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Steering System, Hull Structure / Rudder Reference Sensor

« Last post by John on January 17, 2026, 11:36:29 AM »

Hello all,

I’m installing a new raymarine autopilot system. I have everything set up, I just can’t determine the best way to mount the rudder reference sensor on my 39-2. Any advice would be appreciated if you’ve done it before. Thank you!

New Member Introductions / Re: Owner of a “new to me” 1988 Pearson 36-5

« Last post by MrPearson II on January 15, 2026, 12:30:59 AM »

I think I have the same sailboat a 1985 Shaw 36-2 I bought mine at an auction but it was missing the
interior I was also on the bay at pinny narrows marina but I brought it up to upstate NY where im trying to find a slip on the fingerlakes IF YOU EVER GET NEW INTERIOR please let me know and I'll buy your old interior off you rayrayu2@yahoo.com Thanks Ray

P28 / 1986 Pearson 28 parts for sale

« Last post by dwillems@wi.rr.com on January 10, 2026, 10:52:46 AM »

Boat sank two weeks ago in freshwater river. Therefore scrapping out the boat. Engine was sold but mast, boom, furler, rudder, etc. items for sale. What do you need before it is scrapped?

Standing & Running Rigging and Fitting/Tuning / P32 Adding a Furling Rig

« Last post by J.Twighlight on January 06, 2026, 01:22:10 PM »

Have an opportunity to purchase a "slightly used", Harken MK IV Roller Furling Rig. Any recommendations on furling rigs for 1980-P32, currently configured with a "Tuff-Luff". Still like to race, but anticipate much more cruising time. TY!

Engine and Drive Train / Re: 80" P-32 exhaust system

« Last post by J.Twighlight on January 03, 2026, 10:42:24 AM »

Happy New Year !

Boats still high and dry, small details to wrap engine (throttle-xmission cables, coolant recovery tank. Winters settled in, convinced myself a good idea to delay launch until March. Hull, rudder clean, prep and paint needs attention. I was was really looking forward to starting the engine for the first time! I stepped-up the exhaust hose diameter from 1 1/2" (M15, 11HP) to 2" (M25, 22 HP). The exhaust riser was build with a 2" output flange.

Concerned I may have mucked-up the exhaust "back-pressure"... ?
The hose run is approx. 15 feet, riser to transom.

picture after recent haul, 9/25. had been in water for 3 years.

General Discussion / Re: what is this tank for?

« Last post by John on December 30, 2025, 10:41:38 AM »

Looking for the answer to this as well

New Member Introductions / Owner of a “new to me” 1988 Pearson 36-5

« Last post by GAustin on December 18, 2025, 09:33:43 AM »

Greetings - I just joined this group since I recently closed on a 1988 Pearson 36-5 in the mid Chesapeake Bay. I’m excited to learn from what y’all have done, learned, and encountered over your time aboard your Pearson.