APPENDIX 9 - PART THREE

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80. Is it permissible to replace the Starboard plastic wheel well plug on a boat that has converted from wheel to tiller? The replacement will be made of fiberglass and epoxy of the same or greater weight that will fit flush in the well. This will remove the potential for the helmsman to trip over the raised surface of the existing cover.

Yes. As long as the replacement cover is the same or greater weight. The wheel well cover (plastic or replacement) must be in place while racing.

81. Is it permissible to change the Harken blocks on the mainsheet to Lewmar blocks?

No. Changing builder supplied equipment is not allowed per Class Rule 10.3

82. Is it permissible to change the Harken blocks on the mainsheet to the next larger size Harken block if the original equipment breaks?

Yes. As long as the replacement block is the same type, and equal or greater weight. The supplied double block on the end of the boom is a 57 mm high load and may be replaced with part # 1971, a 75 mm Harken block. The single 57 mm blocks forward may be replaced with 75mm Harken blocks, part # 1969.

83. Is it permissible to switch from the wheel to a tiller more than once per year?

No. As per Class Rule 15.1. Each boat may voluntarily reweigh once per calendar year. The conversion from wheel to tiller or vice versa is an option, not intended as an optimization.

84. Is it permissible to put small blocks on the cockpit side to lead the tail of the cunningham, outhaul and traveller closer to the maintrimmer?

No. As per Class Rule 10.3, the only items that may be added are hydraulic release valves, fairleads, rope tail bags, handholds, footrests, footchocks, cleats, jammers and padeyes.

85. Is it permissible to receive an additional sail button in 2001 if a button was used prior to November 2000 to build a jibtop sail?

No. The rule to add a jibtop sail was not in effect prior to November 2000, and there is not a provision to grandfather that rule.

86. Is it permissible to add a lateral extension to the hydraulic pump handle to allow the sail trimmer to operate the handle from the outboard rail?

Yes.

87. If a charterer purchases sail buttons, and subsequently purchases a boat, is it permissible to receive a full new sail button allowance?

Yes. As per Class Rule 25.6, each owner of a new or brokerage boat may have the original inventory of nine sails, plus seven extra per year. Buttons may be applied to new sails, the previously purchased charter sails, or used sails purchased from another boat, but all buttons in a boat's inventory must be registered to that owner. In addition, brokerage boat buyers may transfer ownership of any buttoned sails that came with the boat (outside the sail limitation) by purchasing the sail royalty, as per Interpretation 16.

88. Is it permissible to replace the builder supplied Lewmar mainsheet winch gears with Lewmar stainless steel gears?

Yes. The small gear is item #18, Part # 4500 3051, the large gear is item # 25, Part # 4500 3039.

89. Is it permissible to change the existing inboard fitting on the Farr 40 spinnaker pole to one that has a limited rotation, by using a fitting with a stop enabling only a 45 degree swivel?

No. As per Class Rules 3.4, 7.6 and 10.3

90. Is it permissible to replace the Spinlock XC/1 clutches for the halyards and optional topping lift with the new model Spinlock XCS8014/1W clutch?

Yes. As per Engineering Change Order 40017 from Carroll Marine, Ltd.

91. Is it permissible to remove pipe berths that were purchased as an Option for any Farr 40 One Design Class Racing?

Yes. Boats are weighed in the One Design Builder’s Weight Configuration prior to installation of a Builder supplied option such as pipe berths, so they may be removed for Class Racing.

92. Is it permissible to use a soft shackle jib sheet for Farr 40 Class racing?

No. As per Class Rule Appendix 6, the specified fitting is a Presslock, Jr.

93. Is it permissible to change the Lewmar cabintop winches to Harken winches?

No. Changing builder-supplied equipment is not allowed per Class Rule 10.3 (see interpretation 81).

94. Is it permissible to replace the Sparcraft vang with a Hall Spars Quick Vang or Air Vang?

No. Changing builder-supplied equipment is not allowed per Class Rule 10.3 (see interpretation 81).

95. Is it permissible to use class approved and measured components that were not originally supplied and installed on the boat in question, including but not limited to keel, rudders and spars?

No. As per Class Rules15.1 Weight, Appendix 1 Rule Weight Conditions, the Measurement Certificate-Complete Boat, Mast Compliance Certificate and Builder Compliance Certificate. If any boat component is changed, the One Design Certificate will be invalidated until the boat is re-certified under the quoted rules.

96. Is it permissible to use a continuous mainsheet and vang, using larger fairleads for the through-deck fittings to accommodate the splice?

A continuous mainsheet is permitted according to the Class Rule change to Appendix 6 approved in July 2003. A continuous vang is not permitted according to Class Rule 10.3. (modified by interpretation 130)

97. What is the length of time, after a sail has been registered and issued a royalty sticker, in which it can be deemed useless due to a defect in construction or material?

As per Class Rule 25.1, sails damaged beyond repair at a regatta may be replaced at the discretion of the Class representative. If a manufacturing or material defect exists, documentation from the manufacturer must be provided, and no more than one or two events may be raced using that sail, depending on the conditions at those events, and at the discretion of the Class representative.

