Source for replacement sheaves

[yelkenli]

The sheave on this single line reefing clew car fell apart. Most likely age.

Is there a good source for replacement sheaves, or do I have to go to the OEM to get a replacement?

I am not sure of the OEM at this point. Still investigating. And I am assuming I can replace just the sheave.

 

[kloudie1]

The sheave can be replaced but it is not easy to. You have to drill the expanded end of the sheave axle and press it out. The axle can be replaced with a recessed head shouldered bolt. The pulley hole cannot impinge on any bolt threads The sheave itself is available from Schaefer, the OEM, or you can source them from places like Vela Sailing or Defender or West Marine or Amazon.. it is best to remove the old sheave so that you can measure it precisely. Sometimes there is a bushing in the sheave that makes the ID bigger than outside appearance would suggest.
EDIT Found a couple of pictures. I think I got the sheaves from Vela. Axle drilled and wheels removed in order to measure the bushing diameter which is the ID of the new sheave.

 

[yelkenli]

If I don't want to go that route, are these tracks standard, so I can buy a replacement car assembly?

 

[jssailem]

Measure the width of the track. Check with Garhauer Marine.

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[kloudie1]

Your car looks to be a jiffy reef car on the side of the boom .. If the track width and thickness of the lip is what this one accepts, here is your replacement:
Schaefer Jiffy Reefing Lead Car with Block and Dead End-Bail - 73-37 | Defender Marine

 

[yelkenli]

Your car looks to be a jiffy reef car

$180 - makes me consider replacing that sheave. Thanks for the link.

@jssailem Thanks for the recommendation also. I will measure and see what's out there.

 

[Sean Kiaer Yacht Broker]

The sheave on this single line reefing clew car fell apart. Most likely age.

Is there a good source for replacement sheaves, or do I have to go to the OEM to get a replacement?

I am not sure of the OEM at this point. Still investigating. And I am assuming I can replace just the sheave.

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I would consider replacing the system. The hassle and time involved of drilling and pressing the pins out is a pain in the proverbial derriere.
The Shiv on my Catalina 30 broke due to old age and ended up replacing mine with a new Harken System.
Saved Time and Money you could also check to see if Fisheries Supply or West Marine carry just the car assembly. If you are outside the US, Fisheries ships internationally

 

[Steve_Catalina]

The sheave on this single line reefing clew car fell apart. Most likely age.

Is there a good source for replacement sheaves, or do I have to go to the OEM to get a replacement?

I am not sure of the OEM at this point. Still investigating. And I am assuming I can replace just the sheave.

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This was OEM manufactured by garhauer.com check the web site