Alajuela 38 Cutter

The Yanmar engine installed new in 2002 was pulled in 2013 to install a generator. While the engine was out it was rebuilt (although it didn't need it) with new injectors, rings, bearings, front and rear main seals, water pump and all hoses. Engine hours at rebuild were 1900 now at 3100. New Aquagen generator/600 GPD water maker. Generator motor is Kubota with a 250 amp alternator. 3 solar panels approx. 8 amp., 2 inverters one is 1500 watt the other is 400 watt. 4 Batteries new 2023 250AH Fullriver AGM (The tall blue ones)

Fuel consumption is .7 gallons per hour at 2700 RPM.

Cutter rigged Unknown Aluminium spars () with stainless steel standing rigging (2013)

Seller reports the following; In 2013 the boat had the mast removed with all hardware replaced or in the case of the winches cleaned and serviced. The rig was completely refit with new 3/8" Diameter SS By Bryon Toss in Port Townsend. All new standing rigging, custom built chain plates along with 90% of the running rigging. Cable size 3/8 inch with heavier Bobstay. The ProFurl furlers were rebuilt by a Brian Toss contractor in San Diego. Both the stays'l and the Jib are FX Offshore Yankee Cut 2013. The main is new in 2016 also FX with three reefs. Since the refit the boat has been in Mexico, Hawaii and BC. In 2021 all the rigging was examined and lubed where appropriate.

Due to the fact this boat has spent much of the last 20 years at sea there is an extensive supply of spare parts too long to list. There is also a complete set of dive gear with tank new in 2016, other components older. 50 feet of hose with regulator, full vest & regulator for free dive, weight belts, etc. and a dry suit in moderate condition.

12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 4 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power, generator 3 solar panels produce 16 amps through solar controller

Heavy GRP layup built in 1976 by Alajuela Yacht Corp in California. This particular yacht was commissioned in 1977. 72 of these William Atkin / Colin Archer designed boats were built from 1977 through 1985.

Long full keel, heavy barn door style rudder and well protected propeller.

This boat’s gel coat has been painted with Awl Grip (both hull and deck) while touring Central America. Most of the exterior wood structural parts (bulwarks, winch bases, rudder cap) have been replaced with Honduran Mahogany. The samson post has been replaced with stainless steel. Much of the structure of the bow sprit has been rebuilt as well. The teak cap rail on the shear was re-installed and left natural. Cockpit teak is in good condition.

The fuel tanks are split with the main being 68 G and a 15 G day tank that feeds the diesel heat or can be directed towards the main engine. Nice compliment on an offshore boat.

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Upon entering through the companionway and down four steps to the parquet-floored interior of this boat the size of this Alajuela will be appreciated. There is lots of headroom. The galley is to starboard -- it’s modest but has everything you need: Alder-Barber refer, 2016 gimbaled Dickinson "Caribbean" 2 burner stove with oven and broiler, a big single basin sink and plenty of counter space. The full size nav table is to port and offers additional counter space while not underway. Two settees, one on either side, make up the salon with a decent sized pilot berth to port now being used as storage. The salon table folds out of the way. The headliner is clean and bright, with opening bronze portlights lining the cabin truck and an opening Lewmar hatch. Forward is an entry to a good sized master cabin with head that has its own door, a hanging locker, dressing seat, vanity and a large queen size berth with inner spring mattress. A large Lewmar hatch brings in light and air. Dickenson "Alaskan" cabin heat (2011) with 15 gallon diesel gravity feed fuel tank. Salon seating is bright, re-upholstered with Sunbrella material. S/S Galley sink new in 2023 with telescoping foot pump spigots.

All 8 portholes removed, cleaned and re-bedded using Butyl rubber 2023. All portholes open along with 2 deck hatches plus 2 DC fans in the salon and 2 in the forward cabin for ventilation. 90% of all lighting is LED. New teak grating in head, new shower sump and pump.

2 burner gas cooker/stove