[Rhodes22-list] motor mount failure

[Just bent]

I checked the archives, couldn't find this exact problem. The bottom screw
that attatches the aluminum channel is bent sideways. I don't know which
failed first. With that screw bent, the channel can spread far enough apart
to allow the plastic to come completly out. Looking at it my guess the screw
failed first. The bottom of the channel is bent. I think that is what broke
the plastic. 

I'm thinking about replacing the 2 channels with a 1 pc stainless steel
channel with thru bolts instead of sheet metal screws. I think that's the
problem.  I can attatch the pulley system the same way to the stainless
bracket. First I have to address the submerged motor.

Jb



Tootle wrote:
> 
> 
> JB:
> 
> Part failures do occur and generally not at the best time.  I do not
> recall a post mentioning a failure of this piece while sailing.  The
> picture is interesting. 
> 
> Motor mounts have been known to break.  On my R22, mine broke a couple of
> years ago and I went to Edenton and found another bracket discarded from
> another recycle and used the pieces to make a good one.  On my O'Day, the
> backboard broke in two.  Follow Captain Rummy's recommendations for a
> stainless steel backing plate.  
> 
> However, your piece should be easier to replace.  Did the screws/bolts
> holding the piece fail?  Your picture does not show the head on view.  Do
> you have a picture of the bolts?
> 
> There are several on this forum expert in such repairs.  Wait for their
> input.
> 
> This illustrates the advantages of buying a boat, either new or recycled
> thru Stan.  Such a failure would be promptly be fixed from GBI.  
> 
> For you new guys testing the limits of sailboats, keep in mind stays and
> shrouds have also been known to fail from extreme forces…  I am not saying
> do not test the limits of your boat, just wear life jackets and hard hats.
> 
> See:  http://www.dixielandmarine.com/yachts/DLrigprob.html
> 
> and: 
> http://www.callipygia600.com/callnugget/allcruising/boatcards/rigging_failure.htm
> 
> Ed K
> Greenville, SC, USA
> 
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