C&C Yachts Mega User manual

Mega Owners Manual

May 15, 1978
INTRODUCTION
This manual is intended to help you to know your C&C MEGA. It is most important to familiarize
yourselfthoroughlywith all aspectsof operating andmaintaining your MEGAin a safeand efficient
manner. Read your manual carefully as well as the manuals supplied by the manufacturers of
components. When you have completed reading these manuals and are still unclear on any aspect
of the MEGA, your MEGA dealer will be pleased to help you or you may write to us directly.
You may find your yacht is equipped with gear different from that shown in your manual. Any new
piece of equipment will be in all cases, equal to, or better than, its predecessor.
On taking delivery of your MEGA, be sure to read and understand the C&C MEGA warranty. Fill
in the warranty card or the change of ownership card and return it to us immediately.
We know you will have many satisfying and happy hours of sailing in your C&C MEGA.

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I N D E X
1 . INTRODUCTION
2. LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS AND TABLES
3. CONSTRUCTION
3. 1 Hull
3.2 Deck
3.3 Hull/Deck Joint
3.4 Rudder & steering
3.5 Ballast
3.6 KEEL - WARNING
3.7 Keel - Exception
3.8 Keel Positioning After Launch - General
3.9 Operating Procedures
3.10 CAUTIONS AND NOTES
3.11 Keel Hoist Maintenance
3.12 Chain Tension - Winch
3.13 Battery Charging
4. ACCESSORIES
4.1 To Install Thru Hull Fittings
4.2 Installation of Deck Fittings
4.3 Trailers and Trailering
4.4 Suggested Trailer and Tow Vehicle Specifications
5. MAINTENANCE
5.1 Windows and Hatches
5.2 MEGA Name
5.3 Sail Care
6. FITTING OUT
6. 1 Prior to Launching
6.2 After Launching
6.3 Stepping the Spar
6.4 Mast Stepping A-Frame
7. WARRANTY
8. SUGGESTED READING
9. CONSTITUTION, BY-LAWS AND RULES

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2. LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS AND TABLES
Figures1Trailer Sketch for Hull Support
2Spar Raising In Adverse Conditions
3Keel Lift Mechanism
4Schematic Wiring Diagram
5Sling Locating Diagram
6Typical Warranty Forms
7Warranty Registration Change of Ownership Forms
8Sail Plan
9Accommodation Plan
Tables
1Stainless Steel Components, Slides & Cutbacks,
Slab Reefing Booms
2Standing Rigging

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3. CONSTRUCTION
3. 1 Hull
The C&C MEGA hull is a single unit fibreglass moulding. It is carefully constructed to
ensure the complete wetting of the fibreglass with no voids. The exterior finish consists of
apigmented gelcoat moulded on to the fibreglass. The whale stripe is permanently moulded
in the hull to reduce maintenance requirements. The MEGA name on the side is a pressure
sensitive tape and may be peeled off and replaced. Balsa coring and stringers are used at
numerous locations in the hull to add stiffness with minimal weight.
3.2 Deck
The deck, cockpit, and transom, like the hull, is a single unit fibreglass moulding surfaced
with gelcoat. Balsa core is incorporated into specified deck areas between the layers of
fibreglass to give additional strength. A non-skid finish is moulded into the working areas
of the deck.
3. 3 Hull/Deck Joint
The hull-to-deck joint was specifically designed for the MEGA and details are illustrated in
Fig. 1 . The hull and deck flanges are mated with a layer of sealing compound. Rivets then
attach the two permanently together.
3.4 Rudder & Steering
The outboard kick-up rudder for the MEGA is constructed of two fibreglass shells bonded
together. The inside area of the rudder is filled with foam to provide positive buoyancy to
assistin"kicking"itup.Yourrudderisequippedwithuphaulanddownhaulcontrollinesand
cleats. When sailing in deep water the rudder must be cleated in the full down position.
When launching or retrieving the rudder should be cleated in the full up position. When
beaching the rudder should be allowed to free float then cleated up after the boat is beached.
The rudder should be removed for trailering and stowed securely on board the boat, in the
towing vehicle, or on the trailer.
Alight spray of silicone lubricant on the pintles occasionally will ease the steering and
facilitate easy installing and removing.

