Rigid Boom Vang

[Ben]

Looking to add a rigid boom vang. Has anyone done it on a Hunter 34? Which unit would you recommend?

 

[Ronald Land]

Rigid vang

I have a 35.5 and installed a Garhauer brand vang. All stainless steel construction and good price. You give them the shape of your boom and mast, and they fabricate custom mounting plates. www.garhauermarine.com, 909-985-9993

 

[Eric Swift]

Have one

I have a rigid boom vang, am sorry to say I don't remember the brand. I want to say NavTech - will look next time on board. It was on the boat when I bought it last spring. The boat is a H34. I know the previous owner just had the cylinder rebuilt, I guess it was leaking fluid. A rigger at Fawcetts in Annapolis made some negetive comments about it in reference to leaking while on board for a non related problem. I have really liked it and it has functioned flawlessly so far. It is hydraulic and operates with a lever from the cockpit, adjusting either the vang or the back stay. It is nice to see the sail flatten or the forstay tighten with a few cranks. If it fails, however, I am not sure I would replace it given that my main interest is cruising, not racing. Hope that helps. Eric

 

[Steve Dion]

Garhauer.

Ben:I also have a Garhauer. IF you decide to use their equipment, I would suggest that you get the original mast and boom fittings from Isomat for your mast and boom. This will make the installation more like a factory job rather than taping & bolting the alum.Very good units with a 10 year warranty.

 

[Ozana Halik]

Isomat Fittings?

Steve,I just bought a Garhauer rigid boom vang.What do you mean Isomat Fittings?Is it a brand name?Where do I get them?ThanksOzanamrkayak2@aol.com

 

[Paul Akers]

Isomat fittings...

Isomat is a name brand. They make spars. Your mast might be an Isomat. You can look at an online catalog and purchase online from Rig Rite (www.rigrite.com). Just have your wallet and $$$$ ready.