I have a 1997 Hunter 310 with in-mast furling. The problem I'm having is that operating the furler in and out is a real bear (a lot of tension). I've lubed the inhaul and out haul but still it's a challenge. Does anyone have a recommendation on boom tension or rigging that might help? Appreciate any help I can get.
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Check your halyard tension.
Too much tension puts strain on the system; too little can cause the sail to drop in the furler track. Either way, it will cause trouble when you try to use it.
Too much tension puts strain on the system; too little can cause the sail to drop in the furler track. Either way, it will cause trouble when you try to use it.
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If I recall correctly, 1997 was at the point Hunter was making the transition between Charleston and Seldon masts. What type of furling system do you have? How much bend is there in your mast? Are you certain the outhaul sheave is working properly? (Easy to check by disconnecting the mainsail clew, tying on a jib sheet, and seeing whether you have trouble unfurling the jib with the main's system.) Has there been any maintenance on the system since it was first installed? Do you even have a copy of the manufacturer's maintenance suggestions?
If I recall correctly, 1997 was at the point Hunter was making the transition between Charleston and Seldon masts. What type of furling system do you have? How much bend is there in your mast? Are you certain the outhaul sheave is working properly? (Easy to check by disconnecting the mainsail clew, tying on a jib sheet, and seeing whether you have trouble unfurling the jib with the main's system.) Has there been any maintenance on the system since it was first installed? Do you even have a copy of the manufacturer's maintenance suggestions?
Rather than using the outhaul ....................
........... to unfurl the main, we use the continuous furling line to unfurl the sail and it's smooth as silk (if you haven't tried this before). Nice to have someone pull on the outhaul as you use the furling line to "unwind" the main. Main is out in under 10 sec. Best regards, s/v Island Hunter
........... to unfurl the main, we use the continuous furling line to unfurl the sail and it's smooth as silk (if you haven't tried this before). Nice to have someone pull on the outhaul as you use the furling line to "unwind" the main. Main is out in under 10 sec. Best regards, s/v Island Hunter
Continious Furling LIne
I'm somewhat new to sailing, can you discribe what is done with continious furling line. I usually head into the irons, wench up the outhaul and release the inhaul with tension. I'm wondering also if the boom vange may be too tight and contributing to the problem. Appreciate any help!
I'm somewhat new to sailing, can you discribe what is done with continious furling line. I usually head into the irons, wench up the outhaul and release the inhaul with tension. I'm wondering also if the boom vange may be too tight and contributing to the problem. Appreciate any help!
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