FITTING

The NORVANE is designed for easy “do it yourself” installation and is attached to the vessel with either a four, five or six point, multi-positioned system that will fit most transom configurations;
• “Double enders” no problem
• Off-center positions for stairs and davits works equally well (center mounting is best)
• Mizzens are also no problem.

The NORVANE is available in four models. Choice depends on the size of the boat and freeboard on the transom.

The NORVANE is attached to the vessel with our easily adaptable and sturdy mounting system using stainless steel tubing and cast, stainless steel brackets that can be positioned where-so-ever it is decided to be the most suitable for the vessel.

For optimum performance the unit should be mounted at the most central position available on the back of the boat and must be able to swing freely.

The main holding bracket and tube can be fitted either on deck or on the transom and can be raised with a hardwood block if necessary. The brackets are cast, #316 stainless steel therefore extremely strong and rigid.

The brackets should be attached to the strongest points on the vessel; usually close to the deck/hull joint or backstay chain-plate where the hull is already strengthened; or other strengthening ribs or struts. All the hull attachment points should be well reinforced.

[Remember that the weakest part of the wind vane is the hull of the vessel “a chain is only as strong as its weakest link”]

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