The Silent Cruiser. Replacing the 5kW Generator with Energy Autonomy. There is a specific kind of “guilt” well-known to the modern cruiser. You’re tucked into a pristine, glass-calm cove. The sun is setting, the wine is poured, and then—thrum-thrum-thrum—your neighbor (or worse, you) has to fire up the diesel generator just to keep the beers[…]
The Metallurgy of Maintenance. Preserving the Passivation Layer of Marine Grade Stainless Steel. The Engineering Choice: 304L vs. 316L While 316L is the “gold standard” for open ocean environments, it shares much of its DNA with 304L. Both are austenitic alloys with a “Low Carbon” (L) profile to prevent carbide precipitation during TIG welding. Property[…]
Just a quick set of photos showing the process of setting up your dinghy bridle on a Highfield 310CL and Klacko Swingarm Davit Arch. Yacht is a Jeanneau 50 DS. Photos courtesy of GG. Bridle lines were roughed in using spare line, to get the right balance of swingarm angle and boat height off the[…]
The Essential Guide to Radar Arches on Boats Radar arches are a distinctive feature on many sailboats, serving both functional and aesthetic purposes. These arches are not just about giving a vessel a modern look; they play a crucial role in enhancing the boat’s functionality and safety. It is key to hire an expert fabricator[…]
Stainless Steel Welding on Boats: Ensuring Durability and Safety at Sea Welding is a critical process in the construction and repair of boats, and when it comes to materials that can withstand the harsh marine environment, stainless steel is a top contender. Known for its corrosion resistance and strength, stainless steel is an ideal choice[…]
Photo of the 57mm Carbo Airblocks #2615 with the optional inverted cam vs. standard setup. This can be useful when you have a low lead from the arch to a winch. Allows a better angle to unsheet the tackle rope line under tension. Harken’s Carbo AirBlocks® are a testament to the brand’s commitment to low-friction[…]
Klacko Marine is offering members of the Landfall Community reserved stock on our OEM Alloy Stanchion Bases and 1″ C&C Stanchions. This is the last of our stanchion base stock and we will not be producing these in the future…once they are gone, they are gone. All prices are in CAD and subject to applicable[…]
Cruising with Style and Ease Tailored to meet the specific desires and requirements of our clients, this exemplifies a beautifully crafted cruising davit solar arch, designed for an Oceanis Series Yacht. At Klacko Marine, we’ve engineered sleek inline solar mounts capable of harnessing 900W of solar energy, complemented by a 400W wind turbine for optimal[…]
This 425 Sailboat Arch has it all Photos Gallery of the Catalina 425 equipped with a Klacko Marine Davit Solar Arch.
Klacko Marine is proud to be chosen as the marine metal fabricator for a complete restoration of a Tayana 37 in Upstate New York. From bow to stern, new hardware was custom built to replicate the original manufacturer’s design combined with some modern updates. 316L Stainless Steel was used throughout and mirror polished to the[…]
Science, Art and Experience Came across this really well put together Anchoring article. Click here for the full version Canadian Yachting May 2020 edition. We really enjoy our subscription and learn something new with every edition. Subscribe today and support Canadian Yachting. Hinterhoeller got it right early in the game with their bowsprit anchor roller[…]
Finally: A Truly Better Motor Bracket Upgrade your stern rail storage with the strongest, most versatile brackets on the market. Why choose Simple System Marine? Most standard brackets struggle with the weight of modern 4-stroke engines. Simple System Marine has engineered a solution that fits the larger 1.25″ and 1.5″ rails often found on modern[…]
Protect Your Powerboat Any boat that has a wet exhaust with a discharge opening of about three inches or larger, is at risk. Because, a Muskrat, Water Rat, Otter, or other vermin, can and will swim up into your exhaust. They chew through a coupling hose to the inside of the boat or make a[…]
Design and Fabricate some small lasercut Abaco hardware for a clean and understated branding initiative. The Bruckmann brand is synonymous with the down east style of yachts for their custom build quality and attention to detail on every front. This detail must include subtle luxury and clean lines throughout from stern to bow. We weld[…]
A regular item on our shop bench. The Klacko trifold swim ladder is excellent at getting more steps below the waterline. Mounted at the midship gates this side boarding ladder make entry and exit easy. These ladders are an absolute must on boats like the Niagara 35/42 and any boat with a high or davit[…]
We often get requests to reproduce the stainless and bronze parts on the very popular Tayana 37. As some of these boats are getting on in years, their original stainless is starting to corrode or fatigue past safe limits. We are also seeing a number of these vessels being refitted and refurbished to their former[…]
We were asked to create some custom exhaust tips for a Cigarette in order to incorporate aftermarket baffles that were proud of the boat’s transom. Laser cut rings were made to duplicate existing bolt holes and 5″ stainless steel polished tube was cut, welded and polished to the owner’s high standards.
