Rigging question

While putting the rig back together for the year I noticed that I am missing a part of my side stay attachment. It is a quarter turn fitting that goes from the attachment in the hull to the adjustable stay. Is this part necessary or can I simply adjust for it on one side? What hazard is there in just eliminating this part entirely?

Thanks

If you are referring to the twist toggle that screws into the metal anchor bar under the gunwale (Lip) then that is what attaches to the bottom of the stay adjuster. Without this part I am not sure what you feel you would attach the shrouds (adjusters) to? Am i reading this wrong?

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1985 Prindle 16

The twist toggle works as a universal joint. Keeps the shrouds from pulling the pin sideways and bending / breaking it.

To use a boat (short term) you could connect the adjuster directly to the pin, but rotate the pin so the adjuster can hinge towards the mast tang.

http://www.hobiecat.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=12637&p=70451&hilit=twist+toggle#p70451

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Matt Miller
Former - Director of Parts and Accessory Sales
Warranty and Technical Support
Hobie Cat USA
(Retired 11/7/2022)

I have several of those laying around. contact me if you would like me to send you one.

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Corey
82 H16 project complete

Sure if you have one I would be intrested. shoot me an e-mail and well work out the details.