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Front Crossbar Pre-bend
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Estimated reading time: < 1 min
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Requirements
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Front Crossbar
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Tools needed
- Wrench 22mm or 7/8 inch
- Wrench 19mm or 1/2 inch
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There should always be a pre-bend on the front crossbar. This is been achieved by the tension on the dolphin striker.
On new beams the tension on the dolphin striker must be reset after:
– 2 hours of sailing and
– 10 hours of sailing
Reset without mast!
During the season check the pre-bend regularly. -
Check pre-bend always without mast mounted on!
Steps
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1. Release the tension on the nut located on top.
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2. Release the tension on the nut located under the crossbar.
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3. Put grease on both nuts.
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4. Measure 15mm from top side of the crossbar to the bottom side of the upper nut.
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5. Tension the nut underneath the crossbar until both nuts are tightened.
