SJ23 Tech Tip Index - Hull.
(This index deals with the structural integrity of an SJ23 hull & anything attached to the outside - stern to bow.)
 

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(The Tips marked  are a known source of a water leak).

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     TRANSOM  

 
B09  Rudder - Repair and dimensions.    2024-02-06
B10  Rudder - Keep the blade locked down and on the transom.  2003-04-18
B30  Rudder - Make a Rudder Head and Blade.  2016-08-02
B23  Tiller - Fabricate a laminated tiller.  (Restore Cetol, Strengthen Tiller Tamer, Tiller Sleeve) 2024-11-03
B24  Boarding Ladder - 5 Transom mounts - Gunwale Hung Step. 2021-05-25
 

     COCKPIT   

 
B22  Pushpit - Various Designs. 2017-01-21
B21  Split Pushpit -  Lifeline Gate - Padding & Stanchions - Design considerations and installation.   2022-10-22
B36  Cockpit Inspection Hatch - Ready Access to tighten Outboard Mounting Nuts. 2024-04-14
B17  Cockpit Drains  - Transom installation and maintenance.    2024-05-13
B13  Cockpit Grate - Dimensions. 2004-12-14
B02  Cockpit Locker  Starboard -  Convert from shallow to deep - Prevent mould. 2020-06-28
B03  Cockpit Locker  Port - A flat floor for the gas tank - Line storage rack. 2007-08-10
B15  Cockpit Locker Lids  - Repair a Delaminated Lid - Seal a Leaky  one.    2019-09-03
 

     COMPANIONWAY  

 
B04  Companionway Sliding Hatch - Install UHMW glides - Storm hood with acrylic slider - Seal the sliding hatch.    2021-04-07
B19  Companionway Drop Boards - Replace - Secure -  Store - Painted Rails. 2021-01-01
 

      KEEL & HULL                  (NOTE - Some of these jobs are below the water line.  Complete them before launch)

 

B01

 Centerboard - Design - Stirrup Plate - LIFT the boat off the Trailer - Board Repairs - Replace SS Lift Cable - Double Ended Lift Line - Seized Board. 2024-11-03
B32  Centerboard - Lift Cable.   2015-07-16
B20  Centerboard  - Extend Lift Line to the Cockpit.  2003-01-14
B06  Centerboard - Performance Upgrade by Adding a Foil.    2021-08-13
B14  Keel Drag - Thoughts on reducing the turbulence of a Mark I keel.   2007-04-26
B28  Repair a Hull Damaged by Trailer Rollers - It is possible to remove the dimples after 18 years.   2011-08-16
B33  Crack Below Settee - Cosmetic only.   2019-11-25
B34  Seal a Hull - Soda Blasting. 2022-08-30
B35  Repair Gelcoat - Instructional Guide. 2024-04-01
 

      CABIN TOP  

 
B18  Grab Rails on the Cabin Top - Restore or Replace.  2017-06-19
 

      SIDE DECKS   

 
B07    Deck  Leak  at Shroud Chain Plates & Bulkhead Rot Below  - Reseal the deck chain plate & replace a rotten bulkhead.   2023-05-15
B16   Toe Rail  -  Scupper or Transom Molding Leak  -  Find and Seal a Leak .     2022-01-25
B05   Window Leak - Reseal a window -  Rebuild a window.    2020-03-02
B29   Spring Line  Cleat - Talk about convenient.    2014-12-14
B37   Life Line  - Conversion  to Dyneema. Line.   (NEW) 2024-09-08
 

      FORWARD HATCH  

 
B08   Forward Hatch - Reseal with new rubber to prevent a leak - Replace Hatch - Latches - Install a framed hatch - Drill & Cut Techniques.     2018-08-12
B27  Forward Hatch  -- A new hatch for Shangri'-La    2011-05-24
 

      BOW  

 
B11    Anchor Locker  - Foredeck conversion - Seal a leaky original style locker bottom.    2019-04-26
B11a    Anchor Locker  - Enlarge anchor locker and reinforce the bow.    2022-08-21
B26   Anchor Roller - Design & Install - toe rail - cap - chocks & navigation lights. 2008-05-22
B12    Leaky or Damaged Bow Cap - Replace a worn unit.    2017-12-11
B25   Stem Head & Tack Flange Fitting - Beef it up from underneath. 2004-08-09
B31    Pulpit - Droopy Lip Syndrome.   2017-04-16
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