Hello all and hello Spring.
I am thinking of redoing my chainplates. I do not use pulpits or lifelines, no stanchions. So I was wondering if I am able to just mount much better chainplates right to the outside of the hull. I do not think that this should interfere with the jib, but all I have used so far is a smaller jib. Last winter I purchased a used 170 genoa. Still looking for a 130. I plan on replacing the standing rigging as it is bent in a few places and doing the chainplates would have to come first. I already have them reinforced from the inside as per other Chrysler mods. I just think that going to the hull would be a much stronger option. I hope to sail the gulf of Mexico and beyond in a couple of years.
C26 chainplates
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Re: C26 chainplates
Sounds like a great project!
Please take before and after pictures and share here!
Scott
Please take before and after pictures and share here!
Scott
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Re: C26 chainplates
Skipper Dan, sounds do-able. Not moving very far outboard from the stock position when you think about it.
And thats how my Compac 23 is configured. The chain plates from a CP27 might actually work and and arent very pricey. Hey, include me in the Gulf Coast plans if you are in my area!
And thats how my Compac 23 is configured. The chain plates from a CP27 might actually work and and arent very pricey. Hey, include me in the Gulf Coast plans if you are in my area!
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Re: C26 chainplates
Un packed the 26 and hoping to raise the mast so I can configure the Solar panels. High winds today but lets hope for calm Sat and Sun.
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