[C320-list] Dutchman System help...

[Joe Barrett]

Hi Tim, I had the same issues when I bought my boat and this list helped me
out. I understand you need to take in some slack on the topping lift after
you take the cover off but it shouldn't be taught when raising the main. In
order to get a full hoist you need to raise the main while head to wind with
the Boom Vang and Mainsheet loose. Slackening the reef line is the correct
thing to do as well. 
Joe Barrett
 
-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:C320-List-bounces at catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Tim
Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2006 11:02 PM
To: C320 List
Subject: [C320-list] Dutchman System help...
 
Well, so far you have been so helpful and entertaining as well. Thanks.
   
  My C320, hull # 603 has a dutchman type B with a topping lift. Sometimes I
have trouble getting the mainsail taunt and I suspect it has to do with how
I am raising the sail or lack of experience or both.
   
  When the sail is down the dutchman is loosened to allow the sail cover to
be installed. Before raising the sail, I adjust (tighten) the dutchman and
slack the single line reefing. Is this the correct procedure ? Did I miss a
step ?
   
  Help...thanks !!!
 
                  
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