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by tdupras
Wed Jul 02, 2014 5:11 pm
Forum: Paints/Fiberglass/Maintenance
Topic: Proud new owner of a 76 C22
Replies: 4
Views: 23726

Possible Leaking Keel Hub (Joint)

I also wanted to comment that my C22 'leaks' a little water (about a pint) every few days or so. It reaches a certain point and then stops. I was told this is perfectly normal for the boat design as it ages.
by tdupras
Wed Jul 02, 2014 4:49 pm
Forum: General Chrysler Sailing Discussion
Topic: DIY Furling System on C22
Replies: 13
Views: 33635

Thank you for compliments. I'm still stuck on the question of whether to go with the genoa or full working jib though. I'm doing lots of reading on the pros and cons...genoa being not so good with the shape as it's reefed and maybe the jib a little less impacted. The idea is to work with something i...
by tdupras
Fri Jun 27, 2014 6:39 am
Forum: General Chrysler Sailing Discussion
Topic: DIY Furling System on C22
Replies: 13
Views: 33635

DIY Furling System on C22

Hi everyone, I am making a serious attempt at building my own furling system for my C22. I am following a template from this site: http://www.duckworksmagazine.com/12/howto/furler/ Here are some photos of the drum thus far: http://urban-analog.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/20140624_224143.jpg http:...
by tdupras
Thu Jun 26, 2014 12:29 pm
Forum: Outboards
Topic: Maximum Outboard for Chrysler 22?
Replies: 4
Views: 22113

Sorry for replying on such an old post. In my experience I went from a 7.5 hp to a 5.5 hp (both 2 cycle). I only lost about 0.5 knots at maximum throttle but I went through about 1/3 less fuel. The 5.5 is excellent for getting from point A to point B but I found it lacking when it came to getting th...
by tdupras
Thu Jun 26, 2014 12:20 pm
Forum: Sails
Topic: Proper Storm Jib Size for C22
Replies: 1
Views: 17397

Proper Storm Jib Size for C22

Hi everyone,

I'm in need of a storm jib (hank-on) if my furling system doesn't turn out to work so well. I am having a little difficulty figuring out the proper size though for my C22.

Any suggestions?