Before I removed the masts the bob stay was basically hard up against the bow chain plate which caused me some concern
I was having a chat before I came home and the solution might be its been fitted up side down .
I did hear it was leaking sea water before I bought the boat and it was resealed .Im removing it anyway to replace the bolts and am thinking Ill turn it around the opposite way. so the bob stay will have clearance .
I was going to remake it but turning up side might be the correct way and some how some time in the boats life it was turned upside down

whats the opinion?