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Deck Mounted Hardware / Cabin Top Winches

« Last post by J.Twighlight on March 10, 2026, 04:07:24 PM »

My 80 P-32 has a "unique" cabin top configuration, just forward of the mid-ships hatch and aft of the mast. A Reefing Line "Clutch with its own winch, then two additional winches Port and STBD, supposedly used for a "stay-sail" which I have. Anyone with this configuration? Have they used it for its original purpose, re-purposed the winches, or removed the winches and blocked-off the holes or added ventilation or something else ?

I see them taking up extra room for "Bay" sailing... thanks for any insight.

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New Member Introductions / just "gifted" a 27' Ranagade

« Last post by Jorge922 on February 28, 2026, 04:53:25 AM »

I got a free Renegade on Monday. I am the previous owner of a Newport 30 which I  lived on for 13 years. So I am not "new" to sailing, however it's been 30 years since I stepped on deck, and boy do I have questions. My boat came complete with trailer which I moved 108 miles to get to my home townin Southern Washington state. It does not look like the Renegade is meant to be a trailer sailer, so now I need to find a slip for it. As I said I have lots of questions. .looking forward to interfacing with the group

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General Discussion / Re: INSURANCE

« Last post by T_schlueter on February 25, 2026, 03:09:27 PM »

Geico wants a survey before renewal date on my '77 P323. Current premium is about $200/yr. Who knows what it'll be post survey if at all. Progressive will insure for about $300 no survey. Unknown whether they will require one in the future. I'd have to buy towing insurance if I go with Progressive. Can anyone relate?

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Re: Chain plate removal and inspection

« Last post by T_schlueter on February 25, 2026, 02:52:36 PM »

I'm making it a priority this season to closly inspect my original chainplates and go from there.

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Re: Stainless Steel Chainplates (failed 50 miles offshore)

« Last post by T_schlueter on February 25, 2026, 02:19:30 PM »

This experience convinces me I need to replace original rigging on my '77 P323!  Freshwater boat used a few months a year but still. Maybe I'll replace original sails as well. Ha

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P323 / Re: Pearson 323 Rig Tension using a Loos Gauge

« Last post by T_schlueter on February 25, 2026, 01:51:55 PM »

One night mast pumping caused me to tie the whisker pole halyard to a bow cleat which got me through the night.

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P323 / Re: Nesting Dinghy

« Last post by T_schlueter on February 25, 2026, 01:44:37 PM »

Good question. I bought a 15 yr old 11 ft Achilles last spring with a 15 hp 4 stroke yamaha. I was shocked at just how big that rig is once i got it home. No way i putting that on deck or hanging off the stern. I towed it last summer only on short jaunts.

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Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / Re: Main Sheet Length

« Last post by J.Twighlight on February 25, 2026, 01:43:50 PM »

Rule-of-Thumb:

Main sheet Length = Boat Length X 2.5,

My P-32 ~~ 80ft. second on stepping up the line quality!

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P32 / Re: 1979 Pearson 32 Portlights

« Last post by J.Twighlight on February 25, 2026, 01:10:22 PM »

https://beckson.com/

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P323 / Re: Engine Gauges

« Last post by T_schlueter on February 25, 2026, 09:52:09 AM »

Nicely done! I do find the location a bit annoying the way people's legs block line of sight!