[C38] Spreader Problem / Sail Re Cut

[Max Soto]

I do remember hearing that the spreaders on a C38 should be just 1 or 3 degrees up... Alm

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On May 15, 2012, at 17:36, "tdtron at earthlink.net" <tdtron at earthlink.net> wrote:

> I think we are saying the same thing but here is my description on setting
> the spreader angles.
> 
> I adjust my spreaders so the shroud angles are the same above and below the
> tip of the spreader. This makes any lateral force on the spreaders to be
> directly toward the spreader base with no force bias to either lift or drop
> the spreaders. 
> 
> I put small stainless hose clamps on the shrouds below the spreader tips to
> help hold the spreaders at that equal angle.  With the hose clamps
> installed, I can actually stand on the spreaders near the mast and the
> spreaders still hold their angle.
> 
> Tom Troncalli
> 
> 
> 
>> [Original Message]
>> From: RICHARD KILROY <dickkilroy at comcast.net>
>> To: Catalina 38 Listserve <listserve at catalina38.org>
>> Date: 5/15/2012 5:24:38 PM
>> Subject: Re: [C38] Spreader Problem / Sail Re Cut
>> 
>> Mark: Spreaders are supposed to be @ 90% to the shrouds. I have a similar
>> problem on my 38.the lower spreaders want to point about at the waterline,
>> uppers are about right. Have chosen to ignore this
>> 
>> Dick
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Mark O'Dell" <mixedbusinesscontact at gmail.com>
>> To: "Catalina 38 Listserve" <listserve at catalina38.org>
>> Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 12:11 PM
>> 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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