[C320-list] Mast removed

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Lou,  I would add:  closely inspect ALL rigging,.... the spreader end caps tend to loose their screws, 
Check for frozen turn-buckles, inspect/ clean all electrical connection at base of mast.
I had my mast out for the season so it could be inspected.  The above was found.  I also 
replaced the main halyard.

Art     #680


-----Original Message-----
From: Flyingmonkey <lou at flyingmonkey.im>
To: C320-list <C320-list at catalina320.com>
Sent: Mon, Jun 3, 2013 10:04 pm
Subject: [C320-list] Mast removed


Hello,

Blue Moon is currently on the hard undergoing preparation for transport by truck 
to St. Petersburg, FL. Many thanks to CAPT Diane for her excellent article on 
transporting a C-320. I'm writing the group this evening looking for input on 
preventive maintenance or projects to undertake while the mast is down. First 
off let me make the disclaimer, if you subscribe to the "if its not broken don't 
fix it" philosophy, please save your time and kindly reserve your comments. I've 
never shipped a boat before and I've never had the mast removed on any of my 
previous sailboats. 

Projects currently on my list:
-Add anemometer and wiring
-Change anchor light fixture (any LED recommendations)
-Replace deck and steaming light bulbs (fixture appears to be in very good 
condition).
-Replace VHF antenna
-Replace mast head sheaves
-Wash and wax mast/boom.

What am I missing? Should I be inspecting anything else? I only have about two 
weeks total time between now and commissioning at destination. I welcome your 
experience and suggestions.


Thank you,

Lou Hodac 
Blue Moon 
Hull #702
Soon to be in St. Petersburg, FL