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Adjustable jib cars
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selene:
So as you guys know I put in a new Garhauer traveler, and rigid boom vang. Awesome upgrades - both have been excellent investments, making Selene safer and more fun to sail.
I was out on a friend'sa few days ago C&C (36 I think) - sweet boat - and was admiring how easily they adjusted the jib cars from the cockpit. I am always jumping forwards to tweak mine.
So...anybody had experience with the Garhauer e-z Glide Adjustable Genoa system? How smooth does it run? I have heard of people replacing the bungee cord (which seems a bit weak to me) with blocks. Under load - unless the bearings are (and remain) very low-friction, I can imagine the car binding and not coming back with a bungee.
Anyhow, and feedback would be appreciated.
Rusty Pelican:
I race on a Tartan 33 that has them. The bungee does not work, otherwise they are well built for the $$$.
The do help to optimize sail trim in changing conditions.
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