@@Antipodean33 One argument is that they fail at the worst time. Hell, everything on a boat fails at the worst time. If a furler fails then strike the sail just like a hank-on.
@@BillB23 I've been looking at a little boat to buy, a ketch cutter and I said to the old fella "pity there's no furlers" and he looked at me like I was a heretic. He said "this boat is built to cross oceans, without all the stuff that breaks" he's a purist
Couple of tips for Facnor and sta-lok fittings. Use anti seize on thread prior to tightening wire terminal occasionally there will be galling of the stainless to stainless thread and it will literally weld together unable to be undone. No need for thread locker on that one it gets done up FT as plukka said. But do use screw thread lock on furler joining screws they will work loose and disappear. Good choice on Facnor I love the gear they build.
I had this problem of seizing and found it was caused by the sharp end of the wire cutting into the receptor, easy fix is to take the edge off of the end with sand paper, file or grind wheel so it does not bite but slides.
@@markbailey6051 Ive seen one other channel take care to make sure strands dont get caught in the groove.. so they fitted once undid it checked nothing was jammed in the grooves and then retightened it to full Torque.
I never got your email asking for help! 😊 Well done and good choice on the extra halyard guide. See how you go with furling at normal halyard tension. If the angle is good that should work fine. If you find it catches the halyard (and tries to turn it) and jams at normal tension you can normally ease the halyard a touch to get furling again. And then take a fresh look at the angle adjustment.
My ancient Rotostay furler has the track, or foil, which slides up and down. The whole track slides up the forestay, then you turn the furling drum to loosen or tighten the forestay. There are "D" sections sauged on the stay top bottom and centre, the stay has a big bearing at the top so the whole lot turns. Kinda weird, but it works. Although, I'm a bit jealous of your new kit!!
What a good idea that was.Making life easier and safer.Even with crew it is a great idea.......yes upgrade where and when you can.That eas very positive.Nice Marina too.
It looks like good chromium but we will have to see. I remember Plukky saying that stainless steel and chromium has took a serious nosedive in quality! But I hope for the best always! I love it, step by step, complete install steps. WooHoo!
I grew up fishin' in boats but hearing you talk about sailboat stuff is like listening to French, but I'm learning. However FT is pretty easy to understand 😂.
Very good design. I like to use a good paint instead of sunbrella for my UV protection. It is lighter so not to wight heavy on your sail when it is raining, cheeper and no holes.
I use a quality opaque wood stain. BEHR premium solid stain 5011 white snd this can be tinted to any color. I also use it on decks. Roll on and shake sand into wet paint, let dry for second coat. Paint the sail cover and Bimini top. Cleans with water and dries fast.
He once flirted with danger, but danger got to clingy. He normally doesn't question himself but when he does he likes his answers. Happy Valentine's day my friend. Stay thirsty🍻.
Good work laddy. Now. what I would like to see. More sailing. The chickies and the wreck diving are all well and good but are you stuck in Panama? Let's go somewhere!
Hey Plucky thanks for the vid, it was of great value to me because my boat came with Stayloks all around and it was great to see your tips on installing them. Ben S/V DAWN
Thank You for the interesting in-depth video. I have exactly same furling system to be installed - but the question is, is it possible to use my regular foresail (genoa) or is a new special sail type required? Thank You in advance!
I was watching the interview you had with James (sailing Zargio) and you mentioned the names of the better catamaran's to own for blue water sailing. I didn't catch the names of the manufacturer's because I'm not use to your accent. Please rename those for me to help narrow my search for a quality boat.
I prefer hank on as a solo sailor. Yes they are more work but theres nothing to break or go wrong at all. Furler is fine of you have 3 people to help you unjam it as the sail violently flogs.
Excellent episode. Facnor has mixed reviews on some cruiser forums. I guess they have fixed the issues with new models. What model did you install on the boat? Cheers.
I think you need a video sponsor for New Zealand 🇳🇿 sailing champ to bring you un-duz-it deck cleaner for him or her to scrub your deck and clean off the rust marks!😂😀
Much more single handed sailing? Plucky the fun you have with your crew makes your videos much more entertaining. There is only so much spear fishing and beach barbequing you can do on your own before it gets samey. That said I have no idea for the reasoning behind the decision so we can only wait and see although I do have one observation...not one tongue in cheek comment about your engineering skills. You are slipping mate.
My surmise is that people who argue against furlers don't have to sail short-handed. Nicely done!
whats their argument against furlers?
@@Antipodean33 One argument is that they fail at the worst time. Hell, everything on a boat fails at the worst time. If a furler fails then strike the sail just like a hank-on.
@@BillB23 I've been looking at a little boat to buy, a ketch cutter and I said to the old fella "pity there's no furlers" and he looked at me like I was a heretic. He said "this boat is built to cross oceans, without all the stuff that breaks" he's a purist
Feel sorry for the Canadian,little rude to publicly state that her was only second choice .id not be helping this guy again after that
Couple of tips for Facnor and sta-lok fittings.
Use anti seize on thread prior to tightening wire terminal occasionally there will be galling of the stainless to stainless thread and it will literally weld together unable to be undone. No need for thread locker on that one it gets done up FT as plukka said.
But do use screw thread lock on furler joining screws they will work loose and disappear.
Good choice on Facnor I love the gear they build.
