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Hi Tanya
My preference is for a large Samson type post about a foot back from the now roller, a nice round one with a large base. Don’t use wood anywhere- just silicon between the post and the boat and inside either large washers or a matching stainless steel plate, and two fairleads (one each side) fitted in the same way. A decent size cleat will suffice in the middle if you cannot purchase a Samson post but steer clear of galvanised ones or wooden packets as they rot easily.
Have you looked through the technical articles to find pictures or articles that may help?
Chris – Technical Officer
Hi Charles
i have gone through all the archive materials on line and other things I have but no sizes were ever given for adding a spinnaker pole, only sizes for the spinnaker and cruising chute sails. One method is to get a piece of wood (2×1) and on a still day put the sail out. Push it out with the piece of wood until you are happy with the set of the sail and then have one made to that length.
Secondly, contact the suppliers of your mast. Tell them the make of boat and foot length of Genoa and they will work it out to make one.
As for the davits, you can get swivel davits which are the best for a Seaforth because of the shape of the transom, or have some made to measure out of stainless steel.
When fitting you will need to reinforce the transom with a minimum of 1” plywood and bond it in (or use stainless steel plate).
Chris
Technical Officer
Although I do most of my Mac repairs myself, at this point I would consult a mechanical engineer (who is familiar with this engine) in order to avoid serious damage.
Chris
Hi Peter.
I’m sorry but I don’t know the answer to this one! Let’s hope that Bob TUFFNELL sees your post. He will know the answer.
Chris
Hi they are moulded in with the hull then
filled with steel, then glassed over to seal
them up.
Chris
Hi Geoff
I’ve had mine from Jeckells (made to order). They’re excellent, and know Mac designs. Most sailing boats have one these days.
If you contact them, they will ask you to take a few measurements and they will make one to match your boat and ship it out to you.
Chris Nixon
I cannot see this being a problem (moving it back). Either that or fit a new shaft, or have a spacer made between the flexible coupling and gear box.
Chris
Try the stern gland first then check all the seacocks and pip work
the pump should not come on with out a
reason.
chrisHi
you will have to have one made I think.
what part of the uk are you in as we have a
good chap here in the Suffolk/Essex area?
Chris
Technical Officer
Hi
You need to replace the same size as the existing with DZR marine grade ball valve type .
Always replace the skin fitting and tail as well.
You need to put two s/s clips below the water line .
(the taps are marked with the size).
chris
Hi
the fuel will not be any good and needs to de disposed
can you send me a picture of your boat and I will have a look at the problem
chris
Hi
A company called Walker Rubber (in Norwich in England) sells this item, but a truck or car company in your country may be able to supply it also.
It may be used for horse box conversions and is used for Land Rover back windows.
If you do use Waller Rubber and they won’t post it to you, I could always receive the parcel from them and then post it out to you.
Chris
