The Cape Dory Board

Hi:
Check out Jiffy Jax. http://www.jiffyjax.com/
I have them on my CD-28. No altering of sail or sail cover is required. They stow along the mast and boom when not in use, so no rubbing or slapping on the sail while you're underway.
Regards,
Tony Jeske

Hi: Many sailmakers mention in their brochures that they use Heminway and Bartlett thread in their sails. It's a well respected brand. Sailrite used to supply Heminway & Bartlett thread when you ordered thread from them, but I was disappointed to receive a non branded "mystery" thread ...

Hi:
I realize that mounting a traveler on a CD-28 isn't the same as a CD-25, but I too, had car interference issues, so perhaps you can get some ideas from my installation:
http://www.jibeho.org/Traveler.htm

Good Luck,
Tony Jeske

Here's the pic:
[img]http://www/jibeho.org/images/traveler.jpg[/img]

Hi : I have Jiffy Jax on my CD-28. I especially like the fact that they are pulled to the mast when not in use. No windage, slapping, abrasion on the sail, etc. Also no modification or replacement of the sail cover is needed, that sold it for me. Or backstay, for that matter. A neat package, well ma...

Hi: I too, use a heat gun to soften the Cetol before scraping. I use a Pro Prep scraper and am very pleased with it. It'll need to be sharpened from time to time, but is easily done with a file. Here's a look at one: http://www.hartvilletool.com/product/11211 Between coats, I roughen with a non-meta...

Hi Stan: You can affix Ty-wraps to the internal wiring every foot or so, leaving the long tail still attached. The tail will keep the wires from knocking around, but the wire bundle will still be easy to remove and install. "Bow ties" of foam tied to the wires will work, too. I use Tef-Gel...

Hi Greg: I replaced the stuffing box hose on my 1984 CD-28 a few years ago. The old hose had clamps on both ends. You'll need to use stainless flat band clamps that look like this: http://www.fastfittings.com/page/1127223 It takes a special (expensive) tool to install these clamps, you may need to h...

Hi Jeff: An asymmetrical, or cruising spinnaker is easier to set, control and douse than a symmetrical. With an ATM Chute Scoop, hoisting and dousing is a snap and can even be done single handed. An asym doesn't need a pole or all the associated rigging, i.e. topping lift and guy. All you'll need to...

Matt:
Take a look at the Aqua Signal 80100-7. It's a 5 pin connector with a double O-ring seal. I installed one at the mast on my last CD-28 and was very satisfied.
Regards,
Tony

Hi Matt:
I built a steel cradle for my last CD-28. I have the drawings, I could e-mail or snail mail them to you. Send me a PM.
Regards,
Tony Jeske

Hi All:
This knot, which I, too, use is also known as a Lark's Head and also as a Girth Hitch. I prefer the more elegant (at least to me), Lark's Head.
Fair Winds,
Tony Jeske

Bob, I really like the fancy work you've done to Zephyr. It's given me some good ideas! Sea Hunt, you might want to get a copy of "The Marlinspike Sailor" by Hervey Garrett Smith. Along with instructions for a Turk's Head knot, you'll find clear, easy to follow instructions for coachwhippp...

HI: My CD-28, a 1984, has a vinyl lined hanging locker behind the head to starboard. To port there's a sink with a cabinet below and a small cabinet on the bulkhead above the sink. The small upper cabinet limits access to the chain plates on that side. I expect the cabinet would have to be removed t...

Ned: I'll try to answer your queries: HEADSAIL Beating in light air 1. You'll want a little extra fullness (curve) in both your heasail and main in light air. Just ease the genoa sheet a tad to see the fullness. Have your sailmaker put a draft stripe on the sail and you'll be able to see and judge b...