I have a quick question. Where do I attach the boom vang ? The mast pin (where it is in the picture), or the little tab at the foot of the mast ?
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Either way-
Either one will work, but I would use the tab on the mast foot since it looks like that is what it's for. I would also consider reversing your vang so the block with the cleat is up at the boom- will be easier to adjust.
Either one will work, but I would use the tab on the mast foot since it looks like that is what it's for. I would also consider reversing your vang so the block with the cleat is up at the boom- will be easier to adjust.
There is what is called a twist shackle that you can use and align up straight with on the tab coming upward at a 45 degree angle.. If your mast is a Z spar or U.S. Spar, then there was a piece that was slid onto the mast pin holding the mast to the mast step which I think you can buy thru this store.
On the 23.5 there is a small ring that slides on the mast pin between the hinges when putting in the pin, like Dave says. The vang does not attach directly to the pin. I don't think the pins are made for that. I would take a wild guess that on yours that eye just above the pin was made just for the vang attachement.
I put my vang cleat at the mast end so the loose end is not dangling in the hatchway, but that is a matter of preference I guess.
I put my vang cleat at the mast end so the loose end is not dangling in the hatchway, but that is a matter of preference I guess.
Just remember to call it a twisted shackle and suggest that you take the vang block with you to insure the pin can go thru the hole. It is not called a hoojee. Most will not know what you are talking about but those at the stores will know when you reference a twisted shackle. Basically it is a shackle that is twisted so it will allow the block to go on correctly vs. twisted.
1. Twisted Shackle
2. Swivel Snap Shackle
My vang has a swivel shackle which is more easily adjusted and/or removed. Either will work.
2. Swivel Snap Shackle
My vang has a swivel shackle which is more easily adjusted and/or removed. Either will work.
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Thanks everyone. (And by the way, the term hoojee was just my poor attempt at humor. Won't happen again 
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One more question if I may. The blocks on the boom vang are currently parallel to the deck, boom end and mast end. Should they be oriented vertically on this boat? In that case the twisted shackles would be just right.
!)One more question if I may. The blocks on the boom vang are currently parallel to the deck, boom end and mast end. Should they be oriented vertically on this boat? In that case the twisted shackles would be just right.
No worries, Capt Grog, I call many small metallic parts of my boat "hoojees"
I'm not a vang expert, nor do I play one on TV, but I orient my blocks perpendicular to the deck. I don't think it matters as far as function. But, I do recommend the swivel snap shackles on each end as they allow you to adjust it to any position and make removal/installation quick as a "snap"!
I'm not a vang expert, nor do I play one on TV, but I orient my blocks perpendicular to the deck. I don't think it matters as far as function. But, I do recommend the swivel snap shackles on each end as they allow you to adjust it to any position and make removal/installation quick as a "snap"!
The block orintaton is not critical for function. It does play a part in how accessable the line is and if the block is scrapping the cabin top. Set it up so it works well for you.
Dave hit it on the nailhead as to positioning. Whatever works best and is the easiest for you is the best advice from him.
As for calling objects by different names, I have been known for saying whatcha ma call it.
Hoojee was a new one on me as I never heard that term before.
As for calling objects by different names, I have been known for saying whatcha ma call it.
Hoojee was a new one on me as I never heard that term before.
I like "hoojee", and will begin using it around my saltier buddies as a term-of-art to confuse them. It sounds very nautical and historical, like fairlead, Dorade, or barberhauler. I'd like to request the group come up with some appropriate modifiers, such as left-handed-, Spanish-, or storm-hoojee.
The hoojee was the part you sent the new guy to the storeroom to get when you were working night shift repairing a down machine in the factory. Of course, the storeroom guy needed to know if you wanted a right hand hoojee or left hand hoojee, then fine thread or course thread. We could keep some new guy running for quite a while.
Back to the thread, I agree with the others that you should put the block w/cleat at the boom end but do that first. You might find that just by turning it around you have the parts you need and just didn't realize it.
Back to the thread, I agree with the others that you should put the block w/cleat at the boom end but do that first. You might find that just by turning it around you have the parts you need and just didn't realize it.
My father used to narrow down everything to the term "the thing". So, when he said: "Hart, give me that thing", I had to know by what he did if he needed a 17 mm wrench or a drilling machine. I am not there yet.
Try using those terms on the girlfriend, wife or significant other. Mine did not know what Phillips or straight head screwdriver, pliers, etc were when we were first married.
I am lucky. My wife works in the OR in orthopedic surgery. She uses hand tools, power drills, and saws more often than I do. She knows all the correct names for these tools. As a former aircraft mechnic, I'm no slouch when it comes to knowing hand tools.
She is a dream on a project, slapping a tool into my palm before I even ask for it.
I catch hell if I don't hand it right back so she can have it available for the next time.
No hoojees in this household
She does get annoyed with my loose nautical nomenclature. Is it the head sail, the jib, or the Genny?
She is a dream on a project, slapping a tool into my palm before I even ask for it.
I catch hell if I don't hand it right back so she can have it available for the next time.
No hoojees in this household
She does get annoyed with my loose nautical nomenclature. Is it the head sail, the jib, or the Genny?
