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Rugged, versatile and handsome, the Pearson 35 has held her value well over the years.

Even to those of us who had begun serious sailing in that era, 25 years ago seems like history. Finisterre , a beamy centerboarder by the standards of the time, with a yawl rig, had won a remarkable three straight biennial Bermuda Races at the end of the 1950s. In 1964 another relatively beamy centerboard yawl, a Pearson Invicta, won again. It was the beginnings of an era of shallow wide boats that not only sailed through a gaping loophole in the popular rating rule of their day but also offered interior space unavailable in the typically narrower, deeper boats that preceeded them.

Pearson 35

Thus, in the mid-1960s when Pearson Yachts sought to replace in its line the venerable but “old fashioned” Alberg 35, it chose to do so with a centerboard 35-footer. Retaining the traditional long overhangs, modest freeboard, curved sheer and moderate displacement, Pearson’s in-house designer Bill Shaw put together the Pearson 35.

The 35 was introduced in 1968 and remained in production for the next 14 years. In all, 514 P35s were built, almost all for East Coast and Great Lakes owners attracted by the 35’s shoal draft (3′ 9″ with centerboard up) and “classic” proportions. Even the popular Pearson 30, usually heralded as the enduring boat from a builder otherwise noted for its frequent introductions of new boats and short production runs, remained in production only 10 years, albeit with almost 1,200 boats built. Equally remarkable during an era when builders were quick to make regular changes to existing boats in concert with their marketing departments (and afix a “Mk” whatever to to designate changes), the 35 remained essentially unchanged. A yawl rig continued to be an option and the original dinette layout was replaced by a traditional settee layout, but otherwise the most significant changes were the variety of auxiliary engines used over the years. Thus in talking about the Pearson 35 we can talk about 14 years of production all at once.

A Close Look At The Boat

The success of the Pearson 35 was no accident. Like the Tartan 27, the Alberg 30, and its Pearson predecessors the Alberg 35, Vanguard and Triton, the P35 gave a broad spectrum of sailors the type of boat they were looking for: traditional design, contemporary styling, solid construction, and eminently livable space both in the cockpit and belowdecks. And those same qualities continue to make the Pearson 35 a highly sought after boat on the used boat market almost 25 years later.

Introduced in the midst of the how-many-does-she-sleep era and, with that, the convertible dinette fad, the 35 boasted six berths, only three or four of which promised comfort. It took a number of years but the discomfort of the dinette/double berth combination became evident and the small upper berth became shelf space. Remaining have been the good sized forward V-berths and a reasonable transom (pull-out) berth in the main cabin. In the mid-1970s a pull-out double berth replaced the dinette although it remained better as a single berth with the boat capable of sleeping a total of four without crowding.

Excessive berths notwithstanding, the 35 has a livable interior. However, note that it does not have a navigation table, the galley tends to interfere with the companionway, and the head is small by modern standards. We do not consider any of these shortcomings serious.

Although the interior is more spacious than the average boat of her era (but less so than 35-footers nowadays), perhaps the strongest appeal of the 35 is her cockpit. By any standard old or new it is big (over 9′ long), comfortable, and efficient, equally suitable for sailing or dockside entertaining, especially with wheel steering and a sloop rig to leave it uncluttered by tiller or mizzenmast. The lack of a quarterberth results in sail lockers port and starboard as well as a usable lazerette.

Below, the decor is strictly functional with a fiberglass head and hull liner and lots of Formica, a plastic enactment of the typical decor of the 1970s.

The performance of the Pearson 35 is moderately good (average PHRF base rating, about 180). Like many moderately beamy boats with full keel and low aspect sailplan, she quickly picks up a weather helm as she heels. However, the combination of adjustable centerboard and judiciously shortened sail makes that helm only inconvenient, not annoying, especially if the 35 is equipped with wheel steering. She tends to be at her worse in lighter winds, particularly when seas are sloppy, at her best on a close reach in at least moderate winds, then she feels fast, solid and seaworthy.

