420!!
Printed From: Yachts and Yachting Online
Category: Dinghy classes
Forum Name: Dinghy Yarns...
Forum Discription: Tell us your sailing stories
URL: http://www.yachtsandyachting.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1678
Printed Date: 24 Jun 25 at 7:46pm
Software Version: Web Wiz Forums 9.665y - http://www.webwizforums.com
Topic: 420!!
Posted By: radial179102
Subject: 420!!
Date Posted: 21 Apr 06 at 7:41pm
|
Ive just been given a 420 by a friend of mine. It is sail number 38221 (old!) but it was free so meh! Basically, its old, but only been sailed a few times. new sails and good hull and foils. It has Banks sails with a Kappa mast that is very tapered towards the top. I just need to replace all the rope bits and kicker. and possibly the trapeze wires. Any tips on re-fitting a 420? diagrams? guides? Ive looked at the class association website but its a tad too technical for me, being a laser sailor normally, I dont have the brain capacity to think about spreader angles and mast rake!!! ------------- 
Villan is my Bitch ;) |
Replies:
Posted By: radial179102
Date Posted: 21 Apr 06 at 7:58pm
|
oh yeah... and it doesnt have a kite... anyoen know where I can get a cheap one?? its only for messing about in so no need for it to be immaculate racing condition because its only for club racing -------------
Villan is my Bitch ;) |
Posted By: stuarthop
Date Posted: 21 Apr 06 at 8:54pm
|
for ur trapeze wires use some d12 or v12 not sure which is best about 3mm diametter its what i use on my cherub its cheaper n lighter ------------- |
Posted By: getafix
Date Posted: 27 Apr 06 at 10:56am
|
best wait till everyone else has retired back to the clubhouse and
small boys & girls are being blown backwards down the shoreline
(while still attached to their parents)... these are ideal conditions
for 4twinkie sailing, don't under any circumstances leave the
beach in under 20knots of breeze or you'll be bored quickly by your new
boat
------------- Feeling sorry for vegans since it became the latest fad to claim you are one |