Force 5 Spar Question

[BobBill]

Aft boom outhaul assy is pictured.

Is this a pre- or post- 1993 part?

Is is nec to replace it?

What function for long rod attached to boom? Need special parts?

Thanks!

[CutOnce]

Guessing ....

Don't know about the vintage, but the rod is where the clew is attached to the boom - it provides an attachment point that does not bind like a strap around the boom - which enables the foot to move far easier under load. I would guess the wire is attached to some type of purchase arrangement inside the boom - probably 2:1 at least. If rope emerges at the other end my guess is probably right.

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CutOnce

[PAR]

That's an outhaul traveler rod.

[BobBill]

Yes, as I guessed. But could not ascertain how or what fastens to clew to enable adjustment etc.

Appreciate the responses.

Still need to date the aft boom item. It seems I can rig that as I wish anyway, as this mast and boom are not going on a Force 5, but good to have a model to guide application.

Not many 5 sailors around and likely fewer attend this site, but one never knows. Winters are long here.

[BobBill]

So this thread does not linger in the way.

I was informed and more by Chris on the Force 5 site. It is as Par and CutOnce noted and there are variations. I have now to choose.

Thanks for the help.