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jims
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Initially Posted - 03/31/2005 :  19:33:48  Show Profile
I am adding a topping lift this season and wondering what kind of block,adjustable, I would useto connect the end of the boom (attachment point next to the outhaul hole) to the wire from the masthead????
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John Bixby
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Response Posted - 03/31/2005 :  23:14:37  Show Profile
CATALINA DIRECTS TOPPING LIFT KIT COMES A WITH 1/4" HARKEN MICRO BLOCK
THAT ATTACHES TO THE BOOM.
IT WORKS GREAT.
JOHN ON MS ACHSA.
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bbriner
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Response Posted - 04/01/2005 :  11:11:25  Show Profile
Hey Jim,
There seems to be lots of approaches described. I went with the simple approach (my favorite). I fixed the line on the end of the boom, ran it through a 1/4" block on the masthead and down to a clam cleat on the mast. Eventually I'll bring it aft. It flies loose most of the time. The only time I need it is when I reef. The rigger I consulted suggested I tie a stopper knot (at the cleat end) where it is in its normal position so that when I'm done reefing I can just release the line and it will stop at the knot.

Oh, yeah.. if you are installing a block on the masthead don't forget to put some seizing wire through the bolt eye so it won't loosen and fall out.

Bill B
84C25 Wind Dancer #4036 SR/FK
San Francisco
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jims
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Response Posted - 04/03/2005 :  17:59:01  Show Profile
Bill,
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Jims
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