| Upgrading to the 12:1 Kicker Arrangement | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 | One single 25mm diameter metal sheave block, part No. 01-04 (Sea Sure), or similar. |
| One wire strop 37 inches made up length. |
| One extra mast attachment, part No. 057071 (Proctor), to be fitted 2 inches (50 mm) above the existing one. |
| Appropriate shackles & rivets. For the mast attachment ¼ in. rivets are recommended, which may require a heavy-duty manual rivet gun. |
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I've Still Got he Old 3:1 System, what do I do.. ?
Conversion to the 12:1 cascade is the best option. For the complete 12:1 you will need:
| Two single blocks, HA4178 or similar. (HA indicates Holt Allen parts). |
| One single block with becket, HA4093 or similar. |
| One double block with jam cleat, HA4165 or similar. |
| Extra mast attachment as above. |
| Appropriate shackles and rivets. |
| 12 feet of 5mm line. |
But if you now have a 3:1 kicker, you will already have HA 4093 & HA 4165, and you will need only 8 ft. of line.
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Where can I get the parts and what will it cost ... ?
Anglo Marine will supply conversion kits as follows:
| 6:1 conversion to 12:1. £ 21.20 |
| 3:1 conversion to 12:1 cascade. £ 24.70 |
| 12:1 cascade complete. £ 42.00 |
You should be able to obtain the parts from any good chandler or mail order supplier at a similar cost. Before you spend too much have a look in your "bits box", or ask a friend!
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From 4:1 to 12:1 ... ?
We suggest you abandon the 4:1 and go for the 12:1 cascade. Conversion from your existing 4:1 to 12:1 is possible, but almost as expensive as going for the cascade.
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How would a 12;1 kicker affect my sails...?
Dolphin, McNamara and Hood have indicated that there is no problem with racing sails, but that in future cruising sails will be slightly strengthened at the clew and at the after reef point. Dolphin have indicated that the marginal cost increase will be in the region of £16 at 1999 prices. They are, however, currently reviewing their overall price list.
The change is not intended to encourage people to pull the kicker on unnecessarily hard, but to give greater ease of control. However if you decide to make the change to 12:1 and you have any concerns about your existing cruising sails, we suggest you consult your sailmaker. All approved Wanderer sailmakers have been advised of the change.
If you have a steel centreboard and your highfield lever is fitted above the kicker attachment point, Anglo Marine advise that you lead the jib halyard through the left hand sheave at the bottom of the mast, rather than the centre one. (i.e. swop over main and jib halyards). This will minimise the slightly unkind lead caused by the addition of a second attachment point.
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Leading the Kicker control Aft ...?
Leading the control line aft is a good idea, and is permitted in the class rules. It can be done either with a single central control line, or control lines led to either side of the thwart, port and starboard. The latter enables the kicker to be adjusted by the helm or crew without having to come in to the middle of the boat.
The basic idea is to lead the control line(s) to block(s) fitted to the aft end of the mast step, and thence through stainless steel lined deck bush(es) in the forward face of the centreboard case. From there a single control line may be led to a cleat under the after side of the thwart or the after part of the centreboard casing. Dual controls are led to blocks fixed to the floorboards, port and starboard, beneath the thwart close to the centreboard casing. Thence they go to cleats fixed to the after side of the thwart on either side.
A 6:1 kicker with triple blocks is easily led aft if only one central control line is used. To lead this type of kicker aft with port and starboard control lines is slightly more complex.
A 12:1 cascade can more easily be led aft with either a central or port and starboard control lines. The exact requirements will vary depending on your kicker set up, and it is worth getting advice before going ahead. Some methods of leading aft can avoid the necessity of an extra kicker attachment point.
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Where can I get more information...?
If in doubt seek help before going ahead. Anglo Marine are always happy to advise any Wanderer owner on technical subjects and cost, or could make the alterations for you (cost will vary). You can also ring Gavin Barr on 01233 712543, fax: 01233 712076, email gatecott@aol.com, or Chris King on 01249 443295
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