removing RF Jib

[Tom]

You all might think I am crazy but I want to remove my RF jib and go back to Hank-on. I have planned to do as described below. Comments on method would be appreciatedI plan on attaching the main halyard to the point where the headstay connects and winching it to tension. I am doing this so I can undo headstay without losing mast. Next, I plan on sliding the whole RF unit off. Next re-attach the headstay, remove main halyard and I ma done.I am doing this for two reasons. One, I do not like the RF unit I have or ANY for that matter. second, The unit I have is shot.

 

[Todd Osborne]

What Kind of RF do You Have?

I am looking at buying a RF system and am curious as to which brand you have & reasons for not liking it. Especially before plunking down a couple grand! Thanks in advance!

 

[G. Webster]

Refrig. for a Cat 30

We installed a Norcold AC/DC system which cost, $500 or so, if my memory serves me. Great inexpensive system.Would freeze beer in the bottom or near the plates, so be careful. Drains very little power. Good luck.

 

[Richard]

easy job

You won't loose the mast with the forstay not on so don't worry.I would first loosen the back stay adjuster (if you have one) to take some load off the forstay. Next you can attach the halyard as a temp forstay. If your furler just slides off the bottom of the stay and it is shot then you can bend the hell out of it when you remove it. If the foils are in good shape and you wish to sell them to someone then you may want to remove the whole setup (forstay included) to diamantle on the dock.I have owned a harken on my old boat and a profurl on my new one. I would likely never own one of the cheaper flex furls or anything similar to that. You can get damn good performance with a quality furler and a sail made for that use. If you sail short handed I would highly recommend a furler.Richard