We've just completed an extensive overhaul and need more projects
.thanks for your imput.
mike
umci@localnet.com
Are you a Cape Dory 33 Owner, if so....read on
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Mike Ritenour
Are you a Cape Dory 33 Owner, if so....read on
We'd be interested in learning of modifications, alterations or improvements made by 33 owners.
We've just completed an extensive overhaul and need more projects.
thanks for your imput.
mike
umci@localnet.com
We've just completed an extensive overhaul and need more projects
.thanks for your imput.
mike
umci@localnet.com
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Liz Robinson
Re: Are you a Cape Dory 33 Owner, if so....read on
Hi Mike,
We really missed not having a bow platform (like we had on our 28) to store our Bruce and CQR anchors. So, we added one. It is kind of overkill, made of 1/2" stainless plate bolted on with a sufficient backing plate. We had to cut off the old roller. We use the standard CQR and Bruce anchor holders, and let me tell you, this is ONE STRONG INSTALLATION!! We like to anchor out a lot!! The extra foot extending from the bow makes dropping the anchor less painful for the boat and our backs!! We also have a 2" rub rail port and stbd which really jazzes up the boat (people are constantly saying "it looks like a Cape Dory, but...". The ice box lid was remade into a hinged affair which conserves a lot of the cold air. We added 5" to 6" of insulation to the ice box -- SOME JOB!!
- The smaller hanging locker (forward one) has shelves, which we find much more efficient. The v-berth has been filled in so that the storage underneath is easier to access (with two drawers in the front).
- A small wood box installed beneath the companionway ladder stores tools, and another box attached to the portside settee at galley bulkhead serves as a storage box for canned goods and a seat. The engine area, as you know, is a bit tight. Therefore, we added a false wall aft of the engine (which we replaced -- to a Volvo 2003) which is where the diesel primary filtre and water separator and the raw water strainer are located and water pump for refrigeration and an engineroom light.
- THE CURTAINS are custom made by a company owned by Vavolotis' brother and are identical to original. If you would like the reference, we could probably dig it up, or call Robinhood. A second set of winches (Lewmar 40ST -- bronze, of course!!) were added aft of the original set so that the helm person can tack and steer at the same time, or sort of...
- A great addition was the dual-color lights (red and white) over nav table and galley so that we can rummage around the galley or nav table after dark and not trash the night vision of whoever is at the helm. If you get kind of crazy (like we did) and decide to upgrade your electrical system we found a great electrical panel which gives digital readouts of DC, volts, amps and amp useage and for 110 as well.
- Probably the most efficient change was to cut back the wet locker beside the quarterberth. It improves engine access and makes a more reasonably-sized locker, and enables servicing of starboard cockpit scupper seacock. We cut the bottom 8" off and re-glassed it
So, what have you done with your boat? Any suggestions for us? My husband's "To Do" list is getting entirely too short...
Liz Robinson
We'd be interested in learning of modifications, alterations or improvements made by 33 owners.
ertb@email.msn.com
We really missed not having a bow platform (like we had on our 28) to store our Bruce and CQR anchors. So, we added one. It is kind of overkill, made of 1/2" stainless plate bolted on with a sufficient backing plate. We had to cut off the old roller. We use the standard CQR and Bruce anchor holders, and let me tell you, this is ONE STRONG INSTALLATION!! We like to anchor out a lot!! The extra foot extending from the bow makes dropping the anchor less painful for the boat and our backs!! We also have a 2" rub rail port and stbd which really jazzes up the boat (people are constantly saying "it looks like a Cape Dory, but...". The ice box lid was remade into a hinged affair which conserves a lot of the cold air. We added 5" to 6" of insulation to the ice box -- SOME JOB!!
- The smaller hanging locker (forward one) has shelves, which we find much more efficient. The v-berth has been filled in so that the storage underneath is easier to access (with two drawers in the front).
- A small wood box installed beneath the companionway ladder stores tools, and another box attached to the portside settee at galley bulkhead serves as a storage box for canned goods and a seat. The engine area, as you know, is a bit tight. Therefore, we added a false wall aft of the engine (which we replaced -- to a Volvo 2003) which is where the diesel primary filtre and water separator and the raw water strainer are located and water pump for refrigeration and an engineroom light.
- THE CURTAINS are custom made by a company owned by Vavolotis' brother and are identical to original. If you would like the reference, we could probably dig it up, or call Robinhood. A second set of winches (Lewmar 40ST -- bronze, of course!!) were added aft of the original set so that the helm person can tack and steer at the same time, or sort of...
- A great addition was the dual-color lights (red and white) over nav table and galley so that we can rummage around the galley or nav table after dark and not trash the night vision of whoever is at the helm. If you get kind of crazy (like we did) and decide to upgrade your electrical system we found a great electrical panel which gives digital readouts of DC, volts, amps and amp useage and for 110 as well.
- Probably the most efficient change was to cut back the wet locker beside the quarterberth. It improves engine access and makes a more reasonably-sized locker, and enables servicing of starboard cockpit scupper seacock. We cut the bottom 8" off and re-glassed it
So, what have you done with your boat? Any suggestions for us? My husband's "To Do" list is getting entirely too short...
