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Lee Millard
I've just purchased a 1985 O'Day 28. I have discovered that were the forward shrouds (the ones that connect to the mast at the base of the spreaders and to the deck forward of the other two) have bulged the deck in a 6" X 4" square. The square pattern is obviously from the plate below the deck pulling up. Now the aft shrouds connect to a rod below the deck which I assume connects to the keel. I'm wondering if this is a common occurance in this boat or has this area been over stressed by a previous owner? Also if I have work done to repair this defect would it be wise to change the way this rigging connects below deck, perhaps to a larger plate or rods to the keel like the other shrouds. Any insite on this is appreciated.