Hello All.
This is my first post on this board.
I have now taken title to a PSC 37' Sloop w/standard keel (last week); I am very excited and somewhat apprehensive about the road ahead in getting her in condition to sail the seven seas. She was born in 88' and has sufferred a bit of neglect but has wonderful lines and with thoughtful updating will hopefully shine again.
Years ago I bought a new Dana and had several years of wonderful experiences with my little princess visiting south Florida and the Keys extensively along with some runs to the Abacos. She was sold after a few years and the thought of long distance cruising was shelved until a later date and that date is finally on the horizon.
Serious consideration was given towards ordering a new 37' but the $$$ along w/ a passion for the more traditional look of the PSC of yesteryear prevailed and now the real cost of buying a project has presented itself. Did I mention that I am not a do-it your-selfer?
Help!!!
As I attempt to learn the "insider's wisdom" please excuse my ignorance for the instances that I ask a question of your expertise and that topic has been fully addressed in the Forum but was not found by my searches. I promise to not waste your time and eagerly seek your input.
My first question:
My portlights are a nightmare. They may leak but no real signs of leakage problems. They are just plain ugly and tired looking. The chrome is basically gone and the patina is not very attractive. As a matter of fact it they are worst than ugly. I have read in the Forum great tips about new seals and glass but does anyone have suggestions about replacing with the shiny new bronze in the same size and look as the OEM?
This is my first post on this board.
I have now taken title to a PSC 37' Sloop w/standard keel (last week); I am very excited and somewhat apprehensive about the road ahead in getting her in condition to sail the seven seas. She was born in 88' and has sufferred a bit of neglect but has wonderful lines and with thoughtful updating will hopefully shine again.
Years ago I bought a new Dana and had several years of wonderful experiences with my little princess visiting south Florida and the Keys extensively along with some runs to the Abacos. She was sold after a few years and the thought of long distance cruising was shelved until a later date and that date is finally on the horizon.
Serious consideration was given towards ordering a new 37' but the $$$ along w/ a passion for the more traditional look of the PSC of yesteryear prevailed and now the real cost of buying a project has presented itself. Did I mention that I am not a do-it your-selfer?
Help!!!
As I attempt to learn the "insider's wisdom" please excuse my ignorance for the instances that I ask a question of your expertise and that topic has been fully addressed in the Forum but was not found by my searches. I promise to not waste your time and eagerly seek your input.
My first question:
My portlights are a nightmare. They may leak but no real signs of leakage problems. They are just plain ugly and tired looking. The chrome is basically gone and the patina is not very attractive. As a matter of fact it they are worst than ugly. I have read in the Forum great tips about new seals and glass but does anyone have suggestions about replacing with the shiny new bronze in the same size and look as the OEM?