The Q24 Fleet

Q24 Page 4

There are many beautiful Q24s sailing about, so it’s only right and proper that we have a page devoted to them.  So here we are!   If you own a 24, you’re welcome to post.  I’m happy to add pictures, too.  To post a new comment, you’ll have to scroll to the very bottom of this page- all the way down.  I’ve managed to change the formatting to display just the newest comments first, so scrolling down is no longer so tedious.  All of the older comments are still here though.  Just follow the link at the bottom of this page.

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    1. Hello – I have a Quickstep 24 which developed a crack near the bottom of the mast over last winter. We haven’t sailed it this summer because we are concerned about the crack expanding. I contact Dwyer about having a new mast built. On an earlier thread, someone commented that we would need to use the DM 500 extrusion for the mast. Can anyone confirm? Also, any suggestions on how best and who could repair the crack in the mast? The boat is in Newport, RI. Thanks.

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    1. Trailers abound but they’re just sitting on peoples property kind of forgotten. Dropping 8k on a Triad is crazy. Get your boat hauled for winter and monitor Craigslist and FB. They turn up frequently. You don’t need a double axle trailer though that’s ideal. A 6k lb. single axle will do it if all else is equal. Also advertise on CL under trailers and wanted section keeping your post at the top. People need money around now till Christmas. Here’s a one from CL. Guys a price dreamer but for half price or less and a few mods at a trailer shop it could work. CD 25 has similar under body. Make sure any used trailer you buy has proper paperwork, being a title or transferable registration. Check with your state MVS for info. Don’t assume anything. If I spot A good one I’ll post again.

      https://providence.craigslist.org/boa/d/westerly-sailboat-trailer-for-sale/7779213676.html

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  3. Is this site still active ?

    I’m looking at a quickstep now

    what are the common problems with them?!

    thanks

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    1. We have a small Facebook group now so they we can post pictures. A Buyer’s Guide is a good idea!

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  5. I have for sale a 1987 Quickstep 24 on a solid tandem wheeled trailer with a 2012 Yamaha T9.9 outboard motor with low usage, all in good condition. The Q24 comes with 3 mainsails, two genoas, jib, two storm jibs and a spinnaker. The boat and trailer are currently stored at Point Bay Marina on Lake Champlain. Asking $12,500 for boat and trailer.

    Contact me at bgallupvt@gmail.com for more information and photos of the Q24 and trailer.

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  7. I’m seeking a source for 4 replacement sheaves for my masthead. I believe the mast is c. 1980. The current white acetal(?) sheaves measure diameter 2.14″ (54.5mm), width .55″ (13.9mm) and bore .38″ (9.6 mm). there’s just a bit of leeway for sizing. I’ve been through Ronstan, Schaefer and Allen catalogues with no luck so far. Thanks for any leads, fair or otherwise.

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    1. John the masts and associated fittings were sourced from Dyer Mast & Rigging. Quickstep 24’s use their DM500 mast section. They’re still doing business but appear to have been sold as the website is different indicating a sale. It was not responding well for me as I write. They always had every part for the mast. The spar (DM500)/spreaders/masthead/lights/mast base with or without hinge/ sheaves too as I recall. All original equipment. Let me know how you fare.

      Dwyermast.com
      203.484.0419

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    2. John, you could also easily make your own sheaves. Buy Delrin rod on Ebay. Several sellers available for 2″ or 2 1/8″ stock.
      Slice off cookies of desired width with a band saw or even a mitre box and a steady hand . Draw an X on the end and drill the center hole of correct size. Cookie with a hole in the middle now.
      Place a good fitting bolt into the hole and nut it on.
      Put the bolt in an electric drill. Secure your drill..vice, clamp, knees even.
      Wrap sandpaper around a 1/2″ dowel and spin the drill up and use the sandpaper to cut the desired groove into the circumference of the cookie.
      Delrin cuts nicely.
      Maybe a half hour?

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  8. Hello all! I am looking into buying a new motor as my current one is dated (1989) and having more and more issues. Looking online an 8hp is recommended for the weight but the new 8hp motors does not fit without having to make modifications. I was wondering if a 6HP would be adequate enough for ocean sailing and if anyone has had this experience? Thank you!

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      1. Have always used 8HP Yamaha on my Quickstep. Although I seldom need full throttle, a trip through Woods Hole will make you appreciate the additional push over the 6HP.

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        1. After I sold my Quickstep, new owner used a 9.9 Tohatsu. Have to admit it was quieter and smoother(twin) but caused the stern to “squat” with extra weight. As I sailed on and off a mooring so seldom needed the extra power, I liked the 6 as it had ample power and allowed the boat to sit on her lines.

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        2. Did you cut a piece off of your rudder to fit the 8hp motor? I’m concerned about traveling through woods hole also and would like to make an 8hp fit but they seem to be much larger than the old two stroke motors.

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          1. Did not require any alteration to accommodate the 8HP. A simple adjustment of the pitch when mounting on the transom will keep the leg from touching rudder. As noted in an another post, added weight is the only real negative but I don’t honestly find it to be an issue – except when pulling engine from well to clean accumulated marine growth.

        3. Do you use a 20” or 15” shaft? Looking at it I could see the 15” fitting but I was worried it may be too short in certain conditions

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        2. There was a boat for sale with Triad trailer and outboard in Vermont last season. He was asking $14,500. Not sure if it sold.

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          1. Hi there, if still for sale may I please have as much info as possible that can be sent via email?

            Many thanks,

            Mike Casey

          2. Hi Mike

            Vessel:                  Quickstep 24

            Name;                   Jo

            Built:                       1989

            Power:                   Tohatsu 9.8

            Trailer:                   2017 Triad two axle

            Equipment:

            New:                       Doyle Stack Pack

                                                Harken Furler

                                                iCOM VHS

            Existing:               Fairclough Winter Cover

                                                Storm jib

                                                Garmin GPS

            Upgrades:          ½” aluminum cockpit transom

                                                Self-designed mast raising system

                                                Wiring

                                                                  New Cabinet

                                                                  Blue Seas switches

                                                                  New lights and wiring on the mast

                                                                  New battery cables

            Needs:                  Complete wiring upgrade

                                                Bottom paint                                     Brightwork refinish     

            Please email me LLLJRMD@aol.com for pictures

            Lee

    2. Don’t have one for sale, and don’t know how much experience you have had with one, but I have one in Annapolis if you want to check one out “in the flesh”. Have only had since June. Nice sail today, by the way!

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