I have a 34/36 and the pole that came with it measures 14'7" from "mouth to mouth"(ie: where the line would sit when rigged). I presume it is OEM.
It was never used (by me or the PO) so now the fittings are seized and so far have not responded to PB Blaster and other measures. Latest suggestion is remove the ends and throw them in a bucket of diesel for a month or so, but have not got around to that yet. If anyone wants a pole or has suggestions let me know. Tx From: CnC-List [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Jean-Francois J Rivard Sent: Sunday, November 03, 2013 6:40 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Stus-List Spinnaker Pole Sizing Hello All, I got lucky at my marina's flee market this summer and found a nice spinnaker for a 100 bucks that's almost perfect for my boat. For some reason a prior owner disposed of the spinnaker pole / car and I am in the process of sourcing those. Not wanting to pay 1,600 - 1,800 for a custom new pole I found a used one that might work. I need some help to determine my course of actions: My boat is a 1990 34+ (Also known as a 34/36) My "J" measurement is 14.83 feet and the pole I found measures 15.7 feet. * Can I just use it as is? I don't know the implications but it seems to me that the pole sticking out 11 inches past the forestay would not be a problem. * If not I suppose I could cut it and refit the end? * If I cut it, hoe much would I take out? I might end-up buying new end fittings anyway just sot start with something fresh.. At 350.00 asking price the pole looks like a good deal. Thanks in advance, -Francois Rivard 1990 34+ "Take Five" Lake Lanier, Georgia
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