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**Author:** [@system](https://freedomyachts.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2025, 9:39am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/welcome-to-freedom-yachts-owners-forum/5 "2025-07-04T09:39:05Z")
We are so glad you joined us. Freedom Yachts Owners’ Forum a place for Freedom owners to talk about their boats Here are some things you can do to get started: :speaking\_head: Introduce yourself by adding your pictu… --- ## [Replacing engine in F30](https://freedomyachts.org/t/replacing-engine-in-f30/12693)
**Author:** [@Tricia](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Tricia)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 9:40pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/replacing-engine-in-f30/12693 "2026-10-28T21:40:13Z")
Has anyone replaced the Yanmar 2gm20f in their F30 with a Beta? Or something else? Thanks! Tricia --- ## [Yanmar 3gm30f stalled](https://freedomyachts.org/t/yanmar-3gm30f-stalled/12548)
**Author:** [@Camino](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Camino)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 7:26pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/yanmar-3gm30f-stalled/12548 "2026-10-28T19:26:50Z")
A couple weeks ago coming back from a sail i started my yanmar- fired up as usual - motored to my dock and as i entered the slip the motor died I tried to restart, engine turned over, but no start I bled the engine,… --- ## [Helping to pay for FreedomYachts.org (2026)](https://freedomyachts.org/t/helping-to-pay-for-freedomyachts-org-2026/12694)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://freedomyachts.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 3:39pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/helping-to-pay-for-freedomyachts-org-2026/12694 "2026-10-28T15:39:20Z")
EDIT: IT’S PAID FOR: NO MORE FUNDS NEEDED! Thanks to all who contributed! It’s that time of the year again when I pass around the hat to help pay for the FreedomYachts.org forum. It costs $18.20/mo to host the forum … --- ## [Selling my Freedom 21](https://freedomyachts.org/t/selling-my-freedom-21/12689)
**Author:** [@Wilfred1108](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Wilfred1108)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 3:36pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/selling-my-freedom-21/12689 "2026-10-28T15:36:20Z")
I have a twin drop keel Freedom 21 for sale here in the UK. She has new square-top sail, great condition spinnaker, stackpack sail cover and spinny sock. Custom made GRP moulded spinnaker mouth for pulpit and completel… --- ## [Viruses and site update](https://freedomyachts.org/t/viruses-and-site-update/12695)
**Author:** [@GeoffSchultz](https://freedomyachts.org/u/GeoffSchultz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 11:36am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/viruses-and-site-update/12695 "2026-10-28T11:36:04Z")
A user reported that his system was infected with a virus, and it pointed, in part, to file(s) that may have come from the Freedom forum. As a result, I scanned the forum with 2 scanners and, to be safe, completely rein… --- ## [40/40 aft head “overboard discharge” hose…](https://freedomyachts.org/t/40-40-aft-head-overboard-discharge-hose/12681)
**Author:** [@Eben](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Eben)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 12:40am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/40-40-aft-head-overboard-discharge-hose/12681 "2026-10-28T00:40:35Z")
I always use my holding tank but i just discovered that my overboard hose has a nasty kink in it which id have to think would be highly reluctant to pass any solids. Do any other 40/40 owners have this problem? Im thin… --- ## [45 CC headsail replacement](https://freedomyachts.org/t/45-cc-headsail-replacement/11879)
**Author:** [@Maxwycisk](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Maxwycisk)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 11:27am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/45-cc-headsail-replacement/11879 "2026-10-25T11:27:15Z")
Hello all. After much thought, and some sailing, i decided to replace the camber spar headsail on my new/old 45. What convinced me was an event undersail when a shackle broke and i almost got knocked overboard by the fla… --- ## [Aries self-steering on F35 cat ketch](https://freedomyachts.org/t/aries-self-steering-on-f35-cat-ketch/12692)
**Author:** [@Robotmother](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Robotmother)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 11:28pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/aries-self-steering-on-f35-cat-ketch/12692 "2026-10-24T23:28:44Z")
Has anyone got experience of mounting an Aries windvane on an F35 cat ketch? I have bought one with the Aries not attached to a specific stern mount - it looks like it may have had its control lines linked straight to bl… --- ## [Stack pack, Mack pack, Lazy Cradle sail covers](https://freedomyachts.org/t/stack-pack-mack-pack-lazy-cradle-sail-covers/12688)
**Author:** [@jlodolce](https://freedomyachts.org/u/jlodolce)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 2:40pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/stack-pack-mack-pack-lazy-cradle-sail-covers/12688 "2026-10-22T14:40:26Z")
I am having shoulder problems and having difficulty getting my Freedom 40/40 sail cover on and off and am considering switching to a Sail Pack (one of the many names these are called) made and installed by Quantum Sails.… --- ## [Inquiring about interest in co-ownership/boat share of my 1985 Freedom 32](https://freedomyachts.org/t/inquiring-about-interest-in-co-ownership-boat-share-of-my-1985-freedom-32/12588)
