Hi all,
My 1976 Oday 25 has no genoa tracks, just the deck blocks forward of the coamings. Is this odd, or did Oday perhaps offer this as an option? In any event, I am now planning to add tracks to accommodate my furling genoa. Not sure, but I think it's either a 120 or 135. I went through the archives here, and it seems the most common placement is on the coaming outboard just aft of the winch.
My question - how do I access this area from underneath to install backing and secure the bolts? I think the starboard side is doable, although tight, through the cockpit locker. But on the port side it looks like the ceiling is in the way. Has anyone done this - is there an easier way? Or is there a better track location that offers better access underneath?
Thanks in advance.
My 1976 Oday 25 has no genoa tracks, just the deck blocks forward of the coamings. Is this odd, or did Oday perhaps offer this as an option? In any event, I am now planning to add tracks to accommodate my furling genoa. Not sure, but I think it's either a 120 or 135. I went through the archives here, and it seems the most common placement is on the coaming outboard just aft of the winch.
My question - how do I access this area from underneath to install backing and secure the bolts? I think the starboard side is doable, although tight, through the cockpit locker. But on the port side it looks like the ceiling is in the way. Has anyone done this - is there an easier way? Or is there a better track location that offers better access underneath?
Thanks in advance.