[Rhodes22-list] Furling headsail replacement

[Michael McKay]

Thanks Rick, I thought that might be the case.  

Michael McKay
(630) 209-2054 (m)

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> On Oct 14, 2021, at 12:32 PM, Rick Lange <sloopblueheron at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Hi Michael,
> 
> You'll need a new forestay to accommodate the new foil.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Rick Lange
> 
> 
>> On Thu, Oct 14, 2021 at 12:20 PM Michael McKay <mm.bizlist1 at gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>> 
>> The recent threads regarding mainsails and racing performance issues
>> prompts me to ask a question that’s been on my mind.
>> 
>> My boat has the factory furler, which requires me to drop the mast to
>> remove the headsail.  I’d like the option of being able to change out my
>> 130 for a working jib when appropriate for higher wind race days.
>> 
>> I’ve been contemplating replacing my furler with a CDI or Harken, but I
>> believe I will need an additional halyard for that and my masthead doesn’t
>> have an extra sheave. Has anyone done that replacement and could you share
>> what your experience was?
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> Michael McKay
>> s/v Liber (2006/2018)
>> 
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