AQBill
Active Member
I'd like a recommendation for a horn cleat to be used to tie off the halyard and also a recommendation as to where and how to attach the cleat and, finally, what size & length halyard to use. Many thanks!
AQBill
AQBill
Mast Cleat Recommendation
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Kevin Mc
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I got the cleat for my mast at Lowes. It's a heavy duty plastic and about 5" from tip to tip. I predrilled holes in the mast and attached the cleat with stainless steel screws. It's positioned roughly 4' from the bottom of the mast. I bought the line for the halyard from a local West Marine - 1/4" diameter x 25'. I can't recall what it's made of but it is very flexible with no stretch.
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my2fish
I used this cleat: http://shop.toadmarinesupply.com/ships_store/?p=details&mfc=Sunfish&sku=91070§ionid=7037 (but the price sure went up! I paid $10 or so for mine).
The Sunfish Class limits the placement to a max of 48" from the bottom of the mast.
I used the 3M 4200 sealant behind the cleat, and fastened it on with #10 stainless steel sheet metal screws – I had to pre-drill the mast with small pilot holes.
cheers,
tag
The Sunfish Class limits the placement to a max of 48" from the bottom of the mast.
I used the 3M 4200 sealant behind the cleat, and fastened it on with #10 stainless steel sheet metal screws – I had to pre-drill the mast with small pilot holes.
cheers,
tag