**Author:** [@JL1995](https://freedomyachts.org/u/JL1995)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 8:55pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/inquiring-about-interest-in-co-ownership-boat-share-of-my-1985-freedom-32/12588 "2026-10-21T20:55:37Z")
Hi everyone, I have an F32 that is currently on the dry in Preveza, Greece. This fantastic boat has been my full time home since May 2025, having completed an Atlantic crossing and an extended trip across the Med. I… --- ## [Leaks developing](https://freedomyachts.org/t/leaks-developing/12687)
**Author:** [@mjwalek](https://freedomyachts.org/u/mjwalek)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 1:06am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/leaks-developing/12687 "2026-10-21T01:06:47Z")
Had our 1993 Pedrick designed Freedom35 recently hauled at the end of the season and noticed some water in the v-berth. Had noticed minor water presence during the season in the head (toilet paper roll swollen?) and in … --- ## [Sliding Hatch cover - COVER OR LID](https://freedomyachts.org/t/sliding-hatch-cover-cover-or-lid/12651)
**Author:** [@Rob](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Rob)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 3:23am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/sliding-hatch-cover-cover-or-lid/12651 "2026-10-17T03:23:29Z")
Tillotson owners; I opened up the inside of the “lid” for the sliding hatch cover today and found wet wood re-enforcement. Look at the included photos. Before I cut it open I thought this would be plywood laminated to bo… --- ## [A 4-minute Gunmount Spinnaker tutorial](https://freedomyachts.org/t/a-4-minute-gunmount-spinnaker-tutorial/12676)
**Author:** [@newt2u](https://freedomyachts.org/u/newt2u)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 7:29pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/a-4-minute-gunmount-spinnaker-tutorial/12676 "2026-10-16T19:29:08Z")
I thought this may be of interest. --- ## [corrosion of aluminum toe rail](https://freedomyachts.org/t/corrosion-of-aluminum-toe-rail/7605)
**Author:** [@SVBAGATELLE](https://freedomyachts.org/u/SVBAGATELLE)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 4:47pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/corrosion-of-aluminum-toe-rail/7605 "2026-10-16T16:47:58Z")
I have several places where the bolts that attach the stanchions to the toe rail have corroded the aluminum. I do not want to replace the toe rail. Are there any fixes that would prolong the life of it? Has anyone remove… --- ## [Gooseneck fitting on boom shattered on tame jibe](https://freedomyachts.org/t/gooseneck-fitting-on-boom-shattered-on-tame-jibe/12682)
**Author:** [@CaptainKirk](https://freedomyachts.org/u/CaptainKirk)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2026, 6:39pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/gooseneck-fitting-on-boom-shattered-on-tame-jibe/12682 "2026-10-11T18:39:43Z")
Anybody got an old gooseneck fitting, or know how to repair or replace this one? --- ## [Our freedom 30, vannen is for sale. fully restored-everything works](https://freedomyachts.org/t/our-freedom-30-vannen-is-for-sale-fully-restored-everything-works/12523)
**Author:** [@normt](https://freedomyachts.org/u/normt)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2026, 3:16pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/our-freedom-30-vannen-is-for-sale-fully-restored-everything-works/12523 "2026-10-09T15:16:14Z")
Our Freedom 30, “Vannen” is for sale $35.000. Fully restored and ready to cruise. Everything works. Located in Bristol RI. 1. Midnight Blue Awlgrip. Faircloth “to the waterline” winter cover. Sails are crisp i… --- ## [8" mast and 9" collar + floorboards](https://freedomyachts.org/t/8-mast-and-9-collar-floorboards/12678)
**Author:** [@Independence](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Independence)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 4:14pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/8-mast-and-9-collar-floorboards/12678 "2026-10-08T16:14:37Z")
Hey all, I have a new-to-me F29 which has an 8" diameter mast (at the deck, of course) … and/but the ID of the collar is 9". What?! Why?! Rigrite sells a 8.125" ID collar, so I am perplexed. Has anyone else seen this? I… --- ## [Freedom 30 jib/spinnaker exit box](https://freedomyachts.org/t/freedom-30-jib-spinnaker-exit-box/12673)
**Author:** [@boatimp1](https://freedomyachts.org/u/boatimp1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2026, 1:33am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/freedom-30-jib-spinnaker-exit-box/12673 "2026-10-07T01:33:27Z")
Hello all, New Freedom 30 owner out in the PNW. I’m having an issue with my jib halyard, it doesn’t really want to go up or come down without more effort than it should take. I haven’t had a chance to get anyone aloft t… --- ## [Rudder lubrication fitting?](https://freedomyachts.org/t/rudder-lubrication-fitting/12468)
**Author:** [@wolfk4376](https://freedomyachts.org/u/wolfk4376)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 7:54pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/rudder-lubrication-fitting/12468 "2026-10-06T19:54:04Z")
--- ## [F21 mast and boom available](https://freedomyachts.org/t/f21-mast-and-boom-available/12669)
