1980 CP 23 Just Bought

[ribbed_rotting_rusting]

Just bought CP 23 1980 vintage. How do you tell the difference in which series the boat is? PO furnished manual, but it is obviously  generic. I have also been searching site on the rudder mod, looks like a no brainer in terms of things to do. I am also interested in any info on interiour improvements, this one is pretty plain jane. No complaints, made it much easier to inspect for past leaks or damage, but some of your cabin interiours are pretty sharp. The name is no reflection on this boat, previous boat in late 70's in SF Bay, and believe me the monikor fit. MJC

[NateD]

Welcome aboard. I believe a 1980 would be a mark 1 (no bowsprit). I think the 23/II started in 1984 when they added the bowsprit. The 23/III got oval portholes, and the 23/IV went to stainless portholes. I think that is the easiest way to tell them apart from the outside.

[Greene]

Welcome.  Thanks for explaining your site name.  I figured you liked vintage VW's based on the name.  I had a 1962 Bug that fit that name perfectly.  (Actually it would have been "ribbed_rotted_rusting_not running".)

Share some pics and enjoy reading all the old posts for ideas.

Mike and Brenda

[ribbed_rotting_rusting]

Thanks for info on ID. I do remember one VW van, early sixties could not keep grease in transaxle, would have sleeved it now. I would drive till rear end seized(slow motion seizure) pull over, then come back later and start driving again after transaxle  cooling off. Thing would be worth a small fortune now. MJC

[Bob23]

Welcome MJC:
  And congrats on your new 23. We look forward to your posts! There is a wealth of information here on the site although, if you value your reputation, think twice before throwing in with this lot...some wierd characters lurking about...present company included! Welcome!
  Some of my old VW's- rotting, rusting, barely running, freezing, cursing, tools flying...but such fun!
  Bob23

[ribbed_rotting_rusting]

Thanks for the info on different types or generations of the 23. Amazing site, enjoyable just to find a posting and follow it all the way. Some obvious characters with a very wide range of expertise and general as well as specialized knowledge of Com-Pac boats.
I hope the east coast folks came out o.k., I think sailing develops independent and prepared types, unless maybe that is who is attracted to it in the first place. That said, I know that things are rough in NY and NJ as well as other coastal communities and I hope for the best for you folks living there. MJC

[HideAway]

HideAway is hull number 2.  What I like best about this spartan craft  is that the settees, devoid of cabinetry, make  very comfortable berths.  The former V berth area is now storage and sports a new sink and vanity cabinet for the head.   Matt

[ribbed_rotting_rusting]

Well Captain Hideway, that is nice blog with great photography. MJC

[DougN]

Welcome MCJ.I have a 1983 cp23,same model as yours.My friend has a cp23ll and since he keeps it here at the house with mine it's easy to see the up-grades.Hideaway is right about the smaller berths but they did gain storage.The biggist difference I found is the improvement(as to weather helm)the bowsprit makes.Thats one of my winter projects,I posted asking for any advice and recieved some great feedback.Lot of knowledgeable folks here very willing to help you out.