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Noel Easton
Posts:3
08/23/2007 11:28 PM  
I just bought a J/24 that has all new (2 years ago) mast and standing rigging. I think I understand how to step the mast and set up the rigging. What I need to know is where the topping lift for the boom attaches. There was an old one on the boat but I don't think it has been on the new rigging. Should I drill an attachment hole thru the tang forward of the mainstay on the mast top. Any help would be appreciated...
thanks, noel

Dan Webb
Posts:55
08/27/2007 11:35 AM  
You don't need one.
Most boats just lay the boom on the lifeline.
If you keep your main sail on the boat with a boom cover while not in use then you could use the main halyard if you want to keep the boom lifted
Noel Easton
Posts:3
08/27/2007 5:57 PM  
Thanks Dan
That's what I ended up doing.
It's amazing with all these members that no one else would take the time to help.
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