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Early / Late model 250 differences??

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BAJAMAN
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Initially Posted - 07/21/2006 : 00:19:47

I couldn't find any info on this in archives, so.....

What are the differences between a 1995 250 WB and later models? Any structural differences? Are there reasons other than the obvious for purchasing a later model? Were improvements made to ballast system? I have read about the rudder issues.

Thanks!

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raulpou
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Response Posted - 07/21/2006 : 09:40:11

From my understanding there are a few differences. One being the catbird seats came on later models. The rudders may be different and there are a few other ones that I am sure other people on this forum can share to an extreme detail. :)

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welshoff
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Response Posted - 07/21/2006 : 11:22:48

**Take a look at the standing rigging as well. Some of the earlier 250's had the rigging going to the outside of the cabin top - went to the hull to deck joint area. Then they started running the standing rigging through the cabin top to stainless steel rods that run down to the hull.

**Do a search on the rudders - there were a number of changes in this area from the earlier boats to the later boats.

**There were some stove changes in the cabin over the years. Newer models also went with an external propane locker.

**Water tank was relocated to under V-berth - moved from under the sink.

I don't have specific year break downs - someday this time table should probably be put together to document the changes throughout the years. This model has been in production since 1995 and has gone through some evolutions along the way.

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Arlyn Stewart
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Response Posted - 07/21/2006 : 11:28:39

Beyond those mentioned is a small list but but none of a structural concern.
<ul><li>coaming step</li><li>2nd reef</li><li>stop block to rake center board aft</li><li>fresh water tank moved to V berth</li><li>propane locker instead of rinky dink butane cannister, now back to a butane system</li><li>companionway hatch was full lexan and now partial</li><li>fuel locker lid is now a hinged fiberglass</li><li>bow light has been moved</li><li>mast raising system changed to a trailer assisted system</li><li>center board cable changed from stainless cable to synthetic</li><li>companionway steps now have angular ends for safety </li></ul>

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BAJAMAN
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Response Posted - 07/21/2006 : 14:29:23

Thanks!

I will taking a WB for a day sail in our local lake next week. I am leaning towards a WB, as I have to trailer to all sailing locales. I don't think the WK is worth the trade off for as much trailering as I am having to do. I am excited about sailing this boat.

Sounds like the changes could be done at minimal expense if one wanted to do so. I was more concerned with structural changes that would have occured due to engineering improvements.

With all of Arlyn's research and tessting I am confident I can overcome the rudder issues.

Thanks!

Until my next newbie post

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Russ.Johnson
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Response Posted - 07/21/2006 : 16:39:52

Arlyn,
This is a little off topic.
I saw your previous post about the centerboard stop block.
When my centerboard was repaired this spring, I checked and there was no stop block.
On the boat lift, the centerboard would drop to 90 degrees.
My 250WB is a 2005 model (built in 2004).
I think they installed a stop block for a few years, but now they've stopped.
It's no big deal, I just thought you would want to know.
Russ (#793)

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Arlyn Stewart
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Response Posted - 07/22/2006 : 07:37:05

Russ... I've always thought that it would be nice to have a pipe line to Catalina thought...

Perhaps they stopped using the block after going to a balanced rudder.

After getting some balance in the 2nd beaching by raking it forward and converting the steering for a better ratio, I run the center board pretty much fully down whereas previously to help with helm torque, the center board was getting a good bit of rake.

Thanks for the heads up.

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