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3.5 Ballast
The keel of a MEGA is solid iron, cast to very close tolerances and treated with an anti-
corrosive coating. The keel gives the yacht stability and because of its foil shape, provides
acertain amount of 'lift' when the yacht is sailing to weather. The keel on your MEGA is
adjustable with an optional electrical winch and screw jack system. The winch will retract
the keel so that the bulb is almost flush against the bottom. In this position, the MEGA has
a draft of approximately two feet.
3.6 KEEL - WARNING
THIS KEELISVERY HEAVY.DONOTATTEMPT TO RAISEORLOWER THE KEEL
WITH ANY DEVICE OR MECHANISM EXCEPT THE SCREW JACK PROVIDED BY
THE BUILDER. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF THE SCREW JACK MUST BE
COMPLETED BY AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE BUILDER.
FAILURETOSTRICTLYCOMPLYWITHTHESEREQUIREMENTSCOULDRESULT
IN SERIOUS DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY.
BUILDERDISCLAIMS ANYLIABILITY FORPROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL
INJURY ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM ANY FAILURE TO STRICTLY
COMPLY WITH THESE REQUIREMENTS.
3.7 KEEL - EXCEPTION
In commissioning or decommissioning a MEGA without a screw jack, a travel lift may be
employed. To lower the keel the pins are removed and the hull is lifted slowly. The keel will
remain on the cradle or trailer. Continue lifting until the keel is fully extended. You are now
ready to launch. An individual should then go inside to pin and bolt the keel in the down
position.
In decommissioning, the keel pin and bolt are removed and the boat lifted carefully. Center
the keel on a trailer or cradle andslowlylower the boat. The keel will slide up into its trunk.
Leave the weight of the keel on the trailer or cradle. The keel is not to be pinned in this
position.

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3.8 Keel Positioning After Launch - General
The keel may be pinned in the up, down or middle position and must be pinned at all times
when sailing. The full weight of the keel should be on the screw jack mechanism ONLY
when raising or lowering to one of the three positions. The keel should be pinned in the
desired position on the forward post, then the winch activated to allow the weight to rest on
the pins on the forward post. The keel weight is designed to be carried on the pins in the
forward post and the screw jack aft. You may adjust keel position while underway, but pin.
the keel and release the tension as soon as the desired position is reached.
The components of your MEGA's retractable keel are depicted in Fig-3 .
IMPORTANT
THE KEEL IN YOUR MEGA WEIGHS IN EXCESS OF ONE TON. THIS IS A LARGE
WEIGHT TO MOVE AND EXACT INSTRUCTIONS THAT FOLLOW SHOULD BE
ADHERED TO. THE KEEL MECHANISM HAS BEEN ENGINEERED WITH THE
GREATEST OF CARE TO PROVIDE TROUBLE-FREE AND SAFE OPERATION AS
LONGASTHEFOLLOWINGINSTRUCTIONSARECAREFULLYCOMPLIEDWITH.
3.9 Operating Procedures
Two keel pins are provided. Remove and install as appropriate where indicated below.
To lower from full up and pinned position:
1 . Plug in winch electrical cable.
2 . Check for obstructions on posts and I-beam.
3. Ensure you have sufficient water depth to lower.
4. Spray full length of jack screw with silicone lubricant through slots on both sides of
aft post.
5. Activate winch UP.Raise only enough to release pressure on pin in forward post.
STOP.
6. Remove top pin.
7. If lowering to mid position, remove the top one of the two mid position pins.
8. If lowering to full down position, remove both mid position pins and the lower
position pin.
9. Activatekeel winchDOWN.LoweruntilI-beamcontactsthemidpositionpinorthe
keel trunk as desired.
10. STOP
11 . Replace all pins. Ensure one is placed just above keel I-beam to lock it.
12 . Disconnect and stow electrical cables.

