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Ebb, thanks for the tip, it certainly sounds better than grinding paint and fiberglass for hours on end.

I will be sure to post results if I use it!

Hey Stephan,

Beautiful boat! And great looking trip! I someday hope to go on such a voyage, but for now, will have to live vicariously through people such as yourself

Keep us updated!

[The Plan]

Well, 4 years went fast... Never did end up selling, how could I...

A lot has happened, but i'm finally ready to get her back in the water. Will be starting a recore of the foredeck, side decks, and parts of the cabin top immediately.

The Plan
 - Recore (areas specified above)
 - Repaint decks
 - Re bed all deck hardware
 - new bottom paint
 - finish brightwork
 - and other misc. projects

The Goal
 - Having her in the water at some point next season. (More of a reach goal, but i think possible...)

Progress So Far:
 - Removed all the hardware and brightwork from the decks.

Next Step
 - Remove top skin of deck from recore areas and scrape out rotten core.

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Will be posting progress and asking questions of you talented folks regularly.

First question - the foredeck's bottom skin has a tear (see photo) where it looks like one of the previous owners had repaired the deck from the bottom. I'm guessing the tear was due to pressure on the deck from above, and a not so great adhesion of whatever materials used for the repair. My question is, do I repair this first, before removing the top skin? or, would it make more sense to repair from above after I carefully remove the core from the area?

I agree with Jerry, they look fantastic!

While I love the look of the original pearson portlights, I gotta say, those are gonna look great. Really interested to see how those change the profile from the outside.

I had thought about installing these same portlights a few years ago on my commander, but never pulled the trigger. Goodluck with the install, can't wait to see the finished product!

Super Cool. Thanks for sharing!

Saw this listing on Craigslist and figured i'd post this here for anyone who's interested. (Not my boat)

Listing - http://longisland.craigslist.org/boa/4045933996.html

From Listing:

1966 Pearson Ariel Sailboat. Hull # 393 in excellent condition. owned by one owner prior to me who was commodore of yacht club. Meticulously maintained. Jib, main sail, gas inboard. Includes mooring. 8' beam.
Moving to south shore so we need a boat with a center board.
Contact Tomas 516-491-6546 or Susan 516 459-0404

Hi Everyone,

Unfortunately my financial circumstances have changed somewhat and I need to sell my commander. I had planned to send her up to Tim Lackey this fall to get the deck core soft spots repaired by a professional but I unfortunately will not be able to do so because of other large expenses that will be taking priority (wedding/mortgage!). Because of this, I am offering my commander for sale as I hope someone who has the time/money/expertise will get her back in the water.

The boat is located on Eastern Long Island.

Apart from the few areas of soft spots, mainly in the foredeck, she is solid and in good shape.  Has all rigging and comes with 150 genoa, jib, storm sail, and main. The main has a small tear at the top but can be easily repaired. Sails are not original.

Engine also goes, 2009 Yamaha 6hp long shaft, with very few hours on it.

If anyone is interested please contact me via email/private message for more information. I am asking for $2000, which, if you read my gallery thread is what I paid for her, and I think is a fair price. I wanted to inform this association first as a courtesy to any who are looking for a great commander priced right.



More Pics & Info here - http://www.pearsonariel.org/discussion/showthread.php?2195-Commander-38

mail - mceveritt

• gmail [dot] com

Thanks, Ed. Most recent bid for hauling the Ariel 273 miles from San Luis Obispo to Berkeley: 2800

2800, really!? I guess hauling must be more expensive on the west coast. I'd keep looking around for other haulers... I am sending my commander from NY (long Island) to Maine this summer (All told around 420 miles) And I received quotes ranging from 1500, to 2800 and the distance is about 150miles further...

Rico,

Sorry to hear that! Plenty of good sailing in the Boston area! Why not take her?

I know you have done a lot of work on her, how much are you looking to get for her?

Awesome!

How about a Gray hull, red waterline stripe, & red Commander logo on mast... just like The Mephisto Cat!
As seen here: http://www.pearsonariel.org/discussion/showthread.php?1552-Commander-155-Mephisto-Cat

And if iy is not too much trouble - without the handrails on the cabintop....
Thanks!

Rico, had some time today to whip this up for you.

Mephisto Cat!

Hi Res version here - http://www.everittstudios.com/img/mc_lg.png

ebb - I agree about the rails - something a bit more low profile would help to keep the clean lines of the commander in particular.

Thanks guys!

@ Rico - I could very easily do that! what color/combo would you like to see?

@ Kegan - Got your email, small world! I replied via email...

Made this in Photoshop for fun. Thought I would share! It's not perfectly traced, but I think it came out alright.

View Larger Version Here: http://www.michaeleveritt.com/img/susieq.png

Beautiful boat! Commanders in work well in blue! Don't be shy with the photos, we all appreciate them!

Just saw this listing pop up and thought I would share. Looks like a great boat. Not sure if the owner has photos on the forum here as there is no info in the listing.

- http://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/27055