Hey all, I'm about to pay for my $250 Sunfish w/ new style rudder, daggerboard and nearly everything in fantastic condition, but I need to know one thing. The guide on purchasing used Sunfishes (should we call them Sunfii?) states the following:
"Look at the bridle. (Wire or rope attached to 2 eyes on the aft deck, also check for mainsheet hardware i.e. Only the OEM hook, a bullseye with a cam cleat, a ratchet block. You may need to upgrade these. They are not deal breakers but having only the hook will lower the price."
I know what the bridle is. But what on earth is the other thing, where is it located and what does it look like? A photo would be great. What does having one mean vs. not having one? The boat, as I said, is in relatively great shape, light in weight and complete with pristine sail and all hardware. I know it is complete because the person I'm buying it from used it up until now and can get it ready for sailing in five minutes time.But I don't know what this cleat or ratchet block thing is, what would be in its place if it isn't present and whether or not I should try to lower the price a bit if it is indeed missing.
For the moment I'm simply concerned with getting started in sailing on some of the many local lakes around here; fancy hardware, repair, refurbishment, restoration, etc. all come later, likely beginning of next season.
Thanks!
Daniel
"Look at the bridle. (Wire or rope attached to 2 eyes on the aft deck, also check for mainsheet hardware i.e. Only the OEM hook, a bullseye with a cam cleat, a ratchet block. You may need to upgrade these. They are not deal breakers but having only the hook will lower the price."
I know what the bridle is. But what on earth is the other thing, where is it located and what does it look like? A photo would be great. What does having one mean vs. not having one? The boat, as I said, is in relatively great shape, light in weight and complete with pristine sail and all hardware. I know it is complete because the person I'm buying it from used it up until now and can get it ready for sailing in five minutes time.But I don't know what this cleat or ratchet block thing is, what would be in its place if it isn't present and whether or not I should try to lower the price a bit if it is indeed missing.
For the moment I'm simply concerned with getting started in sailing on some of the many local lakes around here; fancy hardware, repair, refurbishment, restoration, etc. all come later, likely beginning of next season.
Thanks!
Daniel