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Jib Furler
Posted:
Fri May 13, 2011 2:46 amby jray
Harken small boat furler system #435, $220+ cost, new in package, will send away for half price. US shipping included. Trading considered! Promise of good ale when we first meet a plus in any trading deals!
Re: Jib Furler
Posted:
Fri May 13, 2011 5:31 pmby admin
Awful tempting.
This is the system that necessitates a luff wire in the jib though, right? (essentially serving as a forestay?) Bit of an issue on a non keel-stepped mast?
Re: Jib Furler
Posted:
Sat May 14, 2011 3:19 amby jray
Thanks Nortorious, I finally got home and decided to open (now opened package) and read the instructions. Admin was correct on the luff wire being a part of the furling with this system. The rest you explained very well in your post. I began the build thinking about having a furling system for the jib but changed, and now all I will have is a take down line.
I don't see a problem with any type of mast step, some may be easier then others. All require a fore stay, some rolled others not. I am looking for a new home for this system.
Re: Jib Furler
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Sat May 14, 2011 1:01 pmby Tim
I would have thought that for an i550 the harken under deck would be a better option?
Re: Jib Furler
Posted:
Sat May 14, 2011 2:03 pmby admin
I think the issue with the under deck furlers is that they'd reduce J by a significant factor, 6-8 inches?
Re: Jib Furler
Posted:
Mon May 16, 2011 5:45 amby jayhefty
how would a furler effect any type of bowsprit? under deck is going to take up room. might get a bit cramped in the bow.
jay
#375
houston
Re: Jib Furler
Posted:
Wed May 23, 2012 1:39 amby jray
Found a new home for the furler, it is going to a builder in South Carolina. Already on the way.
Re: Jib Furler
Posted:
Mon May 28, 2012 2:56 pmby Big_Dog
JR,
The package arrived and thanks for the roller furler.
Have a great Memorial Day.