[C320-list] Outhaul and reefing problems

[P.F. Ross]

Been a long while since I have done this, but I found this double block
reduces reefing line friction due to its much larger sheaves and needle
bearings not found on the original block inside the boom.

https://www.velasailingsupply.com/inside-boom-single-line-reefing-block/?gad_source=1

It has been a while since I made this change so about all I remember is
that I was able to get enough reefiing line slack to get the old block out
of the aft end of the boom and replace it with the SeaSure unit (that just
barely fits in through the end of the boom.

My outhaul was lead back to the cockpit from the factory on my boat.

As for sheaves, I think there is a manual on the website (I know there is
for the mast, not sure about the boom that gives parts breakdown.  You can
find new axles and sheaves at Rig-Rite.com.

As far as reefing line routing, you will find several ideas from earlier
posts when looking through the history.  I find the factory layout on my
boat works well, especially with the SeaSure block.

Frank Ross
Beta Wave #206
Naples, FL

On Mon, Jun 3, 2024 at 12:57 PM Tong Yi via C320-list <
c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:

> I also have this issue. Didn’t look into it closely but at first glance it
> seems as the “axles”. Are bent preventing the thieves to move.
>
> On Mon, Jun 3, 2024 at 1:12 PM Steve Weinstein via C320-list <
> c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
>
> >  Has anyone found a good solution to the problems with the outhaul and
> > reefing lines in the boom, the sheaves in the stern end of the boom and
> > running the outhaul line back to the cockpit?  Before I start searching
> for
> > postings I figured I'd ask the group as there are a lot of very
> > knowledgeable people on here with a lot of experience.  I'm having a
> > problem with the blocks in the boom seizing up or interfering with one
> > another, or some other problem with the lines jamming in the boom.  Any
> > thoughts on what's causing it and how to fix it would be greatly
> > appreciated.  Also, let me know if there are any articles or postings
> that
> > discuss how to fix this.
> > Thanks in advance!!!
> > Steve Weinstein,2000 C320 #722, Vega
> >
> >
>