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This RIGGING INSPECTION could SAVE your MAST
April 13, 2025 · 15 min · 4K views
What this video covers
A comprehensive mast and rigging inspection involves checking all terminals, pins, and cable strands from the mast step to the masthead for signs of stress, movement, or corrosion.0:02 Inspecting terminals requires looking for dark brown marks or cracks, particularly where the metal was crimped.0:37 Avoid double-pressing terminals during installation, as excessive stress can cause cracks; a single press is structurally superior.12:20 When climbing the mast, use a harness with a tool pouch and ascend on one side while descending on the other to prevent halyards from tangling with stays.4:56 During the inspection, examine electrical attachments for signs of paint delamination, which indicates potential corrosion.5:57 Check the headsail furler foil for missing caps or physical damage, and inspect all bolts for over-tightening that may crack surrounding fiberglass.13:47 Use a magnifying glass or a small blade to detect hairline fractures in terminals that are not visible to the naked eye.13:24 Regular maintenance, including sanding and priming exposed aluminum, prevents long-term structural degradation.14:05
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