[C320-list] Whisker pole set up

[Warren Updike]

Alan, I used a padeye. Just be very careful to not drill any further than
the thickness of the mast material. I remember my drill bit did come out
with a slight bit of PCV from hitting the conduit.  Also, make sure the
screws don't project beyond the inside edge of the mast. Cut and file them
if necessary. I used a thread lock to secure and insulate the SS screws from
the mast.

>From what I could find, the inboard end of the pole should be at the same
height as the clew of the jib. I don't fly a spinnaker so I don't have the
need to adjust the inboard end.  I use it only for light air.  The padeye
works fine in this situation.

I use the stanchion-mounted holders from Forespar for storage. The pole is
out of the way and so far hasn't interfered with anything.

Warren & Pattie Updike
Catalina 320, #62, "Warr De Mar"
Middle River, Chesapeake Bay


-----Original Message-----
From: Alan Goodman [mailto:goodmanalanlee at hotmail.com] 
Sent: Tuesday, July 13, 2010 7:02 PM
To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
Subject: [C320-list] Whisker pole set up



Hello.  Just bought a used Forespar 14 foot spinnaker pole for use as a
whisker pole with my 135% and 150% genoas.   Two questions I am seeking
advice for.  

First, my drawings of the mast cross section show conduit and wires at the
leading edge of the mast.  Has anyone successfully installed (i.e. drilled
into and used fastners) either a track or padeye for their pole?  I am
concerned about the wiring being damaged by the drill and/or fastners.

Second, as an alternative, I am considering using a sliding car with welded
ring in conjunction with the inboard coach roof genoa track to affix the
inboard end of the pole.  Any experience of thoughts as to this setup?

Alan Hull 67 Holland, MI
 		 	   		  
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