Centerboard stop?

[goodsteel53]

I've noticed that every centerboard photo in this forum has a short pin through the centerboard serving as a stop. Mine has an integral stop. Anyone have any info regarding the originality, history of this style? Many thanks! I've gotten so much from this forum.

 

[jdtaillant]

Centerboard Stop Built in

That's cool! I don't know the origin, but that's one less piece of equipment to worry about. I don't have anything, but the hole and now need to make something up!

 

[SHNOOL]

I have the same problem on my Mod 1, no stop, also not integrated.

I bought a length of 1/2" threaded pipe. I also bought 1/2" nuts to go with it from LOWES. I think the nuts will put the centerboard too high (1/4") maybe? So my backup plan is to just dip the ends of the threaded pipe in liquid handle (for making grips on pliers)..

Anyway, I will do up pictures when/if I get it done.

PS: I wanted to say thanks to all who offered up pictures, and design improvements. This forum is a God Send. Sailing again this weekend - woohoo!