Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Rod Stright via CnC-List]

Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar
when hauling the mast out?

 

Rod Stright

Halifax

 

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Sent: February-07-19 12:40 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com; cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Neil Andersen 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

My 32 had wedges and 2 metal straps the bolt on to the mast.

 

Neil

C&C 32 FoxFire

 

Neil Andersen

20691 Jamieson Rd

Rock Hall, MD 21661

 

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To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com  
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Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help 

 

Buy a can of Spartite, forget the wedges.

 

Bill Coleman

C&C 39 Erie, PA

 

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Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2019 9:58 PM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com  
Cc: Steven A. Demore
Subject: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

I had my C&C 30 MK1 dismasted yesterday to do some work on it.  The boat
came with no wedges in the deck collar, so I made some one day, just to get
through summer.  While taking down the mast yesterday, I asked the rigger
what kind of wedges it should have.  He said he wasn't sure whether C&Cs
came with wedges, or a metal spacer.  Does anybody know what the factory
used to support the mast through the deck?

Also, while I am at it. Any suggestions on anything I should be checking on
the mast?  I'm replacing the wiring, going to LED lights, replacing all of
the running rigging, new blocks and sheaves, and checking out the step.  The
boom has the internal blocks and wire for tensioning the foot of the main,
but I don't know whether that is accessible for maintenance or not.

 

One last thing.  I was planning to mount steps (the triangular aluminum
ones) on the sides of the mast.  The rigger recommended against it because
of the number of holes in the mast.  Anybody have thought on whether a
series of small holes (1/8, 3/16??) would weaken the mast?

Thanks,

Steve



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Re: Stus-List Problems removing rudder from Custom C&C 43

[G Collins via CnC-List]

The previously mentioned two nut method would be the first thing I'd try, the 
more extreme version is to put a nut on and get it welded in place.


good luck!

Graham Collins
Secret Plans
C&C 35-III #11

On 2019-02-06 9:37 p.m., Neil Holtzhausen via CnC-List wrote:
We own a custom C&C 43 and are attempting to remove the rudder to 
service/replace bearings as needed. We have successfully removed all the nuts 
and bolts of the quadrant, but are having trouble removing the final threaded 
bolts securing the post in position. (These are two threaded bolts coming out 
of the sides of the post, with a ring/washer at the end of the thread, closest 
to the post, but this item can not be removed with a wrench, as it is round. 
photos available at 
https://forums.sailboatowners.com/index.php?threads/rudder-post-removal.195200/)

Can anyone provide info regarding how to remove these threaded bolts ?
Also, once these are removed, will we be able to drop the rudder?
Any suggestions where to find replacement bearings if needed?
Best lubrication to use?
Any advice will be appreciated.
Thanks
s/v Tiger




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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Wade Glew via CnC-List]

Wouldn't the use of Spartite make it difficult at a later date to make any
fine adjustments of the the mast rake to change the center of
effort/weather helm?

Wade Glew
Oh Boy 33-2
Lake of the Woods


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On Wed, Feb 6, 2019 at 9:29 PM Bill Coleman via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> Buy a can of Spartite, forget the wedges.
>
>
>
> Bill Coleman
>
> C&C 39 Erie, PA
>
>
>
> *From:* CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] *On Behalf Of *Steven
> A. Demore via CnC-List
> *Sent:* Wednesday, February 06, 2019 9:58 PM
> *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com
> *Cc:* Steven A. Demore
> *Subject:* Stus-List Mast Wedge Help
>
>
>
> I had my C&C 30 MK1 dismasted yesterday to do some work on it.  The boat
> came with no wedges in the deck collar, so I made some one day, just to get
> through summer.  While taking down the mast yesterday, I asked the rigger
> what kind of wedges it should have.  He said he wasn’t sure whether C&Cs
> came with wedges, or a metal spacer.  Does anybody know what the factory
> used to support the mast through the deck?
>
> Also, while I am at it. Any suggestions on anything I should be checking
> on the mast?  I’m replacing the wiring, going to LED lights, replacing all
> of the running rigging, new blocks and sheaves, and checking out the step.
> The boom has the internal blocks and wire for tensioning the foot of the
> main, but I don’t know whether that is accessible for maintenance or not.
>
>
>
> One last thing.  I was planning to mount steps (the triangular aluminum
> ones) on the sides of the mast.  The rigger recommended against it because
> of the number of holes in the mast.  Anybody have thought on whether a
> series of small holes (1/8, 3/16??) would weaken the mast?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Steve
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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[nausetbeach--- via CnC-List]

Yes.  Although I lubed the inside of the collar prior to pouring in the
Spartite, I was so focused on getting the mast in the right position [used
multiple lines led to snatch blocks and to winches to position the mast] I
did not notice a small flange on the inside of the collar.  When the yard
tried to pull the mast several years later, there were starting to lift the
boat out of the water.  They stopped and called me.  I had to unbolt the
collar from the boat, and then the mast could be pulled.  Took a couple of
days to get the collar off the mast.  Then used a Dremel to grind down that
small flange.  The mast has been pulled 2 times since without issue.  Is
pretty amazing that little flange was sufficient to hold most of the weight
of the boat. 

