First things first, get the sails up.
We were able to raise the jib with no problems, but it was really hard to furl up the sail. It looked like the jib halyard was wrapping around the sail - not good.
We lowered the sail and examined the furler swivel assembly - this swivel part and he base seem to be fused together. We opened is up and it appeared to be rusted beyond repair.
I imagine this may be the original 30 year old furler Hyde Streamstay One Furler. As is turns out, the luff extrusion rod and furler system are actually working as the forestay.
After some sage advice from Derek, my marine surveyor friend, I have decided it is time to replace the old unit with a new Harken system. Hopefully this will happen next week and we can get back out on the water and give the sails a test.
Who was it that said "a boat is a hole in the water that you throw money into"?
I am anxiously awaiting the day when we are out sailing on a steady breeze in the beautiful Bay. Then all this effort will be worth it.
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