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3.9 Operating Procedures (cont’d)
To raise from down and pinned position:
1 . Plug in winch electrical cable.
2. Check for obstructions on posts and I-beam.
3. Spray full length of screw jack with silicone lubricant through slots on both sides of
aft post.
4. If raising to mid position, remove lower pin and lower of the two mid position pins.
5 . If raising to full position, remove ALL pins.
6. Activate winch _UP.
7. Raiseuntil I-beam is just above the lower mid position pin hole or the upper position
pin hole depending on location desired.
8. Insert all pins.
9. Lower the keel until it contacts the pin.
10. STOP.
11 . Disconnect and stow electrical cables.
3.10 CAUTIONS AND NOTES
CAUTION:
NEVER ACTIVATE WINCH TO RAISE OR LOWER KEEL AGAINST A PIN IN
FORWARD POSITION. DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
CAUTION:
WHEN TRAILERING, KEEL MUST BE LOWERED SO THAT ITS FULL WEIGHT IS
RESTING ON THE TRAILER. IT IS NOT PINNED WHEN TRAILERING.
Note:Manual Operation - Your MEGA screw jack mechanism is provided with a manual
back-up to the electrical system should it be required. To use, remove the inspection cover
on deck. Insert the winch handle on to the top of the threaded screw jack. Disconnect the
chain from the sprocket on the screw jack by loosening the winch motor mounting bolts and
sliding the motor aft. Now follow the same procedure as outlined with the electrical system.
The handle will require considerable effort to crank and it will take some time to raise or
lower the keel. This is provided as an emergency back-up system only.
Note:The screw jack will not allow the keel to move or fall. Only by turning the screw can
the keel be moved.

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3.11 Keel Hoist Maintenance
Proper lubrication of the keel hoist screw jack nut assembly is mandatory to ensure that the
electrickeel hoist winch motor is not damaged due to overloading. This will also ensure that
excessive battery current is not used, thereby providing maximum battery use from each
charge.
Thescrew should belubricated with aspray type lubricant.GEsilicone sprayandWD 40are
two commonly available brands. Simply start at the top of the slot on each side of the aft
post. Operate the spray and spray down to the bottom of the slot. This should be done each
timethe keeliscycled or oftenenoughto prevent corrosionifthesystem isseldomactivated.
It should also be lubricated prior to the first operation during spring commissioning and
before the final operation prior to fall layup.
The keel is a solid iron casting. It will require periodic painting with paints recommended
by your dealer for your local sailing waters.
There is a bronze roller at the aft bottom end of the keel trunk. While the boat is in the water,
it is water lubricated. It should be lubricated periodically if kept on a trailer and in the spring
and fall before and after commissioning and fall layup with silicone.
Theelectricwinchmotorshouldbelubricatedaccordingtothemanufacturer'sspecifications.
The chain and sprockets should be lubricated with powdered graphite or dry chain lubricant
every five cycles of the keel or once a month - which ever comes first.
The top screw jack bearing should be lubricated every two years by your C&C dealer.
3.12 Chain Tension -Winch
The chain between the two sprockets should normally require no adjustment. Should it
become loose or if the hoist motor has beenremoved, then the hoist motor should be slid all
the way aft in the mounting slots. The chain is then put on the sprockets. Slide the hoist
motor forward until the chain has 1 /2" slack and tighten the mounting bolts.
3.13 Battery Charging
Most small outboards are available with alternators to keep the battery charged. Frequent
operation of the keel lift mechanism may require additional periodic battery charging with
a conventional battery charger.

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4. ACCESSORIES
4.1 To Install Thru Hull Fittings
NOTE:
The bottom of the MEGA is balsa cored in the areas indicated in Fig. Balsa coring in the
form of stringers is also used where indicated. Depending on the location of the thru hull,
follow the appropriate instruction.
In areas where the floor liner exists, it will be necessary to install an access port in the liner
to reach the hull. Plastic covers of various sizes are available from your dealer to cover the
access ports.
Balsa Cored Hull
a. Drill hole size to accommodate the thru hull fitting.
b. Using a knife, remove the balsa core from the area surrounding the hole, one inch in
from the edge of the hole.
c. Fill this area with a marine sealer (3M Scotch Grip Wood Adhesive 5230 or
equivalent) and allow to dry.
d. Install the sea cock or thru hull fitting. Another layer of marine sealer should be
applied between the interior portion of the fitting and the hull. Allow to dry.
Directionsillustratingthevariouscomponentsofthethruhullfittingshouldbeincludedwith
the unit.
Note:Afterapplying the marine sealer between the interior of thefitting andthe hull,tighten
the unit.
NonBalsa CoredHull:To ensurecorrect positioning of the thruhull, consultwith yourlocal
marine dealer.
a. Drill hole size to accommodate the thru hull fitting.
b. Asmall back--up plate is required for strength purposes. A hole the same size as that
in the hull should be drilled in the wood. The holes may then be lined up, the wooden
back-up plate bedded with sealer, and glassed into place using mat and resin.
c. Install the thru hull fitting.
Directions illustrating components of the thru hull fitting should be included with the unit.

