![]() |
This forum is now a read-only site and discussions have been archived. You can still read the content but will no longer be able to post. For our ongoing how-to project blogs and video content, visit our “How-To” page at www.sailrite.com. For one-on-one assistance, email us at support@sailrite.com. |
|
Post Reply ![]() |
Author | |
sailor john ![]() Forum Member ![]() Joined: 05 April 2017 Location: seattle Status: Offline Points: 12 |
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Posted: 12 June 2017 at 5:02pm |
I am going to repair a hobie 16 main luff tape. I have studied Grant's mainsail book and sail maker's apprentice. I am still a little confused on how to go about it. Would I stretch out the luff from head to tack till whats left of the existing tape's wrinkles are gone,(assuming that the existing boltrope is fastened at tack and head) put new tape over the existing tape,fasten to tack and stretch tape to head and fasten. Staple tape from center of luff to tack and from center again to head. Release tension and sew along the boltrope with straight stitch and zipper presser foot. Sew zigzag stitch for the rest of the seams, while removing staples as I go.
Thanks john
|
|
john
|
|
![]() |
|
MattGrant ![]() Admin Group ![]() Sailrite Employee - Expert Joined: 21 April 2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 3009 |
![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Hi John,
Yes your process makes sense if the majority of the luff edge is going to be replaced. If the section is shorter you can simply do the work without stretching the edge. Thanks, Matt Sailrite |
|
Best Regards,
Matt Grant Sailrite |
|
![]() |
Post Reply ![]() |
|
Tweet
|
Forum Jump | Forum Permissions ![]() You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot create polls in this forum You cannot vote in polls in this forum |