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Derek James
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Bent Mast

Post by Derek James »

Is it possible to remove a slight bend from a single piece mast ? We have a club boat at Draycote with a very gentle bend in the mast . We have tried resting it between two benches and jumping on it but to no effect . Any tips on mast straightening would be appreciated 👍
Derek ( Dray cat ) Sprint 1744
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Javier
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Re: Bent Mast

Post by Javier »

I’ve not tried it myself but Joe from Joyrider TV YouTube channel has a video about the topic:

https://youtu.be/4YVQDNdBhYg?si=e0IFq0BJgBKcV7nV

The channel is a gem, by the way.

I hope it helps
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Mark Aldridge
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Re: Bent Mast

Post by Mark Aldridge »

Probably all you can realistically do Derek is put it between 2 points as the vid' shows and over bend it so it then returns to staight(ish).

Unless it's got a crack in the hound fitting weld which I've seen before. George Carter used to put so much downhaul on he broke them there!
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Derek James
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Re: Bent Mast

Post by Derek James »

Thanks for suggestions .....the video is great and makes it look so easy ......I suspect Dart masts are a bit stiffer but will give it a go . Cheers Javier and Mark
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