Forums, Mast, Rigging and Sails, Masthead Fitting

Wizard at 26/02/2018 22:38:16
I have just found that the 4 sheeves at my masthead are either seized or worn and need to be replaced. I think the mast is the original. To remove the sheeves I guess I have to lift the top plate/fitting. There appear to be 2 bolts on the sides of the mast and 2 nuts on the top plate. Do I just remove them and lift it off. Any advice welcome.

Alastair Pugh at 27/02/2018 12:05:09
Just the 2 nuts on the top. The sheaves are still available from Seldén.

Wizard at 27/02/2018 23:40:04
Many thanks, Alastair. Someone told me that the original masts were made by Proctor. I’ll measure the sheeves and speak to Selden.

Keny at 01/03/2018 15:18:28
As far as I know the original gold masts were Kemp. The top is all welded together. The sheaves come out when you remove the two bolts. The sheaves were unobtainable when I did mine but I made some from acetal plastic with bronze bearings. These have lasted well for a good 8 years so far. Hope this helps.

admin at 20/03/2018 17:28:45
If you need new sheaves made by a Contessa friendly machinist I can highly recommend Robin at Sims marine in Hampshire.

George