, Engine and Gas Tank Covers.
2008 5HP 4 stroke Yamaha Outboard engine with Three Gallon Gas Tank.
Danforth type Dinghy Anchor, 10 feet of galvanized chain and 20 feet of rope rode.
About 20 Feet of Stainless Steel Sunbrella Covered Chain and Lock.
A gas filter system was added January 2006.
Painter.
Three Type II near Shore life jackets.
Emergency Equipment
E.P.I.R.B. (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) Rapid Fix 406 Cat. I (RLB 33) Nov. ‘99.
Numerous Personal Man Overboard Lights.
Six man life raft SAR-6-MKII Switlik, purchased March 2001, which needs inspection
Floating Ditch Bag (Abandon Ship) from West Marine, flares, water, kite, REM rations, Whistles, solar Blankets,
First Aid Kit Complete.
Four Kidde Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers.
One Smoke Alarm.
United States Coast Guard Approved Life Sling - Man Overboard Retrieval System.
Two throw able Horse Shoe Rings.
Visaball Radar Reflector Masthead Mounted.
Bilge Pumps
Two Whale Manuals (Cockpit for the Engine room and in the Main Salon).
Two Small "Thristy Mate" Manual Portables.
Three Automatic Float Design 12V Rule (Engine Room, Forward Salon, Forward Air Conditioner Condensation Sump).
One "Switch On" 12V Rule, Galley Bilge and Aft Air Conditioner Condensation Sump.
One "Switch On" 12V Diaphragm for Engine Room and Main Salon.
Two Shower 12V Diaphragm for heads.
One New (Still in the Box) "Switch On" 12V Rule Pump.
Helm Station
Manual Whitlock Helm System, Stainless Cable and Radial Quadrant.
Binnacle Mounted Plastimo Compass 135.
Fifty -Two Inch Diameter Stainless Whitlock Helm.
Sunbrella Bimini Covers Most of the Cockpit, Three Side Shade Curtains.
Small Drink and Dining Table affixed to the Binnacle.
Autohelm 7000 Full Instrument Display.
Upgraded Helm Station Seat with Twin Back Supports.
Hydraulic Controls.
Micro Commander Controls.
Full Engine Display and Start/Stop Controls.
Anchor Windlass Remote Control - non operable.
Model ST600 Speed Sensor by AirMar.
Flush Mounted in Hull Depth Sounder by AirMar.
Autohelm VMG/Close Hauled Instrument.
Autohelm Apparent Wind Speed and Direction Instrument.
Remarks "Sea Ya" was purchased by the present owner in June 1999. Since then, this MacGregor has been to the Chesapeake, all through the Bahamas, the Turks & Caicos, Cuba, through the windward, Leeward Island to Trinidad and along the coast West to Curacao. The boat is fast, easy to handle, very comfortable in a sea way, strong, durable, and most of all, a whole lot of fun. She is hull #92 and set up to go cruising anywhere. These MacGregor 65's are extremely successful and enjoy continued popularity all over the world.
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