Alan, I almost had the exact same mast/RR bridge collision back in the early 90's with my 1980 C&C 36. We picked up the new to us boat in Lake Union and headed west through the Lake Washington Ship Canal, opening the bridges as required. There was a train crossing the bridge while we were locking down to Puget Sound so my plan was to request an opening after the train was past. As we exited the Ballard Locks, with current behind us, the engine (Yanmar 3 cyl.) stopped running. I requested an opening with a horn, asked my crew to prepare to anchor (we've been on the boat 45 minutes, anchor status unclear), and I attempted to re-start the engine.
The engine would run for approx. 20 seconds then die again indicating a blocked fuel supply. I was able to start it in reverse to slightly slow our rate of advance towards the still lowered bridge. I was relieved to hear the bridge tender acknowledge my opening request, but that bridge is slow to open, and I was closing in fast. I continued to start the engine in reverse and steered for the south end of the bridge where it lifted first. So, we cleared by an estimated 3 feet as the bridge deck continued to rise. That afternoon I contacted a fuel tank cleaning and fuel polishing service. The blockage was caused by bits of rubber and debris in the tank. After our tank cleaning and some maintenance on the fuel system there were no re-occurrences of that problem. Martin DeYoung ex 1971 C&C 43 Calypso ex 1980 C&C 36 Windsong now Greta, 1956 Matthews 42 Port Ludlow ________________________________ From: ALAN BERGEN via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Sent: Sunday, September 21, 2025 11:34 AM To: CHARLES SCHEAFFER <cscheaf...@comcast.net>; C&C <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> Cc: ALAN BERGEN <trya...@alumni.usc.edu> Subject: Stus-List Re: Masthead sheaves 35-3 Interesting story about my mast replacement. I was motoring from the Seattle YC to Shilshole Bay Marina. After passing under several bridges (after calling the bridge operators for an opening) I received a phone call. There was still a railroad bridge to pass under, but it was usually kept open, and I wasn't paying attention. While talking on the phone, I hit the bridge (that was down) and got stuck under it. I had to call the bridge operator to release me. Fortunately only the very top of the mast got stuck, although the crash took out my masthead instruments and VHF antenna. When I got to the moorage, I looked at the top of the mast with binoculars and didn't see any major damage. The next day I motored down to the Tacoma YC to spend the night before a race the next day. Two club members hoisted me up to the top of the mast so I could get a better look. The rigging was intact, but the cap at the top of the mast was bent up. On race day, the wind was light, so I figured the rig was strong enough for me to race. As we crossed the starting line, someone on the committee boat yelled out "Hey, you're the one who hit my bridge." It was the bridge operator. I spent the rest of the summer sailing in south Puget Sound, and around the San Juan and Gulf Islands. I didn't want to have the mast inspected until I returned to Portland, or my insurance company might have required me to keep my boat up north until repairs were made. When I returned to Portland, I had the mast inspected by a surveyor recommended by the insurance company. The repair estimate was more than my hull insurance, so the insurance company totaled the boat, and I bought it back for $5,000. I ended up with a new Selden mast, new standing rigging, new Harken furler, new Tides Marine Strong Track and a new rudder (which was leaking water, even before the accident). Most of the cost was covered by insurance. The Strong Track from the old mast wouldn't fit the new mast, so I had to buy a new one. If anyone wants to buy the old Strong Track, in very good condition ($300 US including shipping) message me directly. I also have spreaders and other parts from the old mast for sale. Alan Bergen 1984 35 Mk III Thirsty Rose City YC Portland, OR On Sun, Sep 21, 2025 at 5:29 AM CHARLES SCHEAFFER <cscheaf...@comcast.net<mailto:cscheaf...@comcast.net>> wrote: Hey Alan, would love to hear about repacing a mast; what brand, must be a great story. C On 09/21/2025 3:00 AM EDT ALAN BERGEN via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: I have two jib halyards, two spinnaker halyards and one main halyard. Five sheaves, three axles. I'll get the sheave in the mail to you on Monday. Alan On Sat, Sep 20, 2025 at 10:19 PM Jim Watts via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: Alan, that would be great. How many sheaves are up there? Am I counting three axles? You replaced the mast? That's enthusiastic. Jim Watts Paradigm Shift C&C 35 Mk III Victoria, BC On Sat, 20 Sept 2025 at 15:33, ALAN BERGEN via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com<mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: 3 1/2" OD, 1/2" width. 1/2" pin. I have one from Zepherwerks that I took from my old mast when I replaced it. I can send it to you Jim. 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