how to replace a spreader on a typhoon

ipswich · Post by **ipswich** » Feb 24th, '13, 21:31

in hurricane sandy one of my spreaders snapped! does anyone have any ideas as to where i can get a replacement and how best to install it? is this an easy task?
thanks!
tim

Bill Goldsmith · Post by **Bill Goldsmith** » Feb 25th, '13, 00:44

This should help. You'll have to do some measuring, order the right tubing and fabricate the new one.

https://www.dwyermast.com/items.asp?cat ... num+Tubing

ipswich · Post by **ipswich** » Feb 25th, '13, 09:30

really? i'd have to fabricate a new one? they don't just make them already constructed?

Randy Capstick · Post by **Randy Capstick** » Feb 25th, '13, 10:27

Try Rigrite.
Here is a link (scroll to spreader about half way down page):

http://www.rigrite.com/Spars/Spartan_Sp ... _mast.html

Good Luck,
Randy

Bill Goldsmith · Post by **Bill Goldsmith** » Feb 25th, '13, 11:18

Based on reports on this board about how long it takes to get orders fulfilled by Rig Rite, I would keep in mind the Dwyer option.

sharkbait · Post by **sharkbait** » Feb 25th, '13, 11:38

It is so easy I am surprised you had to ask. The spreader is a simple straight piece of aluminum tubing. It fits into a socket or upon a post on the mast. Lower the mast (one person can do it but two would be better). Remove the broken piece. Measure the unbroken one and go to your local metal supply store and buy a replacement piece of aluminum. Transfer the outer fitting from the broken piece to the new piece. Stick it back into the socket on the mast. Raise the mast - project done.

Steve Laume · Post by **Steve Laume** » Feb 25th, '13, 15:00

It is a very easy job to replace the spreader. I would not buy a random piece of aluminum to replace it though. There are many different alloys with vastly different strengths and bending qualities. It would be a shame to save a few bucks on a spreader replacement and lose the mast as a result. Some suppliers could probably sell you an appropriate alloy but don't plan on finding it just anywhere.

Dwyer is a very good supplier. They are prompt, professional and easy to work with. The spreader is 3/4" dia X 25 1/2" long with a 1/4" hole drilled 5/8" from one end. You would then need to pull the spreader end from your old one and epoxy it into the new piece. You may need to apply some heat to the old end to release it while pulling with a pair of plies. Set it back up to match the other side and you are done.

If you contact Dwyer they probably already have the Typhoon specs, Steve.

bamabratsche · Post by **bamabratsche** » Feb 28th, '13, 09:55

Dwyer sells a complete spreader assembly the same dimensions as the original Typhoon spreader, with the tube and tip pre-assembled, for about 30 bucks:

https://www.dwyermast.com/searchResultI ... ItemID=466

The old spreader tips on mine were completely fused to the tube, and I think $30 from a good supplier is pretty reasonable for something that's going to keep your mast in the air.

The stock length is a couple of inches too long, though--I cut mine down to size with a hacksaw or you can get them to do it for an extra charge. They were very professional and quick to deal with, and everything is laid out clearly on their website. I have ordered some small parts from RigRite and have not had a problem, but if you do a search on this board you will find a lot of horror stories about dealing with them.

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