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Owners report no lack of confidence in the 35, either in her strength or performance, in storm conditions. However, the size of the cockpit is a serious drawback in heavy seas offshore.

The original engine in the 35 was the Universal Atomic 4, about the largest (and heaviest) boat for which that engine is suitable, with the prop in an aperture. By 1975 the Farymann diesel became an option, followed by a variety of Westerbeke and Universal diesel engines. Accessibility to the Atomic 4 was marginal; for the diesels it became next to impossible, prompting the most common owner complaint about the boat: retrofitting a diesel to replace the Atomic 4 is difficult.

The 35 would never be mistaken for a motorsailer, given her succession of modestly powered engines. It would be a shame to further saddle her mediocre light air performance with the drag of a three bladed prop to improve performance under power; backing down will always be “an adventure,” as one owner deems it, regardless of engine or prop.

The spars and rig of the 35 are workmanlike. Owners of yawls extol the opportunity to “get anywhere in anything” with jib and jigger. However, with slab reefing we’d opt for the sloop rig. Sail area is not so large that it cannot be worked even with a shorthanded crew, and “modern” conveniences such as roller jib furling and roller travelers make the task even more feasible.

As a further aid, several owners report having fitted their 35s with an inboard staysail, in effect a double head rig, but the short foretriangle base (“J”) of the 35 would seem to militate against much effectivess from that rig except in extreme conditions.

What To Look For

With the few changes in the Pearson 35 during her long production run, any basic faults with the boat were soon cured in the earliest models. There seems to have been few even of these. Indeed, the 35 is structurally a rugged vessel. As a result, buyers in the market for a 35 should concentrate on the effects of age on particular boats. Following is a sampling of the problems owners report:

– The aluminum ports, fiberglass hatches, and through deck fittings such as stanchions and chainplates are prone to leaking. So too on occasion does the hull-to-deck joint. These are largely annoying rather than serious and no more so than any boat of the vintage of the 35.

– The centerboard boat definitely has appeal, but with that appeal goes difficulties of maintenance including that of the pennant and pivot. Any survey of a prospective purchase should include a thorough inspection of the board, trunk, pivot and pennant.

Incidentally, some owners report having permanently pinned the board up (and wedging them to prevent thunking), but we’d think twice before both compromising windward performance and control of balancing the helm by such a move.

– Gelcoat crazing is a common complaint, although most owners have learned to endure the disfigurement while enjoying the rest of the 35’s aesthetic qualities. Bottom blistering seems about average for 10+ year old production boats.

– The rig is the typically rugged one that Pearson is noted for, and its problems are apt to be largely corrosion and age.

– Check the condition of the auxiliary engine with the help of a professional. The same goes for the fuel tank. Major repairs or replacement are not easy.

Conclusions

If we were looking for a Pearson 35 we would spend our time checking out those built from the mid-1970s and later but not, if price were an object, one of the last ones built. We would want one with the “standard” (not dinette) accommodation plan, a sloop rig, and a diesel engine, preferably a Westerbeke. Cosmetic abuse would not bother us particularly; the basic quality of the boat lends itself to refinishing with polyurethane outside and even extensive refurbishing inside. A number of owners report upgrading of the interior with woods, fabrics and fittings, reducing or eliminating the formidibly antiseptic fiberglass liner and “teak” faced laminate on the bulkheads.

The degree that the Pearson 35s have retained their value—and seem destined to the prospect of paying a high price for an older boat. And on this score, make no mistake; a vintage Pearson 35 in good condition has become one of the more expensive used boats of her type and original price on the market. For the kinds of use she is best suited for—coastal cruising for up to four—she is a rugged, versatile, and handsome craft for which there should continue to be a healthy market for many years to come.

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Pearsons 35 are easly crossing oceans and circumnavigating so how the bloody hell you classify this strong boat as coastal. It is offshore cruiser you imbecile. Your revue is worthless by missing solid details on the construction.

not fair or called for , to say it is capable for both would be fair description

After watching what this couple went through, not only with regard to this incident, but also others seen in their newer videos, I think I’m crossing this one off my list as a potential boat for anything other than coastal cruising. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6YCq4cz06Y https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CM9H44M-W4M&t=599s

They ran into something at sea and were holed. Can’t really blame the boat.

