Javelin jib and main sheet locations

[John Stevens]

I have a 1969 Javelin. The jib sheets go from an adjustable block on the side of the coaming to a clean on the centerboard cap. For me, it's in the way, especially with the boards bracing the centerboard against the seat just ahead of it. I was thinking of putting the cleat behind the block on the coaming, with a wood backing.

Also, the main takes up some room, has anyone moved it to the transom?

TIA,

John

 

[agprice22]

I would always use a stainless steel backing. Wood backing will eventually fail.

 

[John Stevens]

Thanks Andrew. I've used aluminum or stainless backing plates on different larger boats. The 14 foot Javelin uses wood behind the blocks and cleats and... I have some left over teak pieces that would work and I'm guessing last a while.

Still haven't made the changes, playing around with the boat a bit before I start drilling new holes.

John