[Rhodes22-list] Centerboard Question

[Lowe, Rob]

Roger,
I'm not seeing your replies to Jim's post??  - Rob

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Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Centerboard Question

Hi Jim,

I added my replies in red to your original post.

Roger Pihlaja
S/V Dynamic Equilibrium

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From: JimIggy<mailto:zooba72 at hotmail.com>
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Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Centerboard Question

Hello Everyone,

I’m a new owner of a 1988 Rhodes 22, and I’m in the process of assessing the
condition and identifying requirements for launching.   The boat has been
sitting for about 8 years – It was shrink wrapped and appears to be in
descent condition.  The boat is on a trailer, and my centerboard is
currently retracted.   From the cockpit, there is a line in front of the
cabin entrance that I’m assuming raises and lowers the board.   I’m unable
to verify this because it appears that the centerboard is being obstructed
by one of the trailer rollers.  Yes, the line is called the “centerboard pennant”.
The line that controls the centerboard
looks kind of old, but I’m not sure whether I should dismantle the cabin to
replace it – My primary concern is the cap seal and gasket.    Are these
common sources for leaks ?  The centerboard hangs down ~3 ft below the keel
when it is lowered.  If the trailer didn’t hold it up, it would drag on the road!
In addition, when retrieving the boat onto the trailer, it is very helpful to  leave
the centerboard down about a foot.  The centerboard will engage with the
trailer keel rollers, thus helping to center the boat on the trailer.  The trailer
rollers will cause the centerboard to retract at the appropriate point in the
retrieval operation as the boat comes up onto the trailer.  It’s very slick!
The centerboard pennant runs in a block on the trailing edge of the center-
board.  The run is very fair and the pennant is protected from the elements by the
centerboard well.  Inspect the part of the pennant that you can see.  As long
as it’s not fraying, it’s very unlikely the unseen part of the pennant has an issue.
I would try launching the boat and lowering the centerboard to see whether it
operates smoothly before I just replaced it.  When the centerboard is lowered,
you should dive under the boat and check the side-to-side play in the centerboard.
Excess side-to-side play indicates a worn centerboard pivot.  Fixing this issue will
require removing the centerboard.  Replacing the pennant or removing the center-
board involves removing about 24 screws on the cap to gain access to the
centerboard well.  There should be a gasket; but, on some boats, the cap may be
sealed with silicone RTV.  Whether your boat has a gasket or silicone RTV, it is very
important you get the cap sealed when you put it back together.  This cap is below
the waterline and you will get a leak into the bilge if it’s not properly sealed.  It’s
enough of a royal PITA; that, I wouldn’t mess with it unless I had more evidence.

Another question if someone has time - In the cockpit, it appears that the
table mount has been replaced with a round access hatch.  When I open that,
I just see foam.   Is that normal ?    Yes, there is floatation foam under the cockpit
and that inspection port is located where there should be a table mount.
Behind the access panel (old table
mount), in the rear of the cockpit is a drain which has a hose attached that
runs out the bottom of the boat.  I just want confirmation that’s normal and
that I’m not missing any parts ?   I would think I would want a screen or
something covering that to prevent clogs.  NO!  You don’t want a screen or anything
else that might get clogged and slow down the cockpit drain.

I’ve got a ton of questions - I’ve downloaded every Rhodes related
PDF/Document that I can find on the Internet.   Does anyone know if there is
a schematic available for the boat ?   or a full parts list ?    Any
information, suggestions would be most welcomed.    Attaching a few pics

Thank you in advance.


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