Does anyone know what brand the traveler track is on a 1980 37 Cutter? Other than the original car it looks as though all the other blocks are either random brands or too worn to even read the names. Is there a resource where I could measure my track and compare it to more current products?
Traveler rail on 37C
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In my eleven years here on HOW I have never seen that question answered. My 1979 track on the bridgedeck looks like some I have seen online and on other non-Hunters. If I had to guess I would say Kenyon since all my spars are Kenyon. A call to Hunter might get you an answer. Or Rig-Rite: http://www.rigrite.com/A-Main/traveller_M.html .
Since I don't race my H37C the traveller is not a problem. It would be nice to have the fine adjustment of a track with blocks and cleats. But the thought of removing mine and paying for a new one means I will probably keep what I have. If I did make the change it would stay where it is, on the bridgedeck.
Since I don't race my H37C the traveller is not a problem. It would be nice to have the fine adjustment of a track with blocks and cleats. But the thought of removing mine and paying for a new one means I will probably keep what I have. If I did make the change it would stay where it is, on the bridgedeck.
Ed,
Thanks for your reply. I think I'll call Hunter tomorrow. You're the second person that suggested that. My original rig had a single block at the car with a 90 degree turn through a pinch device. When there was wind in the sail you absolutely could not move the traveler without climbing up on the deck and pushing the boom while someone else pulled the line. Not good for a single hander that wants to go as fast as possible. Part of the joy of sailing for me is to command as much power from the wind as the boat can grab. BTW How do you get your boat picture into your posts and replies?
Gary Buck
Thanks for your reply. I think I'll call Hunter tomorrow. You're the second person that suggested that. My original rig had a single block at the car with a 90 degree turn through a pinch device. When there was wind in the sail you absolutely could not move the traveler without climbing up on the deck and pushing the boom while someone else pulled the line. Not good for a single hander that wants to go as fast as possible. Part of the joy of sailing for me is to command as much power from the wind as the boat can grab. BTW How do you get your boat picture into your posts and replies?
Gary Buck
Some of the early 80's models used Ronstan stuff. You can also consider having a new track custom drilled. This makes r/r of the existing unit less work.
I did that on my H'31. Harken drill their track to match my specs. This made installation of the new traveler very easy.
I believe that Garhauer Marine will also do this for you. They have some very nice units.
I did that on my H'31. Harken drill their track to match my specs. This made installation of the new traveler very easy.
I believe that Garhauer Marine will also do this for you. They have some very nice units.
Gary, there are two ways to add pictures. If you use "Quick Reply" you have to go back in with "Edit". When in edit or "Post Reply" or "Post New Topic" you will find "Attach Files" and "Upload Photos" at the bottom of the page. That will open a new box where you select "Browse" to locate your photo(s) , then select "Upload".
I don't find my traveler that hard to adjust. I prepare for a tack by first moving the "lazy" windward stop. If I want to further adjust when it has pressure on it then I just head up a little to release it. Granted, not good for racing. I sail on big water, first Lake Erie, now Gulf of Mexico, so tacks are not too frequent.
If I was going to an adjustable track it would definitely be a Garhauer. And as Steve points out they would drill it to match.
I don't find my traveler that hard to adjust. I prepare for a tack by first moving the "lazy" windward stop. If I want to further adjust when it has pressure on it then I just head up a little to release it. Granted, not good for racing. I sail on big water, first Lake Erie, now Gulf of Mexico, so tacks are not too frequent.
If I was going to an adjustable track it would definitely be a Garhauer. And as Steve points out they would drill it to match.
Traveler...
I may be wrong, but on my '81 37-c, the track is....Nicro fico! An inquiry with that name may bear results.
I may be wrong, but on my '81 37-c, the track is....Nicro fico! An inquiry with that name may bear results.
That's probably right Dave: http://www.rigrite.com/travellers/nf_travellers/NFtraveler.html .
I still can't believe that you are still in Avalon after all these years. How often do you go to the mainland?
I still can't believe that you are still in Avalon after all these years. How often do you go to the mainland?
Ed, I think I may have answered my own question. There are several small attachements such as cam cleats with an "S" stamped on them. I contacted Schaffer Marine and they think it's thier part. They gave me a few part suggestions but I'm not in the mood to put $700 in an old traveler so I added some double blocks by attaching them to the ends of the rail with tangs. I'll mount it back on the boat and try it out this weekend. When I removed it from the cabin trunk 5 of the eight bolts broke in the aluminum pilons. Add one other bolt on top that broke and the machine shop charged me $265 to drill them out and install hellacoils. OUCH!
After ten years, I can't believe it either! FYI, We go to the mainland as seldom as possible,and then usually for Dr. appts.
Every day spent in this glorious place with these warm, affable people is a blessing. Add to that I get to live aboard Duet with my beautiful wife of 45 years, and you've got to agree, I'm a very lucky guy!
Sure hope all is well with you and your family, and I'll bet you're knee-deep in a new project right now....? Wait 'til you see my newest one...details soon.
Best regards,
Dave
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