[Rhodes22-list] Questions

[Saroj]

Jim,

I'm pretty partial to the stern-rail captain's seats.  I couldn't tell for
sure but it didn't look like you had that type of stern rail.  It's the best
seat in the house and once you have the old-style stern rail you cannot put
in the seats without replacing the entire rail.  Also a solar panel is great
for keeping the battery charged during times when you aren't running the
motor often.  Its just a trickle charge, but enough to keep it charged which
is good.  I assume you will get a motor with an alternater/charger.
Finally, two items that are at the top of my list of upgrades is to have the
motor tied to the tiller for better steering in winds or currents going the
opposite way you want to go or in tight quarters AND motor controls in the
cockpit.  I can't tell you how many close calls I've had because I was
leaning over the back to control the motor and couldn't see well ahead.

Good luck.

Saroj
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Connolly" <jbconnolly@speakeasy.net>
To: "Rhodes 22 List" <rhodes22-list@rhodes22.org>
Sent: Wednesday, January 01, 2003 6:44 PM
Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Questions


> My '85 recycled in the photo will be equipped with IMF, genoa furler
> (presumably GB model) and 175% genoa, 7:1 motor lift, mast raising system
> (i.e., generally similar to 2002 Boat Show Package #2).  There are still a
> few opportunities to make choices.
>
> Boat will be sailed various places, mostly Boston, MA area bays,
> Salem/Marblehead area, Cape Cod, etc.  Also some lake sailing in NH a week
> or so a year.
>
> 1.  I'm thinking about a Yamaha F6 (4-stroke) outboard, long shaft with
> optional high-thrust prop and generator kit.  Anybody have any input.
> Hondas are nice, (have one of their lawnmowers) but more money, no 6HP
> available.  Had good luck with Yamaha 250HP on last powerboat.
Unimpressed
> but no major complaints with Nissan 5HP 1-cyl 2-stroke on last sailboat.
> Nissans are available locally at lowest prices anywhere, REgarding Yamaha,
I
> know survey indicated 8-HP is most popular size.  8-HPs exceed my optimal
> budget, and Yamaha T-8 is very heavy.
>
> 2.  Is 175% genoa the best sail for this boat and the prevailing summer
> winds in these parts, or should I ask Stan about availability of other
> sails.
>
> More questions as they occur to me.  If I've missed something, let me
know.
>
> Jim Connolly
>
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