sleeving bent boom, fasteners, rod v wire etc

[John DeLong]

we have a five degree sharp bend in a 16' boom where two sheave boxes are located. I plan to cut and sleeve the boom. Can someone recommend an adhesive to use in this application. My first thought was 5200 but I read an old post where Brian vehemently discourages use of 5200 (why?).

We're also breaking all the fittings on the mast and boom and considering replacing all rivets with fine thread screws - any problems with this plan?

Finally, are there any opinions on whether to replace the 20 year old rod rig for wire before heading through the canal. The rig has been well cared for and carefully examined with substantial reheading and replacement of the connectors from the rod to the turnbuckle screws. Has anyone ever heard of rod (on a cruising boat) failing anywhere but at the fasteners? NAVTEC seems to think that with this kind of maintenance/inspection/service program that rod can be used for a long time.

Your thoughts and comments are much appreciated.

Regards, John