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First steps to junk rig conversion

  • 29 May 2026 13:28
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    Reply # 13637061 on 13618178
    Anonymous member

    Hi Graham and Paul, first, my apologies for the late reply. My shed is nearing completion and my first project will be to make the tabernacle for, I hope, my junk rig mast. My thinking of a fibreglass tabernacle was that instead of a timber one, then sheathing it with Epoxy and cloth, I would make the whole thing out of vinyl ester resin, glass matt and woven roving to a substantial thickness. The finished tabernacle will extend from the boat keel to about one metre above deck level. In all about 2.3 metres. I have included a photo of my home built boat and of the shed. Best regards, Oz.

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  • 20 May 2026 12:58
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    Reply # 13633855 on 13618178
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    Hi Oz,

    your project sounds interesting, and I'm sure many will follow your progress. I am especially curious about your grp tabernacle.

    Would you mind to share some details and fotos of your selfbuilt boat? 

    What is your current state of the junk rig conversion?

    Best

    Paul
  • 10 Apr 2026 14:00
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    Reply # 13619159 on 13618178
    Anonymous member

    Thanks for posting, and I am sure I am not the only one who will be watching your progress with interest.  I have completed two junk rig conversions now, (Arion and Blue Moon) and when the funds permit, plan to convert my current yacht, Arion II.  Following the progress of others is always inspiring, and you never know what clever ideas you may come across.
  • 08 Apr 2026 09:40
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    Hello everyone, I am hoping to convert my home built sailing boat to junk rig. I've read and re- read the junk rig hand book, read Arne's articles on making a cambered sail and made a 1- 20 scale of what my idea of the sail would be. Although this seems far removed from a conversion, the first step for me is i've started building a 30 square metre ( this is the maximum allowed without requiring planning permission ) shed. This is so I can build a fibreglass tabernacle for the mast and have enough room to make the sail. It's not possible for me to do things inside our home as my wife is severely disabled, hence the shed. I know it will be a long process, but I hope to have my new rig by next summer, God willing. If any one is interested, I will post photos as I get along. I will try to put a photo of my scaled sail. Best regards, Oz ( Asim  ).

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