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Oh my,
You guys are brining out the “waterman” in my genes. There are a million of these “miracle tricks”. The “older version” of teflon was mashed bananas. And then there’s the crowd that recommended adding pesticides–that made the environmentalists REAL happy (not to mention the DNR in the “Peoples’ Republic”).
I seem to remember that Practical Sailor did an evaluation a few years ago and debunked them all. But —- the chance to beat “Rainbow” ??????
Hi Mike,
Thanks very much for sharing this. Here’s a little of the “rest of the story”. This is Neal Burtner from Rochester, NY aboard “Eole”, a 1973 Dickerson 36 Center cockpit ketch, hull number 16. “Southern Cross”, “Snoodle Time”, and “Crew Rest” all noticed her at the Hampton City Docks on a nasty/rainy November afternoon as Neal was enroute on this voyage from upstate NY to the BVI. I didn’t get to welcome him to “The Commonwealth”, but I would be surprised if D didn’t get to say “Ahoy” as bashful as we know she is.
The link you pointed out is but one of several that chronicle their cruise south including the Annapolis Boat Show (with a quick shot of Garry & Tracy Carneal’s 1972 D36 “Compass Rose”), the Dickerson yard and lots of other great spots. These may not be in the proper chronoligical order, but also check these out. Extremely well done and makes me ITCHY for Spring>
Thank you “Eole”!
Steve,
This might be a diversion of subjects–but you mentioned the idea of a generator. I must admit that every time I visit Northern Tool, I look seriously at the portable Honda gas powered generator. Very quiet—and if it weren’t for the fact that it is gas powered—I think I’d add it to “Crew Rest’s” inventory. Be interested in any thoughts.
Also interested in why you think you need a watermaker. We find that water stowage is very adequate.
Steve,
Have a look in our September Newsletter on this site. Nancy is a very special soul who completely bonded with her D35 “Restless” all through a pretty extensive refit (just as you are doing). She did a wonderful job and it is readily apparent that she and her boat became one.
I’ll send you a few other D35 pics that I’m sure you will enjoy.
Steve,
Thanks for the update. 3M5200 is very powerful stuff—and very stiff and permanent. I’d be cautious. These wonderful wooden boats are almost living organisms. As John (Rainbow1969) hints, the planks will swell, and if they can’t shift naturally, you will invite some unwanted consequences. So I would make sure you’ve reached natural equilibrium as John suggests before adding ANY sealant (most will tell you that none is required–PARTICULARLY 5200.)
Make sure you find Nancy’s pictures of Restless — a beautiful boat — before you buy too much bottom paint.
Great that we will meet you in June. We’ve already mades preliminary plans (as you’ve seen on this site).
AIRBORNE!
Barry
Steve,
Think we would all appreciate a progress check. It won’t be too long before you can put an “X” on the calendar as the day you plan to come south. I wouldn’t be surprised if a few of our members might try to adjust their schedules to help you ease your way down. Should be a lot of fun on the ICW with you going south and the “rest of the world” coming north.
If your schedule will allow, you might think about delaying your trek to coincide with the annual rendezvous in Oxford, Fathers Day weekend. That is absolutely the best time to meet many of us, look at boats and get great ideas.
Sorry that you haven’t had any good answers—but I’m not sure of any Dickerson Farr folks who regularly participate on this forum. And unfortunatley, I don’t have the expertise to help much either. Seems to me that 1983 might have been the first year this model was produced with the bulk of the production run intersperced with cruising D37’s in 1984. And if so–there would always be the concern of being on the front end of the learning curve. The good news is that the cruising boats built in 1983 were “overbuilt” if anything, with good solid structure. Think I’d look hard at possible water intrusion topside–particularly at corners/joints–but that’s just a hunch. And of course—these were built as “racers” and we have to assume that she was sailed to the limits.
I “walked the talk” with GREAT results! Next Spring, the Captain and “the embarked Admiral” aboard “Crew Rest” will be fending off the chill air with extremely smart “Dickerson Boatbuilders” sweatshirts. You could do the same–don’t be in the “I wish I hadda'” group.
Just like advertised–quick, easy, and affordable. I placed my order to the “Treasure Chest” and “bingo” sweatshirts delivered to my door. In plenty of time for Christmas. Shhhh–don’t tell the Admiral, it’s a surprise.
You still have time–get your orders in.
Congratulations to Steve and Snoodle Time. Sorry we didn’t make it this year–hopefully we can try a “formation 2-ship” next year now that we’ve refined that at the Oxford arrival parade.
Steve,
After a quick review of our records, I didn’t come up with a easy trace of “Skaphe’s” past–but the sleuthing continues. When you get a chance, I’d appreciate any other data you can foward eg. previous owners/boat names/homeports/sail number, etc. It may be that we can hook you up with “past/past” owners who will know even her hidden secrets.
Is she an aft cockpit ketch or a center cockpit?
You’ll get some replies on your other questions soon–I’m certain.
Ahoy Steve!
Most importantly, thank you for your service to our country. Secondly__CONGRATULATIONS! Off the top, we know that “Skaphe” was formerly owned by Henry Lawrence of Queenstown, MD. I will try to provide you more detail when I look at my Dickerson records at my office.
Rest assured that you now own a classic and there are some folks here on the Forum who have refitted and maintained their D35’s with love and care–they will help you on your journey.
I know that you are excited and you should be. Expect to hear soon from the skippers (and former skippers) of “Irish Mist”, “Rainbow”, and “Restless” — all three D35’s. They will caution you not to be too quick to try to caulk the seams. These great boats will swell tight as a drum.
And as the Dickerson Owners Association Commodore, let me personally welcome you aboard. Please consider joining the DOA–instructions on this website.
“Ya’ done good”
Mike,
You should now be in receipt of Steve’s good work. Sorry for the email glitch, Steve (note to self—QC the database).
Mike,
Maybe you could document your installation as Steve did. Good reference stuff for the membership.
We’re here to serve.
Barry
Mike,
Funny you should ask–this was a topic of conversation among of a few of us visiting aboard “Southern Cross” at the Hampton City Docks yesterday. Steve and I both installed/replaced below deck units on “Crew Rest” and “Snoodle Time” (both aft cockpit 37’s – but I assume installations should be similar to “Iris”–although don’t know what your “floating quadrant” is). I have a Nexus linear drive and Steve has a Simrad (I think) which is sturdier and boxier. The common themes are that it is a pretty tight working environment and that we had to fabricate mounting platforms. Think we both chose the starboard side for the actuator with the rudder sensor to port.
Steve documented his installation with good pictures that he can send you–in fact I asked that he write up his experience for an upcoming newsletter. I didn’t take any pictures during my pretzel-time installation (too busy practicing my old-English) but could snap a few of the finished project when I winterize.
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it’s worth it. In addtion to saving wear and tear on you and Una, it provides you a “virtual crew” when needed and “emergency” steering should trouble develop on the pedestal.“Hans” (every auto pilot deserves a name) is my best friend
Hi Peter and Welcome to the Forum,
I have a friend with StackPack installed on his Beneteau 40. Seems to do everything the brochure says. Combination of lazy jacks and cover contain the sail nicely. That said, I suspect that zipping and unzipping the cover might present a challenge as the zipper is on top of the pack that now is even higher above the boom than your flaked main sits now. Perhaps you could run a light line fore and aft from the zipper pull. Full battened main completes the package.