![]() The offset prop can be challenging in reverse if it still has the original 2 bladed prop. I have just had mine out of the boat to give it a thorough clean and paint and the engineer reckons it is good for another 10-15 years yet. However they are very robust and will last almost indefinitely if properly maintained. The original MD2Bs are good engines, although having only two cylinders it is rough in comparison with a newer 3 cylinder. As such the headsail is more important than the main in terms of The sail plan is a typical IOR style - with a tiny main and (potentially) a large 150% Genoa. However she does have a tendency to be rather wet going to windward in >F6, particularly in rough seas. I have sailed her singled handed in F8/9 and always felt very confident - the more it blows the happier she seems to be. She sails very well - especially in stronger winds. Mine and all others I know of have a substantial support leading down to the keel - no possibility of any problems with that.Īs others have said she is a very well built boat, even by the standards of the day and certainly compared to modern boats. I sail a late 1972 one and she certainly does not have a cored deck. We cruised over 10,000 miles in her and she gave a lot of pleasure.Ĭlick to expand.That sounds a bit strange - I am not aware of any Centurions having a core. When I eventually had to change the engine his words turned out to be correct.įor extended cruising for 2 she was ideal, for 3 comfortable and for 4 a bit of a squash. (or the later 25) would fit if re engineing. A German owner told me that his research suggested that only the Beta 28hp. ![]() The original Volvo MD2b's are getting a bit long in the tooth now. Met another owner in West Mersea last year who had owned his since 1988. Met a Dutchmen (82) in Ostende who said " I bought mine new in 74 and have never seen a reason to change her". Most owners keep them a very long time, they rarely come up for sale. Will steer OK astern once she is moving, but offset propellor means turning circle going forward is much better to starboard than port. Very short offset propellor shaft can cause P bracket to work loose if engine alignment slightly out. Not so good points: Awkward galley to work because of sloping engine compartment door which restricts foot space. Good seaberths and roomy dinette (there was also a version with pilot berths). Good points: very seaworthy, sails well in all conditions except F3-I dont know about F8 upwards! Will ghost well and with F4-6 and some good sails is quite quick and very dry for a 24ft. A quality job, with very strong hull and a lead keel. ![]() 124, for 16 years and have now sold her to my son. ![]()
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