wheel size Pedrick 35

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bobr
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wheel size Pedrick 35

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Has anyone tried smaller wheel on this model? I believe the stock wheel is 43 inch diameter. Makes it easy to sit outboard to steer, but tough to get around to go forward, compromising one of the advantages of the T shaped cockpit. I don't race so much of my steering is done by the autopilot, or standing up behind the wheel. I would be willing to give up the advantages of the larger wheel if it will not affect the handling of the boat.

I believe I read where the Freedom 36 uses a 32 in wheel, and am wondering if anyone has experience with a smaller wheel on the 35.
Bob R.
1995 Freedom 35 (Pedrick)
"Liberty"
Old Saybrook, CT

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