330 Mast

[distand]

I have been considering moving up from my CD31 to a CD330. I found one that I like but she has a sleeved mast (just above the spreaders). I've never seen that on a Cape Dory before. Does anyone know if this could have been an original design for some 330's or is it more likely a repair?

Thanks

[Frenchy]

I don't have a 330, so can't tell you if that splice was original, but I wouldn't worry about it. Most larger masts are spliced because
there are limits as to lengths of extrusions. Have a professional rigger inspect the sleeved section to ease your concerns. -Jean

[Jim Walsh]

There’s one for sale in the town next to me so I went for a look out of curiosity. There is no sleeve in the mast on this one. I’m inclined to believe it is original to the boat by it’s weathered appearance.

[mgphl52]

I have been considering moving up from my CD31 to a CD330. I found one that I like but she has a sleeved mast (just above the spreaders). I've never seen that on a Cape Dory before. Does anyone know if this could have been an original design for some 330's or is it more likely a repair?
Thanks

Possibly from storm damage repair? If done properly it should not be an issue, other than just a bit more weight aloft.
So, get a survey for peace of mind, if you're really interested the boat.

[Frenchy]

I'm a bit curious about the economics of repairing a broken mast (a bit off the subject I know). It seems there would be a loss of at
least a foot or two when it's broken, meaning a new mast section of the right length would have to be found (and purchased), trimmed and grafted on.
Wouldn't it be less expensive to just buy a new mast figuring in the labor of sleeving and all? - Jean

[mgphl52]

All depends on the damage... masts don't usually "break into pieces" - just get a nasty bend... A proper repair may need to include a short collar around the insert if the "bend" is so bad they have to cut a section out. IMHO a repair would be far cheaper than a full replacement, unless of course, you could find a replacement at a salvage yard.

[jeffr]

Hi I'm new to all this technology websites and all but saw your posts about masts and would like to contact Jim Walsh or anyone who can help find a mast for a cape dory 28 somewhere in the northeast. Many thanks.
Jeff

[Frenchy]

Jeff, you could try MassMarineParts in Quincy, Ma. - a salvage yard. There's another salvage yard in
Quincy, also, I think. - Jean



http://store.massmarineparts.com/catalo ... word=masts

[jeffr]

Thank you so much. I just got this trying to figure how the whole thing now. I will take a look


All the Best,

Jeff