Ever watch Atomvoyager’s channel?

He frequently makes the entire compartment under the V berth watertight on the boats he works on.

It isn’t hard to do and it is a really good idea.

Also, anyone that ventures off shore should have materials on board to do external patches. Really not difficult to do in moderate warm seas.

After watching the next video, it seems that it was infact a failure of the hull and not an impact, although given the location, it is safe to assume that past impacts were likely a factor.

So, my question is, should we simply write off all old FG boats for offshore use?

Can this sort of thing be detected before actual failure?

The P35 (and many boats built in the early/mid-70s) had high-resin layups in the glass. On the Pearson, the main freshwater tank sits beneath the v-berth, and abuts the interior of the hull; in heavy seas, that puts a tremendous amount of force on the contact point, and leads to failures.

We’re removing the main tank, using a combination of roving and epoxy to make that compartment stronger, and replacing the tank with a flexible bladder.

Beau and Brandy are sailing offshore with their P35; the compression post support block needs to be evaluated and replaced in some circumstances, and the wooden spreaders should be refit with aluminum ones before heading out there.

We also opted to replace the toerail, which covers the deck joint.

All of this is relatively normal for a 40-60 year old boat. Structurally, she is stout, and is cited as a bluewater boat by many others. Ensuring that she is in good condition is a requirement not unique to the model.

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Pearson 35 is a 35 ′ 0 ″ / 10.7 m monohull sailboat designed by William Shaw and built by Pearson Yachts between 1968 and 1982.

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The theoretical maximum speed that a displacement hull can move efficiently through the water is determined by it's waterline length and displacement. It may be unable to reach this speed if the boat is underpowered or heavily loaded, though it may exceed this speed given enough power. Read more.

Classic hull speed formula:

Hull Speed = 1.34 x √LWL

Max Speed/Length ratio = 8.26 ÷ Displacement/Length ratio .311 Hull Speed = Max Speed/Length ratio x √LWL

Sail Area / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the power of the sails relative to the weight of the boat. The higher the number, the higher the performance, but the harder the boat will be to handle. This ratio is a "non-dimensional" value that facilitates comparisons between boats of different types and sizes. Read more.

SA/D = SA ÷ (D ÷ 64) 2/3

  • SA : Sail area in square feet, derived by adding the mainsail area to 100% of the foretriangle area (the lateral area above the deck between the mast and the forestay).
  • D : Displacement in pounds.

Ballast / Displacement Ratio

A measure of the stability of a boat's hull that suggests how well a monohull will stand up to its sails. The ballast displacement ratio indicates how much of the weight of a boat is placed for maximum stability against capsizing and is an indicator of stiffness and resistance to capsize.

Ballast / Displacement * 100

Displacement / Length Ratio

A measure of the weight of the boat relative to it's length at the waterline. The higher a boat’s D/L ratio, the more easily it will carry a load and the more comfortable its motion will be. The lower a boat's ratio is, the less power it takes to drive the boat to its nominal hull speed or beyond. Read more.

D/L = (D ÷ 2240) ÷ (0.01 x LWL)³

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds.
  • LWL: Waterline length in feet

Comfort Ratio

This ratio assess how quickly and abruptly a boat’s hull reacts to waves in a significant seaway, these being the elements of a boat’s motion most likely to cause seasickness. Read more.

Comfort ratio = D ÷ (.65 x (.7 LWL + .3 LOA) x Beam 1.33 )

  • D: Displacement of the boat in pounds
  • LOA: Length overall in feet
  • Beam: Width of boat at the widest point in feet

Capsize Screening Formula

This formula attempts to indicate whether a given boat might be too wide and light to readily right itself after being overturned in extreme conditions. Read more.

