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Sails and Canvas / Re: P323 What size Genoa works best?

« on: March 10, 2021, 02:51:42 PM »

It all depends upon the wind...I mainly use a 95%, which works well in the 10kn-20kn range. With wind in the mid-teens up, I switch to an 80% "blade" (flat cut) which works very well. Under 10kn, I have an old 110%, which is too small (and did I mention old), so I am on the lookout for a 135%...

One of the reasons I have 3 jibs is that I hate a partially rolled jib, especially the Genoa. Unless very well cut you get an ugly sail shape, and an even more ugly bunch of sale against the roller which adds windage and spoils airflow (IMHO).

Incidentally, you probably already know this, but the 323 sails very well under jib alone. The few times when I have been out 25kn+, I found her more stable and well behaved - even pointing higher - with my blade, as opposed to a double reefed main.

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Re: What was this for?

« on: January 26, 2021, 12:27:16 PM »

Definitely for emptying the icebox/cooler. Selene has the same pump, and use it regularly. I even got a rebuild kit for it.

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General Discussion / Re: How do you manage your dinghy?

« on: January 26, 2021, 12:24:55 PM »

FWIW, I have moistly the same setup as Ed, same compromises. On the plus side, I love the dinghy. Relatively light, with an inflatable keel which allows good tracking and occasional planing. I was initially skeptical about air -floor, but a huge weight saving, nice and firm - love it.

As mine is used only as a tender, I have a tiny 2hp motor; you don't go fast, but it is (1) cheap, (2) reliable (to put it in reverse, rotate the outboard 180 degrees), and (3) light. I singlehand a lot, so that works for me. With the Admiral on board, we won't win any speed races.

Normally I keep it rolled up, or in the bow; aft of the mast gets in the way. As the dinghy is light, I use the spinnaker halyard connected to the bow towing bridle to raise/lower.

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General Discussion / Re: Two Questions From A New Member

« on: January 08, 2021, 11:06:08 PM »

Selene - a 1980 model, launched late 1979 - has two propane lockers in the cockpit, aft, port and starboard.

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Re: Wilcox and Crittenden Head kit

« on: January 02, 2021, 02:47:51 AM »

Regarding your question on the compass, have a look at this thread: https://www.pearson323.com/forum/index.php/topic,981.0.html

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Re: Fuel tank replacement

« on: December 29, 2020, 05:27:16 PM »

Selene, #212 (1980) has an Aluminium tank, unfortunately!

The good news is that it looks to be in good shape.

Happy 2021 folks! Stay healthy.

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: V-Drive question

« on: December 14, 2020, 03:49:49 PM »

FWIW, my 28hp Westerbeke has a Hurth ZF15 v-drive transmission with 2.13:1 reduction...

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General Discussion / Re: Two Questions From A New Member

« on: December 12, 2020, 12:12:34 PM »

Thanks, it is! A very pleasant 4-day cruise in San Francisco Bay. Winds are often light this time of year, with barely any movement overnight, so I slept well.  But despite some motoring at times, I had a solid 8kn one day (pity there was 2.5kn of current against me, took a while to get anywhere) and a lively 14kn+ another day, which was great fun. A bit chilly, though. I had to wear a sweater :-)

Good luck with your boat search.

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General Discussion / Re: Two Questions From A New Member

« on: December 09, 2020, 07:13:41 PM »

Okay, here we go....76" deep, 72" wide. Tip: fitted sheets make it much nicer! Made my own....

Also boom: comes 2' into the cockpit (approx). 5'3" above seating, 6'7" above cockpit sole.

Bear on mind the traveller is just abaft the bridge deck, so the boom only sticks a foot or so above the seating area (when centered).

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General Discussion / Re: Two Questions From A New Member

« on: December 08, 2020, 06:53:11 PM »

Double berth, stand side, is 6' x 3'1" to the pole mid-table. Some boats remove the pole, giving another 6". I left the cushions in place, they are about 3" thick, it would be tedious removing them!.

Fwiw, the port side Beth is 6' x 2'2".

I'm anchoring out next few days, so can take additional measurements if required.

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General Discussion / Re: Two Questions From A New Member

« on: December 07, 2020, 02:12:20 PM »

I am spending a few days on the boat this week, so I'll take measurements. But I would point out that the boom is short, and so has never been an issue on our 323.

Also, fwiw, the berth on the port settee is wider than the settee, as there is a panel underneath which slides out to provide additional width. Only a few inches, but makes a big difference as a regular settee is a bit narrow for sleeping!

I have not been on an Endeavor32, but a few differences I spotted:
- the 323 does not have a quarterberth (personally I prefer a deep locker to a small quarterberth!)
- 323 has a nice chart table (for me, that big plus which I constantly use)
- the head/shower is dealt with very differently
- 323 has a skeg - some like, some help. Protects the rudder, makes backing up trickier

AS ever, the biggest factor in any new purchase is the condition of the boat!

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: Volvo D1-30 remove/reinstall

« on: November 23, 2020, 12:36:50 AM »

Clean and repaint the engine compartment! :-)

You may also want to check the fuel tank. Some lucky chaps have monel tanks - very long-lasting. So inspect what you have, and check to see if any work is needed. Probably easier with the engine out.

Did I mention the PSS drip-free seal?

Good luck!

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: Propeller size help for the P323

« on: November 23, 2020, 12:28:15 AM »

I also put a max-prop on Selene. 3-blade, 15x9. Love it.

The boat came with a fixed prop: LH, 3 bladed, marked 13 x 9 1/2 on 1.125" shaft - but when researching, I was told that 15 x 8 was the standard sizing.

In the forums we had much discussion a few years ago about RH vs LH. Note that the shaft offset was defined by the engine (Petrol or diesel), which apparently rotate the prop in different directions - so some people found propwalk issues if they repowered with different engine.

I would be cautious about going much bigger than 15". You need clearance between the blades and the hull - not because of the risk of an impact, but because, if the blades are too close to the hull, apparently it creates interference/turbulence which reduces the efficiency of the prop. Research it yourself and decide what works for you - I am no expert!

FYI, my RPM/Speed results are as follows (Westerbeke 30B3, 27hp, flat water):
2000   5.2kn
2200   5.8kn
2400   6.2kn
2600   6.5kn

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Re: Seacock Sizes on the P323

« on: November 06, 2020, 02:01:34 PM »

I cannot provide details, but I can tell you that the two next to the engine in Selene are Groco bronze. The others  vary by size and manufacturer. Selene has 5 under the waterline; the two adjacent to the engine, the raw water intake in the bilge, and two seacocks in the forward stbd storage compartment, for the head. The others are above the waterline. I hope this helps - I can investigate more if required, but won't be on the boat for a week or so.

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: P323 Stuffing Box Hose Replacement

« on: November 04, 2020, 11:37:13 AM »

If you are doing this work, you may want to consider replacing it with a PSS drip-free seal. A dry bilge is nice!