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Posted By vtcapo

Re: Tiller or Wheel Steering

I am surprised how many prefer a tiller even on big boats. Converting over to a tiller on my Slocum would not be a big deal other than taking away cockpit space depending on which tack your on. ...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

28-08-2013, 18:37

Replies: 41

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: Tiller or Wheel Steering

Seems like you're more than satisfied? How does she hand steer in a blow?

I once used what I think they call a "comb" to lock in the tiller to take some of the stress off the helmsman. It worked...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

28-08-2013, 18:26

Replies: 41

Views: 9,387

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Tiller or Wheel Steering

I know what Roverhi is talking about. Lost steering on my friends 39 Cal coming into the Palm Beach inlet. Cable on the quadrant parted because it wasn't double clamped. I am sure it wouldn't have...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

28-08-2013, 16:08

Replies: 41

Sailboat about to be clobbered by a 100-foot rouge wave (pic)

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: Tiller or Wheel Steering

You're right. If you want ultimate feedback go with a tiller. I did that on my first boat, a 35' 6 meter sloop. But If you are on a boat 30' Plus and doing long distance cruising or an older sailor...

Forum: General Sailing Forum

26-08-2013, 03:55

Replies: 84

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: Sailboat about to be clobbered by a 100-foot rouge wave (pic)

I would have to agree with you on NOT leaving the boat. If she is not taking on water and not breaking up your best chance for survival is staying on board. But like the Perfect Storm what we...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

21-08-2013, 16:18

Replies: 66

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: Want buy seaworthy boat for circumnavigation

Aaa.. You mean...Float?

RT

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

21-08-2013, 11:02

Replies: 66

Views: 19,252

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Want buy seaworthy boat for circumnavigation

You are saying quantity makes it a good boat? Aside from her lack of performance, Neil Pride pointed out she has some inherent structural problems.

Like I said, far better choices out there and...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

20-08-2013, 14:09

Replies: 66

Views: 19,252

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Want buy seaworthy boat for circumnavigation

Slow and cumbersome by today's standard and she doesn't point. However, the 416 is the better of the the design linage due to increase sail area which in my opinion is still lacking. You have to...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

20-08-2013, 13:51

Replies: 131

What Would You Do? 26ft vs 34ft

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: What would you do? 26ft vs 34ft

You don't have a dilemma, you hit the jackpot. If the girl's a keeper and she wants bigger, what's the problem? My wife's a keeper but she gives me nothing but grief every boat I own. Geezzz.. count...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

20-08-2013, 07:36

Replies: 66

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: Want buy seaworthy boat for circumnavigation

Stay away from the OI 41. Ask any delivery Captain and they will tell you the same. Great layout, a dog as far as performance....

RT

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

20-08-2013, 07:30

Replies: 8

No.2 Allmand 31

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: No.2 Allmand 31

I was the Purchasing Manager for Allmand Boats 1980-82 just before they went out of business. The Allmand 31 was a hand laid up boat and very stout. Her major design flaw was excessive free board...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

19-12-2012, 14:30

Replies: 155

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: Fin Keel Strength ?

Of course it wouldn't have happened because full keelers would never show up for the race. But if for example a W32 landed upon the Brambles, it surely wouldn't have lost its keel.

This type of...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

19-12-2012, 06:41

Replies: 155

Views: 34,501

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Fin Keel Strength ?

What is your point Don, ignore the issue? You are one of those who shrug their shoulders and say it is a non-issue. Anyone who has been around boats and boat yards know differently.

However...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

19-12-2012, 05:44

Replies: 155

Views: 34,501

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Fin Keel Strength ?

There you go Gypsynurse. I think Neilpride just about sums it up. What you should get out of this discussion is that there are valid arguments on both sides of this issue. Since you are looking for...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

17-12-2012, 16:58

Replies: 155

Views: 34,501

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Fin Keel Strength ?

And your point?
Milk and cookies nite nite.........

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

17-12-2012, 16:32

Replies: 155

Views: 34,501

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Fin Keel Strength ?

>I actually never started on the subject, that it was structurally better, if you >can show me repeatable strength and durability tests from a reputable test >house I will consider that aspect.
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Forum: Monohull Sailboats

17-12-2012, 08:46

Replies: 155

Views: 34,501

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Fin Keel Strength ?

NeilPride and Cheechako know what they are talking about. You apparently can't get your head around this issue.

Manufactureres use externally bolted on ballast not because it is structurally...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

17-12-2012, 05:18

Replies: 155

Views: 34,501

Posted By vtcapo

Re: Fin Keel Strength ?

Jim if you were to re-read what I wrote I said the safest design if grounded or hitting a container or reef is a full or modified full keel with encapsulated ballast. I don't think anyone except KVB...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

16-12-2012, 05:43

Replies: 43

Pacific Seacraft 37/40

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Posted By vtcapo

Re: Pacific Seacraft 37/40

Not to be overlooked and in everyway comparable to the PSC’s are the Slocum 37 and 43.

I am refitting a 37.....

1989 Slocum Yachts 37 Cutter - Boats.com...

Forum: Monohull Sailboats

16-12-2012, 05:28

Replies: 155