Bob wrote:
I hear that the Laser Centre are fitting different jib blocks (RWO model R5328 38mm) which do not have the ability to be adjusted so they cleat and uncleat properly to the new Monte Carlo boats. I'm not sure if they will be out of class on the 15 boat rule (the cleating angle is abit of a subltlety) but it sounds like "they are not suitable for the purpose intended" (Sale of Goods Act).
I suggest that on brand new boats just delivered you all check your jib blocks and complain if you have the same part number as Duncan Ford. Please do this EVEN if you do not intend to use the jib - it is only by complaining and catching them out that we will stop them doing unagreed changes to our boat. Insist that they replace them with the original part number Barton Blocks (R473).
Regards
Bob
