Hunter 28.5 Fixture aft of jib/genoa winch?

[Rob Benson]

There are two screws that are seated on top of what appears to be a small teak base about 1.5' aft of my headsail winches on the combing of the cockpit of my 1986 Hunter 28.5. It is a mystery to me what type of fixture may have been mounted on these bases. Cheek block for jib/genoa? Beverage holders? Jib/Genoa block?

I've looked for photos of the 28.5 and I just can't find one that depicts that part of the cock pit.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

rob

 

[kappykaplan]

Could you post photos so we can do a better job of helping you?

 

[Rob Benson]

Will grab some photos when I get back to the boat in the next day or so. Thanks for the reply. rob

 

[sail sfbay]

Photo(s) would be helpful. Is it (or are they) are on both sides of the cockpit and are there holes in them for mounting hardware. My first inclination s a turning block for a spinnaker or large geneoa.

 

[Rob Benson]

Yes, both sides of cockpit. Appreciate the feedback will grab some photos to see if the mystery can be solved.

 

[Richard19068]

Total guess but maybe a base for a Bimini support?

 

[sail sfbay]

Sounds like we have a contest called "name that thing". Once we see a photo the answer should be obvious.

 

[Rob Benson]

It's on.

 

[BobH57]

I had a Hunter 28.5 back in the late 80's/early 90's (great boat!) and I'm thinking those are probably cam cleat mounts for the jib sheets.

 

[Rob Benson]

BobH57, Thanks, that thought did cross my mind. When the weather clears later this week, I'll grab some pictures and post them. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!

 

[Rob Benson]

Here are the images I promised as we investigate the mysterious fixtures that reside behind my jib winches on either side of my 1986 Hunter 28.5. Sorry it took so long. Let the guessing continue...