CD 25 items to look for

[Jim Ehrenfried]

I'm considering a '74 vintage CD-25, and would like to know any quirks, or known issues to look out for during the survey process for this model/year. I would also like to get people's opinions on the merits of the outboard well vs. the inboard diesel setup. My experience has been with external outboards & I have my own opinions, but would like to hear from actual users.



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[Jim Stull]

I'm considering a '74 vintage CD-25, and would like to know any quirks, or known issues to look out for during the survey process for this model/year. I would also like to get people's opinions on the merits of the outboard well vs. the inboard diesel setup. My experience has been with external outboards & I have my own opinions, but would like to hear from actual users.

Jim
Don't know how long you wish to keep the boat or what you wish to use it for but here are a couple of thoughts.

If trailering is desired the CD25 is great.
No problem with a good outboard as to power.
I have been told that the CD25 is a better sailing boat than the 25D, probably the "D" owners might disagree.
I bought a '75 model but in retrospect I would have been money ahead not to mention great gobs of time if I had spent a few thousand more for a newer boat. The later boats have opening bronze portlites, real seacocks, not gate valves, a bridge deck, much better lifeline stanchions and probably more. I upgraded my boat by adding these items but at a much greater cost than just paying a bit more for a later boat.
Jim



jtstull@icubed.com

[Tom Foley]

I purchased a 74 CD25 last year that needed a lot of cosmetic work and I am very happy with it. I use a Mariner 8hp with it and have no trouble going upstream against the current for 2 miles to reach my moring.

Tom Foley
Heather
Kennebunk, Maine

quirks, or known issues to look out for during the survey process for this model/year. I would also like to get people's opinions on the merits of the outboard well vs. the inboard diesel setup. My experience has been with external outboards & I have my own opinions, but would like to hear from actual users.

Jim
Don't know how long you wish to keep the boat or what you wish to use it for but here are a couple of thoughts.

If trailering is desired the CD25 is great.
No problem with a good outboard as to power.
I have been told that the CD25 is a better sailing boat than the 25D, probably the "D" owners might disagree.
I bought a '75 model but in retrospect I would have been money ahead not to mention great gobs of time if I had spent a few thousand more for a newer boat. The later boats have opening bronze portlites, real seacocks, not gate valves, a bridge deck, much better lifeline stanchions and probably more. I upgraded my boat by adding these items but at a much greater cost than just paying a bit more for a later boat.
Jim

alewifehouse@mainecoast.net

[Bruce Bett]

Jim:

The early CD-25s had a wide open lazerette. These scooped up water underway and flooded the lazerette. If the boat your looking at has two shelves (for gas cans) and a well for the engine's lower end than it's all right. If the engine compartment is not lined than you have a problem. It's a problem for which there are solutions. It's still a great boat, but it's defiantly a quirk.

Bruce Bett
Sostenuto
CD 25 #496

I'm considering a '74 vintage CD-25, and would like to know any quirks, or known issues to look out for during the survey process for this model/year. I would also like to get people's opinions on the merits of the outboard well vs. the inboard diesel setup. My experience has been with external outboards & I have my own opinions, but would like to hear from actual users.

bettb@macomb.cc.mi.us

[Mark Tallon]

I'm considering a '74 vintage CD-25, and would like to know any quirks, or known issues to look out for during the survey process for this model/year. I would also like to get people's opinions on the merits of the outboard well vs. the inboard diesel setup. My experience has been with external outboards & I have my own opinions, but would like to hear from actual users.

Solace, 1974, hull # 165.
I am very pleased with Solace. The main thing I suggest you take a look at is the liner under the mast step (inside the boat). I don't have a problem; however, I have heard discussions that recommend you look for cracking at this point. There should be an access port there where you can look in and see above the liner.
Also, when the boat is out of the water take a look at the bottom of the rudder. Pay particular attention at the bottom where the rudder post sits in the plate extending from the bottom of the keel. Over the years mine has become a little loose and it looks like it might be a little work to bring it back to like new condition.
Your looking at a great boat and I recommend it highly.
m.tallon



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[rita]

I'm considering a '74 vintage CD-25, and would like to know any quirks, or known issues to look out for during the survey process for this model/year. I would also like to get people's opinions on the merits of the outboard well vs. the inboard diesel setup. My experience has been with external outboards & I have my own opinions, but would like to hear from actual users.

I purchased an '81 just a few month ago ..haven't sailed for years and I am having a great time....she is just about perfect for me and needs
very little work...I have a 9.9 Mariner in the well with electric start and 2 gas tanks on either side ..an easy set up for me....I have to do some minor teak work this year , some recaulking,not too much else for right now....one of my chain plates will probaably get redone in the next year as well as to rebed one of the stansions.....I will probably keep this little gem forever.....Good Luck! Rita



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