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by TSweather
Thu Mar 14, 2024 1:24 pm
Forum: Sails & Tuning
Topic: Headstay length
Replies: 3
Views: 80

Re: Headstay length

Thanks Bill. Just wanted to check as the upgrade from the MK III to MK IV Harken Furler is what has confused the issue. The MK III used a stud that is then connected to the fitting while the MK IV uses a different fitting so that you can swap in a new furler without re-swaging the headstay fitting. ...
by TSweather
Tue Mar 12, 2024 5:51 pm
Forum: Sails & Tuning
Topic: Headstay length
Replies: 3
Views: 80

Headstay length

Can anyone confirm that the headstay length listed in the manuals section of this site is actually the pin to pin length or is it measured differently? Just want to be sure before I place an order. I clipped the chart below from this site.

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Thanks, Todd
by TSweather
Fri Jan 26, 2024 2:05 pm
Forum: Sails & Equipment for Sale
Topic: Wanted: 145% Genoa for PHRF
Replies: 3
Views: 1661

Re: Wanted: 145% Genoa for PHRF

Thanks Dan, That list format is fantastic. While I'm not familiar with Hathaway as a sailmaker, I will do a little research and get back to you. I am familiar with how quickly the boat can be overpowered with a larger headsail, though it has proven to be a weapon to keep the power on when the wind f...
by TSweather
Mon Jan 15, 2024 7:31 pm
Forum: Sails & Equipment for Sale
Topic: Wanted: 145% Genoa for PHRF
Replies: 3
Views: 1661

Wanted: 145% Genoa for PHRF

Just a feeler to see if anyone has a 145% or similar sized #1/genoa that they would be interested in selling. Sail must be in decent shape for local PHRF racing. Would prefer North or Quantum, but am open to other sailmakers.

Thanks, Todd
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by TSweather
Sat Oct 14, 2023 4:50 pm
Forum: Racing Tools and Techniques
Topic: Cross sheeting the jib
Replies: 2
Views: 4288

Re: Cross sheeting the jib

Never thought to ask that here, but I am also genuinely curious if any have come up with a workaround. We have experimented with cross sheeting and the consensus was that it generally slowed our tacks down and put unnecessary strain and chafe by not fairly leading the sheets. Outside of installing a...
by TSweather
Mon Jul 10, 2023 2:27 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: Furling block location
Replies: 3
Views: 5170

Re: Furling block location

Hi Dan, We have had similar problems with our furler as it seems to have taken a beating over the past 20 years, especially each time the rig was taken down. While I am about to replace ours, I did have some success lubricating it with Harken One Drop and that has allowed us to keep it in service. O...
by TSweather
Tue May 02, 2023 1:48 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: Diesel tank o-ring seal
Replies: 2
Views: 5347

Re: Diesel tank o-ring seal

If it is the large o-ring on the gauge/sender unit, I would check with the manufacturer of that part since they are usually sold together. I can't remember if it has a brand name visible or not, but if it doesn't I would take it off and bring the seal to a NAPA or comparable auto parts store as they...
by TSweather
Sun Feb 05, 2023 10:05 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: Harken Winch Drum Resurfacing
Replies: 7
Views: 10999

Re: Harken Winch Drum Resurfacing

That is a good write-up on the differences between two similarly suitable Harken winches. Any regrets or reason to stand strong behind Performa version? If I had the chance to do it all over again, I would still stick with the Performa winches. While they do have a bit more aggressive texture on the...
by TSweather
Sun Jan 29, 2023 8:28 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: Harken Winch Drum Resurfacing
Replies: 7
Views: 10999

Re: Harken Winch Drum Resurfacing

We went down this road a couple years back while Harken was still offering that reconditioning service. Even at that point it was a 6 month turnaround, so was not worth it. Also, keep in mind that even if you can get the drum resurfaced, those old winches are no longer supported by Harken, so the ON...
by TSweather
Tue Nov 01, 2022 5:51 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: Leak from Chainplate bolts
Replies: 6
Views: 7668

Re: Leak from Chainplate bolts

Hey Bill, With the way the mounting bore appears in this previous thread https://j109.org/forum/viewtopic.php?p=2152&hilit=chainplate#p2152 I would check with International Marine in Bristol to see what their experience with these has been. https://www.imcne.com/ I'm still curious what the torqu...
by TSweather
Tue Jul 12, 2022 5:53 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: Sparcraft mast & boom parts hard to obtain
Replies: 3
Views: 6609

Re: Sparcraft mast & boom parts hard to obtain

Sparcraft has atrocious customer service when ordering parts. RigRite is a better option with more in stock parts and quicker shipping. They can also cross reference part #'s from the Sparcraft list of J109 original rig parts on this site. As for the pin, I would just try hitting it with a scotch br...
by TSweather
Tue May 24, 2022 5:07 pm
Forum: Sails & Tuning
Topic: Spin sheets .....
Replies: 8
Views: 16118

Re: Spin sheets .....

I agree with Dan that the type of line matters. We chose 8mm "Euro Endura Braid" for our spinnaker sheets. Total length required for the two sheets was 180ft. The J109 owners manual suggests 2x 85ft sheets, but I purchased more in case I messed up the taper or end splice. We actually use t...
by TSweather
Wed Apr 27, 2022 5:48 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: Winch Upgrade
Replies: 1
Views: 5223

Re: Winch Upgrade

Hi Jerry, The cabin top holes are not pre sealed from the factory on our boat #41. Performa winches do have a different hole pattern, which will require over drilling and sealing with epoxy prior to mounting. I replaced my primary winches and the Performa is an excellent upgrade. Sikaflex 291 is my ...
by TSweather
Thu Mar 17, 2022 11:03 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: 20 year Maintenance
Replies: 13
Views: 19543

Re: 20 year Maintenance

I am aware of two failures. I had my rig inspected in 2017 when it was down and the inspection reveled no changes were required. Thanks Bill Now that it will be new- any suggestions on the best system to tune up/down rig turnbuckles without damaging them? Hey Jerry, Have found that Knipex pliers wi...
by TSweather
Tue Mar 15, 2022 12:39 pm
Forum: Maintenance Topics
Topic: 20 year Maintenance
Replies: 13
Views: 19543

Re: 20 year Maintenance

While it definitely looks like an upgrade, why are people choosing to retrofit this forestay attachment? Are the older style ones prone to failure? Ours has been in service since 2003 and still appears fine, though the furler itself has taken a beating and may need to be replaced in the coming years...