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by Page 83
Sun May 23, 2004 8:34 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: cabin roof step
Replies: 5
Views: 7202

Step

My thoughts too. I wonder if there might be a problem trapping lines there. I haven't sailed the boat enough to know if, say, leaving the hatches open causes a problem.
by Page 83
Sat May 22, 2004 7:30 pm
Forum: PDQ General Forum
Topic: 2 Stroke vs 4 Stroke for dingy
Replies: 3
Views: 6437

2 vs 4 stroke

Manufacturers have not released any info on 2006-legal 2 strokes, meaning that a 2 stroke you buy today may either be a dinosaur or a collector's item in two years. If you care about the environmental factors your choice is obvious. If you don't think there's a bit of a dif, you should just sit down...
by Page 83
Fri May 21, 2004 12:29 pm
Forum: PDQ Capella (PDQ 36) Forum
Topic: cabin roof step
Replies: 5
Views: 7202

cabin roof step

I vaguely recall someone telling me about a fiberglass step molded to fit the cabinside slope next to the aft facing windows in the head and aft stateroom that would make it a little easier to step forward from the cockpit. I also vaguely recall breakfast. Aging is not for sissies, or card counters.
by Page 83
Wed May 19, 2004 2:18 pm
Forum: Gear / Equipment / Maintenance
Topic: wet mattress
Replies: 2
Views: 5723

wet mattress

Did anyone see the under mattress pad (I think it was rubberized coir) at the boatshows? I've lost his brochure.

Or, is there another good way to get a little airflow under the bedding?
by Page 83
Wed May 12, 2004 12:37 pm
Forum: PDQ Antares (PDQ 42/44) Forum
Topic: New Boat Do's and Don't's
Replies: 8
Views: 22326

SSB ground plane and windlass

If its not too late, ask the factory to lay up a ground plane in the hulls. Its relatively easy to do so before assembly, is more secure, less intrusive, and a definate plus even if you don't buy the SSB radio right away. I understand its a copper screen that gets laid in over the glass and under th...