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Sails and Canvas / Re: loose or fixed foot

« on: May 05, 2026, 10:07:59 PM »

Just wanted to say that I love my new sail...  Have had it almost a year and it's great.

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Freshwater pressure pump

« on: November 16, 2025, 02:08:07 PM »

My 323 is a 1977. I believe the freshwater pressure pump is original. I can’t post a picture of it but it’s a diaphragm pump. I just wanna know if they make a rebuild kit for the pump.

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Diaphragm

« on: May 09, 2025, 09:42:44 PM »

On my 323 the freshwater pump diphragm is leaking.  Did it come with a certain brand and size, can you replace the diphragm?

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Sails and Canvas / Re: loose or fixed foot

« on: June 24, 2024, 08:41:34 PM »

Here it is from Precision Sails.  Changed the tack angle from 88.6 to 85.4.  It will rase the boom 7".  At 88.6 it was 1" off the dodger.  I know it will stretch over the years, the one I have now have to put dodger down to be able to sail.

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: new motor

« on: June 24, 2024, 11:26:18 AM »

Still want to know the answer to this question but don't need a new motor...

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: Oil pressure

« on: June 24, 2024, 11:24:45 AM »

Just to let you know, I found the oil leak.  Eight years ago I put on an remote oil filter on to better access the filter.  The oil lines to the remote was against the bulkhead and finally rubbed a hole in it.  Replaced hoses and all is good.  No new motor needed.

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Engine and Drive Train / new motor

« on: June 20, 2024, 11:30:58 AM »

I am looking at a Bata 25 to put in the 323.  I have found a place in Indonesia.  Its name is   (Marine Power Engine).  He is selling the new motor for $3,200.00 shipping $435.00.  That is close to 7,000.00 less than the places in america.  Is this a scam or has any one purchased from this company? 

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For Sale and Wanted / Re: Lifelines

« on: June 12, 2024, 09:29:49 PM »

A big thank's the fellow that needed them got in touch with me...

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For Sale and Wanted / Lifelines

« on: June 06, 2024, 08:52:16 AM »

I have replaced my lifelines with a gate.  I thought I saw somewhere on this site that someone needed some lifelines for a 323.  If you know who it was they can have the ones I took off cheep...  If you know who it was, let me know.

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Engine and Drive Train / Oil pressure

« on: June 06, 2024, 08:43:04 AM »

Looked down no oil pressure (MD11C).  Added oil, few minutes no oil presure.  oil is in bilge.  Can't see it coming from anywhere.  Any ideas...

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Sails and Canvas / loose or fixed foot

« on: March 18, 2024, 05:39:23 PM »

Am ordering a new main sail and everything I have read was loose footed is the way to go.  Am I just old school or should I move up with the times. 

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For Sale and Wanted / Re: Prop

« on: June 16, 2023, 04:23:59 PM »

I saw somewhere else in this forum that I need a   (LH 17X12 style E) does that sound right?

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For Sale and Wanted / Prop

« on: June 16, 2023, 10:17:10 AM »

Looking for a 3 blade prop for my Pearson 323.  It has an 1 1/8" shaft and Volvo MD11 diesel I am not sure of the size or pitch it should be.  I believe it should be left hand.  Used good shape or new.
Thanks, Dick                              I am tired of not being able to back up...

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Engine and Drive Train / Re: throttle cable end

« on: October 20, 2022, 07:18:13 AM »

The ball end is part of the throttle shaft on the motor it does not unscrew.  I will keep looking.  The threaded end to the plastic piece  is 5mm or 10-32, not sure of ball size will have to measure this weekend.  I had better hurry leaving for our annual race in Southport.NC Thursday the 28th.  If I have to use zip ties to hold it on I will...

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Engine and Drive Train / throttle cable end

« on: October 18, 2022, 12:58:08 PM »

I have an Volvo MD11c.  The throttle control cable end, that connects to the ball on throttle shaft is shot.  It is also plastic.  I am looking for replacement or part number.  Any help would be appreciated.