Peterson Cutters

FOR OWNERS AND ADMIRERS OF THE PETERSON CUTTERS:

KELLY-PETERSON 44

KELLY-PETERSON 46

FORMOSA 46

This web site is primarily maintained as a source of information, stories, and photos by and for owner's of the Peterson 44/ 46 cruising cutters, including Kelly-Peterson 44, Formosa 46, and Kelly-Peterson 46, and all their variants. But all are welcome to join, whether you own a boat or not.  

 

Peterson Cutter Resources Navigation Guide

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Boat Improvements - Refit information, door latches, scuba tank holders and other boat improvement projects.
Boats For Sale - Peterson Cutter Boats for Sale.
Data Tables and Data Sheets - Conversion tables, stainless steel wire data, adhesive specifications and other technical references.
Deck and Standing Rigging - Information on chainplates, forestay reinforcement, mast pulpits, tang replacements and other deck/rigging components.
Electrics - Comprehensive electrical systems information including wiring diagrams, grounding systems, wire sizing, and more.
Electronics - Communication equipment, navigation electronics, and other onboard systems.
Engines and Drivetrain - Engine manuals, repower information, maintenance guides, and technical documentation for various engine models.
Fuel Tanks - Fuel tank design, installation, testing, and replacement information.
Galley - Galley modifications, refrigeration projects, stove service information, and more.
Ground Tackle - Resources for anchoring systems, anchor chain sizing, and calculating holding power.
Peterson Cutter Links - Useful external resources and websites for Peterson Cutter owners.
Hull and Fittings - Hull seam repair, seacock maintenance, tabbing bulkheads, and other hull-related information.
Lightning and Lightning Protection - Comprehensive resources on lightning protection systems for boats.
Lists and Links - Notes from Peterson Cutter owners and other compiled resources.
Mechanical: Props and Shafts - Information on cutless bearings and other propulsion system components.
Navigation - Navigation light requirements and other navigation-related information.
Rudder Problems and Repairs - Comprehensive guides to rudder repair, rebuilding, and maintenance.
Running Rigging - Sheet loadings, line specifications, reefing systems, and other running rigging resources.
Sailing Directions and Pilots - Cruising guides and sailing directions for various regions.
Sails, Methods, Techniques and Sailing Systems - Sail plans, sail trim strategies, polar diagrams, and sailing techniques.
Specifications, History, Plans and Diagrams - Original sales brochures, specifications, boat reviews, and historical information.
Steering Systems, Windvanes, Autopilots - Information on steering systems, windvane installations, and autopilot options.
Tips and Techniques - General boating tips and techniques from experienced Peterson Cutter owners.
Water Tanks and Watermakers - Water tank replacement information and watermaker resources.

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Peterson Cutter Discussion Group


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