[Rhodes22-list] Demasting (Final)

[Bill W.]

Stan once told me that the inner stays are not actually "bolted".  They
consist of a 90 degree tab that is held in place with a small screw and some
glue.  The strength is in the resistance of the stainless steel to unbend. 
Also a testiment to how strong our cabin tops are.

Not sure what you found when it pulled out but would be nice to see a
picture of it.

The outer and back stays are, of course, thru bolted.

Bill W. 
s/v Fina Lee


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> This is the photo that Rummie had asked for.  Actually, it is very similar
> to Papermail picture.  That was the first Rhodes photo I was and it
> instantly I knew I had made a big mistake in rigging.  I didn't know that
> the bridle was the connection point for the jib.  That picture was worth
> the proverbial thousand words.  Elton rigged the boat about 10 years ago
> and I didn't pay enough attention.  I know he did it the correct way. 
> When I rigged it the following year I saw the most "obvious" connection
> point; the fitting connected to the deck.  Rick was correct in stating
> that he thought the front forestays took up most of the support of the
> mast and the pressure to one side and backwards caused it to snap.  All
> the other stays remained connected.  Actually, this is a testament to the
> strength of the Rhodes.  With the advice of Alan Robertson I will have the
> boat repaired at Lake George.  Thanks to all for comments/advice.
> regards, 
> (with embarrassment)
> Bill Dunn
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