Mike—
When I get down to the boat this weekend, I'll take some photos of the setup. I'd point out that I only have TWO blocks, which are located on the mast, and that the lazyjacks themselves are using stainless steel rigging rings.
As for what size line... I think it is a 3/16" line... and the main sail doesn't hang up on it at all, since I retract the lazy jacks once the mainsail is furled.
Scaling the system up isn't a big deal... the idea for mine came off a Cross 34 trimaran 20+ years ago.
Any other questions, let me know.
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Originally Posted by Maineac38
Sailing Dog!
Hey, dude! I read your description, on your blog, and I saw the drawing. Would it be imposing to ask you to post a couple of pix of the system? It would really help me out. Where are all the blocks? What size line? Does you main hang up on the jacks going up or downI''ve got a million questions. Sorry... Yours is a 238 ft boat. Ours is 38 ft. Does scaling it up create any unique challenges? Our main is big and hard to handle, even for two. And we've attempted flaking the main with several experienced sailors, on different events. I guess I'm looking for as much info as I can get. I dont' want to start drilling holes, untill I'm sure I've got it right.
Thanks, in advance, for any more advice you might offer.
Michael
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