[Rhodes22-list] IMF Mast & Sail

[Mitch Mitchell]

Thanks Chris, sounds like a project. I'll have to give it a try. MM

On Tue, Jan 3, 2023 at 11:51 AM Chris Geankoplis <chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com>
wrote:

> I know parts are hard to come by for the bushings. Over the years I have
> had to make several sets. The last, several years ago. This was done over
> in Spain so I don’t have the measurements. The technique involves using  a
> drill press and a couple of hole saws. The material is a small piece of
> thick Starboard about 1 1/4” thick. Cut the first larger plug ( about 1/8”
> larger than the OD of the furling tube. Secure this plug and shave it down
> with a smaller holesaw slightly larger than the ID of the tube). Stop short
> by an 1/8 of an inch so you create a “drum or plug “ with a lip. Slip a
> long 1/4” bolt through the hole and secure it with nuts and lock washers so
> it won’t spin. Attach to the drill mandrill and using a rasp/file/ abrasive
> bevel the shaft so the smaller end just slips easily into the tube part way
> down. The last step is to cut the plug lengthwise through the existing hole
> with a very fine band saw or I’ve used a fine jig saw blade with a minimal
> kerf. Since everything is set up, make a couple of spares, just remember
> where you put them when you need to replace them in a few years down the
> road/Rhode. Good luck.
>
> Chris Geankoplis
> Xenos
>
> On Mon, Jan 2, 2023 at 2:13 PM Mitch Mitchell <mitchpadl at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Hi Ric, I too have an IMF mast and boom that I got from a boat that was
> > being destroyed and I would love to replace my 1990 continental with the
> > IMF but haven't had time to do it or been able to find anyone that could
> do
> > it. I believe the old shrouds are still with the mast so I could try and
> > measure them. (not sure if the boats are exactly the same) I did measure
> > the masts and they seem identical in overall length. I also have the
> roller
> > furling tube for the forestay but I haven't been able to find the
> bushings
> > that the forestay goes through. The furling tube on the older boat has a
> > slot in it and the jib slides up through the slot like a bolt rope. My
> 1990
> > furling tube is round and the jib slides over it like a sock.
> > Any information you find I would love to hear about it! Thanks, Mitch
> > I attached some images of the bushing at the top of roller furling tube.
> >
> > On Fri, Dec 30, 2022 at 5:31 PM Ric Stott <ric at stottarchitecture.com>
> > wrote:
> >
> > > Happy New Year Rhodies !
> > > I have a few questions - - -
> > > Sorry if I’m repeating myself.
> > > I received favorable replies to my previous question about the value of
> > > the change.
> > > To reiterate.
> > > I have the opportunity to convert my 1986 Continental Rig to and IMF
> mast
> > > and main sail.
> > > There is a mast for sale in Mass. for $500  and a mainsail somewhere
> else
> > > for $400.
> > > The mast, spreaders, furling tube  and boom are apparently complete
> > except
> > > for the shrouds.
> > > I happen to have a spare set of shrouds from yet another Continual
> style
> > > mast I have.
> > > The Sail is 2009 vintage.  I assume it will cast a few hundred dollars
> in
> > > spare parts or part changes, like the pop top connector,
> > electrical/lights
> > > connector changes, etc.
> > > Questions:
> > > Are the shrouds the same for both Continental and IMF masts?
> > > Any other parts I should be aware of that might need replacing?
> > > Where can I find IMF sail rigging guide?
> > > Is there a vertical batten in all or just some of them?
> > > Are they flat or round?
> > > Does that matter?
> > > Any issues with old sails and furling?
> > > Thank you and  HAPPY NEW YEAR!
> > >
> > > 
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Richard F. Stott, AIA, LEED AP
> > > ric at stottarchitecture.com
> > > O -631-283-1777
> > > C- 516-965-3164
> > >
> > >
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