Source of replacement for spreader T34C

[ArtJ]

I am in possible need of a replacement port spreader on my Tartan 34c

hull number 119 with double lowers

Does anyone know the exact dimensions and the original mfg source?

Thanks

Art

[LordGothington]

I had to get new spreaders fabricated for my 1965 Tartan 27. The shop was able to contact Tartan directly and get the specifications.

[ArtJ]

I will check with Tartan Thanks

The Tartan owner groups also used to have a lot of very detailed information, unfortunately, that information seems to have been lost or moved from the site

[Al Schober]

I would think the new port spreader should be the same length as your current stbd spreader.

[ArtJ]

Al
That is true Spreaders are both up there , however;
I am unable to climb the mast while boat is covered until spring in N.E.
Hoping
to have a replacement on hand ahead of time to avoid delays in
spring and single trip up mast if possible

Thanks

Art

[jcwright]

Art,

I have my spreaders in the basement, waiting for me to install new lights. They are original parts off our T34C (#266, which is the single lower shroud design). If it would help to have measurements of my spreaders, let me know.

jack.

[ArtJ]

Thanks Jack

Yes,

I would love to have measurements!

I am also interested in: length ,diameter, both ends dimensions and size of hole in mast end .

My port spreader is currently sitting horizontal. It should be pointing slightly upwards to bisect the shroud angles.
I asked a helper to check this and he replied that the Spreader mast end
appeared to be loose on this port side only spreader He did not remove the tape
and unfortunately his english is not too good.
I will need to go up myself and eyeball it in the Spring

My boat has double lowers yours may not, but maybe spreader is the same

Is it also possible to post a picture of the spreader?

Thank you very very much

Art

[jcwright]

Hello again Art.

I've taken some measurements and pictures of my spreader. The first page has the sketches of the top and side view, and some notes. The second page has photos. Ignore the masking tape; I put that on so I could mark the various stations on the extrusion. Let me know if you need any other information.

Here's the link to the PDF file:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/16xjVj-COwxjYG5kS-s-HrXpMdd8T7rVd/view?usp=sharing

jack.

[ArtJ]

Jack

A Fantastic document !!

Excellent


Maybe would be worth your posting to T34 Owners group to archive this valuable detailed resource information for others ?


Thank you again very much appreciated


Art

[ArtJ]

Jack


Is it possible to send this document as a ordinary pdf that can be saved or printed outside of google ?


Thanks

[jcwright]

The MMI forum interface is not my forte, but I've tried to attach the PDF file to this response. Please let me know if the attachment fails.

I hope you are able to get the replacement spreader you need. I thought about referring you to an outfit in my area (RI) that claims to have parts that match, but then I read their recent reviews.

Let me know if you need more information.

Jack.

[ArtJ]

Jack

Thanks again
I am able to save and print this attached pdf now



Many Thanks


Art

BTW I keep my boat in Boston RI is nearby

[ndutton]

Art, now that you have it you can post it to the Tartan group yourself.

[jcwright]

Hello Neil (and Art).

It's OK with me if anyone wants to post the document to the Tartan group. I stopped using that forum when it migrated from its original site to its new one. I may be out of date, but many files and other resources seem not to have survived.

I do think the spreader measurements would be more helpful if they included cross sections at a few points. I haven't figured out how to get those yet, but I'll add them when I do.

Jack.

[ArtJ]

Jack

I am not a member any longer as well .
The t34c site changed from the original