[Rhodes22-list] questions regarding the Rhodes centerboard.

[Ronald Lipton]

Getting to the centerboard line is a simple process once you remove the 
5000 bolts
holding the cover on.  Here are some pictures:

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Ron

DownHill wrote:
> Has any one worked with the centerboard?
>
> I noticed that the centerboard on my '86 (rebuilt 2002) Rhodes does not
> extend vertically from the keel when the centerboard retrieval line is fully
> released.  it is approximately 30 deg from vertical.  Because of this, the
> boat does not point very well.
>
> Has anyone replaced this line?  Does one merely remove the bolts from the
> cabin floor to access the line?  Is there a mechanical advantage pulley
> system? can it be easily accessed to change the line?
>
> I've read about Stan's diamond board.  Has anyone replaced the center board
> with a diamond board?  did your performance improve?
>
> Thanks in advance for your help.
>
> Joe
>