[C320-list] Mainsheet

[Pat Ireland]

We too have been looking at improving the main sheet cleat configuration and
would really like to convert to a cam.  However, in heavy air, the load is
significant, even with a change to a single ended sheet and some additional
purchase.   So take care.  We have learned to use the winch for now and will
continue to do so until we find a safe alternate layout.  Of significant
concern is the amount of sheet that will be required if additional purchase
blocks are installed.   That extra length may be as cumbersome as the
frustrating clam cleat.  Really would like to see what you develop.    This
is an interesting subject as it looks like other Catalina models have the
same configuration.  You would think someone has an answer.  FYI - Sort on
the post history to see prior 320 discussion.

Pat, 801
On Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 12:44 PM, Rick Evans
<ericstillwellevans at gmail.com>wrote:

> Yes it is completely useless and I wind up using the starboard side winch
> as
> the mainsheet cleat which during races does not work well.
>
> I think the purchase needs to be increased so a winch is not needed and a
> swivel cam cleat be utilized on both the starboard and port sides.
>
> I am going to take a look and see what can be done.
>
> Thanks
> Rick
> 724
>
> On Tue, Oct 19, 2010 at 3:20 PM, Jack McDonough <mcdonough5 at verizon.net
> >wrote:
>
> > Rick:
> >
> > Yes, I agree that the main sheet jam cleat is next to useless but I've
> done
> > nothing about it.
> >
> > jack
> > #947
> >
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rick Evans" <
> > ericstillwellevans at gmail.com>
> > To: <C320-List at catalina320.com>
> > Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 2010 2:44 PM
> > Subject: [C320-list] Mainsheet
> >
> >
> >
> >  I was wonder if any one else thinks the mainsheet cleat on the 320 is
> next
> >> to useless? If so have they done anything about it?
> >>
> >> Also I believe the tackle arrangement must be insufficient for the loads
> >> as
> >> I think you should be able to trim a main sheet on a 32 without winch
> >> assistance except in extreme cases.
> >>
> >> Has anyone replaced the cleats with a better arrangement?
> >>
> >> Has anyone added purchase to the main sheet arrangement to improve it to
> >> be
> >> able to handle the loads by hand?
> >>
> >> If so any part numbers info pictures would be helpful.
> >>
> >> Thanks
> >> Rick
> >> 724
> >>
> >
> >
>