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4.2 Installation of Deck Fittings
Winches:Winches require back-up plates. Lock washers and nuts are required. Bolts for
winches, tracks, cleats, etc. should be bedded with a waterproof sealant.
Other:Any deck fitting which is under load (chainplate covers and inboard genoa tracks)
should be checked at least once a year and rebedded with sealant if found to be leaking.
4.3 Trailers and Trailering
It is extremely important that you understand the basic requirements that make trailering a
sailboat both safe and enjoyable. There are booklets published by trailer manufacturers on
the subject. Boating magazines as well as your C&C dealer are other good sources of
information. You should also check with your local authorities about trailering regulations.
You should refer to the specification sheet enclosed in this manual to ensure the boat is
properly supported and meets local trailering regulations.
A MEGA with trailer, motor and gear will weigh approximately 6,000 lbs. Most full sized
sedans or station wagons with a towing package are capable of towing this load. Trailer
tongue weight should be 7% to 10% of the total towing weight. The MEGA is a large
trailerable and due caution should be used to ensure safe trailering.
WARNING:WHEN TRAILERING, THE TOTAL WEIGHT OF THE KEEL MUST BE
CARRIEDONTHETRAILERBED.THEKEELMUSTNEVER BE LEFT SUSPENDED
ABOVE THE TRAILER.
When retrieving the boat, the keel must be fully raised. It is important the boat is centred on
the trailer. Once it is housed on the trailer, the keel will be several inches above the trailer.
The keel must then be lowered so the total keel weight is resting on the trailer bed.
In launching, the keel should be fully raised to clear the trailer prior to launching.
Your MEGA should be secured forward by the bow eye. A safety chain should be attached.
Do not depend on the winch cable alone for security.
The MEGA should be tied down to the trailer just aft of the cabin. A line or strap fastened
to the trailer is led up the side, beneath the toe rail and across the boat, under the other toe
rail and down to the trailer. It should be quite strongly tensioned.
4.3 Trailers and Trailering (cont’d)

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The outboard motor should be well secured in the inboard position for trailering. A line
around the lower unit and secured to the stern restraining bar or stern pulpit is a good idea.
The mast and boom should be well secured. Hatches should be closed and locked, as they
mayblow open oroff duringtrailering. Allinterior loosegear should bestowed andsecured.
Your rudder should be removed during trailering and replaced just prior to launching. Be
sure to lock it in the kicked-up position prior to launch or retrieval.
When trailering, the rudder should be secured in the cockpit, inside the boat, on the trailer,
or in the two vehicle to prevent damage.
Theft is always a potential problem for a trailerable boat. Lock your hatches and outboard.
If leaving the trailer, lock the hitch closed to prevent damage.
4.4 Suggested Trailer and Tow Vehicle Specifications
Tow Vehicle:a . A tow vehicle capable of pulling 6, 000 lbs. is required. b . Hitch - rated at
6 , 000 to 10 , 000 lbs . ; equalizing if required. c. Ball - 2" or 2-5/16" solid machined ball,
6,000 lbs. rated, minimum.
Note:Four-wheel drive utility vehicles and other similar types of vehicles in addition to
pickup trucks and vans are usually rated to haul this weight without additional equipment.
Such vehicles will normally require only the proper size and capacity ball and hitch. Check
your owner's manual or consults your dealer.
Note:Ford, GM and Chrysler all offer towing packages for full size sedans and station
wagons. All three manufacturers rate their vehicles for 6, 000 Ibs. with such a package.
Packagesusuallyincludeanequalizinghitch,boosterspringsorairshocks,largeV-8engine,
transmission oil cooler, etc.
Note:Towing with a vehicle not rate for the task will result in vehicle damage and may be
unsafe as well.
TrailerManufacturers:ManymakesareavailablebutmustbeadequatelysetupforaMEGA.

