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Pearson Boats - Common Systems => Deck Mounted Hardware => Topic started by: selene on August 20, 2015, 09:18:46 PM

Title: Adjustable jib cars
Post by: selene on August 20, 2015, 09:18:46 PM

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.

Title: Re: Adjustable jib cars
Post by: Rusty Pelican on August 23, 2015, 10:26:05 AM

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.