98. Is it permissible to add two fasteners, one fore and one aft, of the eighth bolt aft on the jib track port and starboard?

Yes, provided that the bolts are flat head machine screws, 5/16 x 18 or metric equivalent, countersunk into the top of the track, not counter bored into the bottom of the extrusion.

99. How does a distance race become a class-designated event where the driver rule (1.2), jib top (25.1, 27.3) and offshore sails (29) come into effect?

Race organizers or regional class administrators must request the designation by submitting it in writing to the Class Secretary with details on the length of race and course type (inshore or offshore). The Notice of Race and/or Sailing Instructions shall state the applicable class rules that are in effect for the race.

100. Is it permissible to replace the cabintop Spinlock "XC" rope clutches with the Spinlock "XX" variety?

No. According to Class Rules 3.4, 10.3 and Interpretation 90.

101. Is it permissible to change the turnbuckle headstay pressure during a race?

No. According to Class Rule 19.14.

102. Is it permissible to add a short strop to the end of the boom padeye between the boom and the mainsheet block?

No. According to Class Rules 3.4, 7.6 and 35.1.

103. Is it permissible to sail with a # 5 jib without a sail button in heavy air regattas?

No. Class Rule 25.6 requires that all sails declared shall have a numbered Class button. There are no minimum requirements imposed on the Class Heavy Weather Jib in Class Rule 25.1. A storm jib not exceeding the dimensions stated in ISAF Offshore Special Regulations Rule 4.27.7 is the only sail that may be carried on board without a button, for safety purposes.

104. Assuming the class receives ISAF approval of the carbon sail proposal, is it permissible to use 2002 buttons to purchase carbon sails (built and buttoned in 2002), with the understanding that they will be eligible for use beginning in April 2003?

No. a) The rule change has not been approved by ISAF as of November 27, 2002. b) The existing rule does not allow carbon sails in 2002. The new rule states that carbon fiber cloth shall be permitted…beginning April 1, 2003. c) Owners voted on the rule change to become effective April 1, 2003 so that all owners have the same start date, and to give them time to get new sails built before their regular racing season begins. d) In addition, it would be unfair for the owners who have already used their allotment of 2002 sails during the 11 months of this racing season that have already passed.

105. Is it permissible to use a storm jib as a staysail for Farr 40 designated distance races, or when the Sailing Instructions require a yacht to carry a storm jib?

No. According to Class Rule 3.4, and ISAF Offshore Special Regulations 4.26.1.a. "…these sails…are not intended as part of the racing wardrobe".

106. Is it permissible to use any buttoned headsail other than a storm jib as a staysail for Farr 40 designated distance races?

Yes, according to Class Rule 3.4

107. Is it permissible to use short (8") aluminum winch handles or carbon fiber handles instead of the standard 10" that are supplied?

Yes, according to Class Rules 3.4 and 10.3c, which refers to a maximum velocity ration when using a 10" handle. An 8" handle would not exceed the maximum.

108. Is it permissible to replace the Harken 011 blocks used on the single part of the traveler control line with Harken 1540 blocks?

Yes, according to Class Rule 3.4 and 10.3.

109. Is it permissible to have a polypropylene tail on the main halyard?

No, according to Class Rules 19.8 and Appendix 6.

110. Is it permissible to set the spreaders on a Farr 40 at the same swept back angle as long as this angle meets the tolerance of the class rule? The method to be used for setting the angle would either be shimming the spreader or filler the spreader with an epoxy allowing for the spreader to sit on the bracket at the appropriate angle.

No, according to Class Rules 3.4, 4.6 and 19.5.

111. Is it permissible to use running rigging that is a different color from what is specified in Appendix 6?

Yes, according to Class Rule 3.4.

112. What are acceptable substitutes for the brand names of rigging that are listed in Appendix 6?

A list of acceptable materials is listed on the table of interpretations to Appendix 6.

113. Is it permissible to use PBO for running rigging?

No, PBO is not an acceptable substitute due to the material properties and cost.

114. What are the metric equivalents of the line diameter that is specified?

Metric equivalents are listed on the table of interpretations to Appendix 6.

115. Is it permissible to splice a tail or head section of a different material into any of the halyards?

No, Appendix 6 does not allow for tapered ends or splices on halyards.

116. Is it permissible to use a swivel cleat for the optional topping lift (see Interpretations 25 and 33) if the original builder supplied clutch is not removed?

Yes, according to Class Rule 3.4 and 10.3.

117. Is it permissible to have a tapered trailing edge on the foils?

No, according to Class Rules 11.1 and 12.1, the trailing edges should be flat as supplied from the builder.

118. Is it permissible to use a ratchet block in the spinnaker pole downhaul system?

No, according to Class Rule 3.4 and 10.3.

119. Is it permissible to remove one of the two Tylaska shackles for the headsails that are attached to the bow U-bolt fitting?

No, according to Class Rules 3.4 and 10.3

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