Mark,
+1 on rebedding the chainplates. I don’t know how they look like on a C&C 25,
but on a 24 they need rebedding every two-three years. However, even though I
used 3M 4200 the last time I did it, I would recommend using butyl tape,
instead of 4200. One of the best sources is Compass Marine (Main Sail)
(http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/butyl_tape).
Marek
C270 “Legato”
ex. C&C 24 “Fennel”
Ottawa, ON
From: Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List
Sent: Tuesday, January 26, 2016 08:40
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Chuck Gilchrest
Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C 25 Info
Hi Mark,
Congratulations on your new 25 Mk1. I’ve owned Half Magic, a 1975 model 25 Mk 1
since 2001 and it has served my family and me very well as a casual racer, day
sailor and weekend cruiser. If you’re just mounting the outboard and upgrading
from a smaller and perhaps lighter outboard, you may want to reinforce the
transom behind the outboard mount. I upgraded from a 9.9 Evinrude 2 stroke Sail
Twin to a 9.8 Nissan 4 stroke (at the time the lightest 4 stroke on the market)
and have noticed stress cracks on the transom around the motor mount caused by
the motor hobby horsing in the choppy conditions of Buzzards Bay. And my
transom has a large ½” marine plywood backing plate glassed-in behind the
outboard mount that is far larger than the mount. Bottom line, the transom of
these boats were not designed for the weight of today’s larger outboards. I
would have opted for a smaller outboard, but wanted the alternator output for
charging batteries while motoring as well as the electric start for times when
you need to get the motor running NOW. We also have several areas in our
cruising grounds such as Woods Hole where currents can run upwards of 4 kts so
having a bit of extra power isn’t a bad thing.
When replacing the standing rigging, it would be an ideal time to remove and
re-bed the chainplates and covers with 3M 4200 as they are prone to leakage.
Additionally, many of the boats produced in the mid 1970s had gate valves on
cockpit drains and through hulls rather than proper ball valve seacocks. Same
with hoses and hose clamps. Replacing them now while your boat is not sailing
might keep your boat from sinking one day.
Compared to the Capri 25, your boat has way more interior space, and stand up
headroom for anyone under 5’7” down below. Not too many 25 ft. boats can brag
of that!
Welcome to the C&C list, as it is a great resource and an addictive distraction
during the work day!
Best,
Chuck Gilchrest
Half Magic
1975 25 Mk1
S/V Orion
1983 35 Landfall
Padanaram, MA
Sent: Monday, January 25, 2016 8:54 PM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Mark McMenamy <markm...@msn.com>
Subject: Re: Stus-List C&C 25 Info
Hi Ahmet,
I'm lucky to have had the former owner put self tailing winches. It also has
new Doyle sails and a new Suzuki 9.9hp outboard.
That's all I have for a HIN.
Mark
On Jan 25, 2016, at 8:31 PM, Ahmet via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
Not sure, but I can send you privately my previous discussions.
New standing rigging is a good thing. Is there a plaque on the inside of the
transom that actually shows the hull id. ?
I did move the stanctions to the toe-rail, and added a electical bilge pump.
I also replaced the winches with old aftermarket Lewmar T 30 self-tailing
winches.
I am replacing the washers for the keel bolts because they were very rusty.
Ahmet
On Mon, Jan 25, 2016 at 7:49 PM, Mark McMenamy via CnC-List
<cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
Hello,
Thanks for the reply. It's ZCC255260976. I'm not quite sure how these
forums work. Can I search for what you posted before and save you some typing?
I actually haven't sailed it yet because it needs new standing rigging. It
should be finished early next week. My only experience sailing is a Capri 25
so I appreciate the feedback.
Thanks,
Mark
On Jan 25, 2016, at 7:42 PM, Ahmet via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
wrote:
I just bought one last August and love it.
A good friend has one too, so we race all the time. His is a 1974.
What is your hull ID. Let me know what you want to know. I posted a few
things in the past, and there is some pretty good info on the web.
Ahmet
1973 C&C 25 "Tabasco"
Winthrop, MA
On Mon, Jan 25, 2016 at 7:35 PM, Mark McMenamy via CnC-List
<cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
Hello,
My name is Mark McMenamy. I'm a new owner of a nice 1976 C&C 25 mk I
as well as a new sailer.....I'm a reformed power boater. I was curious if
anyone had information about the designer of this boat or any stories about her
development. I was told it's a Hinterhoeller design, but I haven't been able
to verify this. I just love this little boat and would appreciate to know a
little of her backstory.
Thanks a million,
Mark
_______________________________________________
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
_______________________________________________
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
_______________________________________________
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
_______________________________________________
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
_______________________________________________
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
