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The transom support is a simple design. It is merely a 1″ x 8 ” board of a conven ient length fastened to the rudder gudgeons on the transom. What distinguishes it from most o ther supports is the roller incorporated in the top. One person can balance the mast on the roller and roll it back into position so that the foot can be fastened to the tabernacle or mast step.

The only parts not likely to be found in your local hardware store are the rudder pintles, but these are readily available at many local marine suppliers or through any mail order catalog. Use dinghy pintles, and bend the straps out at right angles so that they can be mounted flat on the board, as shown in the illustration. Carefully measure the distance between the gudgeons on your transom and mount the pintles the same distance apart.

The board can be of any convenient length; generally, the longer, the better. Getting the mast up higher makes it less of an obstruction when you need to get into the cockpit or cabin when the mast is stowed. It also makes raising the mast just a little easier. Of course, you do not want to make the mast support too tall or you may have trouble negotiating low overpasses when trailering.

The aluminum channels used to support the roller are available at most large hardware stores or building supply companies. The 3/4 ” width will just slip over the edge of a nominal I ” thick board. You may have to notch the board slightly for a flush fit. Fasten the channels in place with three round head screws.

The channels should be cut long enough to extend past the roller about 4 “. This will prevent the mast from sliding off the edge of the roller. All exposed edges of the channel should be filed smooth. To keep the mast from being scratched, slip a piece of 1 ” heat-shrink tubing over the channels and heat the tubing for a form fit.

The roller is commonly sold as a replacement for the rollers on powerboat trailers, and should be readily available at boat dealers or marine stores. You can use a 3/8 ” carriage bolt for an axle in most cases.

The crosspiece mounted above the pintles is merely a spacer placed so as to fit firmly against the boat’s sheerline rubrail when the mast support is in position. It keeps the whole assembly from twisting or pivoting off center. I used a short piece of 2 x 4.

A plastic cleat for tying down the mast completes this transom mast support. Slip the boards pintles into your boat’s outboard rudder gudgeons, securing the board by slipping a hairpin-type cotter pin through the hole in one of the pintles.

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The center mast support is made to fit in the mast tabernacle. I used two 2 x 4’s nailed together to form the horizontal piece. You may have to plane them down slightly to fit in your mast step. They need not be much more than about a foot long. Adjust the length so as not to interfere with any obstructions on deck. Drill a hole through the horizontal piece the diameter of the hinge pin in the mast tabernacle.

The vertical part of this center support is a 1 x 8 board notched out to fit your mast. The notch is easily cut with a saber saw. The length of this board is critical. It should be just high enough to support the mast without bending it upwards. Measure the height needed with the mast resting on the bow pulpit forward and the transom support aft. Because the mast will probably be sagging slightly in the middle when supported this way, hold the center of the mast up to take the sag out while measuring for the height of the board. Don’t forget to allow for the depth of the notch you will cut out for the mast.

Assemble the boards using stainless steel or bronze screws. After painting, tack a piece of leather to the mast cutout to avoid scratching the spar. A small plastic open-base cleat mounted on the vertical board enables you to tie the mast down.

While both of these mast supports are easy to make, they simplify mast handling considerably, as well as providing the needed secure support for your spar when trailering.

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I have a 21ft MacGregor boat that I have had for 20+ years. I am wondering if anyone knows where I can get a mast holder to hold the mast off the stern when trailering. I seen something on the newer MacGregors that mount using the rutter pins but am open to any type. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Manny  

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Check with Bluewater Yachts in Seattle, Wa. They specialize in Venture stuff. Phone # 800-688-8626. Nice Folks. The mast crutch is basically a piece of one inch steel tubing with a couple of rudder pins attached about 5-6 feet long. The top is a piece of flatiron welded to the top and shaped like a "V". I replaced mine with a roller so I could step the mast myself. Fair winds, Old Salt....  

