[CharlieB]

Hi Jamie.  I had that trouble when I owned 3430, but I wasn’t sure, and I’m still not sure, how much of the problem was my inability to keep her flat.  It has taken me long practice to begin to keep the heel constant in heavy air, and helm has decreased over time.
I also suspect that the centerboard on that boat is not shaped correctly.  I learned recently (before I sold the boat to you) that some Scots from that era had bad centerboards.  I’m not sure how that would affect helm but it probably could.  I know I’m pointing much higher in 5971 than I ever did in 3430.  Maybe try borrowing someone’s centerboard and see if there’s a difference.
Don’t try to fix it with forward rake.  I tried every combination without success.

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