 

Spartite is a great product, but is pretty much a one and done deal.
Measure many times and pour once. 

 

Brian

 

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CnC-List
Sent: Thursday, February 7, 2019 5:41 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Rod Stright 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar
when hauling the mast out?

 

Rod Stright

Halifax

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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Ken Heaton via CnC-List]

Every C&C I've ever seen had wooden wedges or shaped wooden blocks, up to
as many as eight for larger boats (except a few that had SparTite).

Ken H.

On Thu, 7 Feb 2019 at 08:43, nausetbeach--- via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> Yes.  Although I lubed the inside of the collar prior to pouring in the
> Spartite, I was so focused on getting the mast in the right position [used
> multiple lines led to snatch blocks and to winches to position the mast] I
> did not notice a small flange on the inside of the collar.  When the yard
> tried to pull the mast several years later, there were starting to lift the
> boat out of the water.  They stopped and called me.  I had to unbolt the
> collar from the boat, and then the mast could be pulled.  Took a couple of
> days to get the collar off the mast.  Then used a Dremel to grind down that
> small flange.  The mast has been pulled 2 times since without issue.  Is
> pretty amazing that little flange was sufficient to hold most of the weight
> of the boat.
>
>
>
> Spartite is a great product, but is pretty much a one and done deal.
> Measure many times and pour once…
>
>
>
> Brian
>
>
>
> *From:* CnC-List  *On Behalf Of *Rod
> Stright via CnC-List
> *Sent:* Thursday, February 7, 2019 5:41 AM
> *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com
> *Cc:* Rod Stright 
> *Subject:* Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help
>
>
>
> Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar
> when hauling the mast out?
>
>
>
> Rod Stright
>
> Halifax
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Stus-List Cutless bearing.

[Brien Sadler via CnC-List]

Any 35-3 owners have a suggested replacement cutless bearing. Mine has a little 
play in it and I think it’s time. I know the shaft is 1 inch diameter. Any help 
is greatly appreciated.

Brien Sadler
TAZ
C&C 35-3

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Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] Re: Mast Wedge Help

[Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List]

I use SparTite. I can’t imagine going back to wood blocks.

Joe
Coquina

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Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 7:52 AM
To: cnc-list
Cc: Ken Heaton
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

Every C&C I've ever seen had wooden wedges or shaped wooden blocks, up to as 
many as eight for larger boats (except a few that had SparTite).

Ken H.

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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List]

Spartite here.

There can definitely be issues the first time you pull the mast (it wants to 
hang on, even if you lubed it correctly).  There can also be issues getting the 
alignment correct putting the mast back in – especially large masts while 
you’re paying the crane operator for his time.  Despite these issues, I’m a 
Spartite fan.  When we’re out bouncing around in big seas, I’m glad to have the 
plug.

From: Ken Heaton via CnC-List 
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 7:51 AM
To: cnc-list 
Cc: Ken Heaton 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

Every C&C I've ever seen had wooden wedges or shaped wooden blocks, up to as 
many as eight for larger boats (except a few that had SparTite). 

Ken H.

On Thu, 7 Feb 2019 at 08:43, nausetbeach--- via CnC-List 
 wrote:

  Yes.  Although I lubed the inside of the collar prior to pouring in the 
Spartite, I was so focused on getting the mast in the right position [used 
multiple lines led to snatch blocks and to winches to position the mast] I did 
not notice a small flange on the inside of the collar.  When the yard tried to 
pull the mast several years later, there were starting to lift the boat out of 
the water.  They stopped and called me.  I had to unbolt the collar from the 
boat, and then the mast could be pulled.  Took a couple of days to get the 
collar off the mast.  Then used a Dremel to grind down that small flange.  The 
mast has been pulled 2 times since without issue.  Is pretty amazing that 
little flange was sufficient to hold most of the weight of the boat. 



  Spartite is a great product, but is pretty much a one and done deal.  Measure 
many times and pour once… 



  Brian



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CnC-List
  Sent: Thursday, February 7, 2019 5:41 AM
  To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
  Cc: Rod Stright 
  Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help



  Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar when 
hauling the mast out?



  Rod Stright

  Halifax

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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List]

Yes.  The line I use to pull the stick is substantial, but it stretches a bit.  
The first time I pulled the mast after installing Spartite, the line stretched 
before the plug “let go.”  The mast jumped about a foot, like a big-ass pogo 
stick.  Very unnerving.

As I noted earlier, the bigger problem for me has been getting the stick 
re-aligned so the plug fits correctly when putting the mast back on.  This may 
take some fine adjustments, which takes time, and your help may lose patience – 
especially if you’re splitting the crane time.  In my view, this is the biggest 
downside of Spartite.

From: Rod Stright via CnC-List 
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 5:40 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com 
Cc: Rod Stright 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar when 
hauling the mast out?

