Jump. Probably a better term. Maybe we just use the Hispanic pronunciation. :)
Dennis C. On Tue, Dec 12, 2017 at 10:20 AM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List < [email protected]> wrote: > Dennis, > > Nice blocks. We "jump" halyards up North. And 30 years olds don't date > teenagers. :) > > Joel > > On Tue, Dec 12, 2017 at 11:04 AM, Dennis C. via CnC-List < > [email protected]> wrote: > >> Interesting. Never thought one of those old 90 degree exit blocks would >> rip out but there's proof. >> >> Here's some more thoughts on re-configuring running rigging. >> >> While I did mention that as part of Touche' running rigging >> reconfiguration I'd removed the two 90 degree exit sheave blocks at the >> mast base, I didn't mention that I installed halyard exit plates well above >> deck level. All the halyards exit high enough that the mast person can >> easily grab and "hump" the halyards. (Not sure that hump is a local term >> or not. Refers to the repetitive grab and hoist action for hoisting >> sails.) I covered the holes for the old exit blocks with metal plates. >> >> When re-configuring the running rigging, I wanted to ensure that the >> loads were carried by the mast, not by the collar. In some boats, the >> halyard turning load is transferred to the collar or to a deck mounted >> turning block. In my opinion, that is not optimal. Some boats have a >> short turnbuckle or such which connects the collar to the mast to prevent >> the collar (and deck) from lifting. >> >> After some research, I found Garhauer had some nice hinged mast base >> turning blocks. Guido even offered to countersink the bracket for flat >> head fasteners. I think Garhauer was making these blocks for Catalina. >> They can be seen here: >> >> https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_sb5TfIENvsdTZpUEFRcjZ1SEE >> >> You can also see the top of the metal plate covering the exit block hole >> behind the black line (which is the pole topping lift). The red line is >> Spin 1. The aftmost white line is the main halyard. The blue line on the >> forward part of the mast is the spin pole car sheet. >> >> Keep in mind that Touche' is rigged to race. I had been racing as crew >> on many boats for nearly a decade so I'd seen a lot of racing rigs and knew >> how I wanted Touche' rigged. Of course, converting an early 70's boat to >> approximate today's efficient racing rigs is a compromise. >> >> Although I was able to cross the port jib halyard to exit starboard, I >> haven't crossed the wing (spinnaker) halyards to the opposite sides. >> Touche's spinnaker halyards are external. I think Touche's masthead is >> unusual. Seems C&C (Klacko) used several different mastheads. Touche's is >> a single ear projecting forward. My buddy's Hull 61 has two ears or bails >> projecting at about 45 degrees. Touche's original spinnaker setup had a >> shackle with two blocks. It can be seen here: >> >> https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_sb5TfIENvsQ1R6SkRkTThKZEE >> >> One of the issues with that was the top of the furler extrusion extended >> upward between the two blocks. When the furler spun, it whacked around >> between the blocks. Not optimum. I replaced the shackle with an eyebolt >> and eye nut to spread the distance between the blocks. I also replaced the >> two old Schaefer blocks with Harkens. See the new configuration here: >> >> https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B_sb5TfIENvsMWFpLTdLaUpoVkE >> >> Crossing them externally is not a good option. In order to cross them, >> I'd have to install exit sheaves just below the masthead in order to run >> the halyards inside the mast. >> >> For non-racers, the reason you want to cross halyards is to put the mast >> person on the high (windward) side of the boat as you approach and round >> race marks. It is not only better for weight distribution, it is safer for >> the crewperson. Hoisting a sail from the low side of the boat while the >> boat is heeled 15-20 degrees (and your butt is hanging over the lifeline) >> is intimidating. We most frequently do port roundings (leave mark to port). >> >> Dennis C. >> Touche' 35-1 #83 >> Mandeville, LA >> >> >> >> On Tue, Dec 12, 2017 at 9:04 AM, Matthew L. Wolford via CnC-List < >> [email protected]> wrote: >> >>> James: >>> >>> If you’re looking for general feedback, I’ll add my two cents. The >>> main halyard on my 42 was wire-to-rope and was led internally through an >>> exit box near the base of the mast. In my case, a winch on the deck near >>> the mast was used for the main. A few years ago we were heading out for a >>> race in about 20-25 knots of breeze, started to raise the main, and the >>> exit box ripped out of the mast. Something about that 90 degree angle >>> results in a lot of force. We made a semi-permanent repair that got us >>> through the season. At the end of the season, I decided to do several >>> things: 1) instead of using the old configuration, I eliminated the exit >>> box and started using a mast-mounted winch that was already on the mast but >>> wasn’t being used for anything (which I found curious); 2) a short distance >>> above the winch, I installed a mast exit plate so the halyard would stay >>> internal; and 3) I replaced the wire-to-rope halyard with a low-stretch New >>> England rope. I forget the name, but it was more high tech than Sta-Set. >>> I like the new configuration, although someone needs to raise the halyard >>> at the mast (which is no different than it was before but may be a drawback >>> for shorthanded sailors). The only issue I have is that the high-tech line >>> is not as low-stretch as manufacturer claims, and I use the Cunningham more >>> than I care to as the wind picks up. That said, the run from the winch to >>> the top of the mast is over 50 feet, so some stretch is to be expected. >>> When the current halyard is retired, I will replace it with something that >>> is really low stretch, and may possibly go back to wire-to-rope. >>> >>> MLW >>> >>> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each >> and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - >> use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray >> >> >> > > > -- > Joel > 301 541 8551 <(301)%20541-8551> > > _______________________________________________ > > Thanks everyone for supporting this list with your contributions. Each > and every one is greatly appreciated. If you want to support the list - > use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray > > >
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