Sliding on my 76 standard rig.
Chuck Barr
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lesley C. Quin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2006 9:44 AM
Subject: Re: catalina27-talk: gooseneck survey
Sliding here on my 74 standard rig. Like to be able to use it to tension
the main with the cunningham.
Lesley Quin, Victoria BC
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jeffery L. Sheler" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, May 15, 2006 5:36 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
