RE: M_Boats: RE: Boom Bale/Vang for M17
Boom Vang Kit "for boats under 22 feet"
Looks fine. Actually, it looks similar to a Laser boom vang, and the Laser is a 76 Sq ft sail which sounds about the same as the M-15 main. But... It also looks like it jams the line using the same V-shaped slot that is a PITA on the Laser (chews up the line but is guaranteed to let it go when your back is turned). I made a vang from components, and it certainly didn't cost me any more than $73.30. The block that I used has a cam cleat for the line, which is Much Nicer than that horrid V-slot. Have a look in Boat/West (or is that US Marine) and you should be able to put together exactly what you want. Giles Morris Arlington VA Montgomery 15 "Umiaq" Vancouver 25 "Dolphin" Miscellaneous small craft
I made the boom vang for my M15 using Laser vang parts (WM) and pop riveted a stainless "saddle" T-slot to the boom (like the one in the Dwyer illustration) instead of a bale. Works great and didn't cost anywhere near $73. I have not had the problems Morris indicated. On the plus side, even if the line does fray a bit over the years, a couple of feet of rope is cheap to replace. I also believe that a boom vang is essential on an M15, especially if you move the mainsheet to the aft end of the boom as I did. Joe Kidd M15 #207 "Poco A Poco"
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