Technical Info Bulletins - Trintella Vriendenkring

TI No. 1 Guidelines for Trintella sail logo and brand stickers

This information bulletin works as a guideline for applying and supplying the Trintella sailing emblem for the mainsail, and brand and type stickers that can be placed on the hull and doghouse (with the A and C series).

TI. No. 2 Diesel bug and how to prevent it.

Due to changes in the composition of diesel fuel, it became more susceptible to the growth of micro-organisms. This increases the risk of engine failure. This TI discusses the causes and consequences and provides practical tips on prevention. It also pays attention to the new generation of fuels, such as GTL and HVO Fuels

TI No. 3 - Marine engine – Renewal or overhaul

Engines in the first generation of Trintella yachts have often been hard at work for many years, which gives rise to the question if the diesel engine should be replaced or overhauled. After a short introduction discussing the causes of procedures, this TIB delves into the considerations. Attached are stories of four Trintella la and lll owners who share their experience in this process. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 4 - Rudderblade repair

Polyester rudder blades can become susceptible to water damage over time, due to their construction and dynamic load. Frost periods while stored outside in winter can often be the cause of delamination or rips in the blades. This TIB describes the best practice for repairing rudder blades of a llla. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 5 - Teakdeck – maintenance and refit

This TIB describes the important issues of maintaining a teak deck, and how partial or complete renovations can be completed. The TIB is based on specialised literature as well as personal and well documented experiences from fellow sailors. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 6 - Chain plate and rigging – Preventive maintenance and refit

This TIB describes the best practice for replacing a broken chain plate with a Trintella IV. To prevent dismasting and unsafe situations, it is important to check the standing rigging and chain plates and pay attention to the status of it.

TI No. 7 - Installation of a bow thruster

Manoeuvring longkeelers such as the older generation of Trintellas, requires a lot of agility from the sailor. This is not a skill we have all been blessed with. A bow thruster can offer a solution and is a welcome tool for many owners to be able to safely and easily manoeuvre. This TIB describes abest practice of an installation in Trintella llla. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No 8 Paint and clear varnish systems for Trintel and Trintella Classics yachts.

A properly applied paint and clear varnish system is important to the preservation of our ships. Especially the Trintel and Trintella Classics, with their many wooden parts, are very fragile boats when it comes to maintenance. This TIB discusses the different systems and products and gives best practices of owners. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 9 - Windscreen refit for Trintella flush deck series and 42

This TIB describes the best practice for overhauling the fixed windscreen of a Trintella 38. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 10 Mast lowering system

Installing a mast lowering system enhances the sailing area. This TIB gives an example of the application and operation of a system on a IIa. It also gives practical tips for installing a new system. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 11 - ZW scoringsystem

Many Trintalla yachts often take part in regattas with their associations and then have to deal with the so-called ZW-scoring. This item deals with the background of the ZW handicap system. The Trintella Friends’ Association standpoint regarding the ZW is outlined and the most well-known ZW scores of a large number of Trintallas are given. The data are based on regatta experience in Dutch waters. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 12 - Guardrail refit Tr. 38

This information describes the best practice approach of how to change the guardrail including stanchions and stanchion sockets on a Trintella 38.

An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 13 Modification Cockpit drainage TR. 38

This information describes the best practice approach of how to improve the cockpit drainage of a Trintalla 38.

An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 14 - New Mast for the Trintella 42

After losing the mast by beiing hit by the Pegasusbridge in Normandie the Tr.42. Double Dutch needed a new mast. You read here project description how the new mast has been realised. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 15 Reading list – yacht refits

Be inspired for bigger or smaller refits on your Trintella? This TI Bulletin outlines some book tips.

An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 16 Registration and Documents

This information presents an overview of the sheer amount of documentation necessary to sail, build, or own a yacht nationally and/or internationally.
An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 17 Installation electric winches Tr 38

This bulletin gives you a best practice example of the replacement of the standard sheet winches by electric ones on a Trintella 38. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI. No. 18 Yacht service companies and timber yards – Classics

An overview of yacht service companies and timber yards in the Netherlands that are specialized in repair and restoration projects for Polyclassics with a lot of woodwork and/or solid wooden boats. An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

TI No. 19 Authenticity and Trintella sailing yachts.

What makes a sailing yacht a real Trintella? In the shipyard’s history, many different Trintella lookalikes have appeared on the market. This TI will pay attention to the aspects that are connected to a Trintella’s authenticity.

TI. No. 20 Making a half scale model.

This TI-brochure gives an example how to make an half scale model of your Trintella.

An English translation is in progress. Please use Google translate for this Dutch version.

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