[Rhodes22-list] How to: A Trouble-free Furling Main | Sail Magazine

[Jesse Shumaker]

Peter, thanks so much for the details on the parts - that is just what I
was looking for.  I'll report back as the project comes together this fall.

On Tue, Jul 28, 2020 at 3:51 PM Peter Nyberg <peter at sunnybeeches.com> wrote:

> Jesse,
>
> I don’t keep parts lists for my projects (maybe I should), So I’m
> reconstructing this after-the-fact.
>
> For the pulley on the underside of the boom, I’m pretty sure I used a
> Harken 29mm exit block (Defender item# 604915).  (Defender labels this a
> ‘bullet block’, but I’m pretty sure this is a mistake.)  This is attached
> by screws at the ends.  The slot GB made in the boom to too long, so I made
> a new shorter slot.  To make the slot, I used a drill bit and router bit
> made for woodworking.  These will easily cut aluminum as well.
>
> The block screwed to the side of the boom at the aft end in a Ronstan 20mm
> cheek block (# 614283).
>
> The blocks mounted on the gooseneck for the outhaul and furling lines are
> Ronstan 20mm stand-up blocks (#       614282).  You’re right that there’s
> no real reason for the ’stand-up’ feature.  You could save a few bucks by
> using the standard Ronstan 20mm block (# 614279).  On the Defender site,
> the picture of this item doesn’t show a strap, but the write-up says it
> comes with one.
>
> I’ve come to use Ronstan blocks as my default choice.  They are generally
> less expensive than other brands, but I’ve never had one fail in any way.
> So, attached to the Dwyer halyard organizer, I’ve used Ronstan 20mm swivel
> blocks (#614278), which are very versatile.
>
> Good luck on your projects,
>
> —Peter
>
>
> > On Jul 25, 2020, at 4:47 PM, Jesse Shumaker <
> jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > Peter,
> >
> > I have a few questions regarding your rigging changes described in your
> > video at https://youtu.be/YS1MIEcvkPs.  What parts and source for parts
> did
> > you use for the following:
> >
> >   - pulley in the boom to run the IMF furling line
> >   - block/sheave screwed on the side of the boom towards the end for
> >   running the mainsail outhaul
> >   - blocks mounted on the gooseneck to run the outhaul line and furling
> >   line.
> >      - Side note: I saw you used spring mounted blocks for the blocks on
> >      the gooseneck but I wonder if that is needed since those are
> > normally under
> >      tension.
> >
> > I hope you don't get tired of my questions about your projects.  Seeing
> > what others have done spurs some ideas for offseason projects and I'm
> sure
> > all the Rhodies appreciate the time you have taken to share this info on
> > youtube and the email list.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Jesse Shumaker
> > S/V Zephyr0
>
>