[C320-list] Backstay adjuster.

[JJ Morrison]

It is indeed the "squeezer" type on the split backstay. I investigated a hydraulic tensioner  but the price scared me away! I would say that the increase in performance is worth the investment and will not affect the PHRF rating. Garhauer has them if you're not aware.CheersJohnM1999#574

> From: amiraults at sympatico.ca
> To: c320-list at lists.catalina320.com
> Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2013 16:21:57 -0400
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Backstay adjuster.
> 
> Mr. Morrison & Browne:
> 
> Is the backstay adjustor you are writing about the strangler type which
> compresses the split portion of the backstay; of block and line anchored to
> one of the backstay chain plates as shown in photos available on the
> website? I race my wing keel (poorly) and the promise of improved upwind
> performance makes me wonder if planning to have one ready for spring
> installation would be a worthwhile upgrade.
> 
> Brian Amirault
> 
> 2001 #797 Waltzing Bear, too