Alex-Chch 2 Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 Hi to all I recently purchased a Young 8.4 and I’m trying to find the specs for the yacht. Found plenty about Y88’s but not Y8.4’s does anyone know where I may find them, as internet search’s so far have drawn a blank many thanks Alex Quote Link to post Share on other sites
raz88 96 Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 Googling for young rocket 8.4 rather than just young 8.4 will find you a bunch more info. I think I remember a thread on here, and a similar one on sailing anarchy with various history on these and the other young rockets. You may find some of the specs by trawling through those? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
marinheiro 352 Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 9 hours ago, Alex-Chch said: Hi to all I recently purchased a Young 8.4 and I’m trying to find the specs for the yacht. Found plenty about Y88’s but not Y8.4’s does anyone know where I may find them, as internet search’s so far have drawn a blank many thanks Alex Try Roger Hill, he has access to all Jim's designs https://www.powercatsnz.com/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ex Machina 365 Posted July 14, 2021 Share Posted July 14, 2021 Is it a galaxy or a rocket ? If it’s the galaxy PM me and I can put you in touch with one of the builders Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alex-Chch 2 Posted July 14, 2021 Author Share Posted July 14, 2021 Thank you for the info on where to look. found in the forums that my one “Public Image” isn’t a true Y8.4 but an extended Y8, which explains why the bow shape is different. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marshy 30 Posted August 24, 2021 Share Posted August 24, 2021 Was built by Phizzle (Phil from UK Sail Makers in Whangarei) He has some good stories for that boat too! Give him a call and have a yarn with him while he is locked down! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
skiff12 6 Posted August 30, 2021 Share Posted August 30, 2021 On 24/08/2021 at 9:47 PM, Marshy said: Was built by Phizzle (Phil from UK Sail Makers in Whangarei) He has some good stories for that boat too! Give him a call and have a yarn with him while he is locked down! Phizzle and Bill Barry Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alex-Chch 2 Posted August 30, 2021 Author Share Posted August 30, 2021 Thanks everyone for helping me find out more about my Yacht.It is the Young Galaxy 8.4 and we believe ( so far ) that it’s the only one that’s been Built. this one was built by Phil and Bill, and I have had contact from Phil and hopefully will get more info from him soon. I’m glad to say I’ve had the rig out and running & standing rigging has been replaced, it’s now back in and awaiting L2 so I can put her back in the water while awaiting quotes for new racing sails. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alex-Chch 2 Posted August 30, 2021 Author Share Posted August 30, 2021 Yes, have Public Image and my other yacht Junkyard Dog (Elliott 7.9 sports) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
astro 0 Posted August 30, 2021 Share Posted August 30, 2021 Hi I worked with the guy who purchased it in about 1989/90. He had it out of the water for quite a while and had a boatbuilder (don't know who) install the current interior and do some strengtheing work as he was more cruising oriented than racing but wanted something roomy and quick. He didn't sail it much. His marriage split up and he passed away maybe 20 plus years ago at a pretty young age. Not sure whether he sold it or the executor of his estate. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
funlovincriminal 162 Posted August 30, 2021 Share Posted August 30, 2021 I remember Ogling it at Tauranga marina years ago when it was a metallic copper colour. Thought it was a bit of me, think that was before I got my SR so must have been about 2003/4? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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