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- May 27th, '20, 09:17
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Rowboat trailer
- Replies: 1
- Views: 139
Rowboat trailer
Does anyone still manufacture small rowboat trailers? I have a 9'6" Compass Skiff to haul. I have an old Sears rowboat trailer, but rust has taken it over and it's sinking into my back yard.
- Jun 9th, '17, 16:37
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Outboard: SMALL!!!
- Replies: 15
- Views: 901
Outboard: SMALL!!!
I have always enjoyed rowing, but because of a shoulder injury, it has become painful to row for a distance or against a chop. So, reluctantly, I have decided to put a small (the smallest possible) outboard on my Walker Bay 8. Questions: Does anyone make 1 1/2 h.p. outboards any more and is it worth...
- Nov 14th, '15, 11:03
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Autohelm 4000 repair
- Replies: 8
- Views: 373
Re: Autohelm 4000 repair
Thanks, Gabbiano. My boat takes the wheel version, though.
- Nov 10th, '15, 13:09
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Autohelm 4000 repair
- Replies: 8
- Views: 373
Re: Autohelm 4000 repair
Hi, Tom and Jean
I sent you a pm.
Thanks!
I sent you a pm.
Thanks!
- Oct 31st, '15, 11:32
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Autohelm 4000 repair
- Replies: 8
- Views: 373
Autohelm 4000 repair
I have two problems with my Autohelm 4000. First, the wheel steering hesitates to disengage. Second, a fairly large piece of hardware is floating around the inside of the control unit. I've taken the unit apart and cannot see where the piece detached itself. Anybody have an idea about where or wheth...
- Jul 20th, '15, 12:45
- Forum: Buy/Sell CD Boats & Gear
- Topic: "Flying Bugster" is for sale.
- Replies: 0
- Views: 457
"Flying Bugster" is for sale.
1978 Cape Dory 25. Fully battened main , roller furling jib and genoa. Two axle trailer. 2014 Yamaha 6hp four stroke outboard with 10-12 hours on it. Fortress anchor, chain, and rode. Bimini, shore power, VHF, Windex, stereo, fans, solar vent, teak veneer hatch, porta-potti, cushions, canvas winter ...
- Jun 3rd, '15, 19:41
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Mooring installer in Portland, Maine
- Replies: 4
- Views: 221
Re: Mooring installer in Portland, Maine
Thanks! I'll give them a call tomorrow.
- Jun 2nd, '15, 15:33
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Mooring installer in Portland, Maine
- Replies: 4
- Views: 221
Re: Mooring installer in Portland, Maine
The harbormaster has given me a list of about twenty eligible companies. I could throw a dart at the list, but I'd feel better with a recommendation.
- Jun 2nd, '15, 14:24
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Mooring installer in Portland, Maine
- Replies: 4
- Views: 221
Mooring installer in Portland, Maine
Next week I am going to put my new Cape Dory 30, "Flying Bugster II," (long story) in the water for the first time, and I want to have a mooring ready for it. I have permission from the Portland harbormaster to install a mooring and would appreciate hearing from anyone who can recommend so...
- Mar 23rd, '15, 08:50
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Looking for diesel advice
- Replies: 6
- Views: 427
Looking for diesel advice
I just bought a CD 30 with a 2005 Beta 20 hp diesel engine. I once lived with an Atomic 4 and by necessity learned all . . . and I mean ALL . . . about its workings. But I am completely new to diesels and would love to draw on the wisdom of this board. What do I need to do to get the engine ready fo...
- Mar 23rd, '15, 08:44
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Maine Boatbuilders Show
- Replies: 6
- Views: 377
Re: Maine Boatbuilders Show
Excellent idea! I'll do it.
Very nice to meet you at the Boatbuilders Show.
Very nice to meet you at the Boatbuilders Show.
- Mar 18th, '15, 17:47
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Maine Boatbuilders Show
- Replies: 6
- Views: 377
Re: Maine Boatbuilders Show
I'll be there Saturday morning for a quick spin around the exhibits with two of my grandsons. I'll keep an eye out for you.
- Mar 18th, '15, 12:43
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: Maine Boatbuilders Show
- Replies: 6
- Views: 377
Maine Boatbuilders Show
The calendar, if not the thermometer, says that spring begins in two days. Are any Cape Dorians planning to go to the Maine Boatbuilders Show in Portland this weekend? If you are in the building on Friday or Sunday from 12:00 to 2:00, stop by the Compass Project booth to say hello. I have owned two ...
- Jan 27th, '15, 20:16
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: towing walker bay 8
- Replies: 71
- Views: 2562
Re: towing walker bay 8
The new oarlocks were easy to install using a Forstner drill bit. http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-a-forstner-bit.htm In fact there is a reinforced area at the appropriate distance back from the bow seat in which to install the oarlocks. A pair of Walker Bay oarlocks is available from Inflatable Boat...
- Jan 26th, '15, 10:18
- Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
- Topic: towing walker bay 8
- Replies: 71
- Views: 2562
Re: towing walker bay 8
I've had a Walker Bay 8 for around fourteen years. It rows well when I'm in it alone, but it sinks at the stern when carrying more than one person. Last summer I added oarlocks forward so that I could row from the bow seat with two people aboard. Adding that second set of oarlocks has made all the d...