find out some info on mast

[sailboatman35]

if i had a sailboat and i want to put a mast on it of any kind where can i find info on how to put a mast on my sailboat like where do i put my spearder at and does it matter what kind of mast i get because in my mind i think if u got a mast it should fit any sailboat a poll is a poll or should i said a mast is a mast

[artbyjody]

Originally Posted by sailboatman35

if i had a sailboat and i want to put a mast on it of any kind where can i find info on how to put a mast on my sailboat like where do i put my spearder at and does it matter what kind of mast i get because in my mind i think if u got a mast it should fit any sailboat a poll is a poll or should i said a mast is a mast

I'd suggest getting a sailboat first - they usually come with a mast (included). Try BoatDesign.net

[sailboatman35]

Originally Posted by artbyjody

I'd suggest getting a sailboat first - they usually come with a mast (included). Try BoatDesign.net

i got a hunter 31 and it does not have a mast because someone stole it after a storm and the mast that i bought the man said it would work but a rigger said it would not but any thing would work if u try hard it would work right

[sailingdog]

It would help if you said what year Hunter 31 you had. IMHO, buying a sailboat without a mast and standing rigging is generally a losing proposition, since replacing the spar and standing rigging can cost more than the boat is often worth.

You really need to get a mast that is designed or close to the design specifications for your boat. Your best bet would be to try and find a storm damaged boat of the same make and model that has serious hull damage, but an intact rig and buy the boat or the rig.

This is especially true, if it is a more recent model Hunter, with the B&R backstay-less rig with swept spreaders.