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#1
Main Message Board / Cockpit Sole
July 28, 2020, 03:54:50 AM
I have a 1998 C34MKii. The boat is new to me, and during the survey, it was pointed out that the cockpit sole is a little soft and spongy especially near the pedestal. I'm pretty sure that water has leaked through the pedestal and into the sub floor wood causing it to rot and get soft. I'm thinking about cutting out the sole, replacing the sub-floor and then trying to replace the fiberglass floor or just build in a new sole. It is work to be done this winter when the boat is up, and I'm wondering if anyone has some experience and advice.
#2
Main Message Board / Atlantic Crossing
July 17, 2020, 08:28:51 AM
What do you think of sailing a 1998 C34 MKII across the Atlantic from Cape Verde or Grand Canaries to the Florida Keys? It would happen in the last half of October/early November. Assume all relatively new safety equipment, daily wind frequent wind updates and route recommendations from Commanders, AIS, Radar, etc. I'm particularly interested in opinions about the strength of the boat to make such a journey. What Beaufort Force level was the C34 MKII designed to withstand? Your comments are welcome.
#3
Main Message Board / Lewmar port side port light
July 17, 2020, 01:06:38 AM
I have a new to me C34 MKii made in 1998. The forward port side portlight is the Lewmar "old standard" style with the rotating dogs and was leaking. I tried new gaskets but still leaked. I also verified that water was not leaking through the rotating dogs seal. I finally bought a "new standard" portlight and installed it. Still leaks. While installing the new port light, I discovered that the wall thickness of the cabin core is not uniform around the entire opening. It is not due to adhesive build up. Looking out the portlight, the top, bottom and right side wall thickness all measure 20 mm, but the left side is 25 mm. This seems to be a flaw in manufacturing and probably the reason the port light always leaked. Disappointing.  :angel

Has anyone had this situation with this port light and how did you (if you did) fix the problem?