My 1985 192 has what are apparently called "stand-up cheek blocks" for the jib sheets, and the plastic rollers are broken. The whole apparatus is one piece, so I need to replace the whole thing. I'd like to get an exact replacement so I can use the same screw holes for the plate that attaches to the deck. Any suggestions?
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- Jan 22, 2008
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Good opportunity
I have the same blocks on my 22. When looking to replace them I could not find ones that would fit the old holes, but I did not try D&R. In the end I just cleaned them up and reinstalled. Since your blocks are broken and not just old, this might be a good opportunity upgrade. Consider installing a track-mounted sheet block instead of a fixed-position block. If the track position is right, you might be able hide the holes from the old lead block. Yes, installing track and lead cars is more expensive but you will be able to better control your head sails and get better performance. I fiddled holding the sheets in different positions by hand last time I was out, and was amazed and how much it impacted and helped sail shape. Replacing the fixed leads with track is now on my winter project list.
I have the same blocks on my 22. When looking to replace them I could not find ones that would fit the old holes, but I did not try D&R. In the end I just cleaned them up and reinstalled. Since your blocks are broken and not just old, this might be a good opportunity upgrade. Consider installing a track-mounted sheet block instead of a fixed-position block. If the track position is right, you might be able hide the holes from the old lead block. Yes, installing track and lead cars is more expensive but you will be able to better control your head sails and get better performance. I fiddled holding the sheets in different positions by hand last time I was out, and was amazed and how much it impacted and helped sail shape. Replacing the fixed leads with track is now on my winter project list.
- Jan 22, 2008
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192 comparison to mariner
I don't see a lot of posts from 192 owners, and it is one of the boats, (along with a mariner) that I would consider moving up to eventually. What year is your 192, and how does it differ from the mariner? If you have pictures, please consider corresponding off list to my e-mail address roger02@mb.sympatico.ca
I don't see a lot of posts from 192 owners, and it is one of the boats, (along with a mariner) that I would consider moving up to eventually. What year is your 192, and how does it differ from the mariner? If you have pictures, please consider corresponding off list to my e-mail address roger02@mb.sympatico.ca
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