MastEd Rigging

Halyard wrap is dangerous. If it ever happens schedule an inspection because it is common for wire to start coming undone like shown

You can see these all over the place from St.Pete to Tarpon Springs. Whenever you need some Rigging or Electrical services please call, text, or email.

Always take pictures of electrical when removing and replacing fixtures.

US spars and Z spars mast profiles are normally shared and you can find the normal configurations of conduit placement and parts

Shipping masts is a delicate balance of safety and efficiency. Too much material and the mast isn’t safe while on the road with cyclic loading, too little and the mast isn’t safe from wear and tear.

Preparation for jobs is always the way to go. A thorough examination makes jobs go much smoother.

Upper swivel that needs changed due to the bearing being split. Safe sailing.

New furler for a beautiful boat on the water.

Masthead light maintenance is key. When the light draws your battery dead overnight with a small boat like this, then you replace it with LED bulbs and make it where you don’t have to worry anymore.

Merriman Bros. Inc ceased operation in 1967. When you see this trident on your fittings remember that wire manufacturers say 10-15 years for life expectancy and mast manufacturers usually say that you can have to sets of wire for the fittings. Meaning that in 1997 all of these fittings should have been phased out and replaced with newer and safer options.

Winch maintenance needs done. These winches weren’t operating like they were supposed to. Smooth rotation and easy operation of second gear with your thumb should be doable.