 

Rod Stright

Halifax

 

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Stus-List re Mast wedge help

[Tortuga via CnC-List]

My 30 Mk1 has hardwood wedges at the collar. I've thought about replacing
them with Spartite, but I take the mast out every fall and the wedges are
easy. What I've read about Spartite lately makes me think it's not for me.

https://1drv.ms/u/s!AkpvkGQ7RaWRiod2zfN5tVCAORM3Pw

Derek Kennedy
SV Tortuga
1979 C&C 30 mk1 # 553
Ballantyne's Cove, NS
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Stus-List Mast Wedge

[robert via CnC-List]

Steve:

Many of our C&C's have wooden wedges in the deck collarmy 32 has 3 
forward, 3 aft, and a slim one on each side.   I wouldn't put 'metal on 
metal' there.  Other have suggested Spartite.


As far as installing triangular aluminum mast steps, I have yet to see 
one of our C&C's with them.how often do you plan on going aloft?  I 
would rethink that.


Rob Abbott
AZURA
C&C 32- #277
Halifax, N.S.

On 2019-02-06 10:58 p.m., Steven A. Demore via CnC-List wrote:


I had my C&C 30 MK1 dismasted yesterday to do some work on it.  The 
boat came with no wedges in the deck collar, so I made some one day, 
just to get through summer.  While taking down the mast yesterday, I 
asked the rigger what kind of wedges it should have.  He said he 
wasn’t sure whether C&Cs came with wedges, or a metal spacer. Does 
anybody know what the factory used to support the mast through the deck?


Also, while I am at it. Any suggestions on anything I should be 
checking on the mast?  I’m replacing the wiring, going to LED lights, 
replacing all of the running rigging, new blocks and sheaves, and 
checking out the step.  The boom has the internal blocks and wire for 
tensioning the foot of the main, but I don’t know whether that is 
accessible for maintenance or not.


One last thing.  I was planning to mount steps (the triangular 
aluminum ones) on the sides of the mast.  The rigger recommended 
against it because of the number of holes in the mast.  Anybody have 
thought on whether a series of small holes (1/8, 3/16??) would weaken 
the mast?


Thanks,

Steve


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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Neil E. Andersen via CnC-List]

What about wrapping something like paper (grocery store bag thickness) around 
the mast before using the Spartite?   Something like mast, lube paper, 
Spartite, boat??

 

Neil Andersen

1982 C&C32 FoxFire

Rock Hall, MD

 

Full disclosure – I am a yacht broker with S&J Yachts

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via CnC-List
Sent: Thursday, February 7, 2019 9:10 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Matthew L. Wolford 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Yes.  The line I use to pull the stick is substantial, but it stretches a bit.  
The first time I pulled the mast after installing Spartite, the line stretched 
before the plug “let go.”  The mast jumped about a foot, like a big-ass pogo 
stick.  Very unnerving.

 

As I noted earlier, the bigger problem for me has been getting the stick 
re-aligned so the plug fits correctly when putting the mast back on.  This may 
take some fine adjustments, which takes time, and your help may lose patience – 
especially if you’re splitting the crane time.  In my view, this is the biggest 
downside of Spartite.

 

From: Rod Stright via CnC-List   

Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 5:40 AM

To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com   

Cc: Rod Stright   

Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar when 
hauling the mast out?

 

Rod Stright

Halifax

 

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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Glen Eddie via CnC-List]

This is a great discussion thread.  I have had the box of spartite in the trunk 
of my car for two years but have been to hesitant to use it.  My main concern 
is that I have not been satisfied that I have ever had the best mast alignment 
in the collar.  If someone could provide info on this this for me for a c&C 35 
mk1 (racing trim).  It would be much appreciated.

Much appreciated.

Glen Eddie

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Sent: February-07-19 10:24 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Neil E. Andersen
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

What about wrapping something like paper (grocery store bag thickness) around 
the mast before using the Spartite?   Something like mast, lube paper, 
Spartite, boat??

Neil Andersen
1982 C&C32 FoxFire
Rock Hall, MD

Full disclosure – I am a yacht broker with S&J Yachts
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via CnC-List
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To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Matthew L. Wolford 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

Yes.  The line I use to pull the stick is substantial, but it stretches a bit.  
The first time I pulled the mast after installing Spartite, the line stretched 
before the plug “let go.”  The mast jumped about a foot, like a big-ass pogo 
stick.  Very unnerving.

As I noted earlier, the bigger problem for me has been getting the stick 
re-aligned so the plug fits correctly when putting the mast back on.  This may 
take some fine adjustments, which takes time, and your help may lose patience – 
especially if you’re splitting the crane time.  In my view, this is the biggest 
downside of Spartite.

From: Rod Stright via CnC-List
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 5:40 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Rod Stright
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar when 
hauling the mast out?

Rod Stright
Halifax

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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Bill Coleman via CnC-List]

I would think you’d want the SparTite to adhere to your mast, not the boat.

I cleaned my mast super clean where the Urethane was, and put Vaseline  around 
the aluminum collar. It sticks onto the mast like glue.

It is a little tight, but always slips out.  You can be a little creative, I 
learned after the fact, and when using your tape and putty for molding, bring 
it a little below the collar with a drip edge, and you won’t need a mast boot. 
I have another mast collar that was super tight, the crane operator told me 
they were up to 6,000# load on the crane, I had to do something.

So I jacked it up with a hydraulic jack. When It was out, I sanded the SparTite 
down some to make it easier, it may have had a bell shape. 

