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While I don't have your issue with the motor, for this season I plan to fill the water tank. Like you, I don't need the water, as I use bottled water, but I've read many posts that state the CD25s handle better with some weight forward.

All the best, Terry

Hey, Bob, Eventually I plan to replace Cassandra's, which are the same as yours. There is an article on Don Casey's website (I think I saw it there) about refitting using a different size port. Basically, it entails filling the hole and cutting it to size and mounting the new ones. There are a coupl...

Nice idea! My son is in an outdoor adventure club at school. They've all started carrying ENO hammocks, which are ultra-light parachute cloth and wrap you up like a cocoon. He bought a two-person unit and the webbing kit to wrap around just about anything. He says the ENO is super comfortable. All t...

You have good point, Bill, on current. I've don't have that issue, as I'm on a lake, though it's really a dammed up river, but I've pushed against the wind without problem. Others haven't had issue with the SailPro 6 that I've heard, perhaps as the thrust prop really adds to the realized power. But ...

Nigel, I raise the cover to start anyway and with old motor it wouldn't run without staying raised. However, the Tohatsu will run with the cover down but the operating tiller/throttle sticks out a bit so the cover doesn't close, which as mentioned is the way it is for me now anyway. The tiller/throt...

As mentioned, there are a lot of post re: motors for the 25. Last year, I replaced Cassandra's original evinrude with a Tohatsu SailPro. It has a long shaft with an appropriate prop (thrust), and alternator for charging batteries. I did not cut down the motor mount as many have done to accommodate t...

It looks complicated. Here's a link to some information on mooring in the med.

http://www.sailingissues.com/yachting-g ... oring.html

Regards, Terry

While Steve mentions wet wipes, we use unscented baby wipes. We started using them when ouron kids were little, a long time ago, and stuck with them as they're so useful. We buy them by the big box that has a few large bags. While driving over the road, I use them when no shower is available. Unlike...

The captain made it look sooooo easy, too. I can't imagine driving a semi off the ramp. Nice video, thanks for posting.

Hope the weather improves.

Regards,
Terry

Thanks OJ. I'll do as you suggested.

All the best, Terry

While Cassandra's (1977 CD25) bulkheads seem only to need a light sand and varnish, are they still structurally sound? How do I know?

All the best, Terry

During some winter research, I looked at some options to replace Cassandra's (cd25) original tank. While it's not bad, it's too small for my future plans. I liked the bladder tank that's available that would hold 30 gallons, fitting nicely in the same space the original takes up. The manufacturer's ...

When I replaced my ancient evinrude with a Tohatsu Sailpro last fall, the hp remained the same but the performance I received is incredibly better. The difference is the additional thrust provided by the prop. It's all in the pitch of the prop blades. As I understand it, a high thrust prop, like the...

Adam, I think the "z" mounting will provide air space beneath the panel for those short runs with motor, should heat be a concern to you. If not, you add spacers. My very small panel is directly mounted on the lid, done by a previous owner many years ago. It's worked well to maintain charg...

One of the local boat shops did remote a SailPro for a customer. It worked quite well, I am told. It's pricey though. I wouldn't cut a hole in the hatch, either. The SailPro tiller will fold back nicely. I don't like the idea of a motor with a built-in tank. As for the mounting bolts: The bracket on...