C30 Refit with C309 Furling Mast

[okengr]

I had an old thread asking for some C309 measurements while I was in the throws of of refitting a C30 TR with a C309 Selden furling mast. I was not able to respond to some questions that came up on the thread at the time, such as "Where did you find the mast/boom", and "Post pics of the sheeting system you used." So now after the thread has closed I finally found opportunity to answer them.

I found the mast/boom on Craig's list. It was available through an insurance claim wereby the mast had been scratched and the owner required his new boat have a new mast. In the end it was a boon for me.

To the other question, here's a pic of the main sheeting system I ended up with after contemplating whether I should replicate the C309 sheeting on my C30.

 

[plodder]

Now its complete and in use, are you pleased you fitted the main furling system. I have a 309 and think its terrific. Always fun after racing to come in towards the marina and watch everyone struggling with sails all over the place, while I simply wind my sails away and buzz in. I am usually on a second beer while everyone else is still folding and stuffing….

 

[okengr]

Yes, we are really happy with it. We found it a little difficult to furl at first, but after buying a Milwaukee 28V right angle drill and a winch bit now its a zip.

 

[tahomathundr]

From the looks of your pic it looks like your rodkicker is bottomed out . If you release it a little when furling it may be easier to pull in. Scott at Selden US says 1-2 inches of the smaller tube should should be showing when the mast and boom are at 90 degrees. I just had to have my gas strut replaced about 2 wks ago and that was one of the things he needed to know about the setup. The rig looks good on your boat.

 

[okengr]

Thanks for the pointer. I'll adjust it out some and put it in that configuration.

 

[Pompadi]

When furling the main,
We find it's best to have the boat into the wind but with the boom over to port side .
Can pull in without a winch handle in a few seconds, keep a bit of tension on the outhaul .
Don't let the black control lines become slack when pulling the sail out either , that can cause the lines to dislodge from winch .
If you want to reef in the sail always do it on a starboard tack .