john Gonzalez
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My 382 is still on stands undergoing refit. I have decided to replace the Hyde Stream Furler with a Hood SeaFurl 5. I can measure the forestay myself but I have to account for the length of the turnbuckle. Does anyone have the pin to pin measurement with a turnbuckle? Has anyone had any experience with the Seafurl 5?
Also, I will be buying and installing on the mast the Strong Track System to manage bringing down the mainsail better as I will be solo sailing. I looked into boom furlers and spoke with several of the company representatives who mkt them. Very complicated to have fitted and way too much $$$. As much as I want that system, I will tie at least $15k into it and still will need electric winch to operate it so, that's out. I've decided instead to use the Strong Track System as a easier way to raise and lower the mainsail with a sailpack. Has anyone tried this system?
Thanks.
Also, I will be buying and installing on the mast the Strong Track System to manage bringing down the mainsail better as I will be solo sailing. I looked into boom furlers and spoke with several of the company representatives who mkt them. Very complicated to have fitted and way too much $$$. As much as I want that system, I will tie at least $15k into it and still will need electric winch to operate it so, that's out. I've decided instead to use the Strong Track System as a easier way to raise and lower the mainsail with a sailpack. Has anyone tried this system?
Thanks.