E34-2 Traveler

[Phr3d]

So, 34 year old plastic end cap thingies let go. The kit to replace seems to be called Harken Big Boat non-captive bearing car rebuild kit.

Has anyone done this or have advice? There is a replacement car available that has the blocks located on the sides rather than the top. Is that one better for reasons?

It looks like we’re limping home tomorrow without the traveler - but with a Rube Goldberg main sheet block attachment. Thoughts?

 

[Loren Beach]

That new-style Harken traveler car we now have does have the sheaves mounted low. It's great compared to the 1988 version it replaced. If a version of it would work for your boat I highly recommend it.

Some photos in this blog entry.

O34 - Traveler Controls, improved purchase

There is regular discussion here on traveler controls and how much "purchase" is sufficient. Stock setup on the 0-34 was a three part purchase on each side, with the free end cleated off to a cam cleat on the inside of each cockpit combing, just...

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