Installing masts

[steven]

I know this is probably a stupid question, but I feel I need to know before installing a mast.
Should I install the jibs and booms on the mast before installing it?
I believe that's what they are called.
Thanks for the help everybody.

 

[Nomad]

Hi Steven, I have only been through one build process so can only comment from that perspective. My build was the Bluenose II schooner which had two masts (fore and main) with booms and gaffs. I attached the booms and gaffs to the masts after the masts were stepped into the hull without any real issues. I did however install all the hardware (blocks, etc) on all of the masts, booms and gaffs before installing any of the spars. I think that would have been quite tricky if the masts, booms and gaffs were already fixed in place.

Hope this helps

Mark

 

[steven]

Thanks for the reply
I also install the hardware as well.
This is my second build and I am trying to learn as much as I can because I am looking at intermediate ships.
Thanks again