Re: M_Boats: Re: M_Boats: Re: M_Boats: Questions on M15 rigging - Bent bolt

[Stanley Winarski]

Jerry,

Yes, the forestay eye enters the mast through a slot in the front of the mast and the bolt slides through it. The shrouds are held by the same bolt.

There was no indication that the bolt holes in the sides of the mast had been stressed or compressed - but the apparently improper bend in the bolt was not great. I've got some SS bolts in hand so I'll replace it before heading to Florida next month......although it has worked just fine for 21 years bent.

Stan


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