 

Bill Coleman

C&C 39 Erie, PA

 

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Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 10:29 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Glen Eddie
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

This is a great discussion thread.  I have had the box of spartite in the trunk 
of my car for two years but have been to hesitant to use it.  My main concern 
is that I have not been satisfied that I have ever had the best mast alignment 
in the collar.  If someone could provide info on this this for me for a c&C 35 
mk1 (racing trim).  It would be much appreciated. 

 

Much appreciated. 

 



Glen Eddie


Tel:  416-777-5357


Fax:  1-888-812-2557


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Andersen via CnC-List
Sent: February-07-19 10:24 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Neil E. Andersen
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

What about wrapping something like paper (grocery store bag thickness) around 
the mast before using the Spartite?   Something like mast, lube paper, 
Spartite, boat??

 

Neil Andersen

1982 C&C32 FoxFire

Rock Hall, MD

 

Full disclosure – I am a yacht broker with S&J Yachts

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via CnC-List
Sent: Thursday, February 7, 2019 9:10 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Matthew L. Wolford 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Yes.  The line I use to pull the stick is substantial, but it stretches a bit.  
The first time I pulled the mast after installing Spartite, the line stretched 
before the plug “let go.”  The mast jumped about a foot, like a big-ass pogo 
stick.  Very unnerving.

 

As I noted earlier, the bigger problem for me has been getting the stick 
re-aligned so the plug fits correctly when putting the mast back on.  This may 
take some fine adjustments, which takes time, and your help may lose patience – 
especially if you’re splitting the crane time.  In my view, this is the biggest 
downside of Spartite.

 

From: Rod Stright via CnC-List   

Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 5:40 AM

To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com 

Cc: Rod   Stright 

Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar when 
hauling the mast out?

 

Rod Stright

Halifax

 

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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Gary Nylander via CnC-List]

I have six oak wedges and two stainless straps on my 30-1. I've seen some
ads for some hard rubber or plastic wedges which look interesting, but have
had only one oak one break in 25 years, so... The comment about Spartite or
some other system to fix the mast at the partners contradicts the idea that
you use the little plywood shims at the base of the mast to control mast
rake. My boat has four of those, they were split, two in front of the mast,
two behind, and for more rake I now have one in front and the other three
aft.

 

Not a big issue, just renew your wiring and remount.

 

Gary

#593

 

 

 

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via CnC-List
Sent: Wednesday, February 6, 2019 9:58 PM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Steven A. Demore 
Subject: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

I had my C&C 30 MK1 dismasted yesterday to do some work on it.  The boat
came with no wedges in the deck collar, so I made some one day, just to get
through summer.  While taking down the mast yesterday, I asked the rigger
what kind of wedges it should have.  He said he wasn't sure whether C&Cs
came with wedges, or a metal spacer.  Does anybody know what the factory
used to support the mast through the deck?

Also, while I am at it. Any suggestions on anything I should be checking on
the mast?  I'm replacing the wiring, going to LED lights, replacing all of
the running rigging, new blocks and sheaves, and checking out the step.  The
boom has the internal blocks and wire for tensioning the foot of the main,
but I don't know whether that is accessible for maintenance or not.

 

One last thing.  I was planning to mount steps (the triangular aluminum
ones) on the sides of the mast.  The rigger recommended against it because
of the number of holes in the mast.  Anybody have thought on whether a
series of small holes (1/8, 3/16??) would weaken the mast?

Thanks,

Steve

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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List]

I don't have Spartite but it looks like a very good solution to prevent point 
loading and something I always wanted.  I believe you want the Spartite plug to 
stick to the mast and to release from the collar and may require some 
persuasion from inside to help that along when they crane out the mast.   
Rubber mallet and short 2 x 4 to tap it loose?   I haven't researched this but 
maybe the collar needs to be heavily waxed before assembly, to prevent 
adhesion.   This would need to be done each time prior to restepping.


Chuck, Resolute 1990 C&C 34R



> On February 7, 2019 at 10:23 AM "Neil E. Andersen via CnC-List" 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> What about wrapping something like paper (grocery store bag thickness) 
> around the mast before using the Spartite?   Something like mast, lube paper, 
> Spartite, boat??
> 
>  
> 
> Neil Andersen
> 
> 1982 C&C32 FoxFire
> 
> Rock Hall, MD
> 
>  
> 
> Full disclosure – I am a yacht broker with S&J Yachts
> 
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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Michael Brown via CnC-List]

After trying various things including nothing I have been happy with thick 
rubber pads.
I purchase a couple of feet from a roll and trimmed it.


This may be the product, I think there was a choice of thicknesses at the store:


https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/heavy-duty-checker-plate-rolled-rubber-mat-by-the-foot-/A-p8681660e


My thoughts were that the C&C 30-1 mast is stiff and even with a lot of 
pressure on the backstay
it did not bend much with the mast blocked hard in the collar. There was some 
bend but more just
pulling the masthead back inducing rake rather than putting a curve into the 
mast.


When the mast is stepped I can leave the strips out, center and tune 
everything, then may adjust
the heel to center the mast in the collar. The strips are in two pieces and run 
in a semicircle at the
front and back leaving room for the hold down strips. The mat thickness I am 
using, slightly less
than a quarter inch, will slide in from the bottom by forcing the mast back 
then forward.




