I have an '89 N6.0 which was built and sold in '88, sail #38. I am wondering what its configuation was called and how I can max out its performance without tearing the mast in half.
Performance is adamant that if I add a square top, it will snap the mast, I have also heard this from other first hand sources so that is out. Performance was also against adding a second set of diamonds and larger spreaders to acomodate a sq top.
This boat has a self tacking jib which I want to keep. It has no overlap, and travels on a track full leingth on the front of the main beam. This is not a curved track---yet.(N20)
This leaves the main, which is boomless.
I have read that the express had a massive main compared to the original(mine?). Was that a sq top? I have also been told that the jib configuration is an Express.(?)
What about increasing the foot leingth and a larger roach, leavin most of the increase low on the mast. Would this leave the sail too full and unable to depower? Also an un-managable leech?
What was done in europe to increase Ball size.
Any input is appreciated, other than "sell the boat".