INVESTIGATOR 563

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As I have only seen my Investigator in the flesh, I am not sure whether this is a normal rudder.

A photo of said area, drying out I hope!

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My Investigator does not have a Centre board and it appears to have never had one. Were there one or two built without? I have looked closely and can not see any evidence of it being removed and covered up. I did not even think to look prior to buying, although I dont think it would have stopped me!...

Ok so I,ve started work on my recent purchase and all was going well until I found sone delamination in the bilges. Out with the dremel and I had to cut away 1/2 metre of glass, exposing the core substrate and keel Ballast. I now have to wait for this to thoroughly dry, before I reglass and fill. Th...

Thanks for the information, its certainly food for thought.

Christy was the previous owners German Shepherd, The previous owner bought the boat in 1979, so was only the second owner. I know he changed the name of the boat, so not sure how that works for me!!!

Picked her up today, She's called 'Spirit of Christy' (Not overly keen on the name but am a little superstitious)

Clean and tidy inside, but needs some cosmetic work on the outside.

Hope to start this weekend!

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Thanks for your replies,

I live in the Mandurah area, Steve, so plenty of options for getting in the water.

Picking her up on Thursday/Friday, cant wait to get started.

Hi Guys, New to the forum and to the investigator 563. Have my eyes on a Investigator which I hope to purchase imminently. She is generally in good condition, just requires some paint, TLC and the odd job here and there. Now I havn't sailed for about 20 years, but did quite a bit when I was in the R...