cars or blocks

Our 1991 E38-200 (Sel De Mer, Hull #1) is in need of a replacement of the traveler, including blocks and cars. We're aiming to replace the fiddle block and mainsheet blocks as well. We're the 2nd owner since 1991, and am fairly certain our current equipment has never been replaced. Our...

At long last, the sheaves in my genoa lead blocks are starting to fail. I have noticed a style change in the way the blocks and cars are attached. There is what I perceive as an older free standing type block on a spring base versus a low profile block that is attached to the car so it can...