We use a 6:1 harken carboblock system on Touché.  Had it for over 12 years. 
Like the simplicity. If you don't mind a bunch of line in the cockpit, it works 
well. 

Dennis C.
Touché 35-1 #83
Mandeville, LA

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On Mar 13, 2013, at 6:33 PM, "tim" <[email protected]> wrote:

> Hi,
>  
>    I’m in the process of replacing the traveler, mainsheet blocks on my 29’.  
> Think I still have original equipment and is in the cockpit.  Can others 
> provide me with types of blocks they use or recommendations?  I viewed the 
> Harken site, with recommendation a 6:1 triple block system (hexratchet at the 
> base).  A local sailmaker stated these fail quite often and have a lot of 
> friction due to the twist.  He recommended a 5:1 system.
>  
>    Can others provide suggested setups?  Look forward to guidance.
>  
> Thanks,
>  
> Tim Welsh
> Sly Fox
> Mallets Bay, VT
> 29’ MK1 (1976)
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