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I have a Crusader 88 which has an old set of sails (not the new rules) what PY will I sail her with?

Cheers

Simon (3309)

PS I spent the winter working on her and she does look good!




 

 










 










 

After a previous post, I have taken others advice and used the 'roll and tip' method of painting the hull.

Now I need a bit more advice!

Between coats should I sand it down or not? I've read on the web that it's not necessary.

My concerns are:
   * There is some dust apparent in the finish - sanding would make for a better finish
   * The layer of paint is very thin - sanding may remove too much paint

Any other advice greatfully received!

Simon

PS So far I'm impressed with 'roll and tip' unfortunately it may jus put paint sprayers out of a job!

Hi

I'm getting ready to repaint and varnish my 12 but have just discovered (whilst removing various parts) my arms aren't long enough to reach the centre of the boat at its widest point!

I have thought about turning the hull on its side to do the work, would this be OK?

Simon
3309

I've just bought 3309 today (30/09/07) from Robert Smith who sailed her at Shustokes SC. Current name is 'Silent Knight', that might change as we have a few good ideas for a new name (well we think so!). I must say I'm chuffed with my new boat, she appears to be in excellent condition for her age.



I've not sailed for many, many years but it will be good to get back on the water to teach my daughter how to sail. I just hope she enjoys it just as much as I will!

I'll be sailing her in the handicap fleet at Delph Sailing Club, Bolton if anyone fancies joining us.

I suspect that the hull is epoxied and has then been painted with a 2 pack paint. Over the winter months I'm going to repaint her. Having never worked with a 2 pack paint before does anyone have any advice about repainting her? Should I remove all the old paint back to the epoxy? Can removers such as nitromors be used or is it just good old elbow work and much sand paper!

Any other advice will be greatfully received.

Cheers

Simon

PS There is a couple of other pics of her in the database.