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4.4 Suggested Trailer and Tow Vehicle Specifications (cont’d)
WARNING:INADEQUATE OR INCORRECT SUPPORTING SYSTEMS CAN CAUSE
EXTENSIVE HULL DAMAGE. WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND YOU DEAL WITH A
RESPONSIBLE TRAILER MANUFACTURER AND BE SURE THE NECESSARY
SPECIFICATIONS ARE FULFILLED.
C&C YACHTS WILL NOT WARRANT DAMAGE DUE TO A FAULTY TRAILER
SUPPORT SYSTEM.
Regarding the selection of trailers for MEGA, we draw your attention to the following three
trailer suppliers whose products have been use tested carrying a MEGA.
Aluminum Trailers - U.S. and Canada
Trailex Inc.
60 Industrial Park Drive
Canfield, Ohio, 44406
Tel: [phone]
Model - TX 6000 2F MEGA
Steel Trailers
U . S . Canada
E.Z. Loader Boat Trailers Clarke Brass Mfg. Co. Ltd.
North 717 Hamilton Street 2399 Cawthra Road
P.O.Box 3263, Terminal Annex Mississauga, Ontario, L5A 2W9
Spokane, WA. 99220 Tel: [phone]
Tel: [phone] Model - MEGA 6000
Model - TCB 6000 MEGA
Suggested Trailer Specifications:
a. 6,000 lbs. capacity - minimum
b. tandem axle
c. welded steel or aluminum construction
d. hydraulic surge or electric brakes on all four wheels
e. padded bunks (min. 8" wide) to support boat from keel aft to within 3 ft. of transom.
Single bunk to be 27" offset (centerline boat to centerline bunk). If two bunks are
desiredoneachsidetheyshouldbe15"and33"offcenterlinerespectively. In no case
go beyond 34" off centerline. This is the point where the balsa coring in the bottom
ends.
f. self-adjusting rollers or padded bunks to support from the keel forward.
Self-adjusting rollers facilitate loading and unloading. 32 rollers is ideal.

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Suggested Trailer Specifications: (cont’d)
g. keel support-rollers, padorplatform to supportkeel.Keel must beloweredonto this
support once the boat has been loaded. The principle is that the bunks and rollers
support the hull and take its weight while the keel pad takes the keel weight.
h. nose wheel with winch or crank. Tongue weight should be 7% to 10% of gross
weight (420 - 600 lbs.). The nose wheel and winch are essential with this much
weight.
i. winch - 3,000 lbs. capacity with cable to winch boat onto trailer and hold it. Multi
speed winch makes the job easier.
j . tires - of adequate capacity, 8 ply or more recommended.
k. lighting system - to federal regulations.
1. fenders - to federal regulations and to protect boat.
Optional Trailer Equipment:
You may wish to consider the following to make trailering easier.
a. walk way down trailer - to keep your feet dry
b. bearing buddies - to ease bearing lubrication
c. waterproof lighting system - eases maintenance
d. galvanized steel - eases maintenance requirement
e. anodized aluminum - eases maintenance and adds to appearance
f. keel centering guides - can be rollers, wood or metal. Centers the keel and boat as it
is recovered
g. steps - on the winch platform - ease boarding when on trailer
h. tongue extension - facilitates launching from shallow angle ramps
i. fenders - ease boarding and maintenance
j. storage box - for gear
k. brackets - to hold mast stepping A frame, rudder, etc.
l. lock - for hitch to prevent theft
m. electric trailer winch - eases recovery job
n. spare tire and carrier - always a good idea
o. trailer jack - for tire changing
p. tie-down straps - make the tie down job easier and neater

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5. MAINTENANCE
5.1 Windows and Hatches
The forward hatch of your MEGA is glazed with plexiglass which is impact resistant and
very durable. The surface of plexiglass, however, is not highly abrasion-resistant and
therefore gritty cleaning agents should never be used. Clean plexiglass with plexi-glass
cleaner. If plexiglass requires polishing, plexiglass polish is available from most marine
stores or hardware dealers. Toothpaste may be used as a substitute for plexiglass polish.
Rinse afterwards with clear water.
The windows in your MEGA are made of polycarbonate sheet (Lexan or Tuffac). This space
agematerialisextremelydurableandisoftendescribedas"bulletproof".Thesamebasiccare
and maintenance should be taken as with plexiglass.
5.2 MEGA Name
The MEGA name on each side is pressure sensitive tape. This tape may be cleaned by using
milddetergent solutionand ifdamaged, can be purchased from C&C Yachts or from many
marine supply outlets.
5.3 Sail Care
Your MEGA sails are built by North Sails from the finest sailcloth and to the best
aerodynamic deigns available anywhere in the world. With good care they will serve you
well for many years.
Major enemies of dacron sailcloth are ultraviolet rays, chafe, and sharp objects.
Protect your sails from ultraviolet by keeping them under cover when not in use (a mainsail
cover and a roller furling genoa cover are a good investment).
Protect your sails from chafing by not leaving them hoisted to flutter in the breeze when you
are not sailing - at the club pier during lunch or a break between races, for example.
Eliminate tears by eliminating sharp objects - tape all cotter pins, file all burrs, round off all
sharp corners - and you won't have torn or patched sails.
While wrinkles caused by stuffing your sails into their bags do not cause excessive wear or
shorter sail life, your sails will be much smoother (and take up much less storage room) if
you always fold them after use. Leaving your mainsail flaked on the boom and your headsail
roller furled on the headstay is fine, providing you keep them covered.