Liz Robinson
We'd be interested in learning of modifications, alterations or improvements made by 33 owners.
Mike Ritenour wrote: We've just completed an extensive overhaul and need more projects
thanks for your imput.
mike
ertb@email.msn.com
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Derek Hillen
Re: Are you a Cape Dory 33 Owner, if so....read on
It's great to see the Cape Dory 33 owners out there doing the same things! I too have spent and am spending all my free time upgrading and getting ready for the big trip, which will commence in August.
I am upgrading my winches to Lewmar 44s to get extra power - I got a great quote from West Marine. As a singlehander, I steer with my knee when I lean over the wheel to tack. Seems to work but then I have long arms!
I am ripping out the pressurized alcohol and putting in propane. This is mainly due to the scarcity of alcohol overseas.
Last summer I installed a Monitor windvane which has made all the difference in the world. The more conditions deteriorate and the more you need a hand, the more power the vane generates. Life changing stuff.
Thanks for the tip on curtains, I will call Robinhood tomorrow.
How did you attach the rubrail? I think it is a great idea.
Can you give me some information on that nifty electrical panel? What have you done for your battery bank? Any solar?
What about a ham radio? I am working towards my ticket now and am installing dynaplates below the waterline. (This should keep your husband busy).
Did you go for a windlass? I am going for a chain stopper and biceps first. But this ground tackle stuff has me perplexed. Where do you put all the chain?????
Cheers.
Derek
"Galileo"
Hull # 49
dhhillen@aol.com
I am upgrading my winches to Lewmar 44s to get extra power - I got a great quote from West Marine. As a singlehander, I steer with my knee when I lean over the wheel to tack. Seems to work but then I have long arms!
I am ripping out the pressurized alcohol and putting in propane. This is mainly due to the scarcity of alcohol overseas.
Last summer I installed a Monitor windvane which has made all the difference in the world. The more conditions deteriorate and the more you need a hand, the more power the vane generates. Life changing stuff.
Thanks for the tip on curtains, I will call Robinhood tomorrow.
How did you attach the rubrail? I think it is a great idea.
Can you give me some information on that nifty electrical panel? What have you done for your battery bank? Any solar?
What about a ham radio? I am working towards my ticket now and am installing dynaplates below the waterline. (This should keep your husband busy).
Did you go for a windlass? I am going for a chain stopper and biceps first. But this ground tackle stuff has me perplexed. Where do you put all the chain?????
Cheers.
Derek
"Galileo"
Hull # 49
Liz Robinson wrote: Hi Mike,
We really missed not having a bow platform (like we had on our 28) to store our Bruce and CQR anchors. So, we added one. It is kind of overkill, made of 1/2" stainless plate bolted on with a sufficient backing plate. We had to cut off the old roller. We use the standard CQR and Bruce anchor holders, and let me tell you, this is ONE STRONG INSTALLATION!! We like to anchor out a lot!! The extra foot extending from the bow makes dropping the anchor less painful for the boat and our backs!! We also have a 2" rub rail port and stbd which really jazzes up the boat (people are constantly saying "it looks like a Cape Dory, but...". The ice box lid was remade into a hinged affair which conserves a lot of the cold air. We added 5" to 6" of insulation to the ice box -- SOME JOB!!
- The smaller hanging locker (forward one) has shelves, which we find much more efficient. The v-berth has been filled in so that the storage underneath is easier to access (with two drawers in the front).
- A small wood box installed beneath the companionway ladder stores tools, and another box attached to the portside settee at galley bulkhead serves as a storage box for canned goods and a seat. The engine area, as you know, is a bit tight. Therefore, we added a false wall aft of the engine (which we replaced -- to a Volvo 2003) which is where the diesel primary filtre and water separator and the raw water strainer are located and water pump for refrigeration and an engineroom light.
- THE CURTAINS are custom made by a company owned by Vavolotis' brother and are identical to original. If you would like the reference, we could probably dig it up, or call Robinhood. A second set of winches (Lewmar 40ST -- bronze, of course!!) were added aft of the original set so that the helm person can tack and steer at the same time, or sort of...
- A great addition was the dual-color lights (red and white) over nav table and galley so that we can rummage around the galley or nav table after dark and not trash the night vision of whoever is at the helm. If you get kind of crazy (like we did) and decide to upgrade your electrical system we found a great electrical panel which gives digital readouts of DC, volts, amps and amp useage and for 110 as well.
- Probably the most efficient change was to cut back the wet locker beside the quarterberth. It improves engine access and makes a more reasonably-sized locker, and enables servicing of starboard cockpit scupper seacock. We cut the bottom 8" off and re-glassed it
So, what have you done with your boat? Any suggestions for us? My husband's "To Do" list is getting entirely too short...
Liz Robinson
We'd be interested in learning of modifications, alterations or improvements made by 33 owners.
Mike Ritenour wrote: We've just completed an extensive overhaul and need more projects
thanks for your imput.
mike
dhhillen@aol.com