Recent content by Doug Willrich

keel bolts regarding the aftmost keel bolt, the area around bolt is deformed ( bolt overtightened at one time??) My ??? is what is the surrounding area built up like. Is it solid within that part of the grid or hollow inside? Thanks for the responce Doug

considering installing a PYI packless seal system on my 1988 38-200. Prop shaft is 1", does anyone know the diameter of the stern tube. Any comments from those who have done this installation

adding dodger & bimini We have both plus a full winter enclosure on our 38-200. work was done by a local canvas guy who did excellent work. Sunbrella & 1" stainless are mandatory. If you have a few days I could snailmail some pics. Doug boaguyqw@aol.com :)

my 1988 38-200, hull # 276, was recently involved in a 3knot grounding. The bottom trailing edge of the rudder in a triangle measuring 2"x5" was damaged when the boat rocked back on the rudder. The boat is equipped with a shoaldraft keel, a winged keel, the left wing is bent upwards on the...