The Cape Dory Board

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I would recommend buying a copy of “Born to Build.. Cape Dory”. Besides being a great 1st hand read on the history of Cape Dory, it includes lots of detail on their production materials and processes. Included are names of key staff in the different departments one of whom must know where their teak...

Over the years, on different boats, I’ve used varnish, Cetol and left the teak raw. A few years ago I decided that Cetol, though a huge labor improvement over varnish, was still too much effort, especially the initial application steps. Decided to try Semco and have been very pleased with the result...

Boulter Plywood in Medford MA is a good source. I’ve used them in the past to get teak for various restoration projects. You’ll find they have a marine focus.

https://www.boulterplywood.com/


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Saw a what looks to be a nice CD 27 on eBay, located in Florida. Has Beta 14 diesel, good electronics, shows well in the pictures.

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Hi Bob, I too have a 30B with the Universal M18. Purchased the boat in 2021 and am confident the prop is the original. It was reconditioned by H&H this past fall and shows it is clearly a 13 x 10 RH, 1” shaft. With a clean bottom etc the boat easily cruises 5.5 knots at about 2200-2300 rpm and b...

You might try Rig-Rite in RI.

https://www.rigrite.com/

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I have a spare prop nut w/zinc that fits a 1” shaft. Prop nut was in fresh water, zinc is new. Replaced the whole unit last season.
Will take $20 + shipping if interested. If you’re going to the NH CD owner meeting on the 9th I could bring it there.

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*******. Have decided to keep the unit for now ************* 2 years old and in good working order. Light use, probably less than 20 hours in non-demanding conditions. All components, cables, manuals, connectors included. Some generic mounting hardware will be needed (screws, ties, etc). Was on a CD...

I would also look into a Beta. Hanson is a Nanni dealer too and might provide a competitive quote. Dion’s in Salem is a Beta dealer. A few years ago I installed a Beta in an Albin and found dealing with Beta U.S a very positive experience. The engine was top notch in design and performance. Good luc...

Hi John,

Am interested in the gear and am located in Marblehead. Will give you a call.

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This is the original bracket in good shape which has been replaced with the upgraded model. I hate tossing anything that might be of value to someone. Free, will ship, you pay for shipping.

Located in Marblehead, MA

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Hi Steve - sent a PM regarding the traveler thoughts.

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This were taken off a 1986 CD30 purchased last year. Removed the curtains and mounting hardware ( we prefer just the port-lights). Curtains have been washed, though am not certain if the fabric is meant to have a pattern of brownish dots or if it is just age distressed. 8 sets all together, 6 one si...

Great description of sailing conditions in Salem Sound and just offshore. A question, when using the 110, are you also using a staysail/boom? My conclusion after sailing for 1 year with the CD30 in this area is that my furling 145 is great for light air, but overall a 110 to 120 would be more approp...