[C320-list] Main Halyard Replacement

[Frank Drahos]

I am thinking about replacing the main halyard - after all it is 13 years 
old - I think it's (safe) useful life is over.

I am wondering if anyone has "Up-Sized" their main halyard from 3/8 inch to 
7/16 inch?  Will this cause problems? Is it a waste of money? Is this safe ? 
Practical? Will 7/16 fit over the sheaves at the mast head? Will it fit the 
rope clutches?

Secondary question, related question.


Which would be better?

New England Ropes - Sta-Set X?  or   Sta-Set?

I've read that STA-SET X is supposed to be great for Halyards, but I also 
read that some folks have been using plain STA-SET.

What about Sampsom Ropes?


Comments? Please!  At this point it's just an idea.

Frank
Belles & Whistles #98