BUILT TO ENDURE

Deck hardware such as this Herreshoff marine cleat is thru bolted to the deck using full backing plates for even loaddistribution. Polyurethane caulking is used under hardware and under backing plates to prevent leaks.

The Dana 24 typifies the quality thatthe sailing world has come to expectfrom Pacific Seacraft. Everywhere youlook, from her solid bronze fittings andhardware to the exquisite detailing ofher teak joinerwork, the unparalleledexcellence of the master boatbuilder isin evidence.And the excellence is throughout,whether you can see it or not. Herfiberglass hull and deck are built to themost rigorous specifications, 100% handlaid up and squeegeed to remove allexcess resin for optimum strength toweight ratio. The vital deck/hullconnection is engineered with a double flange bedded in high tensile polyure-thane adhesive compound and thru-fastened with 1/4" 18-8 stainless steelbolts. It is the strongest, most water-tight connection available in current production technology. Adding evengreater strength and resistance to torsionand flexure is the yacht's highlysophisitcated reinforced fiberglassinterior module. Hull and interior arebonded into one monolithic structure, amethod far superior to conventional

The ice box insulation on the Dana 24 is rigid urethane foam, poured in place in a liquid state so that it fills every cavity around the box to a minimum thickness of 4". The top and lid are also insulated. An ice box such as this will keep ice many times longer than others, thereby greatly extending your supply of fresh provisions.

techniques. Chain plates are 74" thick, 1/2" widetype 304 stainless steel, thru-fastened tothe hull with 3/8" stainless steel bolts andfull backing plates.Since the rudder is one of the mostvulnerable parts of a boat, particularcare has been taken in the design andconstruction of the Dana 24 to insurethat she keeps hers intact. The stainlesssteel rudder shaft is welded to a From the San Juans to the Coast of Maine

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"thick "backbone." The rudder is stressedand constructed to be self-supporting,but it is further supported by a bronzegudgeon which is securely bolted to thetrailing edge of the keel.The attachment of bulkheads to thehull and deck of a sailboat is critical:large dynamic loads are placed onbulkheads by the strain of mast, riggingand waves. One of the most commonfailures aboard cruising yachts isbulkheads which come adrift due toinferior installation. The main structuralbulkheads of the Dana 24 are bonded tothe hull and thru-bolted to the interiormodule. They are also bonded to theunderside of the deck.Electrical and mechanical installationson the Dana 24 are also first class. Thelayout of the engine compartment is orderly, clean and has excellent access.Below the engine is a molded fiberglassdrip pan to keep fuel and oil spill out ofthe bilge. The fuel and water tanks canbe easily removed from the boat forinspection or repair.All thru-hull fittings are solid bronze,and those below the waterline have U.L.approved marine sea-cocks which arebedded in polyurethane; no gate valveproblems here. The heavy duty hosesare secured with two stainless steel hoseclamps at each connection. to the Sea of Cortez, Dana's transportabil- ity opens up distant cruising grounds to sailors who enjoy variety. Note: Triple axle marine trailer strongly recommended

Al and Sandy Lehman have cruisedWINDSHIFT (Dana #2) from Tampa throughthe Bahamas and up the Eastern Coast to Maine, logging over 2,500 miles in 10 months.

A TRUE POCKET CRUISER

' 'We find the 24 to be very comfortable for the

The Dana 24 has taken her rightfulplace in the Pacific Seacraft family of finecruising yachts. She reflects the qualityof craftsmanship and dedication toperfection that set Pacific Seacraft yachtsapart from the rest.And now the Dana is ready to take herrightful place in the world of cruising asthe finest yacht available in her sizerange. She is fast and responsive, a joy tohandle in all conditions, and with the mostcomfortable interior imaginable. Herplace is with you, cruising or weekending,single-handing or with your family, she'sperfection in just the right size.

two of us, and it is easy for us to handle. It's the best thought out interior we 've ever seen; can't think of a single way to improve it."
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