[Rhodes22-list] Painted Mast

[Michael D. Weisner]

Elle and Art,

It's not about the weight when you can say "Just look for the yellow mast. 
It will be the first one across the finish line ..."

BTW, anodized aluminum coatings come in many "colors" including black. 
Thickness of coating determines the depth of the color with minimal weight 
added (compared to paints.)  The anodizing process permits a "dye" to be 
added, although those from metallic salts (bronze or black) are much more 
resistant to fading when exposed to sunlight:
http://www.anodizing.org/Reference/reference_guide.html

More info on cleaning and such may be found at their FAQ:
http://www.anodizing.org/FAQ/faq_cont2.html#Cleaning
"Cleaning anodized aluminum is easy with the right technique. Because 
anodizing is so hard, you want to use an abrasive cleaning technique with a 
gentle soap. Do not use harsh acidic or alkaline cleaners because they may 
destroy the finish. Use solvents with care as they may stain the finish. 
Regardless of the technique, be sure to try a test area first. One 
recommended technique is to use an abrasive cleaning sponge with mild dish 
washing liquid. Always try a test small area first to prevent a widespread 
problem."

Mike
s/v Shanghai'd Summer ('81)
Nissequogue River, NY

From: "elle" <watermusic38 at yahoo.com>Sent: Monday, June 02, 2008 10:42 AM
> Here's an interesting one from a racer's boat at the
> marina...can't add too much weight or he'd not have
> done it...
>
> elle
>
> --- "Arthur H. Czerwonky" <czerwonky at earthlink.net>
> wrote:
>
>> Jb,
>> It beats me.  Just adds weight.  Maybe someone
>> thought black would look sexy.  I can't find JASCO
>> on the web.  Thx
>> Art
>>
>
> We can't change the angle of the wind....but we can adjust our sails.
>
> 1992 Rhodes 22   Recyc '06  "WaterMusic"   (Lady in Red)
>
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