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Nautiduck
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Initially Posted - 07/11/2007 :  14:52:53  Show Profile
In preparation for a San Juans cruise, I just ordered the standard size tri-lens from the San Diego marine store that Dave Elliot set up the deal with. $180 including shipping is a great deal on this deflector. Thanks Dave!

So, where have people mounted these units on their masts? How high up and has it worked out OK with the genoa, etc. I have a 135 furler foresail.

Also, did you use bolts or snap rivets for the installation?

Thanks!


We cannot direct the winds but we can adjust our sails.
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delliottg
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Response Posted - 07/11/2007 :  15:49:45  Show Profile  Visit delliottg's Homepage
Randy,
I mounted mine about six feet up from the spreaders on my tall rig. The owner of Tri-Lens indicated this was a good position, and higher isn't necessarily better.


I used long 1/4" aluminum rivets. Be prepared to have to bend the mount so you can get it perpendicular-ish to the mast surface.

I have only had my 110 up since it was installed, but I didn't experience any problems with it going past the reflector. It's very smooth along it's surface, so it's unlikely to hang up anything.
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Nautiduck
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Response Posted - 07/11/2007 :  16:12:02  Show Profile
Thanks. Are you moored near Salty's in that photo?? It is my favorte restaraunt.
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delliottg
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Response Posted - 07/11/2007 :  16:38:53  Show Profile  Visit delliottg's Homepage
It's the boat launch at Alki, not too far from Salty's.
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Nautiduck
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Response Posted - 07/11/2007 :  18:04:32  Show Profile
Wow, placed my order this morning (Wednesday) and it has already shipped! Great price and great service!!
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