Cheek blocks. 80s 22

[Milesbaymatt]

I have an 80s hunter 22. I broke a cheek block the other day. I was running the jib sheets directly through them. I have since put blocks in the toe kick and go directly onto the winch from there. My question is can I still get the same ones with the same hole pattern? I ordered a few from somewhere but they different. Couldn’t find the same ones so took a chance. And what exactly are they used for anyway? I’m new to this so excuse the lack of knowledge.

 

[rgranger]

Have you tried removing the block? You might be able to remove the sheave pin from the back and if so, I'm certain you can find a replacement sheave and repair that block.

 

[SeaTR]

Milesbaymatt,
Rgranger's got the least expensive route to take, if you don't mind disassemble / reassembly.
I did a complete replacement of both of mine a number of years ago using:

Schaefer 5 Series Cheek Block, Model # 505-11

• Flat Base Cheek Block Single with Delrin Sheave

• Maximum Line Size: 7/16", Safe Working Load: 1750lbs.

• Material: Stainless Steel Base and Cheek

Features:

• Flat base distributes loads to a larger surface area than other designs that place loads on the mounting bolts only
• Strong stainless steel base and cheek
• Delrin™ sheave
• Maximum line size: 7/16" (11mm)
• Safe working load: 1750lbs. (795kg)
• Dimensions: 3-5/8" (92mm) L x 2-7/32" (57mm) W x 7/8" (22mm) H
• Hole centers: 3"(76mm)
• Sheave diameter: 2" (51mm)
• Required Fasteners: 4 x #10

I bought mine at Defender (primarily because they are close to me), but should be available at West Marine, etc. My jib sheets are 3/8"...