I spent some time with several projects yesterday and need some help/advice (as usual):
1: I want to examine my genoa halyard sheave (and possible replace it) to see why my halyard is being chewed up. Several riggers have looked for the problem, but I realize now that they could not possibly have been able to assess the problem since you cannot see the sheave. There is a large stainless steel cage bolted to the mast whose purpose I am not sure of (I forgot to take a picture). It was surprisingly easy to remove as the screws holding it to the mast since they appear to have been properly treated with anti-sieze compound (thank you PO!). The halyard restrainer sits below that and was also easy to remove. However, I still cannot get the cage out of the way to see the sheave because the furler extrusion is in the way. I might be able to swing the extrusion out of the way a bit if untied from the mast, but there is limited space in the mast storage area so not sure if I can. So I am considering removing the extrusion where it attaches to the mast. If I understand what I am looking at there is a large pin through the forestay end fitting and mast like a shackle pin but flush on either side that holds the extrusion to the mast. There are screws heads on either side that appear to hold the pin in place (https://photos.app.goo.gl/cHm4Ddo7wY1eFWug6 <https://photos.app.goo.gl/cHm4Ddo7wY1eFWug6>). I see nothing like that in the furler manual. I am concerned that I am getting into something over my head in taking that apart. I presume I would remove the screws and then pound the pin out. Has anyone one this? Problems? 2. Once that comes out, I should be able to see the sheave, but not sure how to remove it. There is an aluminum plate on the side of the mast about where the sheave axle would be, but then what? Is the sheave axle attached to the plate? 3. I noticed that the messenger line running the length of the mast is looking pretty sad, and while I am working there, it would be good to replace it. Any suggestions on the right kind of line to use for a new messenger? S/V Aries 1990 C&C 34+ New London, CT
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