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6. FITTING OUT
6.1 Prior to Launching
IMPORTANT NOTE:
If you have the mast stepping A-frame option, you may want to step the spar with the boat
on its trailer or cradle. This is a commonly accepted procedure with "trailer sailors" and
provides a more steady work platform than when the boat is afloat.
If you do not have this option, you will need the service of a crane or gin pole to raise the
spar.
PLEASE do not attempt to walk the spar up, no matter how much help you have. This
method works well on smaller trailerable boats and was tested on the MEGA with
unsatisfactory results.
Be safe, not sorry. Use a crane, gin pole, or the optional A-frame.
Lubricate the screw jack and winch chain if so equipped as described in Sec. 3. 11 .
6.2 After Launching
a. Check any thru hull fittings and the bilge to ensure that leakage is not occurring.
b. Turn on main power switch.
6.3 Stepping the Spar
The spar is stepped in the deck mounted tabernacle.
Thespar shouldfirst be laidout onthe bowpulpit and thecockpit crutchesor ontwoor more
saw horses and checked carefully. Spreaders should have the pins in place and all standing
rigging should be affixed to the spar. Main upper shrouds should be positioned in spreader
ends and locked. Halyards must run freely and sheaves turn easily. Install and check running
rigging. Examine halyards for wear and replace if necessary. Steaming, mast head and
spreaderlights, plusany masthead andspreader lights,plus any mast head windinstruments
should be checked.

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6.3 Stepping the Spar (cont’d)
Tie all running rigging together and secure tightly to the spar with light tine at a point that
will be just above the tabernacle when the spar is stepped. The mast on the MEGA must be
supportedaftwhilebeingpinnedat the tabernacle.The mastraising optionincludes acrutch.
This or a similar support must be utilized to support the mast as you move it aft on the boat
until the top hole of the two holes just above the base is aligned with the top hole in the
tabernacle.Inserttheboltthroughthetabernacleandmast.Secureitsnuglywiththelocknut.
Do not tighten at this time.
Ensure all shrouds are secured to the spar at their upper ends with the Gibb T-ball hooks.
Once the Gibb T-ball hook is installed, a piece of-tape over the opening above the hook will
prevent it from coming out during the stepping procedure. Once stepped, this is not of
concern - the Gibb T-ball hooks cannot come out. Attach the main and lower shroud
turnbuckles to their chainplates. Back off the turnbuckles several turns to ensure easy
stepping. Count the turns so you can return to the original position and "tune".
Attach the backstay and slack it off to its maximum. Also ensure that the twinstay is free and
clear.
If youhave the optionalmaststepping A-frame,rigin accordancewithinstructions provided
in this manual (Sec. 6.4). Otherwise, prepare a rope sling which will take the weight of the
spar. A 10-foot line, minimum 5/8" diameter tied, in a loop will suffice. Place the loop
around the spar below the spreaders and OUTSIDE THE RUNNING RIGGING. THE
FORESTAY, BACKSTAY AND MAIN SHROUDS MUST BE OUTSIDE THE SLING.
Make fast a 1/2" tie-down line to the sling, securing the other end to a cleat at the bottom of
the spar. This line prevents the load of the spar being carried by the spreaders when the spar
is raised to a vertical position. It also facilitates pulling down the sling after the spar is
stepped. Attach the lifting hook to the sling. In some instances the crane height may not be
sufficient therefore the sling must be positioned below the mid point of the spar.
Snugupallturnbuckles.Replaceclevispinsandcotterpins.Tohelppreventdamagetosails,
insert all clevis pins fore to aft or outboard to inboard and tape over the cotter pins. Release
all running rigging and lead to the appropriate blocks and winches.
Tounstepthespar,reversetheaboveprocedure.Beforeremovingthesparforwinterstorage,
make a diagram of the location of the running rigging to serve as a quide when the mast is
restepped. DO NOT use masking or filament tape on the spar. DO NOT expose a spar
wrapped in plastic to sunlight. It is better to leave a stored spar unwrapped.

