Capt.Rob8129
Member I
I just bought a '76 E-23 which is my first boat of any type, but not the first boat I've ever been around. I'm very excited about it, but a little worried also because it is missing the rudder, centerboard, and the foresail, and also needs some major TLC. I bought the boat because it came with a trailer, and it was a very good deal. Besides, I've always wanted my very own sailboat. I need to know where I can find a rudder, centerboard, and foresail at a reasonable price, or if it is possible to build the rudder and centerboard myself. Does this boat have the lead ballast already in it? Where can I find some cushions, I'm missing all of them also. How do I rebuild the winches? Any and all information about an E-23 would be greatly appreciated. I've got a couple of buddies and coworkers who used to work in boatyards here in Savannah that are going to help me with some fiberglass work and some other things, but the missing pieces are what's bothering me. I read somewhere on the internet that this boat doesn't really need a centerboard due to the keel looking thing that serves as the centerboard trunk (made that way to provide more headroom inside the boat) is this true? I'll be doing my sailing in the intracoastal waterways, etc. Do I have to have a longshaft motor, or can I use a regular shaft motor? How many batteries do I need to put in it if I want to stay out for a weekend? How do I step the mast up? It has a little hinge bracket thing. Are there any trouble spots that I need to look for? This boat needs alot of TLC, so I don't really expect to get it in the water in '08, besides the fact that I have a 15 month old daughter and a son on the way in May. It would be nice if I could get it in the water this summer, but I doubt it. Once again, any and all information, advice, and help will be greatly appreciated. If the members of this site are interested, I will keep ya'll posted on my progress. My first project is going to be CLEANING!!!
Thank you,
Robert
Thank you,
Robert