Replacing jib furler line??

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VF84Sluggo

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Jan 10, 2015
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The jib furler line on my Catalina 30 is in need of replacing. I have the new line. My problem is I have no idea how to open up the drum so I can remove the old line, and then install/secure the new line.

I've attached a pic. Thanks in advance for any help!
 

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VF84Sluggo

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Jan 10, 2015
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Yeah, I wish I'd done that. It's a hike over to where the boat is now, so it will be a while, unfortunately.
 
Joe

Joe

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Jun 1, 2004
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Catalina 27 Mission Bay, San Diego
Did you check the manufacturer's website for the instruction manual?
 
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VF84Sluggo

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Jan 10, 2015
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I looked all over, and I didn't see a manufacturer name. Maybe I didn't look hard enough.
 
Apex

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Jun 19, 2013
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C&C 30 Elk Rapids
Looks the same as MY furler: Hood. I just posted the installation manual in the downloads section of this site several days ago....:O) Boat Info/Downloads, General Information/"Hood Installation Manual"
I have the 700sl, you likely have a larger model for the C30.

under the drum are two screws through the drum cover (polished metal piece). Take those out, and the drum cover will drop down. You can then access the stopper knot under the furling drum: Cut that off, thread in the new tie an overhand stopper: good to go.
 
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VF84Sluggo

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Jan 10, 2015
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Thanks much, Apex. I figured that once I got access inside the drum, the actual remove-and-replace of the line would be pretty straightforward.

I'll search for the info you posted.

EDIT: I looked at the Hood manual you posted, and I think this might be a Hood. The survey said it was a Harken, but I haven't seen any that look like the one on my boat. Next chance I get, I'll look for the drum cover screws. I bet I'll find them under the housing, like in the .pdf manual. Thanks again.
 
Apex

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Jun 19, 2013
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my pleasure. It is always interesting that the mfr would only identify with a sticker??? mine was the same, until this site helped me identify, there was no way to find out otherwise. Pompanette still has parts, I recently bought some rivets and connecting links.

UFO: GOOD ONE LOL
 
Skipper

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Oct 9, 2008
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This does not answer your actual question - please forgive, but you should be able to do this job without removing the drum.

I have a Hood furler as well, and I'd say most furlers will be similar re this topic. Just pull the knot around to the aft, snip or spike the old one, then tie the new one. You'll have to lay on the bow, but it's easier than it seems.

The trick is getting the new line in the hole, especially if it is the exact size. I used thin needle-nose pliers to pull, and eyeglass std screwdriver to push around the edges, plus Vaseline. Make sure not to pull out any strands, or if you do just torch the end after it's through and tied.
 
Ron20324

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Jan 22, 2008
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Beneteau 323 Annapolis MD
Skipper said:
...The trick is getting the new line in the hole, ....
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Slide the outer cover back, snip a couple inches off the core, slide the cover forward. Melt or seize the cover. Should slide right through the hole.
 
Claude L.-Auger

Claude L.-Auger

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Dec 14, 2003
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Hunter 34 Lake of Two Mountains, QC, Can
Your line looks of fairly large diameter. Once you figure out how to reach the knot and have gotten the old line out, if you install same diameter line, I'd suggest you decore the new line on about 12 to 15 feet. Without the inside core, the outside shell is still strong enough and will flatten around the drum taking a lot less space and making it easier for furling and unfurling. At the cockpit you will still have the other end of the line with its full diameter hence easier on the hands. Good luck
 
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rpell1@msn.com

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Sep 25, 2008
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Catalina 30 MKIII Varuna Boat Club
VF84Sluggo said:
The jib furler line on my Catalina 30 is in need of replacing. I have the new line. My problem is I have no idea how to open up the drum so I can remove the old line, and then install/secure the new line.

I've attached a pic. Thanks in advance for any help!
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It's apparently not the same single line Hood furler I've seen on most Cat30's. To remove the continuous looped line from my Hood furler, I must detach the forestay. But it might be a good idea to go onto the manufacturer's web site for an owner's manual.

Good Luck and Happy Sailing....
 
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VF84Sluggo

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Jan 10, 2015
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Thanks for all the input, gents! I'll take a closer look in a few days from now when I get back to the boat. I'm hoping the drum has those retaining screws underneath and that I don't have to detach the forestay.
 
Skipper

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Oct 9, 2008
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Bristol 29.9 Dana Point
Skipper said:
This does not answer your actual question - please forgive, but you should be able to do this job without removing the drum. I have a Hood furler as well, and I'd say most furlers will be similar re this topic. Just pull the knot around to the aft, snip or spike the old one, then tie the new one. You'll have to lay on the bow, but it's easier than it seems. The trick is getting the new line in the hole, especially if it is the exact size. I used thin needle-nose pliers to pull, and eyeglass std screwdriver to push around the edges, plus Vaseline. Make sure not to pull out any strands, or if you do just torch the end after it's through and tied.
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Oh, I just looked closer at your pic. The hole is in the bottom of the drum? Mine has an ear on the face of the drum with a hole in it. Sorry my previous comments may not be valid for your setup, especially trying to retie the knot.
 
Apex

Apex

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Jun 19, 2013
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C&C 30 Elk Rapids
CLaude, my dock neighbor has his furling line de-cored for the first 1/3. it is ABSOLUTELY a brilliant idea, a lot more room on the drum, and ease of hand.
 
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VF84Sluggo

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Jan 10, 2015
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Skipper said:
The hole is in the bottom of the drum? Mine has an ear on the face of the drum with a hole in it. Sorry my previous comments may not be valid for your setup, especially trying to retie the knot.
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Exactly...that's the issue. Heck, if there are no retaining screws for the lower drum housing, I've even been considering cutting/Dremel-ing a 'U' in the lower housing abeam the hole for the line so that it's possible to get to the knot without disassembling the boat.

Rant: What a bullsh!t way to design the way the furling line is secured! End of Rant.
 
Apex

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Jun 19, 2013
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Vf8:
I think it will be easier than you think.

If there was a shortcoming in the design, the stopper knot needs to be shallow for the drum cover to go back on. Simple overhand stopper will suffice though and tighten to a shallow height.
 
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VF84Sluggo

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Jan 10, 2015
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Thanks much...hopefully this will not be as big of a red-ass as I'm bracing myself for.

I'd go look today, but it is absolutely pouring rain. Then again, a little fresh water never hurt a sailor :D
 
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