**Author:** [@f21joy](https://freedomyachts.org/u/f21joy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 2:36pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/f21-mast-and-boom-available/12669 "2026-10-06T14:36:34Z")
Hello all, I have a freedom 21 mast and boom available. The mast has the horizontal cracks and the lower two rivets in the mainsail track are loose but it is complete with all fittings and has newish halyards. I can p… --- ## [Companionway hatch cover rebuild](https://freedomyachts.org/t/companionway-hatch-cover-rebuild/9403)
**Author:** [@walterg](https://freedomyachts.org/u/walterg)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 10:05pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/companionway-hatch-cover-rebuild/9403 "2026-10-03T22:05:17Z")
The cover over the sliding companionway hatch on my 1987 Mull 28 sloop had become soft and punky to the point where I avoided stepping on it, so its remediation was added it to my winter project list. After removing the… --- ## [Rudder freedom 40](https://freedomyachts.org/t/rudder-freedom-40/12671)
**Author:** [@anna.please](https://freedomyachts.org/u/anna.please)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 9:16am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/rudder-freedom-40/12671 "2026-10-02T09:16:58Z")
Hi everyone! I’d like to get your thoughts on our rudder. When we bought the boat, the rudder had quite a few blisters, just like the rest of the hull. We repaired everything below the waterline properly: opened every b… --- ## [Is the Gun Mount Freedom Spinnaker Pole race legal?](https://freedomyachts.org/t/is-the-gun-mount-freedom-spinnaker-pole-race-legal/12281)
**Author:** [@Pearce](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Pearce)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 8:48pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/is-the-gun-mount-freedom-spinnaker-pole-race-legal/12281 "2026-10-01T20:48:22Z")
Does the original Freedom Spinnaker setup comply with the Racing Rules of Sailing 55.2 and 55.3 ? This question is probably hypothetical since few Freedoms still have the original gun mount spinnaker setup and race with… --- ## [Rain water collection for extended cruising](https://freedomyachts.org/t/rain-water-collection-for-extended-cruising/12672)
**Author:** [@Eben](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Eben)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 8:36pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/rain-water-collection-for-extended-cruising/12672 "2026-10-01T20:36:58Z")
I dont know if anyone has done this and also dont know how many freedom models have deck drains that enter through the deck and exit at the waterline, but the 40/40 has this feature. It is ideal for rainwater collection… --- ## [1990 F30 Jib Camberspar Connection to forestay](https://freedomyachts.org/t/1990-f30-jib-camberspar-connection-to-forestay/12662)
**Author:** [@pbomb](https://freedomyachts.org/u/pbomb)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2026, 4:02pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/1990-f30-jib-camberspar-connection-to-forestay/12662 "2026-09-30T16:02:26Z")
Hey all, does anyone have a photo of their camberspar attachment to the forestay? The previous owner has misplaced this hardware, and I’m not sure what it looks like. My boat is an F30. --- ## [Things to look for on a survey - freedom 40/40](https://freedomyachts.org/t/things-to-look-for-on-a-survey-freedom-40-40/12098)
**Author:** [@Eben](https://freedomyachts.org/u/Eben)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2026, 2:52pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/things-to-look-for-on-a-survey-freedom-40-40/12098 "2026-09-30T14:52:30Z")
First post here and potential new freedom owner. I found a 40/40 for sale and the survey is tomorrow. This question is for the 40/40 owners. Are there any chronic problems that I should be aware of? I know the mast s… --- ## [Alternator temp sensor DIY](https://freedomyachts.org/t/alternator-temp-sensor-diy/12660)
**Author:** [@mike\_cunningham](https://freedomyachts.org/u/mike_cunningham)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2026, 1:22am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/alternator-temp-sensor-diy/12660 "2026-09-29T01:22:10Z")
Got tired of replacing balmar alternator temp sensors at $50 a pop. Mine fail every year or two. Built 5 of them myself for about $50. Put deutsch connectors in them so they are a 5 minute change out with original cable … --- ## [Transition to LFP house bank](https://freedomyachts.org/t/transition-to-lfp-house-bank/11791)
**Author:** [@mike\_cunningham](https://freedomyachts.org/u/mike_cunningham)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2026, 1:12am UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/transition-to-lfp-house-bank/11791 "2026-09-29T01:12:08Z")
I did a 40 nm engine mount checkout voyage which went really well in terms of mounts and exhaust plumbing. However, I did experience a broken alternator bracket which was completely unrelated to the mounts and easily fix… --- ## [Replacing the fixed skylight on a 1999 F35](https://freedomyachts.org/t/replacing-the-fixed-skylight-on-a-1999-f35/12654)
**Author:** [@sjosberger](https://freedomyachts.org/u/sjosberger)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2026, 9:15pm UTC](https://freedomyachts.org/t/replacing-the-fixed-skylight-on-a-1999-f35/12654 "2026-09-28T21:15:48Z")
Hi All, We are in the process of buying a F35 that has a cracked Portside Fixed skylight. Does anyone have any advice on finding a replacement? Is it a glass shop custom laminated glass replacement job? Is a Polycarbon… [Next page](https://freedomyachts.org/latest.md?page=1)