[Rhodes22-list] IMF

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John,
There are several reasons this could happen. First thing is to lubricate  
the lower bearing with WD-40 or some other marine lubricant. With  the 
bearing moving freely, unfurl the main sail, keeping pressure on both  lines. Once 
fully extended, raise the boom to just above level. Keeping pressure  on 
the outhaul, furl the main. It should roll up nice and tight. If not, perhaps  
there is an experienced Rhodie near you that can help.
Another possible reason for this happening is that the sail itself is not  
stretched tightly from top of furling tube to bottom. I've seen where the 
strap  at the top has broken. This is an easy fix with the mast down.
 
Rummy
 
 
In a message dated 5/18/2014 7:59:29 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org writes:

I am  having trouble with my mainsail IMF. I cannot get the entire sail to 
furl. The  head furls completely but the tack does not. I have tried to 
adjust the  topping lift but no success. Any suggestions? I remember seeing 
posts on this  some time ago but couldn't find them.

John Waldhausen
Bainbridge  Island
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