[Public-List] Selling A-30

[JohnI]

Rachel,

There are some seriously modified A30s out there that are simply gorgeous.
The boats as originally designed were built to a cost factor and were a
compromise designed for a perceived audience and set of requirements. I'm
sure there is room for change in a capable set of hands. I'm curious to know
what kind of projects you have on your list that wouldn't be suitable to
perform on a 40-year-old A30.

I'm also wondering if you got a chance to sail the boat. If so, what did you
think? The joy of sailing an A30 may enough to change your mind. If you
haven't cruised in her yet, you should consider giving it a go. After three
years with my A30 my love affair just gets stronger.

John


On 10/2/07, Rachel <penokee at cheqnet.net> wrote:
>
> Hi Michael,
>
> I've got a few reasons, but one of the main ones is that it's too nice!
>
> I know that sounds weird, but I've discovered that I want to do some
> customizing and experimenting. My A-30 is really clean and original and
> so it seems a shame to do that on her, when there is such an
> enthusiastic class association, and they are such good boats as is.
>
> So, I'm just finishing up the (traditional-type - nothing weird!)
> projects I started:  That is, I've put in all-new bronze through hulls
> and seacocks, with fiberglass backing blocks; new hoses and AWAB
> clamps; a new cutless bearing; new stuffing box hose; and a new fuel
> tank.  I also made a very thorough upgrade of the deep bilge, by
> removing the wood and concrete put in by Whitby and re-building it with
> FRP board, biaxmat, and epoxy.  Now it's bullet-proof.
>
> Although some here believe I'm a NEO Marine Architect ;-), I'm proud of
> everything I've improved on her so far, and I did it all to a very high
> standard and with the best materials (for keeping, not for selling).
> I've nearly finished all my projects, and when I do I will sell her.
> It's not without some misgivings, because they are wonderful boats, but
> it's the right choice for me.  I guess I probably couldn't move into a
> "perfect" condo either - I'm the type who has to buy a quirky cabin and
> then remodel, so this boat is too original and clean for me.  Who knew?
> :-)
>
> I hope that answers your question; thanks for asking.
>
>
> On Aug 29, 2007, at 4:09 PM, Michael Connolly wrote:
>
> > Rachel,
> >   I kinda wondered why you are selling.
> >
>
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