Built to carry solar panels and ease dinghy lifting, this Dufour 44 Davit arch complements the lines as if it were an OEM option. This Klacko Marine Arch includes the following options; The Dufour 44 Performance is a dynamic monohull sailboat designed by Umberto Felci and built by Dufour Yachts between 2003 and 2008. It’s[…]
Custom built swimladder for Midship boarding on a Niagara 42/35 At the request of a long time client, we created a stainless steel tri-fold boarding swim ladder. The aft ladder on the Niagara Yachts are not the most accessible, especially when fitted with an arch davit and dinghy. They traditionally are also too short and[…]
Helpful ideas for solar based power systems on your boat. Disclaimer – This is purely for educational and research purposes, We are in no way responsible for any monetary loss/gain you make using this, I highly encourage you to view this as a learning resource and not as professional advice. Below are some interesting links that[…]
A winning partnership with Precision Canvas http://iaa.ifai.com/projects/captivating-curtains/ Project details Fabric 1 name: Stamoid Open Fabric 1 producer: Serge Ferrari North America Inc. Fabric 1 supplier: Manart-Hirsch Co. Inc. Fabric 2 name: Soltis 92 Fabric 2 producer: Serge Ferrari North America Inc. Fabric 2 supplier: LaSalle Canvas and Ropes Inc. Engineer: Doug Gierula, Klacko Marine Inc.[…]
Integrated Solar and Davits, make this arch a must have Catalina option Crafted to exceed the client’s high standards, a sturdy stainless arch was constructed to support a 400W solar array and various antennas for GPS, WiFi, VHF, as well as a future wind turbine installation. The dinghy lift system was custom-designed to meet the[…]
Klacko & Klacko:Sparring Partners Be sure to pick up the November issue of Good Old Boat Magazine. Klacko Marine is featured in an article by Rob Mazza chronicling the history of Klacko Marine and the contributions we’ve made over the last 60yrs. We are avid readers of Good Old Boat Magazine, if you have not[…]
Bruckmann Quality Yachts Bruckmann Yachts, a distinguished name in the North American boating industry, has been crafting custom and semi-custom yachts with unparalleled quality for over 40 years. The company’s roots are deeply intertwined with the history of C&C Yachts, as Erich Bruckmann, one of the founding partners of C&C, led their Custom Yachts Division from[…]
The Life Aquatic Klacko Marine’s work has been recently featured in July 2016 Edition of House+Home Magazine. For more photos look to our post https://klacko.ca/katina/
Making Cruising easier and a lot more fun! For many years, Klacko have worked with the team at Cruising Solutions. Cruising Solutions was founded and developed by people like you who enjoy the cruising lifestyle and pursue it at every opportunity. The challenges they faced in acquiring the “right” equipment to support life under sail and[…]
Abaco 40 by Bruckmann Yachts Abaco named 25 Prettiest Boats Congratulations to Bruckmann Yachts of Port Credit, Ontario. Press release here
Looking for replacement hardware? Klacko stocks Niagara and Nonsuch Pulpits, Bowsprits and Sternrails. We also have access to large number of Mast, Rigging and cast metal fabrications. Just completed a very nice side boarding swim ladder with a triple fold. Hinterhoeller Yachts, a name synonymous with quality and innovation in the world of sailing, has[…]
Klacko: OEM Manufacturer of C&C Yachts Parts Klacko Marine was the chief manufacturer of metal hardware for C&C Yachts. The most requested parts are stainless steel 1″ and 7/8 stanchions, aluminum stanchion bases (Type A,B,C,D and Landfall), Bow Pulpit, Stern Pulpits, Mast bracket goosenecks just to name a few.
