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- Put another coupling unit (sleeve and stop) into position
- Insert a screw (Ø3.9x12.7); do not forget to put some silicone filler into the hole beforehand
- Put another aluminium spar into position
- Repeat the process until only one spar is left
4.3 - Positioning the last spar
- Position the last spar so that it lies flush against the previous spar but do not install it
- Measure a distance of 5 cm back from the sleeve of the forestay
- Mark and cut the spar with a hacksaw
- Put a coupling unit into position (sleeve and stop)
5cm
- Slide the base spar into the drum unit until the two holes are in line, insert the M5x12 screw (after putting some
silicone filler in the hole in order to reduce the stainless steel / aluminium electrolytic couple) and tighten.
4.4 - Installing the top end stop
- Slot the top end stop over the aluminium spar
- Drill a hole (with a Ø4.2 mm drill)
- Insert a coupling unit (sleeve and stop)
- Before putting the screw into position, do not forget to slide the halyard swivel into place (ensure that the conical
end of the halyard swivel faces downwards)
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