smiffy
2011-03-09T21:29:11Z
Hi Folks,

I have a Seal 22 No. 384 the last one built by John Baker, I am not sure that is relevant, but I have a question. My boat is fitted with a Parker 235 rudder, and very splendiferous it looks too, but I was wondering what you blokes use for a rudder down haul, just rope, rope and bungee, or all bungee cord? seems to me that one needs to exert enough force on it that it will stay down in use, but should I be giving it some elastic so that it can kick up in the event of hitting anything? I am blowed if I know the best way to proceed? Your thoughts and opinions will be gratefully received.

Best to all, Ray.

Seal 22 MK3 "Morveren" ;;Number 384

(the last one built by John Baker)


Seal 22 MK3 "Morveren" Number 384

(the last one built by John Baker)

Gary
2011-03-09T21:53:36Z
Hi Ray,

We fitted a Clamcleat CL257, it seems popular with other 235 owners and we will put it to the test ourselves soon. Got it from Speedsails 0845 5040600 £11.80 plus p/p (Good service)

Paul Burton was good enough to post some pics on the forum a while back ...just search clamcleat and you will find quite a lot of info from other forumites too.

Gary/Ruth/& Skipper the Working Cocker Spaniel

Crew of Juicy Blue P235


Gary/Ruth/& Skipper the Working Cocker Spaniel

Crew of Juicy Blue P235

smiffy
2011-03-10T01:40:25Z
Thanks Gary,

But do you use rope, shock cord, or both?[:)]

Cheers, Ray.

Seal 22 MK3 "Morveren" Number 384

(the last one built by John Baker)


Seal 22 MK3 "Morveren" Number 384

(the last one built by John Baker)

Gary
2011-03-10T09:12:35Z
Sorry Ray, I did not mention that the clamcleat CL257 was an Auto release type, our downhaul is connected to this device using the original 8mm braided rope attached to 6mm braided rope. We use an elastic band (bungee) to hold the tail of the rope.

Gary/Ruth/& Skipper the Working Cocker Spaniel

Crew of Juicy Blue P235


Gary/Ruth/& Skipper the Working Cocker Spaniel

Crew of Juicy Blue P235

smiffy
2011-03-10T20:02:01Z
Hi Garry,

Sorry for being a bit dense, but could you post a pic or three of the arrangement you have, showing what is joined to which and where?

Somewhat confused, Ray.

Seal 22 MK3 "Morveren" Number 384

(the last one built by John Baker)


Seal 22 MK3 "Morveren" Number 384

(the last one built by John Baker)

Gary
2011-03-10T20:09:16Z
Ray

lhttp://www.parkerseal.or...30&SearchTerms=clamcleat ][/url]

Gary/Ruth/& Skipper the Working Cocker Spaniel

Crew of Juicy Blue P235


Gary/Ruth/& Skipper the Working Cocker Spaniel

Crew of Juicy Blue P235

smiffy
2011-03-11T12:03:32Z
Gary,

Many thanks!

Ray.

Seal 22 MK3 "Morveren" Number 384

(the last one built by John Baker)


Seal 22 MK3 "Morveren" Number 384

(the last one built by John Baker)