Nevek wrote:
I appear to have this issue. I have the original jib/main sheet systems on my 1985 with all new rigging/aussie halyard. I can't get my jib leech/foot to stop luffing when pointing.
Should I try to reduce the rake or is there something else I could do other than all new sails.
1. Reduce jib block stack height: When attaching blocks to clew, run both the pin and bow of the shackle through the holes in the clew plate. Also, they make some tiny jib clew blocks these days that work well, but you'll probably have to go with a smaller (1/4") line for the sheet.
2. Make sure jib is raised all the way and stays snug. That dyneema line on most of the Aussie systems does not hold a cleat well. I usually take six or seven wraps around the cleat before finishing it with a few hitches.
3. Crank some Springsteen up to 10 in order to drown out the helicopter noise. (It's the best way to listen to Springsteen anyhow.)