I just purchased a 2003 Hunter 326. I find that the short jib tracks mounted on the coachroof are a bit of a pain when I single hand (something I do often) because I have to sheet the jib off the winches mounted either side of the companionway. I also dislike the tiny, high cut jib.
I notice that there are places for primary winches to be mounted on the cockpit coamings, so I was wondering if anyone had ever decided to add jib tracks/cars to the deck and run sheets back to primaries in a more traditional setup? I also wonder if this would allow a slightly larger headsail, lower cut? I guess the other question is whether the sail would clear the spreaders if it were bigger and/or would it be possible to get appropriate sheeting angles?
I have to think I am not the only one who doesn't like the factory setup. Any suggestions would be very much appreciated.
Thanks.
I notice that there are places for primary winches to be mounted on the cockpit coamings, so I was wondering if anyone had ever decided to add jib tracks/cars to the deck and run sheets back to primaries in a more traditional setup? I also wonder if this would allow a slightly larger headsail, lower cut? I guess the other question is whether the sail would clear the spreaders if it were bigger and/or would it be possible to get appropriate sheeting angles?
I have to think I am not the only one who doesn't like the factory setup. Any suggestions would be very much appreciated.
Thanks.