When checking the mast you may want to take the mast top casting off, held on by
eight machine screws. The original sheaves are aluminum with a pressed oilite 
bronze
bearing. If the bearing wears or crushes out the sheaves can lean, wear or jam. 
I replaced
the bearings and found them to have worn significantly in two years. I replaced 
them
with "hard plastic" Acetal sheaves that are wire rated though I have all rope 
halyards.
I drilled the centers out to a larger diameter and made a plain bearing 
arrangement
with another Acetal donut forced over the stainless axel. That has lasted years 
with
no wear and is much easier to hoist with.


Michael Brown
Windburn
C&C 30-1






Date: Wed, 6 Feb 2019 21:58:27 -0500 
From: "Steven A. Demore"  
 
I had my C&C 30 MK1 dismasted yesterday to do some work on it.  The boat 
came with no wedges in the deck collar, so I made some one day, just to get 
through summer.  While taking down the mast yesterday, I asked the rigger 
what kind of wedges it should have.  He said he wasn't sure whether C&Cs 
came with wedges, or a metal spacer.  Does anybody know what the factory 
used to support the mast through the deck? 
 
Also, while I am at it. Any suggestions on anything I should be checking on 
the mast?  I'm replacing the wiring, going to LED lights, replacing all of 
the running rigging, new blocks and sheaves, and checking out the step.  The 
boom has the internal blocks and wire for tensioning the foot of the main, 
but I don't know whether that is accessible for maintenance or not. 
 
  
 
One last thing.  I was planning to mount steps (the triangular aluminum 
ones) on the sides of the mast.  The rigger recommended against it because 
of the number of holes in the mast.  Anybody have thought on whether a 
series of small holes (1/8, 3/16??) would weaken the mast? 
 
 
 
Thanks, 
 
Steve 
 
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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Jack Fitzgerald via CnC-List]

All,

I used Spartite way back when it first entered the market. I have no issues
whatsoever when removing the mast for maintenance. The wood mast wedges
went the way of the Dodo bird years ago.

Simply read and then follow the instructions exactly.


Best regards,
Jack Fitzgerald
C&C 39TM
HONEY - US12788
Savannah, GA USA

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On Thu, Feb 7, 2019 at 10:53 AM CHARLES SCHEAFFER via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> I don't have Spartite but it looks like a very good solution to prevent
> point loading and something I always wanted.  I believe you want the
> Spartite plug to stick to the mast and to release from the collar and may
> require some persuasion from inside to help that along when they crane out
> the mast.   Rubber mallet and short 2 x 4 to tap it loose?   I haven't
> researched this but maybe the collar needs to be heavily waxed before
> assembly, to prevent adhesion.   This would need to be done each time prior
> to restepping.
>
>
> Chuck, Resolute 1990 C&C 34R
>
>
>
> On February 7, 2019 at 10:23 AM "Neil E. Andersen via CnC-List" <
> cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:
>
> What about wrapping something like paper (grocery store bag thickness)
> around the mast before using the Spartite?   Something like mast, lube
> paper, Spartite, boat??
>
>
>
> Neil Andersen
>
> 1982 C&C32 FoxFire
>
> Rock Hall, MD
>
>
>
> Full disclosure – I am a yacht broker with S&J Yachts
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Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] Re: Mast Wedge Help

[Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List]

What I did back when I poured the SparTite was put a 4=part block and tackle on 
the mast leading to each rail so I could pull it into the dead center position.
Spartite is actually a urethane molding compound you can buy elsewhere for less 
$$.


Joe
Coquina
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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List]

You definitely don’t want to make a plug until you are fully content with the 
position of the mast.  As others have correctly stated, the plug eliminates the 
ability to alter the rake as the mast goes through the partners.  If this is an 
issue, do not use Spartite.  I have a 62-foot telephone pole for a mast and 
found a position with which I’m happy.  I don’t tweak the amount of rake.

From: Glen Eddie via CnC-List 
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 10:28 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com 
Cc: Glen Eddie 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

This is a great discussion thread.  I have had the box of spartite in the trunk 
of my car for two years but have been to hesitant to use it.  My main concern 
is that I have not been satisfied that I have ever had the best mast alignment 
in the collar.  If someone could provide info on this this for me for a c&C 35 
mk1 (racing trim).  It would be much appreciated. 

 

Much appreciated. 

 

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Andersen via CnC-List
Sent: February-07-19 10:24 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Neil E. Andersen
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

What about wrapping something like paper (grocery store bag thickness) around 
the mast before using the Spartite?   Something like mast, lube paper, 
Spartite, boat??

 

Neil Andersen

1982 C&C32 FoxFire

Rock Hall, MD

 

Full disclosure – I am a yacht broker with S&J Yachts

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via CnC-List
Sent: Thursday, February 7, 2019 9:10 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Matthew L. Wolford 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Yes.  The line I use to pull the stick is substantial, but it stretches a bit.  
The first time I pulled the mast after installing Spartite, the line stretched 
before the plug “let go.”  The mast jumped about a foot, like a big-ass pogo 
stick.  Very unnerving.

