So my problem is the furler line on my 170 is too short by some small amount. Doing a base measurement it appears to be about 2' short. The line on my boat is a red color, I do not know if it is factory.
I also notice the drum seems to fill up with line when the jib is out.
The Hunter manual states 15' of 4mm line.
The Harken manual says 10' longer then the distance from the jib to the cleat of 3mm polyester line.
www.harken.com
What can people relate as their experience with their furling system? Do you have the 4mm line or 3mm.
5/32=4mm
1/8=3mm
Thanks
I also notice the drum seems to fill up with line when the jib is out.
The Hunter manual states 15' of 4mm line.
The Harken manual says 10' longer then the distance from the jib to the cleat of 3mm polyester line.
Standard Furling System — 3mm Luff Wire
Harken® Small Boat furling systems allow the trailerable cruising or dinghy sailor to set and furl the jib from the cockpit. An optional hoistable ball bearing halyard swivel can be installed on your headstay so you can raise or lower the sail without removing the headstay. Swivels are...
What can people relate as their experience with their furling system? Do you have the 4mm line or 3mm.
5/32=4mm
1/8=3mm
Thanks
