Older TI cross bar failure

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microbe

Post subject: Older TI cross bar failure

Posted: Sun Jul 25, 2021 6:32 pm

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If you have an older TI where the mast plate is welded to the forward side of the cross bar be sure to check that weld regularly, especially after a strong wind.

This led to the whole thing being twisted so I couldn't easily get the mast out.

Loosening the screws on the plate holding the ball bearings did the job.

FWIW, this was obviously a weak point that was identified, as later models have that plate extend through the cross bar and welded on the aft side.

Last edited by microbe on Sat Sep 30, 2023 7:47 pm, edited 5 times in total.

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mmiller

Post subject: Re: Older TI cross bar failure

Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2021 3:42 pm

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https://www.hobie.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=12574

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mmiller

Post subject: Re: Older TI cross bar failure

Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2021 3:46 pm

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I opened your image in a new tab and copied that URL... That worked.

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