The Sabre 27 Forum was an incredibly useful resource for members and enthusiasts alike. Unfortunately due to relentless hackers constantly compromising the system, it had to be taken down in 2025. We have since collated all of the discussions and images into this searchable archive. Whilst new posts can’t be added, all of the useful discussions remain. Live discussion can be found on the Sabre 27 Facebook page.
Explore discussions from the former Sabre 27 Owners Association forum. This is a read-only archive; historic advice, contact details and external links may be out of date.
NPMR United Kingdom 59 Posts Posted - 01/05/2015 : 09:11:28 I have hopefully (but not gladly) finally sold "HUZZAH" subject to money transfer. The surveyor has recommended that the keel bolts be examined as the boat is of that age (1971) which the buyer is goi
johnle United Kingdom 33 Posts Posted - 15/04/2015 : 10:19:45 We have decided to fit an electric anchor winch to Pelagos. Has anyone done this recently and if so have they any recommendations or advice on type or size, we have 8mm chain and a 25lb CQR. Thank y
Iain C United Kingdom 181 Posts Posted - 08/02/2012 : 14:59:28 OK, stupid question, is this a "standard" Sabre item or does it depend entirely on the engine installation? Mine seems to sit in a pokey-out housing with a bolt vertically above and below the shaft
LupeLele Canada 7 Posts Posted - 28/10/2014 : 00:51:17 I believe our Yanmar YSE12 uses raw sea water to cool the engine. I have heard the salt water will greatly diminish the useful life of the engine. (The first 40 years the engine has been running only in fr
seasidebob United Kingdom 22 Posts Posted - 09/03/2015 : 11:14:14 Hi. The gas inspection required by the insurers has come up with the suggestion of moving the gas bottle(s) to the end of the cockpit under what is on my boat a slatted seat. I've seen the photo
Minerva United Kingdom 27 Posts Posted - 11/02/2015 : 11:19:30 Hi all. The time has come to favor a windvane over the power hungry autohelm. If anyone has a windvane and can share their model and howit performs I would be very appreciative. Also if your sabre
seasidebob United Kingdom 22 Posts Posted - 06/02/2015 : 13:57:00 Hi. Apologies if I have missed this topic in the handbook but what is the accepted wisdom on rigging tension? My last boat was a Hurley 22, a model that has a tendency to mast compression, and t
Bobster United Kingdom 16 Posts Posted - 30/01/2015 : 16:08:39 Hi,can anybody help. I'm trying to find a supplier in the UK of Vertglas restorer kits? I emailed Marine Services in the States but they don't have an outlet in the UK. It's a brilliant kit which l
seasidebob United Kingdom 22 Posts Posted - 09/01/2015 : 00:57:40 Hi. I'm looking at a couple of Sabre 27 bilge keelers and would like to get a very rough idea of the cost of a new mainsail and genoa - I know there where lots of different sizes but any ballpar
kcalco United Kingdom 58 Posts Posted - 25/12/2014 : 21:29:34 Spinnaker flying I have always used sheets and Barbarhaulers (tweekers for our American friends) but this year i'm going to try seperate sheets and guys (easyer to gibe in more wind). To dip or not
seasidebob United Kingdom 22 Posts Posted - 16/01/2015 : 00:02:46 Hi. Another quick question in boat quest: can anyone recommend a surveyor - preferably familiar with Sabre 27s - operating on the East Coast, Essex/Suffolk area? Many thanks Bob Tony 56 Posts Po
Zhill Saint Croix 4 Posts Posted - 14/01/2015 : 19:09:32 Hello, I am new to this forum (actually to forums in general.) I am wondering if someone could give me a fairly accurate measurement of the distance from keel to keel (outside edges) for purposes of trai
johnle United Kingdom 33 Posts Posted - 27/11/2014 : 10:52:00 I will have a new cockpit enclosure made this coming spring, have any sabre27 owners with one of these any comments on what to incorporate in the design or avoid. The cover will zip onto the existin
kcalco United Kingdom 58 Posts Posted - 21/10/2014 : 16:53:00 Hi I have to replace my VHF radio antenna and cabling, can i get away with one of these tuned areals on the back of my boat like Metz or is it a case of getting one fitted at the mast head? A second
Mikenfi United Kingdom 40 Posts Posted - 26/09/2014 : 17:53:29 Hello all, Fi and i were lucky enough to strike a deal with Nick BD (who I am sure you all know) to buy Hyjanorra. This has allowed us to live our dream of sailing off into the sunset. Well almost.
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