Re: [IC27A] Mainsail travel

[Mark Robertson]

I have the same problem on my 81 standard rig. I think it is that mt traveler lines are either too large for the blocks or the line has lost flexibility so it does not run free. I am going to downsize the mainsheet line one size and see if that helps. Could be that the blocks need lubrication also. I am going to start with the cheapest fix and move my way up.  >>> "dennisv1030" <dennisv1...@yahoo.com> 7/12/2010 3:16 PM >>>   Fellow 27C Owners, I have a 1986 27TR. I just moved up from a O'Day 25 C/B. Love the Catalina. Amasing the difference in 2 feet. Question. On the O'Day if I released the mainsheet the mainsail would swing freely to almost 80-to-90 degrees off center. Whenever I got in a blow, just release the mail and dump the wind. On my 27C I release the mainsail and the boom will travel 5-to-10 degrees off center. That's OK if 5-to-10 degree adjustment is what I wanted. To get anything more I have to slack the mainsheet (lines run aft), leave the helm, and phyically push the boom out. If I ever have to "dump the main" forget it. It won't swing freely. Help!!!! How can I get the main to release quickly and freely?

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