I have a 1981 Daysailor 1. I believe build by Rebel. Sail number 11505.
I want to replace the swivel base and block, which is mounted on the top on the centerboard casing. The current one installed, while functional is difficult to uncleat, as the cleat is mounted on a pivot. I purchased a shiny new Harken swivel base and block. Initially I thought that I could just remove the existing fitting, by undoing the 4 fixing screws and replace it with the new. (The old and new swivel bases have the same positions for the 4 mounting screws).
Unfortunately when I tried to remove the existing screws/bolts they just kept turning! It looks to me as though I may need to remove the fiberglass "cap" that sits atop and run the length of the centerboard housing. Then I could get to the nuts or whatever is on the other side. Does anyone have any better ideas? or tips on how easy it is to remove the centerboard housing "cap".
Chris Hughes (chris_hughes-at-ltx.com)