 

As I noted earlier, the bigger problem for me has been getting the stick 
re-aligned so the plug fits correctly when putting the mast back on.  This may 
take some fine adjustments, which takes time, and your help may lose patience – 
especially if you’re splitting the crane time.  In my view, this is the biggest 
downside of Spartite.

 

From: Rod Stright via CnC-List 

Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 5:40 AM

To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com 

Cc: Rod Stright 

Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar when 
hauling the mast out?

 

Rod Stright

Halifax

 

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Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] Re: Mast Wedge Help

[Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List]

I did not do the dead-center method on my 42 after concluding (by measuring) 
that the partners were slightly off dead-center.  Instead, I centered the mast 
in the mast box (which, admittedly, could also be slightly off dead-center), 
and straightened the mast side to side by measuring from the toe rails.  On my 
34, I used the method you describe below. 

From: Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List 
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 11:02 AM
To: mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com 
Cc: Della Barba, Joe 
Subject: Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] Re: Mast Wedge Help

What I did back when I poured the SparTite was put a 4=part block and tackle on 
the mast leading to each rail so I could pull it into the dead center position.

Spartite is actually a urethane molding compound you can buy elsewhere for less 
$$.

 

 

Joe

Coquina




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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List]

Spartite directs that you use petroleum jelly on the partners before pouring 
the plug.  Most people do not want the plug to move on the mast (which Spartite 
assumes), so the mast is not lubed before pouring.  If you want to be able to 
remove the plug, you could use petroleum jelly on the mast as well.  

From: Neil E. Andersen via CnC-List 
Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 10:23 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com 
Cc: Neil E. Andersen 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

What about wrapping something like paper (grocery store bag thickness) around 
the mast before using the Spartite?   Something like mast, lube paper, 
Spartite, boat??

 

Neil Andersen

1982 C&C32 FoxFire

Rock Hall, MD

 

Full disclosure – I am a yacht broker with S&J Yachts

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Sent: Thursday, February 7, 2019 9:10 AM
To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com
Cc: Matthew L. Wolford 
Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Yes.  The line I use to pull the stick is substantial, but it stretches a bit.  
The first time I pulled the mast after installing Spartite, the line stretched 
before the plug “let go.”  The mast jumped about a foot, like a big-ass pogo 
stick.  Very unnerving.

 

As I noted earlier, the bigger problem for me has been getting the stick 
re-aligned so the plug fits correctly when putting the mast back on.  This may 
take some fine adjustments, which takes time, and your help may lose patience – 
especially if you’re splitting the crane time.  In my view, this is the biggest 
downside of Spartite.

 

From: Rod Stright via CnC-List 

Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2019 5:40 AM

To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com 

Cc: Rod Stright 

Subject: Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

 

Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar when 
hauling the mast out?

 

Rod Stright

Halifax

 

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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Randy Stafford via CnC-List]

On Grenadine I use the NGA-18 tapered rubber wedges from Rig-Rite - 
http://www.rigrite.com/Spars/SparParts/Mast_wedges.php 
.  I’ve got a dozen of 
them, and insert them all around the mast.  Grenadine came with hardwood 
wedges, but their lips were breaking off, and they would fall out.

I remove my mast every offseason.  Every spring I slightly tweak the position 
of the mast base and therefore the mast’s position in the collar, based on what 
I learned the previous season.  I made a set of 1/4” teak shims for positioning 
the base fore-and-aft in the mast box.  After tuning the rig - centering 
transversely, ensuring it’s in column, and setting the rake - I put the wedges 
in.

My mast is so frickin’ stiff fore-and-aft I don’t think there’s any way in hell 
my vang induces bend in the lower section.  All I use the vang for is keeping 
the boom down and controlling mainsail leech tension off the wind.  Since these 
are masthead rigs, the backstay only affects forestay tension therefore 
headsail draft, and rake therefore helm balance (secondarily to sail 
selection).  It’s not at all like a bendy J/22 mast and fractional rig.

Some rubber wedges still fall out over the course of the season, which makes me 
think I haven’t got the mast perfectly centered in the collar yet (hence the 
annual tweaking).  Or there may be a bit of play from adjusting the backstay, 
or forces on the rig while sailing.   However I’m afraid to go to a “permanent” 
solution like Spar-tite because I think that would make it a lot harder to 
unstep and re-step the mast every year (using a hand-cranked gin pole, at that).

Regarding the step, my write-up of my mast step support re-build project may be 
of use to you.  It also contains some discussion of the rig tuning aspects.  
It’s at https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B-NqAxQ6JxFTUlhmbUs4YTZlZnM 
.

