Looking for a 235
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They show up here every now and then. Beneteau First 235 Forums :: Index I don't think you have to be registered to view the for sale stuff. I found mine 5 years ago on Craig's List. That would be a good place to start. Could register at the 235 forum above but, Kelly does take some time sometimes to get that dealt with. Its getting to be haul out season so, some could start going on sale soon. As I said, Craig's List would be a good place to start, possibly Sailboat Listings - sailboats for sale and even Yachts for Sale - YachtWorld.
If you have any questions about the 235, feel free to direct message me and I can answer as best I can. We have 4 of them at my yacht club so if I can't help you out I am sure I can find an answer for you. The 235 site is also a great resource. There is a Facebook group as well, could look around there.
If you have any questions about the 235, feel free to direct message me and I can answer as best I can. We have 4 of them at my yacht club so if I can't help you out I am sure I can find an answer for you. The 235 site is also a great resource. There is a Facebook group as well, could look around there.
I had hull 430, a 1992 with the forward-facing commode.. The table would raise, so drilled holes in the mast for a retaining pin. I found it in the way when up and people would bang their head when getting on the bunk.. I put a couple dinner plates on the wider end, removed the trim and shortened the table. Reinstalled the trim.
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Yes it does, there is a piece of cushion that goes in front of the mast, small area. Some and I am thinking of doing this too, have fabricate a piece for behind the mast as well. We spent the night this summer on Seeker and it is just fine for two adults. Great couples boat and a great sailing boat as well.
How about stepping the mast? Does it have a hinged mast plate? Any sort of gin pole to aid in the raising?
How do most carry the mast when trailering? Is there a mast crutch for the stern?
I have more questions but I don't want to wear everyone out.
Thanks
Sam
How do most carry the mast when trailering? Is there a mast crutch for the stern?
I have more questions but I don't want to wear everyone out.
Thanks
Sam
I found it online but it won't let me register as it says the username is already in use but I didn't even input a user name so not sure what's up with that.
Sam
The mast has a pin, but no actual hinge. We have a small crane with a winch at my club we use to step and unstep our masts with. Many people have rigged a gin pole system to do this on their own. I put a fender on the cabin top under the mast and strap it to the boat. I built a crutch out of 2x4's for the stern. At the bow it rests on the pulpit. Not very complex at all. Strap/tie it down and all good.
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There is a link to send Kelly your info at the bottom of the main site page.
Thank you! There have been a few mods along the way. As for ramp launching I am not 100% sure, the wing keel drafts 2'9" and I know a guy at my club that uses the ramp instead of the crane. So maybe 3+ feet then?