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I think you are confusing Lithium polymer [Lipo] with the lithium Ion [Liion] batteries that are used in these applications. Yes Lipo's are volatile, but Liion is comparatively a very stable battery chemistry and fuel in general.

What are peoples thoughts on Cavalier 32's......Contessa 32's and similar?

They are a terrific design, but suffer from partial contact and arcing on the contacts. This is because pumps have a large draw in start up and the contacts rely on the weight of the ball bearing. Which varies a lot from verticle to fully horizontal. This design was originally filled with liquid mercury and was a flawless float switch. An electrical relay based system these days is the most reliable. Because of the problem of partial contact with mechanical systems. Unless current draw is minimal.

I have that one on my watchlist on trademe. If I were closer to purchasing it would definitely get a look now you guys have given it the thumbs up.

My question was broad. I think {?} I am looking for 32 - 38ft bluewater capable monohull. [cutter or sloop rig] I plan to live on board for a few years and learn [off a mooring]. before I bugger off for a few. Budget is semi flexable between $35 - $65k depending on size and condition. Maybe more.... I don't want a ferro [maybe i'm ignorant?] I have no problem with metal hulls at this stage [i can do the engineering thing], I have no problem with electrical systems that need attention either. Things that worry me, are the cost of Insurance, replacing rigging and sails?? How often?

Hi all. Im new to sailing, yachts and all. I have a lot of learning to do. Especially too realise my dreams. But While I am quite handy with asking google for advice and researching using the interwebs. I just keep feeling like there are holes in what I am reading or a reason why my internal questions are hard to find answers for. So I thought I would start a new topic and well ask lots of naive and daft questions lol. If anything it might answer a few for the other beginners also. Hope this is okay? Okay first up...While I am defiantly still learning about different boats