[C38] Spreader Problem / Sail Re Cut

[William Knowles]

That is a great idea I used to loosen one side and push them up with  boat
poles taped together. This site rules.

Bill Flying Goose   324

On Tue, May 15, 2012 at 1:21 PM, Steve Smolinske <
SSmolinske at rainierrubber.com> wrote:

> Mark,
>
> There is a drawing on the site that  shows the distances from spreader
> tips to center line, you can tie the main halyard to one of the jib
> halyards, attach a down haul line so you  can retrieve  them, then use a
> winch to try bringing them up while under load.   Just  did it last
> week,
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:listserve-bounces at catalina38.org] On Behalf Of Mark O'Dell
> Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 9:11 AM
> To: Catalina 38 Listserve
> Subject: [C38] Spreader Problem / Sail Re Cut
>
> Hey C38ers...
>
> One for the whole group:
>
> My first row / lower spreaders are angled funny. They are both pointing
> down to the deck enough to be noticeably odd-looking. When I got the
> boat the port side spreader was angled down slightly, but the starboard
> was fine, now they both seem to have settled at a downward angle. Not
> horrible, but obviously not right.
>
> So.. how to I fix that? And, is there a standard angle at which they
> should be set?
>
> One for the Maryland guys:
>
> I need a recommendation for a loft to repair and re cut my Genoa and a
> jib. My long-time loft has basically gone out of business, and I am
> looking for a new one. I have a radial cut North Sail 150% that needs
> cleaning, repair and needs to be re cut (it's too big up top. can't
> sheet it in enough to get close angle without it resting quite tightly
> on the top spreader.)  I also have a 110% that needs a sacrificial
> furler piece sewn on.
>
> I was spoiled with my old loft... his prices were unheard of. Now I'm
> scared to shop around. Anybody out there?
>
> Thanx,
> Mark O'
> #230 Momentous
> Baltimore, MD
>
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