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my previous owner had a 1" sq tube welded up for an aft mast support. but the fabricator didn't get it right, it isn't square to the boat. and very heavy... but I still use it. http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h169/ftldiver2/MACGREGOR/P1010016.jpg http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h169/ftldiver2/MACGREGOR/P1010012.jpg http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h169/ftldiver2/MACGREGOR/P1010013.jpg then I moved my original brackets to the rear and keep the stock wood support incase I need to drop the mast, not near my car where the iron one stays. http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h169/ftldiver2/MACGREGOR/PB180011.jpg ----------- ot: ^^ JDK, do you tow with the windex attached? (widex no longer sell the model I have (removable / fits in bracket slots attached to mast) and wondered if I loose mine what I'd do) TIA!  

^^ JDK, do you tow with the windex attached? (widex no longer sell the model I have (removable / fits in bracket slots attached to mast) and wondered if I loose mine what I'd do) TIA![/quote] Yes, I do, but I tie the Windex so it doesn't windmill. I've replaced it once because hail hit it and the brittle plastic shattered. Not a cheap item to replace, but indespensible. I used some shrink tubing to hold it on the antenna, which is just the right size for the hole in the indicator. JDK  

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Sheave dia. (in): 1 9/16Sheave dia. (mm): 40Length (in): 2 3/4Length (mm): 70Weight w/shackle (oz): ..

Sunfish, Boom Bullet Block Kit, 90636

Sunfish, Boom Bullet Block Kit, 90636

This is the standard boom bullet block for Sunfish that includes the eyestrap and rivets. Inclu..

Sunfish, Boom Cap w/Eye, 90428

Sunfish, Boom Cap w/Eye, 90428

This plastic cap mounts to the outer end of the Sunfish boom. Eyelet allows the outhaul to be tied o..

Sunfish, Boom Cap w/o Eye, 90427

Sunfish, Boom Cap w/o Eye, 90427

Smooth Sunfish boom cap. Does not come with eye Old # 43106..

Sunfish, Brummel Hook (Package of 2), 91149

Sunfish, Brummel Hook (Package of 2), 91149

Brummel Hooks. Used for a quick connect on the current daggerboard retaining line. Old #20619Sold in..

Sunfish, Gooseneck Assembly, 90638

Sunfish, Gooseneck Assembly, 90638

Classic Sunfish bronze gooseneck. Attaches to the Lower Boom and Mast..

Sunfish, Heavy Guage Boom Eye Strap, 91095

Sunfish, Heavy Guage Boom Eye Strap, 91095

Stainless Boom Eyestrap. Used to hold mainsheet blocks on Sunfish Lower Boom.45mm Length x 40mm Eye ..

Sunfish, Interlocking Eye Bolt, 90412

Sunfish, Interlocking Eye Bolt, 90412

Interlocking bolt for Sunfish booms. This bolt runs through the booms and connects to the sail using..

Sunfish, Lower Boom Race, 89413

Sunfish, Lower Boom Race, 89413

Old # 99228Item is over-sizedThis is not a Standard Shipping item, and is excluded from our standard..

Sunfish, Lower Boom, 89414

Sunfish, Lower Boom, 89414

Sunfish lower boom.Item is over-sizedThis is not a Standard Shipping item, and is excluded from our ..

Sunfish, Lower Mast Cap w/Fastener, 90430

Sunfish, Lower Mast Cap w/Fastener, 90430

Plastic plug for the bottom of the Sunfish mast. Includes fastenersComes with groove pins Old # 7903..

Sunfish, Mainsheet Cam Cleat, 91063

Sunfish, Mainsheet Cam Cleat, 91063

Mainsheet Cam Cleat: A swivel base for mainsheet. Includes a swivel base, bullseyes fairlead, and st..

Sunfish, Mainsheet Swivel Block (Open Shackle), 91252

Sunfish, Mainsheet Swivel Block (Open Shackle), 91252

Open loop swivel mainsheet block by Race-Lite. Max Line 3/8"..

Sunfish, Mast, 89023

Sunfish, Mast, 89023

Complete Sunfish mast section. Includes top and bottom plugsReady to sail Old # 62401Item is over-si..

Sunfish, Quick Adjust Lever, 90563

Sunfish, Quick Adjust Lever, 90563

Quickly adjust the position of your lower boom relative to the mast. This quick adjustable lever doe..

Sunfish, Ratchet Block (2-1/4), 91333

Sunfish, Ratchet Block (2-1/4), 91333

A fantastic block for a variety of applications. A great ratcheting mainsheet block with smooth acti..

