Ric,
I would also be very interested in the source if the blocks with the insert tangs. While refitting a replacement centerboard on our "project" boat, I was forced into reusing the existing ones that are not in the best condition.
Barry,
Perseverance '87

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From: Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org> on behalf of Ric Stott <ric at stottarchitecture.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 7:10:59 AM
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Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Centerboard won't drop/ control line size

The small blocks mounted on the trailing edge of the CB are from the UK.
They are unique in that they have a tang that slips into a slot on the trailing edge of the blade.  I can’t look them up now but will try during the day.
Also use the most flexible 1/4 line you can find.
Ric
Dadventure

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> On Apr 23, 2024, at 9:27 PM, gstewart.gm at gmail.com wrote:
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> When I removed my centerboard I found that all of the blocks had seized and the pulleys would not rotate at all. Even so, I had been able to lower the centerboard. Retraction was difficult because of the friction but still quite possible. I don't think that the condition of the blocks alone would  likely stop the centerboard from lowering.
> Graham Stewart
> Adile 1976
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> From: Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org> On Behalf Of peter beckerman via Rhodes22-list
> Sent: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 5:40 PM
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> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Centerboard won't drop/ control line size
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> I've been looking at some centerboard photos posted over the years and they look very similar to mine with the slightly smaller blocks on the centerboard and the bigger blocks on the centerboard cap.  I haven't come across anyone else having a centerboard get stuck because of the smaller blocks.  Anyone hear of this happening before?  I wonder if there's anything else I should be scrutinizing.  I don't see anything stuck in the trunk.  Is there anything at the pivot I should look for?
>   Probably unrelated but the board does thump a bit when the boat rocks.  I'm seeing that mentioned in my searches and I gather it's not supposed to do that.  I did notice some room around the pivot bolt which I'll try to photograph tomorrow.
>
> Any thoughts?
>
> Thanks,
> Peter
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