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I switched from a 2 blade prop to a three blade Kiwi prop with a diam of 16.5 inches and a 22 deg pitch. It looks small but does a great job in forward and reverse. Kiwi will size it for you if you give them the boat details.

Thank you for the advice. I am going with the Garhauer RV20 with a custom collar for the mast. Total cost $695 incl collar and shipping.

I am installing a rigid boom vang on my F38. Any recommendations on type and any special installation issues ( bolt vs rivet, backing plate for mast, etc ) ?

Good idea. Thank you. Mast is coming out this winter so I will get a chance to do that.

You don't have to remove the tank if it is just the element. My element just went (leaked around the seal) for the second time.

Has anyone installed a new Yanmar in their F38? Interested in engine cost plus install costs. Is this a better investment than a rebuild ( resale value, peace of mind, etc.) I would like to get engine concerns off my boat agenda and focus on sailing!

I am getting heavy white smoke on start up. Once running it goes away. I have no problems starting the engine. I had a mechanic replace the head gasket and clean the injectors. I replaced the elbow and installed a new lift pump. Any thoughts?

That is definitely worth noting. Not something that I would have connected.
Thank you for posting.

Thank you both. Leaning towards a rigid vang, it also has the benefit of stopping the annoying chafing of the main by the topping lift.

I guess an alternative to topping lift is a solid vang. Is a solid vang without a topping lift secure on an F38? This would avoid my need to replace the masthead.