Jib Furler?

[CaptnDean]

Hi. I'm new to this forum. I recently purchased a 1995 Catalina MKIII and I love the boat. I noticed that the jib seems very hard to roll up. When I recently removed the jib I found that one of the plastic sleeves in the upper swivel was missing. The label is worn off the furler base so I don't know what kind it is. I was hoping that someone might be able to identify the MFG and give me an idea where to get new plastic sleeves. I attached a picture of the drum and the top swivel. Thanks. Dean

 

[Sanfelice]

Looks like a Hood furler. Parts are available.

http://hoodyachtsystems.com/

 

[CaptnDean]

Thank you very much!

 

[Bob S]

It's a Hood for sure SL 800. I replaced my furling line and they recommended 60' with a 1/3 it's length cored. This allows the line to lie flat inside the furling drum. Give them a call. I attached the manual.

 

[CaptnDean]

Bob, thank you so much for the info and the manual! BTW, I used to sail on Buzzards Bay. I'm in Hudson FL now and sailing on the Gulf. Thanks again. Dean