How to Make a Boom Vang
This article describes how to make a boom vang with a turnbuckle. It can be whatever length is needed to fit your boat and have either a brass or aluminum finish.
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Spring-Loaded Boom Vang
This article describes how to make a spring-loaded boom vang. The spring compression allows the boom to be pulled down lower than its normal position in order to tighten the leech under certain upwind sailing conditions.
Main Sheet: Our online editor takes the mystery out of carving your own mast
The article focuses on how to design and carve an effective mast for a model yacht, emphasizing that it’s a commonly misunderstood part of construction.