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by folotp
Thu Aug 01, 2019 7:03 pm
Forum: Photographs and Drawings
Topic: July 2019 Lake Ontario
Replies: 4
Views: 7563

Re: July 2019 Lake Ontario

Nice picture. Good to know there are other Freedom owners on Lake Ontario!
by folotp
Wed Oct 18, 2017 4:59 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: Mast cable slap (ARGH!)
Replies: 17
Views: 15127

Re: Mast cable slap (ARGH!)

Thanks for the feedback. I was afraid that the cable ties may not be able to support the weight of the 2 AWG lightning down conductor. I think I will combine a few ideas. First thighten the lightning conductor between mast head and step keeping it in the center of the mast, and limiting its movement...
by folotp
Tue Oct 17, 2017 2:23 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: Mast cable slap (ARGH!)
Replies: 17
Views: 15127

Re: Mast cable slap (ARGH!)

Hi Barry, I had the exact same idea of attaching the cable ties on the 2 AWG lightning conductor that I will be installing, and to then run the other wires through a loop tied to it. How did it work for you? Are you still satisfied after two years? One concern I have is that the 2 AWG cable is prett...
by folotp
Thu Sep 28, 2017 12:31 pm
Forum: Electrical and Electronics
Topic: solar panel system setup - request for advise
Replies: 24
Views: 25312

Re: solar panel system setup - request for advise

Relating to the location of the controller, you typically want it as close to the batteries as possible especially if your panel voltage is high. My panels output at 48V thus the wire size required to minimize voltage drop at 48V is much lower than at 12V. So big $ savings in keeping the longer wire...
by folotp
Mon Aug 21, 2017 10:43 am
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: Carbon fiber mast/part maker
Replies: 5
Views: 5796

Re: Carbon fiber mast/part maker

They certainly can build replacement masts. My masts were both replaced by the previous owner around 2005 and were built by Composite Engineering. They are lighter than the original, yet stronger. They also built the new rotating masts for Farfarer. http://composite-eng.com/portfolio-items/farfarer-...
by folotp
Thu Oct 15, 2015 7:15 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: Reefing Blocks in Boom
Replies: 43
Views: 42879

Re: Reefing Blocks in Boom

I replaced all my reefing lines with ¼" Amsteel Blue uncovered spectra lines. What a difference! The low friction of the spectra makes raising the sails so much easier. I installed covers only on the part of the lines that go around the winch and line blockers. Highly recommended upgrade.
by folotp
Thu Oct 15, 2015 7:03 pm
Forum: Rigging and Sails
Topic: MAST REPAIR PROCESS F39PHS?
Replies: 21
Views: 18644

Re: MAST REPAIR PROCESS F39PHS?

Hi Mike. The two masts on my F39 were replaced by the previous owner after being broken in a hurricane. The new ones were built by Composite Engineering (van Dusen Racing Boats) in Concord, Massachusetts. I have attached the drawings made by the previous owner. I have not verified the drawings mysel...
by folotp
Mon Oct 05, 2015 9:06 pm
Forum: Random Chatter
Topic: Jack Stands - 39 Express
Replies: 1
Views: 3061

Re: Jack Stands - 39 Express

I bought some Brownell Boat Stands three years ago and have been very satisfied. I use eight SB1 Flat Top stands (64" to 79"), and one SB1V Vee Top stand (64" to 79") to support the bow. The keel rests on on two stacks of 8X8 wood blocks (total 16" high). On the pictures below, You'll see that I hav...
by folotp
Thu Sep 17, 2015 11:49 am
Forum: Manuals and Documentation
Topic: Freedom 39 Ad from Yachting 1984
Replies: 0
Views: 4689

Freedom 39 Ad from Yachting 1984

Ad for the Freedom 39 published in the April 1984 edition of Yachting.
Freedom 39 Ad - Yachting 198404.pdf
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by folotp
Thu Sep 17, 2015 11:35 am
Forum: Manuals and Documentation
Topic: Ron Holland - Fast Man Accross the Water
Replies: 0
Views: 4302

Ron Holland - Fast Man Accross the Water

An article from Cruising World, October 1982, on Ron Holland the designer of the Freedom 39.