Columbia Coronado 25 Owenrs Manual page 4

INTRODUCTION
This Builders Instruction Manual has been prepared by experts with a great
deal of knowledge and experience in the field of fiber glass boat building.
This knowledge and experience is represented in the pages you are about to
read.
The manual has been broken down into six separate sections:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Section 5 covers the installation and assembly of your Sailcrafter Yacht. You
will be referring to this section continuously. Sections 2 and 3 deal with the
jargon, processes, and procedures used in the fiber glass sailboat
construction. These sections should be read first, as they will help you to
understand what is being said in the Installation Section.
Section 4 deals with blueprints, drawings, and data concerning the
assembling of your Sailcrafter Yacht. This section will be used in
conjunction with Section 5.
The language used in the Manual has been simplified for your understanding.
Many terms have been defined and explained as they are used every day in
fiberglass sailboat fabricating plants. It is recommended that you read
through the entire manual to become completely familiar with all the terms,
processes, and techniques before starting assembly of your yacht.
If, during the construction of your yacht, you need advice or information you
may contact the Engineering Department by writing Sailcrafter Yacht Kits, 275
McCormick Avenue, Costa Mesa, California 92626, attention Chief Engineer. You
will receive a prompt reply.
General
Techniques
Bill of Material - Defined & Explained
Blueprints and Drawings
Installation of Component Kits
Fiberglass Repair
SECTION I