+1 for the Furlex. I had Furlex on my C&C 24 and now I have a Harken A00. Night and day. Furlex is substantially easier to attach (and detach) when you take the mast down or step the mast back (and we do it twice a year).
I think both (Harken and Furlex) are designed for DIY installation (the instructions are very detailed). You will need a new headstay (or at least re-swage it). I would toss the old hank-on sails and get a new 135 jib. The 135 is assuming that you have “average” winds. Some people like even smaller sails, if the area where you sail has strong winds. You should be able to get a new jib for under $1500. Marek C270 Legato Ottawa, ON From: Josh Muckley via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, January 6, 2016 00:45 To: C&C List Cc: Josh Muckley Subject: Re: Stus-List Furler system Curtis, I installed a Furlex 200s on my last boat. The rigger/sail maker that sold it to me evidently was not supposed to allow me to install it myself. I think that for the same price he would have done the work. I just like DIY. The 200s is their smallest furler and would probably be sufficient for your application. I really like the design A LOT! One thing to consider is the annual maintenance. With Harken, the delrin bearings don't require anything but a freshwater rinse and some mclube. Furlex has SS bearings which are supposed to be fresh water rinsed and greased. SS seems more durable but heavier and requires more-ish maintenance. A Furlex comes with a new headstay which, if you decide to install yourself, can be easily made up and terminated with the included swageless fitting. Really nice. Well engineered. I paid ~1200 for the furler and then after installation had a sail made for ~$1300. BTW the headstay is a single point vulnerability which could cause a loss of the mast. If it hasn't been replaced, it probably should be. I would take this opportunity to upsize the wire. I'm currently having the rod rigging in my 30 year old furler replaced. Upsized from #12 to #17 Navteq rod. Break strength from 12500 to 17500 and only about 3 lbs heavier. Just piece of mind. Josh Muckley S/V Sea Hawk 1989 C&C 37+ Solomons, MD On Jan 5, 2016 9:03 PM, "Curtis via CnC-List" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: I have the approval from the admiral to purchase a new sail and furler system for my C&C30MK1. 1981 1/4 ss wire Any advise on how or what to buy? I have no Idea how to proceed. I have a 115% 135% and a 170%. all hank on sails. I have a asymmetrical in a sock as well. My budget needs to be around or below $4, to 5 grand. I'm looking for advise on the complete package. 1) can I install it? 2) how do I know what to buy? I sail local with fun club racing? 3) my sails are all from the 1980's and 1990's? Throw them out and buy new? 3) Asy furler? Thanks for your help Capt,Curtis McDaniel Dataw island Marina 843-838-8410 Office http://www.datawmarina.com/ ~~~~ __/) ~~~~ . _______________________________________________ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com
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