Recent content by Vaughan_M

Thanks for your responses, Loren and Christian! I didn't realize the TAFG is bolted to the keel, so what I thought was a solid hull layup between the TAFG 'stringers' is actually not part of the outer hull -- I guess it's more of a liner. Therefore, it could be rain water. Hmmmm.... No...

My 1982 E38 is on the hard. I've owned the boat for a year, and there's always been water in the bilge, so I'm concerned about the state of the keel bolts and bedding. Therefore, I've started the process of removing, replacing, and re-torqueing the keel nuts and washers. Of twelve total, the...

Good advice on stability bulbs All, I appreciate the sage advice, and will sail the boat for a year (at least) before doing anything. There are actually many items higher on the list.... I totally agree that paying close attention to sail flattening will help greatly with tenderness in heavier...

Hello All, I'm new to these forums, having recently purchased a 1982 shoal draft E38 from forum member John Butler. Among other modifications I'm considering is adding Mars Metals (MM) "stability bulbs" to the foot of the keel. I have contacted MM for their recommendations, as I'm sure they...