comptip problems.

Ok,had my getaway since 2003,i have noticed my comptip seems to be pulling further into the aluminium section,yes,it is glued but moving dramatically causing the rig to be a little looser the usual when it is in it's usual position.I can't really tension it much more,so will a new comptip eventually be required? The comptip has lost some of the black coating near the join due to wear and tear.
Tasmania's only getaway sailor.

The glue isn't holding. Re-seat with new epoxy and add a few (4 or more) rivets. That should lock it in place better.

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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 a friend who is having the same problem.
Where should I put the rivets? I was thinking about an inch below the joint and evenly distributed in the perimeter of the mast.... Does that seem ok?

thanks,


Guillermo

Makes sense to me.

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

So it can be drilled,phew!Now I just have to get the sections apart!!
Tasmania's only getaway sailor.