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6.4 Mast Stepping A-Frame
After the mast is positioned for stepping as in 6.3 "Stepping the Spar" unfold the mast
stepping A-frame and attach the toggles at the end of each leg to the deck brackets provided.
Laying it on the foredeck, attach a jib halyard shackle to the upper eye at the junction of the
A-frame legs. A snatch block should then be attached to the lower eye at the junction of the
A-frame legs. Attach a second snatch block to the diamond base eye plate located on deck
aft of the forestay chain plate. Secure one end of the spinnaker sheet or the self tacking jib
sheet to a bow mooring eye located on the foredeck. Lead the remaining end of the sheet
through the block located on the A-frame assembly and down through the block attached to
the pad eye on the foredeck. This sheet should then run to the winch located on the starboard
cabin roof.
Do not secure the sheet to the winch at this time. This two part tackle will be adequate to
assist you in raising the spar.
Return to the attached jib halyard and start hoisting it. The A-frame will pivot up into the air.
Continuetoraisethe A-frame untilitbecomesperpendiculartothe spar,e.g. pointedstraight
up in the air.
This jib halyard should now be secured through the triple halyard stopper located on the
coach roof forward of the main companionway hatch.
You are now ready to raise the mast. Double check that all rigging is clear. WARNING
CHECK FOR OVERHEAD ELECTRICAL WIRES. ALSO CHECK THERE ARE NO
ELECTRICAL WIRES BETWEEN YOU AND THE LAUNCH RAMP.
The person working the winch and the tailer should stand to starboard. No one should be
under the spar during raising. Assistants should be on deck to support the mast athwartships
as it is raised by keeping the upper shrouds as tight as possible. Someone should be ready to
attach the twinstay as soon as the mast has reached the up position. Start cranking the winch
carefully, checking lines to ensure they are holding. The greatest forces are at this initial
point of raising. Crank the mast up slowly and steadily until it reaches the full up position.
Care should be taken to ensure that the mast remains aligned with the boat's centerline as it
is raised. Do not allow it to swing off to either side. Assistants on the cabin top are essential
in this phase of the operation. Secure the line that was used to raise the mast and leave it
secured until all standing rigging has been attached and checked. Install second bolt in
tabernacle and tighten after tuning.
Remove A-frame and stow below or ashore.
To unstep the spar, reverse the procedure.

May 15, 1978
7. WARRANTY
Included with this manual is the Warranty Form for your new yacht. Please read it carefully.
If there are any questions regarding the warranty's terms or conditions, please consult your
dealer.
When you take delivery of your yacht, complete the Warranty Registration card and mail it
to:
C&C Yachts Manufacturing Limited,
526 Regent Street,
P.O.Box 970,
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada,
LOS 1 JO .
THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND
RETURNED TO C&C YACHTS TO VALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
The warranty registration also serves as a record to meet U.S.C.G. requirements for yachts
purchased for use in the United States.
Alsoincludedareadditionalcardsforchangeofaddressnotificationorchangeofownership.
Please keep us up to date on addresses and ownership since this is the only way we have of
keeping our owners informed of changes in this manual.
Anowner newsletteris beingcreated andwill besent toall ownersperiodically atno charge.
Please keep us informed of your current address so that you will receive this interesting and
informative letter.

May 15, 1978
8. SUGGESTED READING
There are many excellent books and periodicals available on the subject of boating and
yachting. We suggest some below which we feel might be of interest.
The list of titles is by no means complete as a reader's interest may vary. It will depend on
his level of skill and whether he is interested in cruising, racing, or perhaps just general
reading.
Brown, INVITATION TO SAILING, Simon & Shuster.
Chapman, Charles F., PILOTING, SEAMANSHIP & SMALL BOAT HANDLING,Motor
Boating & Sailing Book Division, The Hearst Corporation, New York.
Creagh-Osborne, Richard, THIS IS SAILING (PARTS I, II, III),Nautical Publishing Co.
Ltd., Nautical House, Lymington, Hampshire, England.
Manning, Richard, & Associates, THE YACHTSMAN'S WIFE, (Qrtly), Box 342, New
Canaan, Connecticut 06840, U.S.A.
Simonsen,Capt.SvendT.,SIMONSEN'SNAVIGATION,PrenticeHall,EnglewoodCliffs,
New Jersey, U.S.A.