CSV = Beam ÷ ³√(D / 64)

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Pearson Yachts was founded in 1959 in Rhode Island, USA by cousins Clinton and Everett Pearson with their introduction of the first mass production fiberglass sailboat, the Triton 28. During the company’s first era, Pearson Yachts worked with the famous designers in the world to introduce indelible classics that are admired still today. Then they switched to in-house designs and produced a prolific number of winners over the years. The Pearson 35, introduced in 1968, is one of the most popular of their in-house designs with a 14 year production run and over 500 hulls molded. Featured as one of Gregg Nesto’s twenty affordable sailboats to take you anywhere, she is well regarded especially by shoal water sailors along the US Atlantic Coast for her 3′ 9″ board up draft.

Bill Shaw had taken over the design wing of Pearson Yachts and penned this 35-footer as a direct replacement for an often confused 35-foot Carl Alberg classic which was in production from 1964 until 1968. Shaw’s Pearson 35 has 7′ 6″ centerboard and 3′ 9″ full keel arrangement with connected rudder. She draws inspiration from the CCA rules of the day with her long overhangs, graceful sheer, and modest freeboard, and narrow beam by today’s standards. She is quite heavy with her 371 D/L ratio but has a respectable 15.9 SA/D ratio for light wind. At first Pearson advertise her as having racing potential, but as the IOR rules came into vogue they squarely branded her as a cruiser.

The construction is a solid fiberglass hull with a balsa cored deck to reduce weight up high. The 5,400 pounds of lead ballast is distributed in the full keel cavity while the centerboard is fiberglass laminate. Pearson used molded liners overhead and pans below to provide the interior structure and rigidity. Wood gran or off white plastic laminates fit out the interior bulkheads, ceilings, and cabinetry. Aloft is a 44′ 6″ clearance sloop or yawl rig, stepped on deck, and supported below by a weight-bearing bulkhead. Mark I interiors feature a combination dinette / double berth portside aft. Post 1975, they eliminated the the dinette in favor of a true transom berth.

Under sail her best performance is reaching though if you reef the main and jib appropriately she can to windward well. Her 10-foot beam makes tender at first. At 30 degrees she locks in, takes advantage of her CCA overhangs, and has soft motion in a seaway. She has weathered heavy storms and 20-foot seas before coming back to harbor in great shape. In chop, expect some amount of hobbyhorsing because her short waterline length.

Of particular concern on this vintage 35’s is the balsa cored deck. Balsa cored construction was in its infancy during the late 1960’s and 1970’s led by Canada’s C&C and USA’s Pearson Yachts. Pearson’s processes for glassing around deck hardware and the main mast were not in full bloom. The mast is especially a concern as a wet core could jeopardize the integrity of the supporting bulkhead. Later models in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s are known to have cosmetic blister issues due to that era’s boat pox.

Pearson Yachts ceased production of Shaw’s 35-footer in 1982 and all operations in 1991. Slightly over 500 Pearson 35’s were built.

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» Pearson 35: A popular, well-aged, shoal-draft cruiser, Twenty Affordable Sailboats To Take You Anywhere, Gregg Nesto » Pearson 35 , Boat Reviews by Jack Hornor » The Pearson 35′ Sloop, Boating Magazine, Syd Rogers, April 1968 » Pearson History , Good Old Boat, Steve Mitchell

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The Pearson 30 is a 29.79ft masthead sloop designed by William Shaw and built in fiberglass by Pearson Yachts between 1971 and 1981.

1000 units have been built..

The Pearson 30 is a moderate weight sailboat which is a reasonably good performer. It is very stable / stiff and has a good righting capability if capsized. It is best suited as a coastal cruiser. The fuel capacity is originally small. There is a very short water supply range.

