The Cape Dory Board

The whisker pole for my Cape Dory 30 Cutter went missing over the winter. Does anyone know the proper length and diameter for a replacement? Any thoughts on a good brand?

Thanks, Dave

1974 Cape Dory 25 Sails great with classic Cape Dory lines. Full keel with tiller and 1,700 lbs. of internal lead ballast. An extremely stable and safe boat. Sleeps 4, galley sink, head, water tank, lifelines, bow and stern pulpits, all bronze fittings and winches, Lovingly maintained since purchase...

Hi everyone, I'm getting ready to repower my CD 30. I was leaning towards an 18 hp Volvo, but recently found a "new" 18 hp Yanmar diesel for sale (Yanmar 2GM 20 F) at a considerable savings. The engine was purchased new in 2006, but was never installed. It looks great, just a little rust o...

We need to replace the transmission on our Cape Dory 30. We pulled the engine and found much rust on our original 1984 Universal diesel. The engine runs well, but it seems like a good time to clean her up. We need new engine mounts, a new muffler, a new oil pan, needs wire brushing and painting, and...

Hi Steve, I'm also facing a repower of our Cape Dory 30. I'm considering a new Volvo, Yanmar, Westerbeke or Universal - all are 18 hp engines. I'm shopping around on the Internet for the best deal. Although my current Universal runs well, it's 25 years old, is rusty and needs a new transmission. I'm...