I am about to install roller furling on my mine, and I am wondering is there is a unit of choice. Dennis Monk
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hello all,
i was wondering if anyone had tips on installing roller furling on the
vega, also tips and advice on rebuilding of the gas inboard engine
would be very helpful.
my name is tim brown, i have vega number 482 if i am reading my reg
correct i have had it for about 5 years, the first year on lake
michigan, and the past four years sailing year round! in salem,
mass.
i was told that this hull had some history to it, i believe its old
name was "lyra". if anyone knows i would love to hear
thanks and be well,
tim
i was wondering if anyone had tips on installing roller furling on the
vega, also tips and advice on rebuilding of the gas inboard engine
would be very helpful.
my name is tim brown, i have vega number 482 if i am reading my reg
correct i have had it for about 5 years, the first year on lake
michigan, and the past four years sailing year round! in salem,
mass.
i was told that this hull had some history to it, i believe its old
name was "lyra". if anyone knows i would love to hear
thanks and be well,
tim
Hello
Tim:
First
of all, the name of our Vega is Lyra. It is a star in the constellation Vega.
Second, I just received a complete parts catalogue and
price list for the gas engine from Albin Motor in Sweden.
I have
a gas engine and a spare that I plan to rebuild. They are very sturdy and
reliable, easy to get parts for and easy to start by hand. For info: info@...
Cheers
Brian
- 1039 "Lyra"
Tim:
First
of all, the name of our Vega is Lyra. It is a star in the constellation Vega.
Second, I just received a complete parts catalogue and
price list for the gas engine from Albin Motor in Sweden.
I have
a gas engine and a spare that I plan to rebuild. They are very sturdy and
reliable, easy to get parts for and easy to start by hand. For info: info@...
Cheers
Brian
- 1039 "Lyra"
Dennis
As to installing roller furling, I have installed FURLEX on two Vegas. I
don't have anything else to compare with, but I can't imagine any being
easier to install or operate.
An absolute must is that, as you remove the mast from the boat, DO NOT change
the setting on the turnbuckle on the forestay. You will have to measure that
quite accurately in order to cut the material for the new Furlex. Also, get
professional sailmaker help on setting up your Genoa. It will need some
changes, even besides replacing the snaps.
Also, be sure to follow the instructions as to allowing sufficient angle at
the head of the jib. Too small an angle with the Furlex or any other roller
furler will give you trouble.
Good Luck and Fair Winds
Ed Davis
As to installing roller furling, I have installed FURLEX on two Vegas. I
don't have anything else to compare with, but I can't imagine any being
easier to install or operate.
An absolute must is that, as you remove the mast from the boat, DO NOT change
the setting on the turnbuckle on the forestay. You will have to measure that
quite accurately in order to cut the material for the new Furlex. Also, get
professional sailmaker help on setting up your Genoa. It will need some
changes, even besides replacing the snaps.
Also, be sure to follow the instructions as to allowing sufficient angle at
the head of the jib. Too small an angle with the Furlex or any other roller
furler will give you trouble.
Good Luck and Fair Winds
Ed Davis
Tim Brown and Dennis Monk were asking about roller furling.
Something you might consider is getting a furler with a flexible foil. Our
old one wore out a couple of years ago and we replaced with a Harken unit
with a one-piece flexible foil. We put up and take down the mast ourselves
by folding it back, and that brings a problem of bending the usual types of
foils as the forestay flops around or droops. A couple of companies make
them.
If you have a spinnaker halyard, make sure the top of the furling device
will be low enough that it will not foul the halyard or its block. Aside
from that, the choice of units is a pretty personal thing, because there is
such a variety available, from costly to super expensive. Best thing is to
collect all the brochures and choose what appeals.
John B. Sprague, Salt Spring Island, B.C. Flagfish no. 1492
Something you might consider is getting a furler with a flexible foil. Our
old one wore out a couple of years ago and we replaced with a Harken unit
with a one-piece flexible foil. We put up and take down the mast ourselves
by folding it back, and that brings a problem of bending the usual types of
foils as the forestay flops around or droops. A couple of companies make
them.
If you have a spinnaker halyard, make sure the top of the furling device
will be low enough that it will not foul the halyard or its block. Aside
from that, the choice of units is a pretty personal thing, because there is
such a variety available, from costly to super expensive. Best thing is to
collect all the brochures and choose what appeals.
John B. Sprague, Salt Spring Island, B.C. Flagfish no. 1492