[C320-list] Traveler woes

[Chuck Mueller]

Scott:  I had the same problem years ago on a boat built shortly after
yours.  The change to the Garhauer traveler was added or taller pins around
the sheaves, so that the line could not come off and jam.  At that time
Garhauer asked me to send in the car, and they modified it at no charge.
Has worked great ever since.  They are an amazing company and I recommend
that you give them a call.  Taking off the end caps was not very hard, but
watch out for the bearings as they are not captive.  Good Luck!
Chuck Mueller
Northwind #676 (2000)
Holland, MI

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Date: Sat, 13 Jun 2020 09:15:06 -0400
From: Scott Thompson <surprise at thompson87.com>
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Subject: [C320-list] Traveler woes
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The traveler on my boat gives me grief. If I allow even a little slack the
lines jam. I?ve replaced the lines and tried different diameters with no
improvement. Plus the bearings run rough and there is no good way to flush
them out. The other day I was sailing with a reef and 20+ knots apparent and
the damned thing jammed during a tack so that I could not ease the traveler
below centerline. 

I?m wondering about a replacement or upgrade.  I vaguely recall a past
discussion about Garhauer changing the design. I have no idea whether I have
the new or old version. Does anyone have useful advice for taming this
situation? How do I tell which one I have?

Scott Thompson
Surprise #653, 1999