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| Author: | dhaglund [ Tue May 12, 2020 5:08 am ] |
| Post subject: | Shroud extender, or what? |
I read somewhere about shroud extenders being a common modification. Is this a shroud extender I have on my boat or what is this? I can't find it in the parts diagram so it appears be be custom (just like everything else on this boat). https://photos.app.goo.gl/bKk8LHg2iw24wPUk9 And what is this used for? I guess the small wire is just a safety not to loose the quick release pin. |
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| Author: | mmiller [ Tue May 12, 2020 8:01 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shroud extender, or what? |
Yes, That is the extender used for righting the boat after a capsize. https://media.hobie.com/digital_assets/21SC_Manual.pdf#page=16 |
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| Author: | dhaglund [ Sat May 16, 2020 1:08 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shroud extender, or what? |
How much help are shroud extenders when righting the boat? It turns out the the quick pins will not lock in position. They can be pulled out without pushing the button if there is slack in the wire. I have to replace them or tape them in place. |
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| Author: | Bill 404 [ Sat May 16, 2020 2:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shroud extender, or what? |
Your missing..... The Johnson Hyfield Type Lever has a number of very practical features that have been developed after extensive testing on both high performance multihulls and monohulls. The fitting is rugged, having an ultimate strength of 2500 lbs. A positive stop is provided to prevent jamming fingers between fitting and wire when thrown open under load and the large surface area of the push pad makes it easier to close lever under load. Lever take-up is 2 1/8” to an over-center position and comes with a quick release pin for positive locking. The extender arm may be had in either 1/4” or 5/16” pin size. This is an essential piece of hardware on Catamaran shrouds to allow the crew to right the boat after a capsize, without it, another boat or extraordinary effort is required. Trailerable boats up to 26 feet find that a lever on the forestay greatly facilitates stepping and unstepping the mast. |
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| Author: | dhaglund [ Sat May 16, 2020 2:23 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Shroud extender, or what? |
That lever looks great. Thanks. |
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