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by Lex Loci
Mar 25th, '21, 06:57
Forum: Buy/Sell CD Boats & Gear
Topic: 1981 CD TW for Sale
Replies: 2
Views: 582

1981 CD TW for Sale

SOLD Thanks for your interest. She is moving on to her next adventure with a great new owner who understands the beauty - inside and out - of the Cape Dory Typhoon Weekender. Carl Alberg designed day sailor (Hull #1800) built in 1981 (w/out trailer) for sale. The boat has too many upgrades to list ...
by Lex Loci
Jan 16th, '15, 08:36
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Update on Your Lehr Outboard Experience?
Replies: 13
Views: 763

Re: Update on Your Lehr Outboard Experience?

Thanks again for all the great input! Concerning the propane, weight and size are significant concerns. If I go this route, I plan to use the 1# bottles for emergency reserve and use either a Manchester 5# (steel) or a Worthington 6# (aluminum) tank as the main fuel source. Lehr markets fiberglass t...
by Lex Loci
Jan 15th, '15, 10:14
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Update on Your Lehr Outboard Experience?
Replies: 13
Views: 763

Re: Update on Your Lehr Outboard Experience?

Thanks to all of you for your replies. Very helpful! Concerning the comment about manufacture in China, it reminded me of when I was young and the phrase "made in Japan" was associated with cheap and shoddily made products. This got me to wondering about whether there are any actual manufa...
by Lex Loci
Jan 12th, '15, 11:52
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Update on Your Lehr Outboard Experience?
Replies: 13
Views: 763

Update on Your Lehr Outboard Experience?

All: I am in the market for an outboard motor for my Cape Dory Typhoon Weekender. Reliability and weight are two key factors in making my decision. I am concerned about going with a traditional gas powered outboard given all that I have read about the issues associated with E85 gasoline in a marine ...