james_willing Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 Hi all, I brought a windie 14 cheap (in NZ sail No. 2093) that was in need for some TLC. Needed a new rudder (or two), some glass on the bottom of the hulls, work on the road trailer and a face lift would make it look a million bucks! But for the price it was still cheaper to buy it and invest in it and end up with a nice play boat. The sort of thing that I can come home use and put away, not really worrying too much about maintenance. However today while I rolled her over to work on the bottom of the hulls we herd something go clunk inside the Port hull. On closer inspection it feels that the Bulkheads inside the hull or what ever gives it structural support has become dislodged. The hull has a lot of movement (2-5cm) on both sides, compared to the other hull which is rather ridged. So my question is this; does anyone have any information of the layout of the internals inside the hull and how much effort/time and money is required to fix it? At this point I am leaning toward cutting my losses and buying a 'not so big project' or another class of boat. Any advise? Is it worth giving this boat another breath of life... or parting it out? Many Thanks, James. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darcy1945 Posted August 24, 2015 Report Share Posted August 24, 2015 James, there are 2 x 3 piece, horizontal foam bulkheads running the length of Windy hulls, the top front 1 is the largest and most important though not critical for a pleasure/non race boat. You would be safe to sail your windy as is, though bouyancy in that particular hull will be decreased slightly.The repair is rarely worth the effort, unless you are racing, and the hulls were minimum weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james_willing Posted August 25, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 @Daecy1945, thanks for the advice. Having thought about it some more, I think the best option is to sell it onto someone that has the time to fix up which is otherwise a really good boat or looking for a donor boat. If anyone In New Zealand is looking for a project boat or a Donor boat, She is fully rigged, sails and spars in good condition, with road trailer that needs some work (has surface rust) and problem re Hull talked about above. Please don't hesitate to contact me on: Zero Two Seven 8 8 5 One Two Eight Five. Cheers James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rotech Posted August 25, 2015 Report Share Posted August 25, 2015 Hi James, Where are you? If you're anywhere near Clarks Beach let me know. We have a small group of Windrush14 owners and we're trying to build up some numbers. The Windrush14 is good fun, economic sailing, especially with a group of them. If you still want to quit the boat, message me, I may be keen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james_willing Posted August 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2015 @Rotech please see Private Message. If anyone else is looking to buy this boat, My situation at work has changed and I need to sell her ASAP. She would be a good project or a great donor boat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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