The jib furler on our 1981 H37C bears no visible identification. I'd like to figure out the make and model, and hopefully track down some maintenance information. The drum is black plastic and can be split in half by removing 4 machine screws. I had to partially open it up to remove the furling line, which was badly frayed. It doesn't turn very easily or smoothly, even with the line removed. I'm going to attempt attaching a photo. Thanks! Tom
Name that furler!
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It's a CDI unit
It's a CDI unit. I just replaced my unit with a new lower end CDI drum that they offer in a kit. The kit allows replacement of the drum and all of the internal workings without having to replace your extrusions.
It's a CDI unit. I just replaced my unit with a new lower end CDI drum that they offer in a kit. The kit allows replacement of the drum and all of the internal workings without having to replace your extrusions.
CDI Reefer
I never liked the old CDI Reefer but I see them everywhere. I replaced mine at 19 years old just because I didn't like the design. The plastic drum rides on a plastic bearing which need periodic greasing. I was able to get a few spare parts from CDI in Mass. five years ago. I removed it and put it on ebay instead of the dumpster. Someone paid over $500 for that old clunker and was happy with it. duh?
I never liked the old CDI Reefer but I see them everywhere. I replaced mine at 19 years old just because I didn't like the design. The plastic drum rides on a plastic bearing which need periodic greasing. I was able to get a few spare parts from CDI in Mass. five years ago. I removed it and put it on ebay instead of the dumpster. Someone paid over $500 for that old clunker and was happy with it. duh?
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The new CDI design is much better
The CDI lower unit replacement kit is a much better design that the old one. They got away from that old plastic bearing and went with a metal one. The kit I used was CKit9 and cost about $525. Hopefully it will last another 20 years.
The CDI lower unit replacement kit is a much better design that the old one. They got away from that old plastic bearing and went with a metal one. The kit I used was CKit9 and cost about $525. Hopefully it will last another 20 years.
Instructions for CDI Furler?
Thanks for the quick ID, guys. From the CDI site it appears the instruction manual is no longer available. Anyone know where I could find maintenance info, or a PDF of the manual? The replacement lower unit sounds interesting. I don't think ours is completely shot yet but that would be a good option for the future. At least, it's never jammed or failed in any way. It just turns rather stiffly. I've done all I can to minimize friction in the furling line leads, so I think it's the furler itself. Under the best of conditions, rolling up the sail requires a fair amount of effort. If there's a load on the sail, it's a real workout. How do you access and grease the bearings? Does any other part of the furler need maintenance?
Thanks for the quick ID, guys. From the CDI site it appears the instruction manual is no longer available. Anyone know where I could find maintenance info, or a PDF of the manual? The replacement lower unit sounds interesting. I don't think ours is completely shot yet but that would be a good option for the future. At least, it's never jammed or failed in any way. It just turns rather stiffly. I've done all I can to minimize friction in the furling line leads, so I think it's the furler itself. Under the best of conditions, rolling up the sail requires a fair amount of effort. If there's a load on the sail, it's a real workout. How do you access and grease the bearings? Does any other part of the furler need maintenance?
CDI Furler
Tom I have the original manual for the CDI furler. Mine is now 20 years old and is still working okay. I agree it can be a bit of work to furl with any load on the jib but what the hell, it is paid for. If you send me some address details (snail mail or e-mail) I will send you a copy of the manual. It is only about 5 pages but it has exploded diagrams of all the components. (dprior@dprior.com) I usually grease the lower plastic bearing with teflon grease every two or three years. You have to take off the drum to grease it. It is not a difficult job but don't try it at anchor the first time. The small parts seem to have an inclination to jump overboard. Best to put a canvas catcher around the base before opening the drum. Nothing difficult about it, just takes time. Fair winds. Don
Tom I have the original manual for the CDI furler. Mine is now 20 years old and is still working okay. I agree it can be a bit of work to furl with any load on the jib but what the hell, it is paid for. If you send me some address details (snail mail or e-mail) I will send you a copy of the manual. It is only about 5 pages but it has exploded diagrams of all the components. (dprior@dprior.com) I usually grease the lower plastic bearing with teflon grease every two or three years. You have to take off the drum to grease it. It is not a difficult job but don't try it at anchor the first time. The small parts seem to have an inclination to jump overboard. Best to put a canvas catcher around the base before opening the drum. Nothing difficult about it, just takes time. Fair winds. Don
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