Have any Hunter 46.6 owners replaced the Selden Furlex Jib System? I have significant problems with the plastic furing line drum and am considering replacing the system with a Shaffer or Harkin furler. Any thoughts?
roller furling replacement
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I replaced the old Furlex unit with a Schaefer. The old unit would bind and the plastic cover for the drum would interfere with the line rolling up. The forestay had to be replaced as well. Worked with Rigging Only in your neighborhood, good service and prices, quality work.
I have the Furlex on the Bavaria 38E for the 20 yr I’ve owned her and it was there before then. (Since 1999). I’ve more or less kept it lubricated and have treated the plastic with ArmorAll and 303, and have taken it apart a couple of times for inspection when having problems. I once discovered a broken part internal which I replaced. When I got the boat the furler had evidently been rigged with some incorrectly-sized line off the shelf somewhere. Probably the Dealer did that from what I have heard. I ordered and installed the Selden furling line, which yes is $$$. The furler still works fine but it wouldn’t be w/o the inspection and maintenance I describe. Before tossing it, it might be less expensive for you to take it apart and inspect for worn or broken part(s) and lost screws that might have fallen out, etc. Also, one should treat the furling line, say every year or couple of years, by soaking in Woolite solution overnight followed by a couple of rinses.
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I"m with Gambit.
Sometimes a tuneup and replacement of basic parts is the easiest way out.
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Sometimes a tuneup and replacement of basic parts is the easiest way out.
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Gary
I have Hunter 41 with with the Furlex 200. For a few years the furler would over ride and jam. Replaced the plastic drum
inside the furler last spring and just sailed from SF to LaPaz Mexico this fall .No jams or over wraps. The price was about 130.
inside the furler last spring and just sailed from SF to LaPaz Mexico this fall .No jams or over wraps. The price was about 130.