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by ctcd22lis
Dec 12th, '23, 22:35
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Advice for new owner of a Cape Dory 22
Replies: 21
Views: 1989

Re: Advice for new owner of a Cape Dory 22

Steve, yes. Unfortunately there is only one (maybe 2) gas tank made in the solar system that fits the 22. I also keep it in the lazarette.

West Marine had a 3 gal tank that fits, but i believe they discontinued stock. If you find one grab it!
by ctcd22lis
Dec 10th, '23, 19:15
Forum: Cape Dory Project Descriptions & Project Photos
Topic: Dyneema lifelines
Replies: 6
Views: 1025

Re: Dyneema lifelines

This is a timely post as I pulled the vinyl covered lifelines on my ‘84 CD22. I have the same welded pulpits on the bow, but planning to use the clamped-on type so I can lower the lines a wee bit so the Genoa doesn’t get hung up on them as much. Dyneema will be my choice as well, and never thought o...
by ctcd22lis
Dec 10th, '23, 13:14
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Advice for new owner of a Cape Dory 22
Replies: 21
Views: 1989

Re: Advice for new owner of a Cape Dory 22

I agree the SailPro works well, but it does need a special “tweak” so it runs flawlessly. I have it on a Spartan Bracket which IS PROBLEMATIC because it won’t full tilt due to the gargantuan front handle…. I require a significant amount of motor jiu-jitsu in order to tilt but even then it doesn’t fu...
by ctcd22lis
Dec 10th, '23, 13:05
Forum: Cape Dory Sailboats
Topic: Center of balance CD22
Replies: 6
Views: 509

Re: Center of balance CD22

I know this post is old…but I responded under another user name above (S2sailorlis) because I was unable to reset my password due to the board software….. I’ve also read other sources stating boat trailers should be at 5-10%, some have quoted USCG, Shoreline Trailers, etc. Triad’s manual is nonexist...