Sunfish, Single Boom Block, 10110

Sunfish, Single Boom Block, 10110

This is the forward most block on the Sunfish boom. Basic block, no swivel. Max. line 3/8" Old # 910..

Sunfish, Single Boom Block, 91042

Sunfish, Single Boom Block, 91042

This is the forward most block on the Sunfish boom. Basic block, no swivel. Max. line 3/8" Old # 431..

Sunfish, Snap Hook, 90591

Sunfish, Snap Hook, 90591

Sunfish Mainsheet Snap Hook used for newer style 2-LOOP bridle. Colors may vary (chrome or bron..

Sunfish, Snap Trigger, 91208

Sunfish, Snap Trigger, 91208

This is the Sunfish snap trigger, tie the end of the mainsheet to this and then snap it onto the tra..

Sunfish, Spar Bag, 87132

Sunfish, Spar Bag, 87132

The Sunfish Spar bag is a durable bag designed to store and protect Sunfish spars. The Sunfish spar ..

Sunfish, Stainless Steel 'S' Hook, 90642

Sunfish, Stainless Steel 'S' Hook, 90642

The 'S' hook connects the tack of the sail to the interlocking eyebolt, where the (2) booms meet on ..

Sunfish, Swivel Eye Block, 10111

Sunfish, Swivel Eye Block, 10111

This is the furthest aft block on the Sunfish boom. Equipped with a swivel for smooth action of the ..

Sunfish, Swivel Eye Block, 90411

Sunfish, Swivel Eye Block, 90411

Sunfish, Top Mast Cap, 90431

Sunfish, Top Mast Cap, 90431

This is the cap fitting for the top of the Sunfish mast. Includes fasteners Old # 79031..

Sunfish, Upper Boom, 89415

Sunfish, Upper Boom, 89415

Old # 62405Item is over-sizedThis is not a Standard Shipping item, and is excluded from our standard..

Sunfish Sail Ring (Single Ring), Clear

Sunfish Sail Ring (Single Ring), Clear

The sail rings fit around the booms and clip onto the sail, holding it securely.  Quantity:..

Sunfish Sail Ring (Single Ring), Blue

Sunfish Sail Ring (Single Ring), Blue

The sail rings fit around the booms and clip onto the sail, holding it securely.   Qua..

Sunfish Sail Ring (Single Ring), Red

Sunfish Sail Ring (Single Ring), Red

Sunfish Sail Ring (Single Ring), Yellow

Sunfish Sail Ring (Single Ring), Yellow

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Parts for your Laser sail boat and ILCA dinghy mast and boom. Including top sections, lower section, boom and all the fittings. Gooseneck, top section plugs, laser boom plugs, vang tang and vang straps and more.

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ILCA Composite Top Section Base Plug

ILCA Composite Top Section Base Plug

Ronstan ILCA Vang Key (Curved)

Ronstan ILCA Vang Key (Curved)

ILCA Boom Block Harken

ILCA Boom Block Harken

ILCA Boom Block w/ Becket Harken

ILCA Boom Block w/ Becket Harken

ILCA Boom Vang Plate

ILCA Boom Vang Plate

ILCA Boom Gooseneck Plug

ILCA Boom Gooseneck Plug

ILCA Lower Section Base Plug

ILCA Lower Section Base Plug

ILCA Top Section Base Plug

ILCA Top Section Base Plug

ILCA Top Section Connector Sleeve

ILCA Top Section Connector Sleeve

ILCA Top Section / Boom End Plug

ILCA Top Section / Boom End Plug

ILCA 6 Lower Section Base Plug

ILCA 6 Lower Section Base Plug

ILCA 6 Composite Lower Section Base Plug

ILCA 6 Composite Lower Section Base Plug

Laser / ILCA Vang Upper Block w/ Key

Laser / ILCA Vang Upper Block w/ Key

LCA Boom Webbing Strap

ILCA Boom Webbing Strap

Harken 19mm Bullseye Fairlead (ILCA Vang Base)

Harken 19mm Bullseye Fairlead (ILCA Vang Base)

Laser Practice Bullet Block

Laser Boom Bullet Block (Nautos)

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