Rigging Check
Often forgotten about and invariably left unprotected in one of the harshest of environments, when was the last time your mast and rigging was inspected?
The importance of some basic routine maintenance should never be underestimated as it may well prevent an untimely, expensive and potentially dangerous failure. Any metal left out in a corrosive environment will fatigue and whether your rigging is rod or wire, it is generally accepted that every 2 to 3 years the fittings and terminals should be taken apart, cleaned, and re-assembled with the appropriate lubricants applied. At around the same sort of intervals rod rigging should be re-headed to minimise the risk of sudden failures.
By following a few basic procedures we can extend the life of your mast and rigging, which in the long run will undoubtedly save time and money.
The Rig Shop can set up a maintenance program for your mast and rigging. Please contact us for details.