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I've got a Bristol 32 as well, 1976. I hit an uncharted rock at five knots. Was with a friend in a Pearson at the time. He couldn't believe the sound of the impact, and came alongside to rescue me from what he thought must be a sinking boat. That fall, I had to repair a little gelcoat on the keel. I always figured she had enough extra glass in her to make a sizable daysailer.
Check that the chainplates lead fair. Seems obvious, I know, but what can I say, mine did not. The original wiring might be suspect. I have found some wire nuts, if you can believe that. I don't know if that model has a deck stepped mast, but if it does, see how the bulkhead in way of the mast is holding up. I'm watching mine carefully, as it moves a little.
Have fun with her. The hulls of these old things are just bomber, and the mast is at least twice what it needs to be. The rigging, if it is new or replaced, is extremely strong, much stronger than the boat actually needs. Look up the blog "The adventures of Ute." It's a fun read.
Mainebristol
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