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Interior Structures / Re: 323 Water Tanks

« Last post by DavidG on November 22, 2024, 10:40:56 AM »

Voyager,
Thanks for the tank information as I have been considering plastic welding my bow tank fitting/side wall that was busted out of the tank (i.e., triangular tank side wall piece along with the hose fitting was busted/separated). It looks like someone stepped on the fitting and the side wall triangular piece busted out from the stress1?  Never the less, your replacement info has me considering replacing the bow tank altogether.  Could you expand upon how you got the bow tank into its location; was there a lot of interference removal required?  If it is not a major ordeal I am considering the replacement otherwise will try my hand at plastic welding as a starting point.  Thanks, DavidG/Independence

PS - I am located on the Sassafras River not to far from your hailing port.

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Steering System, Hull Structure / Emergency tiller on P323

« Last post by T_schlueter on November 18, 2024, 09:35:01 PM »

My emergency tiller useless unless I remove the compass and guard from my pedestal. I feel like I am missing something. See pic.

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Steering System, Hull Structure / Re: steering fix

« Last post by T_schlueter on November 18, 2024, 09:31:55 PM »

I used brass rods to fashion new pins. We'll see how they hold up. More concerning to me was the condition of the idler plate. It's a total rust blob. I replaced it with a 12x12 5/16 aluminum plate. I don't understand why Edson used steel. Everything else is either bronze/brass or aluminum. Even the bolts holding the pedestal in place. Oddly, steel nuts were used which were totally fused to the bolts. I've attached pics of my old plate.

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Fuel shutoff valve setting

« Last post by T_schlueter on November 04, 2024, 10:41:16 AM »

I noticed on my fuel shutoff valve, which is an electric solenoid valve, mounted directly on the tank, has a flat blade screw head to select "Normal" or "By-pass." It's set to By-pass. What does this setting do?  It seems to be working. I experienced fuel issues this summer so I'm looking everything over.  However, I'm pretty sure it was a dirty carb.  A pic is attached.

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For Sale and Wanted / Re: Parts for Pearson 36-2

« Last post by SV Conundrum on October 04, 2024, 05:23:30 PM »

https://www.bottomlinemarine.com/prod_cat/P_yanmar-b-panel-body--12817091010_10503.shtml
Hope you already found it but in case…. Type b panel

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General Discussion / Keep bolt pattern in a 34 mk2

« Last post by SV Conundrum on October 04, 2024, 02:04:48 PM »

I am wondering what information is available concerning the number and pattern of the keel boats in a 34 mk2 with wing keel?  Any information is appreciated

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New Member Introductions / New member, owner of a 1987 Pearson 28-2

« Last post by Otreblazer on September 11, 2024, 04:21:14 PM »

I’m an avid sailor, a retired biological oceanographer and educational technologist living in Connecticut. I own a 1987 Pearson 28-2 since 2019. My boat, Zazen, is berthed in New London, CT. This boat has a unique history, as it was dry stored in a warehouse for 13 years. Her second owner purchased her at an auction and started restoring and renovating her. Unfortunately, he fell ill and put her up for sale. He had her in his driveway when I found and purchased her, and transported her to the marina, where I re-assembled her and restored her to seaworthiness. Zazen is now a lively but comfortable cruiser that I enjoy sailing in the Long Island Sound.

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New Member Introductions / New member

« Last post by D. Cunningham on September 04, 2024, 02:05:40 PM »

Hello, We recently purchased a 1989 34-2 that hadn't been sailed in a few years and needs TLC.
I'll be posting questions in the future, after searching the archives.
THNX.

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Plumbing and Galley Systems / Re: Cleaning the water tanks

« Last post by #95 on August 28, 2024, 03:20:44 PM »

The bow tank on #95 was just nasty as heck, and contemplated different methods to get it CLEAN....removal of tank and steamcleaning, a flexible pressure washing wand, nope. I ended up cutting a square access point to allow me to get my entire arm in there to scrub, disinfect, rinse and rinse some more. I found a good plastic welding tool at HF for 22$. It made quick work of re-sealing the cut area. The entire process took me just over 2 hours while taking my time and doing a full recovery of the tank.             https://www.harborfreight.com/welding/welders/plastic-welders/80-watt-iron-plastic-welding-kit-60662.html

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P36 / Mainsheet

« Last post by Hull#36 on August 19, 2024, 10:51:59 PM »

I solo often enough that scrambling forward to trim the mainsail is painful.  I want to route the mainsheet aft of my jib sheet 48 winch and install another lewmar 30.  If I use a combination of cheek blocks bulls eyes and a clutch, would I be able to overcome the issue of coming off the cabin deck and aft in an efficient and effective manner?  I’ve been checking around and haven’t seen any posts.