The Cape Dory Board

Looking for information about converting existing winchs to self tailing with an add-on plastic spool that attachs to existing winch. I have seen them but don't know where to look.

I am in need of a replacement seacock for my 22D. I will have to check the size. Do you still have one available??

Scott in Provincetown

Hello Cape Dorians. While trying to sell CD 27 hull #1 (restoration project that proved to be too big for me) I stumbled upon a 1984 22D that needed a new owner. She is a very sweet little boat and in very good condition. I have a few questions that I hope someone can help me with. I need to do some...

1976 Cape Dory 27, hull #1. $3000.00 Classic Alberg design. Project boat located in Provincetown, MA. Yanmar 8hp diesel engine in running condition. Sails and rigging in good condition. Hull is solid. Boat has corroded chainplates, a common problem in older Cape dorys, which need to be repaired. Coc...

I recently removed the on-deck shroud fittings from my CD 27. In the process of banging, crashing, and swearing the cabin was showered with chunks of rusted metal. This appears to be a result of the deterioration of the (steel?) backing plates often discussed on this board. As access for repair is q...

My recently purchased CD 27 came without a tiller. The boat was previously converted to pedastal steering, but I plan to return to tiller steering. I'm trying to find a replacement which would be a close match to the original. Or, based on this discussion, should I opt for something beefier? Any tho...

Thanks Kyle. Angela had suggested I look for this info on the board. Thanks alot for the link.

Scott

Does anyone know if this article is available on line yet? And if so, where and how???

Thanks,
Scott

Hello board members. This is my first posting, so wish me luck. I have recently acquired a CD 27, hull#1 here on Cape Cod.I stumbled upon the boat in Harwich as I was returning from a boat shopping trip off-cape. I have moved the boat to Provincetown and begun the restoration. She needs work! Lots o...