Cape Dory 270, Owner'S Manual

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Thru Hulls and Seacocks 35
Scupper Drains 38
Bilge Pump 38
XI. HEAD AND WASTE SYSTEM 38
XII. CENTERBOARD SYSTEM 39
XIII. SPAR, RIGGING, AND SAILS 41
Standing Rigging 42
Turnbuckles 43
Running Rigging 44
Tuning the Standing Rigging 44
Deck Hardware and Chainplates 45
Chainplate System 45
Sails 46
Quick Reefing 48
Optional Sails 49
XIV. STEERING SYSTEM 49
Pedestal Steering 50
Edson Maintenance Guide 51
XV. EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE 52
Fiberglass 52
Surface Imperfections 52
Deep Scratches and Flaws 52
Non Skid Imperfections 53
Gel Coat Blisters 53
Bottom Paint and Boot Top Paint 53
Cove Stripe 54
Ports and Hatches 54
Deck Hardware 54
Winches and Blocks 55
Lifelines, Pulpits, and Stanchions 55
Spar 55
Standing Rigging 56
Sails 56
Centerboard 57
Teak 57
Leaks 58
XVI. INTERIOR MAINTENANCE 58
Wood Surfaces 59
Cushions 59
Ice Box 59
Ports and Hatches 60
Sinks 60
Head 60
Curtains 61
Stove 61
General 61
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