I just purchased a 1993 Morgan with a wing keel that has a 5'4"
draft (specs origninally said it should be 5'2" according to the
former owner who bought it new, even though current specs show
5' even). I live in South Florida and will be sailing in Biscayne
Bay and the Florida Keys and am concerned about the draft. I
would be interested in hearing from anyone with local knowledge
of the area or anyone who has considered modifying the keel to
reduce the draft. I realize that this is probably the only
location other than the Bahamas where one would be conderned
about this problem. I certainly do not want to cause major damage
to the boat's excellent sailing ability.
draft (specs origninally said it should be 5'2" according to the
former owner who bought it new, even though current specs show
5' even). I live in South Florida and will be sailing in Biscayne
Bay and the Florida Keys and am concerned about the draft. I
would be interested in hearing from anyone with local knowledge
of the area or anyone who has considered modifying the keel to
reduce the draft. I realize that this is probably the only
location other than the Bahamas where one would be conderned
about this problem. I certainly do not want to cause major damage
to the boat's excellent sailing ability.