Cheers,
Randy Stafford
S/V Grenadine
C&C 30-1 #7
Ken Caryl, CO

> On Feb 6, 2019, at 7:58 PM, Steven A. Demore via CnC-List 
>  wrote:
> 
> I had my C&C 30 MK1 dismasted yesterday to do some work on it.  The boat came 
> with no wedges in the deck collar, so I made some one day, just to get 
> through summer.  While taking down the mast yesterday, I asked the rigger 
> what kind of wedges it should have.  He said he wasn’t sure whether C&Cs came 
> with wedges, or a metal spacer.  Does anybody know what the factory used to 
> support the mast through the deck?
> 
> Also, while I am at it. Any suggestions on anything I should be checking on 
> the mast?  I’m replacing the wiring, going to LED lights, replacing all of 
> the running rigging, new blocks and sheaves, and checking out the step.  The 
> boom has the internal blocks and wire for tensioning the foot of the main, 
> but I don’t know whether that is accessible for maintenance or not.
>  
> One last thing.  I was planning to mount steps (the triangular aluminum ones) 
> on the sides of the mast.  The rigger recommended against it because of the 
> number of holes in the mast.  Anybody have thought on whether a series of 
> small holes (1/8, 3/16??) would weaken the mast?
> 
> Thanks,
> Steve
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Re: Stus-List Prepping for 35-1 Keel Bolts/Smile Fix

[Josh Muckley via CnC-List]

In my video, I provide notes and links in the comments section; Stud and
nut conversions along with the torque specs.  It looks like a lubed value
of 299ft-lbs or dry of 254ft-lbs is the highest likely torque you'll
need... Unfortunately the largest reasonable torque wrench you'll probably
find is 250.  Pushing an wrench to it's limit is not particularly easy - by
design.  While you might not "need" a multiplier, it will absolutely make
things easier.

There are lots of ways to lock a bolt without lock washers.  If you
absolutely know that the nuts are backing off, then I would suggest a
second nut to act as a lock nut.

You asked if there was anything you were missing.  A critical step is to be
on the hard when you torque the bolts.

Josh Muckley
S/V Sea Hawk
1989 C&C 37+
Solomons, MD




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cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> Hi  listers,
>
> First of- thanks for all of your suggestions for rebuilding my navtec
> backstay adjuster. It was serviced by a shop in Oyster Bay, NY and the
> local rigger (Jeff Lazar, whom I can't recommend enough) handled the
> removal and reinstall. So, onto the next project!
>
> I've been buying tools as I need them for projects, and this spring I'm
> going to make sure my keep is securely attached to the boat.
>
> Obviously I'll need a torque wrench, a socket, and an extension for the
> forward bolt at the mast. Does anyone know offhand what size bolt is in the
> 35-1? Otherwise I'll add calipers to the list of tools.
>
> The nuts and bolts are rust free, and the PO replaced the iron washers
> with stainless backing plates. I can see they were bedded with a some
> caulking. I am going to remove the nuts, one by one, clean and rebed the
> backing plates with 4200, and bring the bolts to somewhere below the final
> torque setting for a few days before the finishing the torquing to 100%.
>
> Once that is done and it warms up, I am going to address the leading edge
> of the keel with gflex, fair it, and paint the bottom.
>
> Am I missing anything obvious in the bolt torquing procedure?
>
> Thanks,
> Tom
>
> ---
> Snow Goose
> 35-1
> City Island, NY
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Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help

[Josh Muckley via CnC-List]

I don't know if Jake Broderson is still on the list or will answer up but
he was a huge fan of Spartite.  While showing me his installation I asked
about removing the mast and he said that Spartite manufacturer suggests
that the mast can be "slipped" out.  He stated that he did not have that
much luck and needed to unbolt the collar and then have the collar lift off
with the mast.

Josh Muckley
S/V Sea Hawk
1989 C&C 37+
Solomons, MD



On Thu, Feb 7, 2019, 5:41 AM Rod Stright via CnC-List 
wrote:

> Anyone have any problem with the Spartite  stick against the mast collar
> when hauling the mast out?
>
>
>
> Rod Stright
>
> Halifax
>
>
>
> *From:* CnC-List  *On Behalf Of *Neil
> Andersen via CnC-List
> *Sent:* February-07-19 12:40 AM
> *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com; cnc-list@cnc-list.com
> *Cc:* Neil Andersen 
> *Subject:* Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help
>
>
>
> My 32 had wedges and 2 metal straps the bolt on to the mast.
>
>
>
> Neil
>
> C&C 32 FoxFire
>
>
>
> Neil Andersen
>
> 20691 Jamieson Rd
>
> Rock Hall, MD 21661
>
>
> --
>
> *From:* CnC-List  on behalf of Bill
> Coleman via CnC-List 
> *Sent:* Wednesday, February 6, 2019 10:29 PM
> *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com
> *Cc:* Bill Coleman
> *Subject:* Re: Stus-List Mast Wedge Help
>
>
>
> Buy a can of Spartite, forget the wedges.
>
>
>
> Bill Coleman
>
> C&C 39 Erie, PA
>
>
>
> *From:* CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com
> ] *On Behalf Of *Steven A. Demore via
> CnC-List
> *Sent:* Wednesday, February 06, 2019 9:58 PM
> *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com
> *Cc:* Steven A. Demore
> *Subject:* Stus-List Mast Wedge Help
>
>
>
> I had my C&C 30 MK1 dismasted yesterday to do some work on it.  The boat
> came with no wedges in the deck collar, so I made some one day, just to get
> through summer.  While taking down the mast yesterday, I asked the rigger
> what kind of wedges it should have.  He said he wasn’t sure whether C&Cs
> came with wedges, or a metal spacer.  Does anybody know what the factory
> used to support the mast through the deck?
>
> Also, while I am at it. Any suggestions on anything I should be checking
> on the mast?  I’m replacing the wiring, going to LED lights, replacing all
> of the running rigging, new blocks and sheaves, and checking out the step.
> The boom has the internal blocks and wire for tensioning the foot of the
> main, but I don’t know whether that is accessible for maintenance or not.
>
>
>
> One last thing.  I was planning to mount steps (the triangular aluminum
> ones) on the sides of the mast.  The rigger recommended against it because
> of the number of holes in the mast.  Anybody have thought on whether a
> series of small holes (1/8, 3/16??) would weaken the mast?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Steve
>
>
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Stus-List Spartite and mast rake - random thoughts

