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| Author: | alfred_new [ Sun Nov 02, 2008 6:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | jib hardware suggestions/ options |
The jib hardware on the '87 I sail looks like this:   
I have been studying the catalogue, but I don't understand what my options are. It is not my boat, but the owner wants to maintain it rather than totally overhaul it. Any suggestions would be appreciated. |
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| Author: | sunvista [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 10:45 am ] |
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Maybe it is an optical illusion but I see only one clew block in the photo. Basically you need one swivel cleat, one jib car and one clew block for each side of the boat. Other than that it looks like you need only replace the sheet rope which looks pretty old and frayed. |
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| Author: | alfred_new [ Tue Nov 04, 2008 1:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | thanks for the feedback |
I do have a block on both sides of the clew, you just can't see the other one. I had been thinking about replacing the jib sheet as a first step, but I was wondering if there are any advantages to the newer style of jib travelers and blocks? I know the line is tired, but the sheaves don't seem to in great shape either. |
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| Author: | sunvista [ Wed Nov 05, 2008 7:03 am ] |
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You stated that the owner just wants to maintain it rather than upgrade. The various upgrades allow one to adjust the jib travelers from the trapeze. You can replace the sheaves in the jib cars by drilling out the old ones and using a clevis pin and ring ding. West Marine sells a Harken ball bearing sheave and also a cheaper Delrin sheave. If your existing sheaves are jammed, cracked or broken they will chew up any new sheet rope you install. Best to replace them first. |
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| Author: | alfred_new [ Wed Nov 05, 2008 7:27 am ] |
| Post subject: | thanks for the info |
I mostly solo sail and only have single traps set up, so adjusting the jib travelers while out there is one too many things to worry about. Sounds like I am not missing out on anything by not changing over the cars. I like your idea of replacing the car sheaves. I don't think they are chipped, but the sheet definitely does not move through them well. thanks again 
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