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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TITLE - (Click here to SORT Index from Stern to Bow) 
(The Tips marked 
are a known source of a water leak).

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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
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 & a line storage rack. 2007-08-10
B04  Companionway Sliding Hatch - Install UHMW glides - Storm hood with acrylic slider - Seal the sliding hatch.    2021-04-07
B05  Window Leak - Reseal a window -  Rebuild a window.    2020-03-02
B06  Centerboard - Performance Upgrade by Adding a Foil.    2021-08-13
B07   Deck  Leak  at Shroud Chain Plates & Bulkhead Rot Below  - Reseal the deck chain plate - Replace a rotten bulkhead.   2023-05-15
B08   Forward Hatch - Reseal with new rubber to prevent a leak - Replace Hatch - Latches - Install a framed hatch - Drill & Cut Techniques.    2018-08-12
B09  Rudder - Repair and dimensions.    2024-02-06
B10  Rudder - Keep the blade locked down and on the transom.  2003-04-18
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
B12   Leaky or Damaged Bow Cap - Replace a worn unit.    2017-12-11
B13  Cockpit Grate - Dimensions. 2004-12-14
B14  Keel Drag - Thoughts on reducing the turbulence of a Mark I keel.   2007-04-26
B15  Cockpit Locker Lids  - Repair a Delaminated Lid and Seal a Leaky  one.    2019-09-03
B16  Toe Rail  - Scupper or Transom Molding Leak  -  Find and Seal a Leak .     2022-01-25
B17  Cockpit Drains  - Transom installation and maintenance.    2024-05-13
B18  Grab Rails on the Cabin Top - Restore or Replace.  2017-06-19
B19  Companionway Drop Boards - Replace - Secure - Store - Painted Rails. 2021-01-01
B20  Centerboard  - Extend Lift Line to the Cockpit.  2003-01-14
B21  Split Pushpit -  Lifeline Gate - Padding & Stanchions - Design considerations and installation.   2022-10-22
B22  Pushpit Designs. 2017-01-21
B23  Tiller - Fabricate a laminated tiller.  (Restore Cetol, Strengthen Tiller Tamer, Tiller Sleeve) 2024-12-03
B24  Boarding Ladder - 5 Transom mounts & 1 Gunwale Hung Step. 2021-05-25
B25  Stem Head & Tack Flange Fitting - Beef it up from underneath. 2004-08-09
B26  Anchor Roller - Design & Install - toe rail - cap - chocks & navigation lights. 2008-05-22
B27  Forward Hatch  -- A new hatch for Shangri'-La    2011-05-24
B28  Repair a Hull Damaged by Trailer Rollers  - It is possible to remove the dimples after 18 years.   2011-08-16
B29   Spring Line  Cleat - Talk about convenient.  2014-12-14
B30   Rudder - Make a Rudder Head and Blade.  2016-08-02
B31   Pulpit - Droopy Lip Syndrome.   2017-04-16
B32   Centerboard - Lift Cable.   2015-07-16
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
B36  Cockpit Inspection Hatch - Ready Access to tighten Outboard Mounting Nuts.  2024-04-14
B37   Life Line  - Conversion  to Dyneema. Line.   (Updated) 2024-12-17
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