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Beam 9.50 ft
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Sail area / displ. 17.40
Ballast / displ. 42.79 %
Displ. / length 237.71
Comfort ratio 24.25
Capsize 1.88
Hull type Monohull fin keel with spade rudder
Construction Fiberglass
Waterline length 25 ft
Maximum draft 5 ft
Displacement 8320 lbs
Ballast 3560 lbs
Hull speed 6.70 knots

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Rigging Masthead Sloop
Sail area (100%) 445 sq.ft
Air draft 42.25 ft
Sail area fore 247.07 sq.ft
Sail area main 198.15 sq.ft
I 39 ft
J 12.67 ft
P 33.50 ft
E 11.83 ft
Nb engines 1
Total power 0 HP
Fuel capacity 20 gals

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Water capacity 22 gals
Headroom 0 ft
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Designer William Shaw
First built 1971
Last built 1981
Number built 1000

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The Pearson 37-2 : 1988–1991

Think of the Pearson 37 as a second home on the water that also sails very well.

Welcome aboard the Pearson 37, a sailboat that represents a whole new level of comfort and cruising performance. Here is a boat that is a total delight to sail with a group of friends or with just two people, thanks to her fully-battened mainsail, self-tacking roller furling jib, and cockpit-led sail controls. But one look at the interior tells you this is not even half the story.

The Pearson 37 is one sailboat you will honestly enjoy living aboard. Plush carpeting, swivel chairs, a full island berth, bright warm colors, good lighting, and an array of modern conveniences are just a few of the features that make this boat so inviting. Think of the Pearson 37 as a second home on the water that also sails very well.

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Pearson 37-2

For many of today’s sailors traditions of the past are not important. They want the same amenities on their boats that make their cars and their homes more comfortable and fun to use. They also want quality and the same modern conveniences they’re accustomed to at home without sacrificing practicality in the form of low maintenance and overall value. Up until now only the boat segment of the marine industry has seriously addressed these requirements by incorporating in their designs the professionally decorated interiors, custom styling, comfortable seating and sleeping accommodations, modern appliances, and state-of-the-art audio and video systems. We set out to create a top-quality sailboat that encompassed these basic attributes while still retaining the ability to perform well under sail. The result is the new Pearson 37. And the execution, I’m proud to say, has exceeded expectations. Convenience, style and comfort show up virtually everywhere on the Pearson 37. The deck layout and rig are designed for cruising short-handed in a wide range of wind conditions. The roller furling Solent jib is self-tacking. The mainsail is fully battened and includes lazy jacks for easy furling. A walk-through transom and swing-down swim ladder make water access a snap. The innovative shallow draft wing keel opens up shoal and open water cruising. And Pearson’s exclusive Blister-Bloc® gelcoat below the waterline affords peace of mind against bottom blistering. The real departure is below decks where we have completely revamped the comfort factor. You will find wall-to-wall carpeting, swivel armchairs that are a joy to sit in, a settee that is more like an overstuffed couch, plus an entertainment center with a multi-speaker stereo, color TV, and video cassette player. The specifically designed hi-low table can be used for dining or cocktails. The futuristic navigation station is engineered to accommodate the latest in marine electronics. The forward stateroom features a walk-around double berth that is easy to get in and out of and can be left made-up. The spacious galley includes an electric range, microwave oven, and refrigeration. The oversized head aft features a full stall shower and an electric toilet. A 4KW generator comes standard to supply all the electricity needed when shore power is not available. Reverse cycle air conditioning can be ordered as an option. For the boating enthusiast looking for a whole new level of comfort and ease of handling in a quality sailing yacht, the Pearson 37 is the perfect choice. Here at last is a sailboat that provides all the conveniences of your everyday lifestyle in a floating second home.

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P37-2 Standard Equipment

  • External lead ballast- wing keel
  • Molded blue boot-top (double stripe)
  • Blue cove stripe
  • Fixed ports in hull
  • Blister-Bloc® gelcoat
  • Outboard turning hull/deck joint with vinyl trim
  • Two-tone beige deck with molded non-skid
  • Foredeck anchor well
  • Sail lockers port and starboard
  • Modified T-shaped cockpit with removable helmsman seat
  • Cockpit-mounted stereo speakers
  • Lexan weatherboards with teak trim
  • 34 HP fresh water cooled Yanmar diesel with tachometer, high water temp and low oil pressure alarms
  • Two-blade solid propeller on 1 ¼ " diameter bronze shaft

