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manuel
Joined: 08 Oct 2007 Posts: 1158
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Posted: Tue Aug 07, 2018 4:46 pm Post subject: |
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Yes, I have two and the screw doesn't spin/slide around inside the base. However I have the deck plate and it spins inside. Otherwise then it just spins on top both the plastic cup and the screw inside the cup.
I'm not sure whether the screw is welded onto the base?
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swchandler
Joined: 08 Nov 1993 Posts: 10588
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Posted: Tue Aug 07, 2018 7:33 pm Post subject: |
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What does that all mean? A universal is a pretty basic product in windsurfing.
I've had both XStreamlined and Chinook universals for years, and that includes both the US cup and Euro-pin designs. None of them has ever let me down. However, speaking for myself, I would steer clear of hourglass tendons. If you doubt me, look down while sailing with them. They're definitely not the most direct connection.
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rideride
Joined: 19 May 2013 Posts: 3
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Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2018 7:21 pm Post subject: |
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I see the OP never replayed, but anyways I've never used streamlined bases, but just looking at the diagram I see that the cut out on the lower bolt that goes in to the nut, that slides in to the mast base, is meant to keep that bolt from spinning. If the bottom bolt that hold the tendon is bent or worn or the slot on the bolt that goes on to the mast track is worn the base will keep spinning and can not be tightened up. Inspect those parts and replace whatever is worn or bent.
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Gwarn
Joined: 22 May 2013 Posts: 125 Location: SF
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Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2018 7:58 am Post subject: |
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That was a older style.
This is the revised model. I had one of the older one separate right in my hand before I installed on my board before a session..
The old owner Dave stood behind his product and would warranty it. the new owners won't even respond to emails until you start harassing them and then you'll get nowhere.
You are better of going back to the chinook to save yourself the grief and frustration of wasting your time with this product.
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rideride
Joined: 19 May 2013 Posts: 3
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Posted: Mon Aug 13, 2018 5:43 pm Post subject: |
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I use Chinook rubber bases, plenty of replacement parts available and the rubber bushing at the base smooth the impact from the board. The rubber piece lasts about 2 years and cost only $20.
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U2U2U2
Joined: 06 Jul 2001 Posts: 5467 Location: Shipsterns Bluff, Tasmania. Colorado
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Posted: Tue Aug 14, 2018 7:39 am Post subject: |
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rideride wrote: | I use Chinook rubber bases, plenty of replacement parts available and the rubber bushing at the base smooth the impact from the board. The rubber piece lasts about 2 years and cost only $20. |
Do you mean rubber hourglass/tendon ?
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