spreader as shown in Figure 2b, using the brass wire provided. The outer
ends of the spreaders and the wire should also be covered with adhesive
tape. Remove mast hinge bolt (27) taking care not to lose it or the lock
nut (28) (Figure 2d).
9. Secure the toggle of the turnbuckle (6) on the backstay (2) to the
backstay chainplate (29) in the cockpit coaming at the transom, using
the clevis pin, split pins or split rings provided, (see Figure 3e ). If split pins
are used, the ends should be bent over.