[C38] main sheet

[Joseph Launie]

William Knowles wrote:
> Has anyone used a different mainsheet configration?
> Like a 6 to 1 block set up directily on the track? Can
> the track stand the strain or do you have to stay with
> the factory set-up. 
>
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On Macavity we have changed both the mainsheet arrangement and the 
traveler control lines. We have 5 or 6 to one thru blocks between the 
car and boom. The mainsheet then goes forward to a turning block which 
runs it aft along the deck (and under the dodger when that is on) to the 
starboard winch on the cabin top. I ripped out the side blocks on the 
traveler car and rigged 6 to 1 control lines which also go to turning 
blocks running them underneath the dodger to cleats on the cabin top. On 
Macavity we have replaced all our Gerhowser blocks with Harken. The most 
difficult change but the best was to install Harken adjustable tracks 
and cars for the genoa sheet instead of the original. That installation 
was a long story (I commissioned the boat myself) available on request. 
Joe Launie, Commodore, Cat 38 International Assn, Macavity, #365.