mid boom sheeting Sails and Rigging- Standing and Running Forums

I added the Schaefer Bridgedeck Traveller system: http://www.defender.com/produc.....sp?path=-1|118|2234|311658|312111&id=118119 

on my DE 32 just forward of the companionway.  It's held up well and is certainly up to the task for the 32.  It's supposed to be good for boats up to 38, so it should work for your boat as well.  I added two bails to the boom forward and aft of the traveller and run a 4:1 setup.  For the most part I can still handle the main by hand, but I do have a lewmar 16 that I run it to when I need it.  I drilled out the deck and reinforced the traveller holes with epoxy columns before I installed it and it's held up well. 

 

Hope that helps,

Jason Rose

DE32 Bodhran

Sorry, I didn't realize that the link got mangled, here's tinyurl link to make sure that it fits properly:

 

http://tinyurl.com/y8y8hln

 

Jason

A few have requested spec on the main sheet equipment on Gracie Emmett, so I’ve decided to post the details. The estimate cost for this equipment is approximately $3,000 - $4,000 depending on winch style, not including the custom winch backing plates and miscellaneous fasteners/hardware.

 

MID-BOOM MAIN SHEET- Gracie Emmett:

 

(2)  ½” Sta-Set lines, 50’  (9,600# breaking strength) ($1.99/ 100 LF = $200)

 

l(2)  Schaefer Fiddle Block with becket (Model 705-55)  2 3/8” sheave (2,250 safe working load) takes up to a 9/16” line. ($115/each = $330)

7 Series Fiddle Block with Becket Fiddle Block with Stainless Steel Cheeks and Becket.

 

Features: Universal Head design may be locked in place or allowed to swivel. Delrin sheave maintains strength and low-friction. For boats to 34'. Combine with 705-45 for a 4:1Purchase.

Specifications: Sheave Dia. 2-3/8" (60mm) Thickness 1-3/32" (28mm) Width 3-31/32" (101mm)

Length 8-25/32" (223mm) SWL 2250 lbs. (1020kg) Weight 1lb 5oz (595g) Max Line: 1/2" (13mm

 

(2) Schaefer Double Block  with univ. head(Model 504-25) 2” sheave (1,750 safe working load) takes up to a ½” line. ($92/each = $184)

 

Double aluminum block with high strength head. High-strength head retains three-way locking feature. Use with #747-08 duraratchet for complete mainsheet or vang control. Use with 5 series adapters for custom applications. Length: 5 1/16" Width: 2 1/8" T: 1 21/32" Weight: 8.3 oz.

5 Series blocks offer small to medium sized racing and cruising yachts an extremely high strength to weight ratio and oversized sheet capacity. They are true workhorse blocks and will provide years of trouble-free service. Versatile head design has a three-way, built-in locking feature and accepts multiple universal adapters for custom mounting Choose between brilliant stainless steel or tough, hardcoat anodized aluminum cheeks with UV protected Delrin sheaves or Delrin ball bearing sheaves  Sheave diameter: 2 Pin diameter: 1/4  SWL: 1,750 lbs.; ball bearing: 1,500 lbs.

 

(2) Harken winches 32.2 self tailing, two speed, with ¼” aluminum backing plates with 1” overlap from winch base. ($1,100/each = $2,200)

 

 Features:  Unique self-tailing device permits adjustment to varying line sizes by depressing a spring-loaded flange on the device and turning for proper sheet diameter. Ball bearing feeder greatly decreases friction, protects sheets and increases efficiency. Roller bearings on the interior center shaft. 17-4 PH stainless primary gears.

 

Specifications:

l        #1 Gear ratio: 2.4:1

l        #2 Gear ratio: 4.7:1

l        #1 Power ratio: 16.4:1

l        #2 Power ratio: 32.2:1

l        Fastener circle: 4-1/8"

l        Fasteners (FH): 5" x 1/4"

l        Drum diameter: 2-5/16"

l        Base diameter: 5-7/16"

l        Height: 6-7/16"

l        Weight: 11.2 lbs

l        Line diameter: Minimum – 5/16"

l        Line diameter: Maximum – 1/2"

l        Line entry height: 2-3/4"

 

 

I changed the mid-boom sheeting to end boom which because of the better purchase needs only a four part tackle (at the most 5 part) and no winch (on the DE32). We removed the winch on the cabin top which may have been for the mainsheet or maybe the staysail (which doesn't need one either). So was able to get rid of a lot of extra gear (and expense) and fabricate a better 'garage' for the companionway hatch, dodger and bimini (pics on Pelli re-fit).

Anyway - the cluncky s/s traveller that had been on the cabintop is, I believe, still at the consignment shop down here in Oriental,NC and could be retrieved if anyone wants it.

Tim - 'Pelli'  DE32

Hey Scott - I think it is only between 3 and 4 ft. long! I  had assumed it was the original, but looking through the original specs/documents etc. it obviously wasn't as she was originally tiller steered with aft sheeting. So the wheel/pedestal and mid-boom sheeting must have been a conversion. The consignment store is closed Mondays, but I'll check it out during the week and take a photo of it with measurements. I can't see many people with siutable boats around that could use it - so it's yours if you want it for free (or anyone else if you don't).

Tim - 'Pelli'  DE32