Barbarossa blocks

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Jun 8, 2004
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Beneteau First 38 Whitby
Has anyone ever serviced a Barbarossa block? I have them on my Beneteau 38 - a double foot block on each side where the genny sheets turn in to the winches - and the bearings could do with some TLC. They have 4 allen key cap screws on top - they come out easily but nothing moves. There is also a large flat head slotted screw in the center - it turns easily either way but doesn't back out or tighten? Is there a nut underneath? I hope not because that means I have to cut the headliner.

I have learned that Harken bought the Barbarossa line may years ago, and will try to contact them.

But maybe someone has done this before? Any help appreciated.
 
Jun 8, 2004
11
Beneteau First 38 Whitby
Harken to the rescue!

In case anyone wondered, I got a very quick response from Harken. Great service! And yes, I need to access the underside through the headliner - the centre bolt is through-bolted, likely through the deck.
 
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