> Add pad-eye on bow platform for code zero sail If you are planning to carry a 155% genoa a racing code zero ( defined here as a flat spinnaker with the MidGirth < 75% of the Foot ) is an expensive sail that will add benefit over a fairly small AWA. A cruising code zero or reaching asymmetrical might be 50% of the cost of a racing code zero and be a better fit.
> Add Code Zero sail on Facnor continuous line furling unit Nice units. It is difficult getting a big spinnaker down, code zero or reaching asymmetrical, if you are in a race. We normally douse when either the apparent goes too far forward or the TWS gets above what we can carry a spinnaker in, making the task a challenge double handing. If we head off wind to help shadow the spinnaker behind the genoa and main it takes us off course. Windburn spent the last three hours of the Lake Ontario 300 flying spinnaker at 60º AWA in 6 - 10 kts TWS. It was a blast, routinely doing 6.2 kts in 8.4 kts TWS. Everything needs to be up sized, the forces involved will break things. Michael Brown Windburn C&C 30-1 From: john wright <johnrogerswri...@gmail.com> Hello everyone I am about to begin a complete refit on what is the best boat for my purpose ( sailing around Cape Code as we get ready to do the Caribbean 1500 in 2019), after looking or sailing at least 100 boat over the past 4 years. The boat is in better than average condition, I will post pictures later. I have the work broken down into three categories, and would appreciate any recommendations and reorganizing of the list. Thanks Level 1: Repairs and Installations Replace old set of AGM batteries with new set Remove old engine, clean and repaint engine room, rebuild engine bed as needed to fit the new Yanmar 3JH5e Replace all hoses for new engine Move raw water sea strainer and Racor fuel filter to easier location to monitor visually Gelcoat ? fill all chips and nicks with gelcoat Clean stains with FSR Repair teak grating at pedestal (epoxy the connections to frame) Clean teak with teak cleaner Replace teak combing with thicker mahogany boards Clean and Polish all gelcoat surfaces Hull bottom ? sand and repaint with anti-fouling ablative paint Re-install mast and tune rigging Make line hanger in cockpit below deck winches functional once again Add gasket to aft access panel under helm seat Repair/ refinish wood framework to companionway Re-varnish companionway door Make better drainage in port cockpit locker and revarnish partition wood Install the new Whale Gusher manual pump in cockpit Update propane solenoid Remake companionway door cover to fit better Deck and House ? clean and re-varnish woodwork (handrails, dorade boxes) Clean and polish all stainless hardware Replace gasket material on all opening ports Repaint all dorade vents Replace traveler cam cleat Clean, sand and varnish bow platform Stanchion support on starboard bent ? take to shop and straighten Add maintenance coat of varnish on floors and re-secure Install and varnish framework for windows Repair and revarnish bulkheads where needed Re-install all cabinets and tables Finish installation of canvas cover for ceiling in forward berth Ice box cover ? install hardware and gasket Head ? re-cut new mirror and install Forward cabin has trim work that needs to be installed Brow in forward cabin to be replaced with new trim work Level 2: Updates and Improvements Hull repainting ? large project to be described as we get closer to that project Paint steering pedestal white Replace instruments Replace opening port in cockpit with new Add winch handle holders in cockpit Paint new non-skid in cockpit seats and floor Make set of cockpit cushions Install a cockpit shower Re-bed all deck gear, hardware and chainplates (last another 20 years) Replace all blocks with updated equipment Replace all running rigging Replace genoa sheet cars with moveable sheet lead under load Replace missing wood bungs on teak toe rail (may need to reset screws deeper as wood has shrunk over time) Sand toe rail and varnish Winches to be stripped cleaned and greased Paint interior of chain locker Make a grating for chain locker to help rode to dry Stanchion bases and cleats to be removed and powder coated to original color All deck non-skid to be renewed with white or Hatteras soft yellow (Tartan Yachts uses this style) Add stanchion rollers for headsail furling line to lead to cockpit Replace steering cables with new Replace all interior lighting with LED Install Isotherm hot water tank Replace interior cushions with new foam and fabrics Replace AC/DC switch panel with BluSea panel Add swim ladder Level 3: Enhancements Replace manual windlass with an electric version Upgrade chain and rope to fit new windlass Add pad-eye on bow platform for code zero sail Add Fischer Panda Perfect Power iSeries Generator Install reverse cycle heat and air conditioning system Add custom fitted mattress for sleeping berths New mainsail with deep double reef and Harken bat car track for ease of hoist Stack-pack for mainsail storage (see MacSails of Florida) Gooseneck double reefing hook from South Shore Yachts Replace standing rod rigging for peace of mind Add Code Zero sail on Facnor continuous line furling unit Add Wisker pole Upgrade roller furling unit Add Mantus anchor ******************************************
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