Patrick, $2k is a small price to pay for all the future enjoyment you can potentially get out of "The Boat" Unless you were thinking of selling and getting out of sailing before this discovery, I'd invest the money. It won't increase the value of the boat, but it sure will make you happy when you're out there sailing. If you get rid of the boat you'll end up going to Bingo nights and bus tours of Bouchard Gardens. A slippery slope my friend; a slippery slope!
Sam :-) C&C 26 Liquorice Ghost Lake Alberta On 2015-06-01, at 6:15 PM, Patrick Wesley via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >> Several years ago I noticed a leak in the cabin roof under the place where >> the chain-plate tie rod goes up to meet with the deck fitting u bolt to >> which the shrouds are attached. The fibreglass guy sealed the leak. Several >> weeks ago I noticed a white deposit (calcium–like) on the tie rod at the top >> and asked a rigger to check it out. He says that the tie rods are aluminum >> and corrode when moisture gets to them. First they push the deck up (which >> he says is already happening) and then they pull the u bolt down; this part >> needs further explanation. Repairs estimated from $1,300 to $2,000, doing >> both port and starboard sides. I’ve told him I will either repair the rods >> or sell the boat with disclosure, but will not ignore the problem. > > > My dilemma is the usual one, how long do I continue to put money into an > older boat, especially as I’m 75. However I’d rather sell the boat because I > can no longer sail it than because I can no longer afford it! Gives me a lot > of pleasure and keeps me active and motivated. > > > > Anyway, I wonder if anyone has any advice to offer, would appreciate the > feed-back. > > _______________________________________________ > > Email address: > CnC-List@cnc-list.com > To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom > of page at: > http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >
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