[Rhodes22-list] re inforcing seats /compression post

[Rick Lange]

John,
The purpose of a compression post is to prevent
deformation, especially of the cabin. because the mast becomes as a pile
driver when the boat is pounding through waves.  Using a compression post
for over tightening your stays would deform the hull--not very healthy for
the endurance of either hull or rigging.
Rick
P.S.  I'll take
some pics over the weekend.
> 
> 
> Also, I
suggest a compression post for 
> the mast.  Stan has an aluminum
one, but I fashioned my own from a full 
> oak round because I
think it looks better.  An additional benefit is that 
> it
serves as a handy grip for getting in and out of the 
> head. 
> 
> Rick 
> 
> If it's not to much trouble
could you please post some pictures of your 
> compression post
showing the top and bottom. I was considering using the 
> same to
increase the tension on my side and baby stays. 
> 
>
Thank you 
> John Shulick 
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