Saga Yachts Klacko was proud to be the OEM metal hardware supplier for the Saga 35, 43, 48 and 409. We actively work with the Yahoo Saga Owners group to give advice and provide OEM solutions. We are able to reproduce or refurbish most metal hardware on your Saga Marine Yacht. The Radar arch on[…]
All Season Enclosure for Wanderer Klacko Marine and Precision Canvas were tasked with providing a spacious and functional enclosure on a Ranger Tug. Wanderer finds it’s home on the North Channel where a full enclosure is necessary for comfort and weather protection. The clients spent the summer living aboard and were very pleased that we were able[…]
Bare bones arch out for sea trial on a Catalina 445 Notice there are no sternrails yet…..see next post to see how they turned out!
Dinghy Arch addition to a Jeanneau 409 French Kiss’ new addition Thanks to the owners of sv French Kiss for the photos of the arch complete with new canvas and dinghy. Klacko marine fabricated a dinghy arch that would accomodate solar panels, wind generator, multiple GPS, VHF and wifi antenna, and lift their Highfield dinghy[…]
Beneteau Oceanis 48 Cockpit Arch Custom arch fabricated for Beneteau Oceanis 48 Gypsea Winds (New Port, RI). Klacko utilized the ever popular and useful davit swing arm system. Side rails to the first gate add extra security in the cockpit as well as much needed mounting space. Sternrail was also extended for added functionality. A central[…]
A Flock of Fifties Three Bruckmann B50s at a recent rendezvous.
A Bayport Beauty Brand new davit arch addition to a Jeanneau 45.2
Bespoke Eastcoast Class Conceived as a stylish but practical day cruiser with accommodation for occasional longer ventures, the Abaco 40 finds favour with those who want fine sea keeping and performance in a boat with classic aesthetics. The hull configuration, which utilizes broad chine flats aft on a modified deep vee form was first proven[…]
North Channel Trekker Hanse 415 with custom davit arch system
Replace your bowroller Beneteau 352 Klacko took the existing aluminum casting and recreated a polished stainless steel version with an extended roller to accomodate today’s modern anchors.
We build a custom stainless steel base for a beautiful captains seat. Meant to be sturdy yet portable, this unique fabrication was for a set of 4.
Modern House Boat A truly remarkable vision by the owner and executed tastefully in a modern aesthetic…Katerina was a total refit done by Bruckmann Yachts. All metal work was upgraded by Klacko Marine. MFA Award Winning Canvas and upholstery by Precision Canvas
Sunware TX panels and Superwind Textile Sunware TX flexible solar panel and Superwind 350 (sw 350) quiet wind turbine. Klacko Marine is the authorized distributor of Sunware and Superwind. Please contact us for updated pricing and technically information. The Superwind turbine is the leading micro windturbine on the market. It is the only product that[…]
A great way to lift your dinghy with a single line to the winch on the Klacko Swing Arm Davit system Note that a custom Harken or Ronstan fiddle block with cam cleat was used.
Today we had a new visitor in for some custom stainless work. This is their flagship Inflatable RIB…the STRONG 680. We custom fabricated a full T-Top and Aft Arch tower out of 316L Stainless Steel to a mirror polish. Inflatable RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) boats offer several benefits that make them a popular choice for[…]
Delivered: Saga 43 on a Saab 92 Wagon The modern Saab 92, as a concept, pays homage to the original Saab 92 produced by the Swedish automaker. The original Saab 92 was known for its aerodynamic design with a drag coefficient of 0.30 and was the first production car from Saab, starting full-scale production in December[…]
BUILT TOUGH! Custom Steel Boats in Oriental, North Carolina This ocean tough trawler is built to travel the world in style but spares no expense or luxury.
Professional Marine Arch for Bluewater Cruising Designed and built by Pierre Meunier in Montréal, Reliance 44s were available either as a hull and deck to be finished by the owner or in various stages of completion from the factory. Since many, including my own, were finished by the original owners, there are vast differences between[…]
Professional Rigging Services and C&C OEM Distributor South Shore Yachts Find them here on Google +19054684340 1544 Four Mile Creek Rd, Virgil, ON L0S 1T0 Great source for replacement C&C yachts hardware. Rob and Cody are a wealth of information for anything marine related. They also are one of the very few shops that still[…]
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