TANKAGE AND PLUMBING

  • FRP and plastic water tanks (three tank system)
  • Hot and cold pressure water with shower
  • Six gallon hot water heater
  • Manual diaphragm-type bilge pump (1 ½") mounted in cockpit
  • Aluminum fuel tank with cockpit fill
  • Bronze ball valves on all underwater thru-hulls
  • 25 gallon plastic holding tank with offshore discharge valve
  • Water purifier
  • Navigation lights
  • Anchor light
  • Interior lights
  • DC electrical panel with branch circuit breakers
  • 110V AC 50 amp shore power system with cord outlets (five)
  • 110V AC electrical panel with main and branch circuit breakers
  • Coaxial cable led to navigation center
  • Entertainment center with six-speaker stereo and 13" color TV and VCP
  • Conduits, messengers, and power wires for dealer-installed electronics
  • 4KW generator with sound enclosure
  • Electric bilge pump

DECK HARDWARE

  • Self-tailing mainsheet winch (Lewmar #40ST)
  • Self-tailing primary winches (Lewmar #52 ST)
  • Jibsheet winch ( Lewmar #30)
  • Double bow rail
  • Split stern rail with swim ladder
  • Double lifelines
  • Boarding gate
  • Dual bow chocks and cleats
  • Dual stern cleats
  • Midship chocks and cleats
  • Cabin-top traveller with tag lines
  • Teak toe rail with end castings
  • Plexiglas companionway hatch
  • Forward hatch –aluminum framed
  • Midship hatches- aluminum framed
  • Vent hatch in head- aluminum framed
  • Vent hatch over galley – aluminum framed
  • Fiberglass seahood
  • Five small opening ports- aluminum framed
  • Four large opening ports – aluminum framed
  • Teak handrails
  • Two fixed ports- aluminum framed
  • Solent jibsheet and roller furler winches
  • Sheet stoppers for reef lines, sheets, and halyards
  • Flagpole socket
  • Winch island coves
  • Stemhead casting with tack shackles
  • Recessed inboard genoa track with double cars
  • Hot and cold pressure deck shower

SPARS AND RIGGING

  • Double swept spreader masthead rig
  • Tapered spar
  • Internal wire rope and jib halyards led aft
  • Continuous line internal jiffy reefing led aft
  • Harken roller furling
  • Fully-battened mainsail and Solent jib
  • Self-tacking jib deck hardware
  • Jib halyard and outhaul winches
  • Vinyl headliner
  • Oak lee rails and trim
  • Vinyl-lined lockers
  • Submarine cabin doors with laminated frames
  • Shaded-all ports

FORWARD CABIN

  • Island bed with stowage under
  • Locker and shelf stowage port and starboard
  • Hanging locker Carpeted sole and hull sides
  • Carpeted sole and hull sides
  • Mirrored bulkhead panel (pivots down)
  • L-shaped dinette to port (converts to double)
  • Backrest stowage port and starboard
  • Swivel chairs to starboard with table
  • Locker stowage port and starboard
  • Entertainment center console
  • Plush carpeting throughout
  • Companionway handrails
  • Two-burner counter top electric stove
  • Microwave oven
  • Locker storage outboard
  • 7 cu. Ft. ice box with refrigeration and shelf storage
  • Enameled sink with single large bowl
  • Drawer and locker stowage

NAVIGATION CENTER

  • Chart table with hinged top and drawer storage under
  • Hinged electrical panel/electronics locker
  • Full length (15" x 48") mirror
  • Shower stall with seat, linen locker, and wet locker outboard
  • Hinged Plexiglas shower door
  • Molded vanity top with sink
  • Lockers outboard with mirrored doors
  • Head hardware
  • Optional hull colors
  • Optional interior color plans
  • Air conditioning- reverse cycle
  • Anchor windlass and bowsprit
  • Dockside water
  • Outboard genoa tracks Garbage disposal
  • Perma-pub bar
  • Salt water washdown

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