First post here - new member. Tried to raise my newly repaired furling jib and the halyard would only go partway up - then it got hung up. Tried it again without the jib attached and it hung up. Seems to be an issue with the masthead sheave. CatalinaDirect seems to think I will have to take the mast down to replace the sheaves which are inside the masthead. Looking at the pictures I tend to agree with their assessment. Anyone been able to access the sheaves WITHOUT dropping the mast? Will be climbing up this week but wanted to get some ideas before I do. Perhaps some sort of friction rig that I can stand in at the top which frees up the halyards so I can remove the masthead? 1988 Catalina 34
ps: jib halyard is brand new and the diameter is the same as mentioned in the company specs. I am almost positive that the sheaves are original.
ps: jib halyard is brand new and the diameter is the same as mentioned in the company specs. I am almost positive that the sheaves are original.