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by JimNewton
Apr 18th, '05, 20:26
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Repair to Worn Toe Rail?
Replies: 2
Views: 995

Repair to Worn Toe Rail?

We're in need of suggestions. For the last two years we have been on a mooring and have noticed significant damage to the toe rail. The mooring pennant has worn a considerable grove into both the uppper and lower section of the toe rail. I now know what we should have done to prevent this damage. Wh...
by JimNewton
Apr 8th, '05, 10:54
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Spreader Height for radar installation? CD30
Replies: 8
Views: 1566

Thanks Larry, I was aware of the potential complications of cutting the cable and have chosen to have a professional do the install. I’ve done most of the electronics to date, but these one I’m getting help on.
Jim
by JimNewton
Apr 8th, '05, 10:35
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Spreader Height for radar installation? CD30
Replies: 8
Views: 1566

Spreader Height for radar installation? CD30

I am about to install a radar on Alcyone and trying to determine the cable length I'll need. Does anyone know the height above deck of the spreaders? Better yet, the full length of cable I’ll need? I’m planning on mounting the 18” Furuno dome just above the spreaders, run the cable to a termination ...
by JimNewton
Mar 8th, '05, 19:51
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Radar Display - Where to mount?
Replies: 4
Views: 1189

Radar Display - Where to mount?

We'll be adding a radar to our CD30 this Spring and have a question regarding the mounting of the display. I would like to mount the display on a swing arm of some sort near the companion way, rather than on the pedestal. Ideally I like to be able to swing it into the cockpit when in use and back in...