Jib/Genoa car track ID Stand up block

Jun 22, 2016
54
Pearson 26 Chesapeake Bay
I want to buy new cars for my Jib track.
What is the difference between cars not specified, and cars specified as "T Track"?

I think i measured 3/4" width across the top of my track on the 222. Can a 222 owner confirm their jib car size? Mine is an '84 the first year with Damco Dwyer Spars

Looks like the original style shaeffer brand is about $120, with the same style white plastic(delrin?) roller. My rollers (sheaves) are wearing on the edges, where the roller is basically going away from being too brittle.

Is there a stand up block i could install on my car? Its riveted from the factory onto the car.
 

JRT

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Feb 14, 2017
2,059
Catalina 310 211 Lake Guntersville, AL
I drilled out the rivited sheave shaft on my shaeffer stand-up blocks and found replacement sheaves.
 
Feb 26, 2004
23,360
Catalina 34 224 Maple Bay, BC, Canada
One suggestion for you to consider:

Garhauer

Betcha they make 3/4" track lead cars. I replaced my stand up blocks with lower profile ones. Easy to slide on, no concerns about hitting the cabin sides.

Give it a try.

Good luck.
 

Ward H

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Nov 7, 2011
3,833
Catalina 30 Mk II Cedar Creek, Bayville NJ
Measure carefully and call Garhauer before you order. On my O'day 25 Garhauer did not have a car to fit the Schaffer T track. I bought one that was close because I was using it for a fairlead for my furling line. It was loose on the track so I don't think I would use if for jib tracks.
I always go to Garhauer first.
 
Jun 2, 2004
1,952
Oday Day Sailer Wareham, MA
Give Rudy a call at D&R Marine (508) 644-3001 Rudy was Parts Dept. Manager at O'DAY from 1973-89 and now runs a little "Mom & Pop" shop selling O'DAY parts, he is also a Garhauer Dealer. He will know the correct answer for your 222.
 
Jan 18, 2016
782
Catalina 387 Dana Point
Anybody mention Garhauer?
They list 1" cars with blocks for $50 each. Give Guido a call and I bet they can make 3/4" ones.