Posted by JOhn Farrugia (216.70.71.59) on May 15, 2000 at 11:28:06:
I am looking at a 1989 42-3, shoal keel boat. She appears to be nice condition and well appointed. I have been to Planet Catalina and read Catalina's
specs etc. I would like to know how close they are to realistic values. I sail
The Upper Chesapeake Bay and usually have relatively light winds but around Annapolis usually 12 - 18 knots . I have two young girls (2 & 5) and really
like the 3 cabin layout.
Questions: Sail speed , rpm etc motoring either calm or with headwind does the 40 HP engine have what it takes?? Sailability with 140 % good shape jib and
older but ok main?????
Bilge: appears very "wet" and she has been on the hard for a while. I understand with keel stepped mast I will have influx of water but is this
something of a worry or continuous shore
to maintain. Galley has small 4lb propane tank, how diff to retrofit with larger.
Air, doesn't have , how difficult to add??
All assistance is greatly appreciated. It sounds like the 42 is a great boat. I am looking for additional input to assist my decision.
Thank -John Farrugia
Posted by Bob DeFilippo (63.68.14.35) on May 26, 2000 at 13:28:48:
of wind, even with as little as 5 I bought a 1989 C-42 TriCabin last October and keep it in Annapolis...I also have two young children and use the boat for weekends and vacations. The C-42 is a great boat because it has all the accommodations anyone could want with unusually good performance and handling qualities. The engine (44hp) pushes my boat along comfortably at 7 kts..my maxprop turns 2400 rpm. The 140 genoa is more than enough sail, any larger and you would have a significant handling chore...I get to and beyond hull speed easily on 10-12 ktskts the boat moves smoothly thru the water at 4 kts. My boat has a second propane tank in the opposite stern locker and also has A/C mounted in the salon seat...looks like a simple install. I hope I answered most of your questions...email me directly if you want more info or want to talk on the phone.
