My 1975 (1858) has a sliding gooseneck, which works well.
> [Original Message] > From: Jeffery L. Sheler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: <[email protected]> > Date: 5/15/2006 8:36:22 AM > Subject: catalina27-talk: gooseneck survey > > Let's take a poll. Which type of gooseneck/mast connection does your boat > have? > > I'm interested in learning which boom connection configuration -- fixed or > sliding -- is most common on C27s. My 89 TR came with a fixed (four-bolt) > connection. I see that several who have responded to my initial query have > sliding connections. The sliding connection certainly would seem to be more > versatile, allowing for easier adjustment of boom elevation. But why did > Catalina (apparently) later switch to a fixed connection? Is it a strength > issue? (Greater durability under stress, as in a hard jibe?) Are there > drawbacks that I should consider before converting my fixed connection to a > slider? > > So anyway, which type of connection do each of you have? (Cast your vote, > early and often). > > Jeff Sheler > s/v Windsome > C27TR #6594 > Hampton, VA > >
