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John French
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06/24/2008 1:20 PM
Hi, I bought a 1980 J24 #2417 and have the boat disassembled for refit and repairs. All is basically complete and I'm ready to start reassembly. I need some advice on how to calculate the appropriate mast rake so that I can assess whether the mast base is mounted at the correct location on the I beam. It's currently about 10.5" from the front edge of the Ibeam. I haven't bought sails yet or decided on which to purchase, if that makes a difference. Can anyone offer advice to get me started? Many thanks.

Jeff Jorgensen
Posts:3

06/24/2008 1:58 PM
Try Geoff Moore's article: http://www.shoresails.com/onedesign/guide1.pdf Here are a few others: http://www.doylesails.com/j24-tuning.htm http://www.j24fleet55.com/docs/UKJ24TuningGuide.doc http://www.skelleysails.com/j-24_page.htm You may also find this blog useful: http://www.j24class.org/usa/forumarchives/sailsandtuning/mastbutt.html

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