Moody 35 Moody 35 - 2 questions

[Tim Matcham]

Hi all
I’m considering buying a Moody 35

I have two questions

1. Any known problems I should look out for on these boats?

2 How well does she go to windward?

Interested in hearing from anyone with Moody 35 experience.

Many thanks Tim

 

[Toni Yazbeck]

Hello Tim,
apart from the regular recommended checks that re usually checked , make sure to check:

• The chainplates (most likely the previous owner have opened access in the woodwork) if not you have to rely on stainless steel outside and their current state
• Engine: rule out any engine leaks (exhaust mixer, exhaust elbow, propeller shaft) and if she still under her original engine make sure to run a pressure test and a monitor temperature upon running for ±30 min

as for windward performance it all depends on your expectations and previous experience. personally i had that as a concern when i got mine (bilge keel) and feel much difference. note i am cruiser and not racing

good luck and hope to see you as a member soon

 

[Tim Matcham]

Hello Tim,
apart from the regular recommended checks that re usually checked , make sure to check:

• The chainplates (most likely the previous owner have opened access in the woodwork) if not you have to rely on stainless steel outside and their current state
• Engine: rule out any engine leaks (exhaust mixer, exhaust elbow, propeller shaft) and if she still under her original engine make sure to run a pressure test and a monitor temperature upon running for ±30 min

as for windward performance it all depends on your expectations and previous experience. personally i had that as a concern when i got mine (bilge keel) and feel much difference. note i am cruiser and not racing

good luck and hope to see you as a member soon

Thanks Toni, great advice, much appreciated. I’ll probably go for a fin keel as although I’ll be mostly cruising I’m used to racing and like to be able to sail as close as possible.