[Rhodes22-list] things to look for in a 1973 Rhodes 22

[DennisF]

I have just purchased a Rhodes 22 1978.  I am looking for information on how
to rig the mast and boom and how the furler for the jib works?  Is there any
information you can point me too?  Also are there specific plans for the
interior?  Dennis F

John Shulick wrote:
> 
> Hi Mike,
> 
>    Do waste your time and look at the 73 but be willing to invest time and
> effort to make the boat into what you want. The boat you saw in the
> "Kinzua Pictures" is a 1971 (I Believe ) and I Spent $1800 in materials to
> repair the CB and re finish the hull and about 200 hrs. worth of effort as
> well. My boat came with a trailer, functional sails, 2002 Nissan 8 hp.
> engine nose cushions cockpit cushions but no head,no stove, no electrical
> systems, a sink but no working pump or water storage tank. Even so with a
> competent skipper (I am not such a sailor yet) I would sail my 71 against
> any other Rhodes  22's from any year. The Interior and various bells and
> whistles I hope to over time continue to restore my boat as much as
> possible. The nice part is to have a bare canvas and a chance to make it
> to suit your needs. Of course you also must be willing to do the work
> yourself.If you have the time and skills you can have the   functional
> equivalent of a new boat for 1/4 the price of a new one. I have spent
> about $4600 to get to the picture you saw and expect to spend 2-3 more
> winters and $5400 or so finish the job so total cost is projected at 10 to
> 12 thousand and 3-4 winters of effort. This would include new standing
> rigging and sails. 
> BUT LOOK AT IT BEFORE YOU BUY
> Good hunting
> John Shulick
> Pgh, Pa.      
> 
> Mike Cheung wrote:
>> 
>> I may be checking out a 1973 Rhodes 22 that is for sale near me.  While I
>> think we want a newer boat than that it will at least be instructive to
>> see how a 1973 has held up.  What sort of potential problem areas should
>> I pay particular attention to?  
>> 
>> Here's the link to the ad:  
>> 
>> http://www.sailboattraderonline.com/listing/1973-RHODES-OTHER-92992327
>> 
>> Mike Cheung
>> 
> 
> 

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