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Boat and Hardware Modification / Re: VHF questions
Last post by crazycarl - July 30, 2026, 07:58:25 AMI have both. The base mount is installed on the cabin ceiling just inside on the starboard side. The cable runs up the compression post and through the cabin top with connectors, and inside the mast. It needs to be disconnnected when trailing and the antenna removed. I keep the handheld in the cockpit in a "ditch bag". I have used the base unit to communicate over 10 miles, but that is a rare occasion. The handheld unit would be sufficient 99% of the time.
A mast mounted auxiliary antenna would greatly improve your distance, but may not be warranted depending on where you're sailing.
A mast mounted auxiliary antenna would greatly improve your distance, but may not be warranted depending on where you're sailing.
#22
Sun Cats and Sunday Cats / Re: Rainwater collecting in th...
Last post by bruce - July 29, 2026, 08:39:36 PMIf the mast stub was replaced they should have caulked the track closed just above the deck plate, and also should have caulked the stub to the deck plate and cabin top. Even if they did it could be leaking. Closed cell foam sounds good to plug track quickly, some duct tape overlapping the stub and deck plate should temporarily stop a leak there as well.
If the mast is up I doubt you're getting much water down the stub, if they are aligned and mate well. Some more duct tape would confirm that.
If the mast is up I doubt you're getting much water down the stub, if they are aligned and mate well. Some more duct tape would confirm that.
#23
Boat and Hardware Modification / VHF questions
Last post by Fastdoc98 - July 29, 2026, 08:18:37 PMPardon my ignorance on this topic since I sail tiny little man-made reservoirs in the middle of cornfields, so VHF isn't a high priority, but I'm thinking ahead about bigger trips on bigger waters. I'm thinking about a mast-mounted VHF antenna as that provides the best line of sight strength but connecting my hand-held to it. Is that just stupid? Like, is it better to just buy a dedicated fixed mount as opposed to trying to use the handheld? I know the power output between the two is different, but I'm just spitballin here since I have no idea what I'm talking about. And how do masthead mounted antennae do when trailering? I am imagining with the Mast-Ender system I could run coax down the mast and have a coupler at the hinge point just like the wires for the lighting in the mast. Curious as to what others have done.
#24
Sun Cats and Sunday Cats / Re: Rainwater collecting in th...
Last post by Steve Caplow - July 29, 2026, 07:37:54 PMThanks for the replies. I keep the boat on a mooring in the Sakonnet River with the mast up all the time. Bruce, your explanation makes sense since the base section of the mast was replaced and they didn't caulk the slot at the deck level. Your rubber plug is elegant but I'm trying to avoid removing the sail and boom with the boat on the water. As you've suggested I will try stuffing some closed cell packing foam in the track and see if I can stop most of the infiltration.
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Sun Cats and Sunday Cats / Re: Rainwater collecting in th...
Last post by Roland of Macatawa - July 29, 2026, 07:11:52 PMHi, Steve:
A picture would be helpful.
I'm not understanding what you are describing when saying:
"... the well around the base of the mast ..."
Bruce is correct about the seal in the mast's sail-track at the deck.
Also correct about the need to seal the inside of the mast stub.
There is no drain to the bilge from the anchor rode locker or mast foot areas.
If there were, it would run right thru the cuddy cabin area, and it does not; unless it was modified.
Those areas if wet, must be pumped out and sponged dry.
Regards, Roland
A picture would be helpful.
I'm not understanding what you are describing when saying:
"... the well around the base of the mast ..."
Bruce is correct about the seal in the mast's sail-track at the deck.
Also correct about the need to seal the inside of the mast stub.
There is no drain to the bilge from the anchor rode locker or mast foot areas.
If there were, it would run right thru the cuddy cabin area, and it does not; unless it was modified.
Those areas if wet, must be pumped out and sponged dry.
Regards, Roland
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Sun Cats and Sunday Cats / Re: Rainwater collecting in th...
Last post by bruce - July 29, 2026, 06:48:07 PMIt was standard practice for Com-Pac to seal the track with caulk at the mast partner/deck collar. If yours is missing, stuff something in there to see if that helps. Is your boat stored outside? Mast up or down? If down, I made a plug out of 1/2" neoprene rubber that sealed the mast stub pretty well.
https://cpyoa.com/forum/index.php?topic=11706.msg87992#msg87992
Lots of other ways for water to get to the bilges if it's not at the mast. Throw a tarp over the top to see if that helps and work from there.
https://cpyoa.com/forum/index.php?topic=11706.msg87992#msg87992
Lots of other ways for water to get to the bilges if it's not at the mast. Throw a tarp over the top to see if that helps and work from there.
#27
CP-25's / Re: New 25 Owner & Delivery Re...
Last post by dasgaswolf - July 29, 2026, 05:44:12 PMQuote from: passagesfromtheheart on July 29, 2026, 03:10:23 AMCongratulations on your absolutely gorgeous 25 — and with tan bark sails to boot!!!! WOWZA!!!! Drooling, here!!! She is just stunning!
I'm a former 25 owner, my boat was also a 2002 model — totally agree with the 'checking all the boxes' assessment and, wow, how amazing the boat was only 90 minutes from you — destiny!!!
Your maiden voyage, indeed, sounded memorable — that is awesome your father-in-law was there to crew on the trip, too!
I really enjoyed reading your post — your excitement and enthusiasm are palpable and truly exemplifies the spirit of what makes sailing and sailboats so meaningful, sacred, and special — you are in good company, here, on this forum — this community is incredible! I can't wait to hear more about your adventures aboard your beautiful 25 — btw, what is your boat's HIN? I'm wondering if our boats might've been the only 25s built in 2002.
Fair winds!
Thanks for the kind words, and I enjoyed watching your YouTube videos during my search.
The HIN is: ABV00038B202
Let me know what that means to you!
#28
Com-Pac Sailors Lounge / Re: New Member from New Bern N...
Last post by passagesfromtheheart - July 29, 2026, 04:33:57 PMQuote from: jackinenc on July 24, 2026, 08:00:14 PMChelle:
I bought the boat from Donald. The hull is a 1985. He had a Compac 16 pilothouse still on the lot.I saw the Sun Cat as well.
Have you looked for land in the Bridgton area? I know there are people with horse properties around there. And you are still near the River and 35 minutes from Oriental.
Hi, Jack!
Thank you for the tip regarding the Bridgton area -- I will definitely look into this!
I wish that I had had the chance to go to Keith's boatyard -- I was actually scheduled to visit him in Richlands in April of 2024, but he took ill and then later passed. I was (and still am!) heartbroken over his loss! He was such a valuable member of the sailing community -- not to mention the Com-Pac community.
Fair winds!
#29
Sun Cats and Sunday Cats / Rainwater collecting in the st...
Last post by Steve Caplow - July 29, 2026, 03:42:15 PMOn my 2013 Sunday Cat the well around the base of the mast accumulates water. It looks like there might have once been a drain, but was covered up by a previous owner. I imagine he covered it to avoid getting water in the bilge, which is always completely dry. Has anyone got a good solution to prevent rainwater from tricking down the mast into the well? I think it is likely trickling down the open mast track in heavy rain.
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