[Dennis C. via CnC-List]

Starting a new thread here excluding the wedge topic.  Some random thoughts
on the subject.

First, conventional wisdom on mast rake for the older C&C's is 1 degree
aft.  To get close, multiply your boat's P dimension in feet by 0.21.
(That's the sine of 1 degree x 12 inches)  That yields the number of inches
aft of the mast where a plumb line hung from the masthead should touch the
boom.  If you hang the plumb weight from the main halyard you may have to
add an inch or two if your main halyard sheave protrudes a bit aft of the
plane of the aft side of the mast.

Personally, I would err on the side of more rake.  For instance 1 degree
for a 35-1's P dimension of 38 feet is 8 inches.  I'd use 9-10 inches.

You can set rake with wedges at the collar or by moving the masthead.  If
you can remove all the wedges and achieve desired rake by moving the butt
of the mast in the step then you can set the mast in the collar with
Spartite.

If your mast is already set with Spartite, you can still adjust rake by
lengthening or shortening the forestay.  An easy way to increase rake is to
add a toggle to the forestay.  Caveat:  If the mast is fixed at both the
collar and the step, moving the masthead aft will add a bit of pre-bend.
This will flatten your mainsail.

A rule of thumb is adding 4-5 inches to the forestay will move the masthead
aft about 1 inch.

I set a bit more than 1 degree on Touche' to increase pointing ability.  I
achieved the additional rake by replacing the forestay with a longer one.
My rigger buddy and I did it so the cost was minimal.  I haven't noticed an
excessive amount of weather helm.

Your weather helm experience with rake may vary due to the cut and
condition of your sails.

Touche' does have Spartite.  When I nstalled the Spartite, I liberally
coated the inside of the collar with petroleum jelly.  I've lifted the rig
twice and the Spartite plug has always popped out with the mast.  On
re-installing, I coat both the inside of the collar and the plug with
petroleum jelly.

I like the idea of using a jack to pop the plug rather than lift with a
crane.  I used a car jack on 2x4's to pop it once.

Reinstalling the Spartite may require some "coaxing".  I used a rubber
mallet and a block of wood to firmly re-seat the Spartite.

Keep in mind that Spartite does NOT seal the mast.  I think even Spartite
says that.  It only holds the mast in position.  I installed gray self
fusing tape around the Spartite and collar.  I haven't seen a drop of
leakage in years.

Reminder: If you reply to this, please trim the content due to its length.

Dennis C.
Touche' 35-1 #83
Mandeville, LA
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Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] Re: Mast Wedge Help

[Dennis C. via CnC-List]

An important point Matthew makes.  A quick rig tune before installing
Spartite is important.  With no constraints in the collar, center the
masthead and make sure the mast is in column.

Touche's mast was noticeably off to one side of the collar opening when I
installed Spartite.  The mast step and shroud attachments dictate the tune
of the mast.  The location of the  collar is secondary.  It may well be off
centerline.

Dennis C.

On Thu, Feb 7, 2019, 9:30 AM Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List <
cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote:

> I did not do the dead-center method on my 42 after concluding (by
> measuring) that the partners were slightly off dead-center.  Instead, I
> centered the mast in the mast box (which, admittedly, could also be
> slightly off dead-center), and straightened the mast side to side by
> measuring from the toe rails.  On my 34, I used the method you describe
> below.
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Re: Stus-List [EXTERNAL] Re: Prepping for 35-1 Keel Bolts/Smile Fix

[Della Barba, Joe via CnC-List]

Even more so when you loosen them!


You asked if there was anything you were missing.  A critical step is to be on 
the hard when you torque the bolts.

Josh Muckley
S/V Sea Hawk
1989 C&C 37+
Solomons, MD

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Re: Stus-List Cutless bearing.

[G Collins via CnC-List]

Hi Brien

Johnson cutless bearing model "BACK" - 1" shaft diameter, 1.25" outside 
diameter, 4" long.

I got mine from DeepBlue Yacht Supply $58.99

cheers,

Graham Collins
Secret Plans
C&C 35-III #11

On 2019-02-07 9:38 a.m., Brien Sadler via CnC-List wrote:
> Any 35-3 owners have a suggested replacement cutless bearing. Mine has a 
> little play in it and I think it’s time. I know the shaft is 1 inch diameter. 
> Any help is greatly appreciated.
>
> Brien Sadler
> TAZ
> C&C 35-3
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Re: Stus-List Cutless bearing.

[JP Mail via CnC-List]

What he said.
Jp


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