Outhaul line size/length for 2002 Hunter 356

[Knotallthere]

Hi, I'm looking at replacing my main halyard, mainsheet, jib halyard and outhaul. I have located the line type, size and length for all but the outhaul for the in mast furling rig. Can anyone assist with this? I'm away from the boat for a while so I would greatly appreciate the help. Also can anyone confirm the approximate eye size? Owners manual has all the other data but the outhaul. Thanks,

 

[Knotallthere]

Can anyone chime in if they would agree that Samson XLS Extra is over kill for the main halyard on my 356 with in mast? I use the boat for cruising only. Also considering using yacht braid polyester across the board. Should I be concerned with stretch on the main halyard causing furling issues?

 

[Sailgunner]

I had the same issue with my outhaul; no information. Just ordered a replacement on this site. Send a message to Phil and he can probably provide one for you.

 

[Sailgunner]

Use what Hunter recommends. You do not want any stretch on the halyard!

 

[chuckwayne]

yeah, it's missing from the manual; I measured 50-55' when I made a new one. use a low stretch line for the outhaul and the halyard, don't skimp

 

[Knotallthere]

Thanks gentlemen. I agree, I have been thinking about this and will go with something comparable to XLS. Thanks again for the feedback.

 

[sailcapt340]

The chart in my manual (2000 - 340) says to splice in 3/4 inch eyes. I have replaced all the lines you are talking about and the 3/4 inch eye is more than enough to hold the shackles needed for each application.
I used all XLS rated lines. Maybe a little more than needed for some but well worth the slight extra cost per foot, for a good reliable line. As Chuckwayne said...don't skimp.
Just today, I replaced my Jib Furler Line, tomorrow I will be doing the Outhaul and then I'm done.
Take your time with the job, none of them are really hard, maybe a little time consuming is all.
Hope this helps.

 

[chuckwayne]

As sailcapt340 said, use a very small eye - just big enough for the shackle to pass thru. I used xls - ultra T for very low stretch and it works really well. This line(dyneema core, polyester cover) requires a core to core splice but reduced my outhaul stretch in a breeze from 6" to less than 1"

 

[SwanAround]

What thickness line did you get for the Hunter 356? Looks like "Samson XLS Extra-T" may have been updated to "Samson XLS3 Double Braid Poly Rope"? Is that proper replacement?
@Knotallthere @Sailgunner @chuckwayne @sailcapt340

 

[sailcapt340]

For my Outhaul Line I used (XLS 41 ft 3/8 in - 1 Bare End / 3/4 Eye Splice)