I just noticed that my mast is not sitting completely flush down at the base. The fore part of the mast foot is sitting a few millimeters from touching the mast base. Under sail, especially if sailing with just the head sail in waves, there is some noticeable rocking where this gap will close and open slightly.
Similarly, if I pull on the furler the gap closes slightly and when released goes back to its position.
Attached are 2 pics. I slipped a credit card under the gap to try to visualize the distance.
Is this normal? Do I need to tighten my forestay or adjust my shrouds?
Similarly, if I pull on the furler the gap closes slightly and when released goes back to its position.
Attached are 2 pics. I slipped a credit card under the gap to try to visualize the distance.
Is this normal? Do I need to tighten my forestay or adjust my shrouds?
