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P323 / Re: Pearson 323 boat speed under power?

« on: February 08, 2023, 10:55:15 PM »

Thanks for the info Ed!

What types of speeds do you get when battling 20-25 knot winds? Does your speed drop of dramatically?

I have a 30 hp Yanmar, with a 3 bladed prop, so I know I should be able to go faster. It's just confusing trying to get the correct pitch on the prop and at the same time avoid being over pitched!!

Stuart

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P323 / Pearson 323 Rig Tension using a Loos Gauge

« on: February 08, 2023, 10:51:13 PM »

I am in the process of re-tuning my Pearson 323 (1978 Boat #150) and I'll be using a Loos Gauge to check the rig tension. . I was wondering if anyone had some Loos Gauge numbers that I can use for a reference?

I know from reading some previous posts that the suggested starting point would be about 10% of the breaking strength of the wire.........so I figured about 960lbs  for the backstay/forestay and uppers. And, about 750lbs  for the lowers?

Any input would really be appreciated!  Thanks!

Stuart

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P323 / Pearson 323 boat speed under power?

« on: October 07, 2022, 12:02:10 AM »

I was wondering if I could get some input regarding boat speed under power at your cruising rpm.

I recently changed engines on my Pearson 323 and added a feathering  propeller, and the pitch of the new prop is was off, I am under pitched as at cruising rpm I am at 5.5 knots, and if there's wind and waves I am at only 4.5!!!!!

Before the engine change, I was at about 6 to 6.2 knots at cruising rpm. How does that compare with everyone else?

Thanks for any input, cheers!

Stuart Farrell
Pearson 323.   Osprey

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Boat Handling / Re: Weather Helm

« on: July 11, 2019, 07:07:40 PM »

I sail a lot in SF bay during the summer. I usually reef at 18+ winds, and I skip the first reef spot and just do the 2nd reef right away (I'll eventually have to do the 2nd reef anyway!). I also have a roller furling self tacking jib that is about a 90% sail. With winds 20-22 knots, the boat sails well without a lot of stress on the rig.

One things that eases the weather helm while sailing upwind when the winds get heavy is to keep the jib tight, and ease the 2x reefed main to where it just luffs.

At 25+ winds, I have a  way to reef the jib to about 50% size. But, it's complicated and takes a lot of effort. But it does work, and once I do it I am always glad I did!