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Old 20-09-2013, 13:36   #1
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Until retirement. I am considering a 1969 Tartan 26. Everything sounds wonderful, but what should I watch out for? New sailor and more than likely will be single handed.
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Salty old seadogs... Welcome to CF Marie...
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Old 20-09-2013, 13:46   #3
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Welcome Marie...I had a 1966 Tartan 37. The older ones are known for soft deck issues...I said deck...not...oh never mind! The 30 is a nice boat also.
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Aloha and welcome aboard!

Spongy decks are to be avoided.
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Greetings and welcome aboard the CF, Marie.
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With a boat of that age, watch out for everything, but the two hidden deal breakers are soft decks (wet, rotted core) and a bad engine. I had a general survey done on our first boat but also had a diesel mechanic come and give the engine a thorough going over.
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Thanks to all of you for the warm welcome to CF. Marie
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Everything sounds wonderful, but what should I watch out for?
You should watch out for the fact that you will want to go bigger!

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Old 04-10-2013, 09:21   #9
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I have heard that from a few sailors. Thank you for your response.

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