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Cape Dory 36 Sailboat Refit Part 1
December 20, 2022 · 9 min · 15K views
What this video covers
A 1980 Cape Dory 36 cutter undergoes an extensive refit to prepare for offshore voyaging and liveaboard use.0:24 The owner plans to replace the existing inboard diesel engine with an outboard motor mounted in a custom-built well at the aft end of the cockpit, allowing for either electric or gas propulsion.0:54 Planned modifications include converting the wheel steering to a tiller to simplify wind vane self-steering installation, upgrading the electrical and plumbing systems, and installing a composting toilet.0:49 The refit also involves simplifying the sail handling by removing the staysail boom to allow for a loose-footed staysail, which improves foredeck access for dinghy storage.7:46 The mast was recently stepped onto the keel, and the rigging features Stay-lock hardware with a removable staysail stay.6:30 The project aims to increase the vessel's self-sufficiency for an Atlantic Circle cruise while ensuring the owner gains the technical skills to perform all future repairs.1:43
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