Topic: Stringer Construction & Repair
Hello All, new to this site.
I'm looking to acquire a Contessa 26, JJ Taylor built from 1980. The boat looks in great condition save for one rather troubling find. The rib below deck and underneath the maststep has one single and substantial looking crack in it. Does anyone know what the internal construction of these ribs are? Or know where I can find this information? I have emailed the JJ Taylor 'under construction' site, but have not heard anything back... I have included a picture of the crack. Anyone know if this is merely cometic or potentially dangerous? Right now it feels a deal breaker.
MUCH OBLIGED, JMD
PS. I've always thought ribs lined the hull, is there another name for a rib that runs along the ceiling of the cabin?