Block for flag hoist on mast spreader

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I have tried several times to ask "Mr. Google" to find me a replacement block for the block that is attached to the spreaders on the mast of S/V Bali Ha'i. Mr. Google repeatedly shows me deck blocks, snatch blocks, etc. None are close to the blocks on my spreader

The blocks on the spreader are used to raise various courtesy and club flags, etc. They are attached to the spreader with two screws. The plastic drum on both blocks (port and starboard) are broken and the blocks need to be replaced. Since the mast is down I thought this would be a good project even while the weather is still very warm in South Florida.

Can anyone point me to the proper name for this block and/or where I can find/purchase them

Thanks in advance for any and all assistance.

[mgphl52]

Found this link by googling for 'tiny pulley'...

And this link using 'micro 16mm block'...

Once you have a part number, google for the best price/location/convenience/whatever...

[Craig Curtis]

Hi Robert,

Here's the whole kit for what I have installed. Not sure if you can get the blocks on their own.

http://www.westmarine.com/buy/c-sherman ... it--491639

Best Regards,

Craig

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Michael:

Thanks for the links. Question: What would be the best way to attach the blocks to the spreader It does not look like they can be readily attached to a metal rod (i.e. a spreader).

Craig:

Thanks for WM link. I had looked at that and may end up buying "the kit". I was trying to save a few "boat units" and just buy the block since I have all the other "parts". If I can't find a suitable replacement block by itself I will buy the WM kit.

[mgphl52]

Roberto, one these should do what you need. No sense in buying stuff you don't need!

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Michael:

Exactly Thanks a million

[swpatooty2]

Hi, Roberto:

In my former life, I installed flag halyards on over 200 new sailboats for dealers in Fort Lauderdale. For flag halyard mini-blocks, I used Schaefer Bullseye Fairleads, #78-51, instead of small blocks. These fairleads are small, black composition material, mount easily to the underside of a spreader. They are inexpensive ( less than $5) have no moving parts, are totally silent in the most violent of winds or seaways, and flag halyards raise and lower smoothly. Less is more.

KP

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KP:

Thank you very much. That is certainly a simple, elegant solution and, at $5, within my limited budget

In your experience, because there is no moving sheave, does the fairlead rub too much against the flag hoist line that is being pulled up/down against the inside of the fairlead

I had been looking today at a Schaefer clamp on block used for Genoa furling lines:

http://www.defender.com/product3.jsp?pa ... &id=107467

At $44 it is above my budget. Sadly, it would be cheaper to just buy a complete kit as suggested by Craig C. The advantage of the Schaefer block is it can be attached to the spreader without holes and can be moved along the spreader (nearer mast; farther from mast) for an ideal spot so as to avoid contact with the Genoa, etc.

Thoughts by the board

[mgphl52]

Hey Roberto!
That 'clamp on' block is way too much over-kill for hoisting burgees, bras or undies...
That is designed for routing things like furler lines.
The simple Schaefer fairleads will surely solve your needs.

[swpatooty2]

Roberto:

No problem with chafe with the fairlead, as the inner edges are well chamfered.

kp

[pjust]

I'm also planning on adding a flag hoist to the spreader on my Typhoon as one of several off-season projects. I have a micro block I'm not using and was just going to seize it to the spreader with a bit of tarred marline. Add a cleat to the shroud and that should do it.

[Capt Hook]

Hey Roberto!
That 'clamp on' block is way too much over-kill for hoisting burgees, bras or undies...
That is designed for routing things like furler lines.
The simple Schaefer fairleads will surely solve your needs.

That might depend on what size bra or undid Roberto is going to hoist and whether or not they are still occupied.

[mgphl52]

Hey Roberto!
That 'clamp on' block is way too much over-kill for hoisting burgees, bras or undies...
That is designed for routing things like furler lines.
The simple Schaefer fairleads will surely solve your needs.

That might depend on what size bra or undid Roberto is going to hoist and whether or not they are still occupied.

Good point! Just figuredin his neck of the water, most such items were already shed... 8)

[Lisa G.]

I have tried several times to ask "Mr. Google" to find me a replacement block for the block that is attached to the spreaders on the mast of S/V Bali Ha'i. Mr. Google repeatedly shows me deck blocks, snatch blocks, etc. None are close to the blocks on my spreader

The blocks on the spreader are used to raise various courtesy and club flags, etc. They are attached to the spreader with two screws. The plastic drum on both blocks (port and starboard) are broken and the blocks need to be replaced. Since the mast is down I thought this would be a good project even while the weather is still very warm in South Florida.

Can anyone point me to the proper name for this block and/or where I can find/purchase them

Thanks in advance for any and all assistance.

[tjr818]

Lisa G,
Are you posting a message along with the quotes? All I see are the quotes themselves, I don't see any message.

Is anyone else seeing a message?