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monty0
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Initially Posted - 05/30/2008 :  08:20:55  Show Profile
I was just cleaning my mast slot to get our sails to raise more easily. When I ran a slug up and down the length it was still catching. Upon closer inspection, I see that the lips of the slot were nicked up. Putting some silicone lubricant on it didn't help.

I'm guessing I should sand these smooth with fine sandpaper like 400 grit, but I wanted to check in and see if there are any other suggestions on how to fix this.

Thanks,
Monty

1977 Catalina 25 #66 SRSK "Prana"
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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 05/30/2008 :  08:34:36  Show Profile
I think a session with emery cloth is about your only alternative.

Note that slugs with 'rockers' (for reduced-binding) are available.

http://www.sailrite.com/sail-slug-rockers?sc=2&category=98
http://www.sailrite.com/allslip-slides-round?sc=2&category=98

You can also go all-nylon slugs so you don't ding up your mast groove... but you need to replace them every few years as they they deteriorate and lose strength.

http://www.sailrite.com/slug-nylon-round?sc=2&category=98
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