The Cape Dory Board

I have a Cape Dory 30 currently with a fixed mainsail and I am considering changing to a loose footed main. I was wondering if anyone has done that in the past and if anyone has any thoughts on the matter. I was thinking I would have better sail shape at the foot especially in light winds.

I own a Cape Dory 30 that registered 17% moisture on my meter on the bottom of my keel near the rudder. What level of concern should I have? Anyone dealt with this before?

I will be taking my engine out in the spring if you are interested. It's a bit of a drive to NY though. Water pump is in good condition.

I'd like to know if anyone has been able to find a CNG element to retrofit a Force 10 cabin heater.

My CD 30 is going to need a new engine and I was wondering if anyone had any ideas of the make and model. I do know the current MD7A I have is very underpowered and right now doesn't have enough compression to turn over without removing the alternator belt. I also wonder if anyone has attempted the ...

Thanks Malcolm. I do have a cooling system driven by an impeller. I also have a hot water tank that I believe can be heated by the engine. I think you are right that only the exhaust is raw water cooled, but there must be something driving the water. The raw water enters the v-drive so maybe there i...

I am looking for some information on the engine in my CD 30,hull# 241. I believe the engine is a Volvo Penta MD7A, but the specs I have on the MD7A show only one belt driven pulley and I have two, one which I believe could be the raw water impeller. Does anyone know if this engine has 2 impellers? I...

Where is the best place to find replacement bulbs for a capedory 30? Im having a hard time finding the bow and stern lights in particular