I had this problem of seizing and found it was caused by the sharp end of the wire cutting into the receptor, easy fix is to take the edge off of the end with sand paper, file or grind wheel so it does not bite but slides.
@@markbailey6051
Ive seen one other channel take care to make sure strands dont get caught in the groove.. so they fitted once undid it checked nothing was jammed in the grooves and then retightened it to full Torque.
That's great glad to see the upgrade Plucky.
This is now officially number one sailing channel on YT people.
I love these instructional vids.
You’re a natural teacher
Congratulations for not loosing one of those screws in the dock or overboard!
Just one of several hundred things I need to buy for my C-25 resto-mod.
Great to see improvements happening!
Good place to tie up to the dock and stay awhile. Explore it looks like a great find in Panama.
Hey, thanks for taking out the time to make this video. I reviewed it a lot when setting up my LS100. It took me 5 hours total alone.
No problem
Nothing wrong with a bit if bromance with the Facnor. ❤️⛵❤️
I never got your email asking for help! 😊
Well done and good choice on the extra halyard guide. See how you go with furling at normal halyard tension. If the angle is good that should work fine. If you find it catches the halyard (and tries to turn it) and jams at normal tension you can normally ease the halyard a touch to get furling again. And then take a fresh look at the angle adjustment.
Thanks NZ champ...
Good job guys. Congrats. Now you can clean and paint the inside of your boat.
and install a white rocks storage system to keep the sheilas happy
I truly appreciate you Plukky posting the how to vids. Sure wish you would do more.
Thanks for the expert info... and all the other high quality content.
My ancient Rotostay furler has the track, or foil, which slides up and down. The whole track slides up the forestay, then you turn the furling drum to loosen or tighten the forestay. There are "D" sections sauged on the stay top bottom and centre, the stay has a big bearing at the top so the whole lot turns. Kinda weird, but it works. Although, I'm a bit jealous of your new kit!!
Just fun adventure wisdom no DRAMA load of pineapple's and amazing information ! Thank you !
NOT ENOUGH PINEAPpLes Also No LiSa REEEEEEEEEEEE!
What a good idea that was.Making life easier and safer.Even with crew it is a great idea.......yes upgrade where and when you can.That eas very positive.Nice Marina too.
It looks like good chromium but we will have to see. I remember Plukky saying that stainless steel and chromium has took a serious nosedive in quality! But I hope for the best always! I love it, step by step, complete install steps. WooHoo!
I grew up fishin' in boats but hearing you talk about sailboat stuff is like listening to French, but I'm learning. However FT is pretty easy to understand 😂.
I've instal a harken MKIV unit, works simmular, slides up and I can ajust the trunbuckle too.
WOW! Plukky is actually doing some work and not just surrounding himself with pretty girls and fish. :)
Harsh
That's a nice looking furler!
Hey Plukky 😃 I like this one. Nice work. Top Stuff People !! Cool how you can access the turnbuckle. Never seen that before 🤙
Very educational pee pol, that will be a great addition to the boat Peter, definitely will be much safer for you when going solo.
Awesome video. The ones where you teach something are great.
Good to see you doing some repairs and upgrades on your boat. Smooth sailing, Lad.
Look who's moving up in the sailing world. What's next, an espresso machine? 🤣
Awesome! Keep up the greatness that is the pluck meister.
That's going to be a lot safer for you, good to see Peter.
Good day people nicely done plucky that will be a great addition to your boat and all the adventures over the next wave 🌊 cheers sailor friends 🍻
I could have sworn I left a comment this morning. Anyway, nice piece of gear for the boat.
Really exciting and very good lession.
Thank you! 🙂
Thanks Plukky, Just what I needed.
Very good design. I like to use a good paint instead of sunbrella for my UV protection. It is lighter so not to wight heavy on your sail when it is raining, cheeper and no holes.
That's very interesting Mark, what kind of paint do you use?
i agree with jack, that's very interesting. and yes im also very curious to know what paint you use.
I use a quality opaque wood stain.
BEHR premium solid stain 5011 white snd this can be tinted to any color. I also use it on decks. Roll on and shake sand into wet paint, let dry for second coat. Paint the sail cover and Bimini top. Cleans with water and dries fast.
Thanks Mark I'll give it a go
@@markbailey6051 Thanks for the great info. I think I'll give it a try on my old 130 Genoa.
Do the fastnet lighthouse. Will meet you out there, love your vids plucky.
Great furler install Plukky, I must admit I got a little nervous with that beautiful shiny drum sitting @5:35 at the edge of the dock! 😁
He once flirted with danger, but danger got to clingy.
He normally doesn't question himself but when he does he likes his answers.
Happy Valentine's day my friend. Stay thirsty🍻.
Nothing but quality as always plucky, cheers mate.
Nice to see a technical video for a change. But no snorkeling, spearfishing and no girls. comon people.
Good work laddy. Now. what I would like to see. More sailing. The chickies and the wreck diving are all well and good but are you stuck in Panama? Let's go somewhere!
I am stuck without a jib. Saving up so I can move
Very Educational Plucky ! Thanks for sharing 10/10 greetings from 🇦🇬
Very educating people! Cap is a master in furl forestay installations! Rock Hard 🤘
Hey Plucky thanks for the vid, it was of great value to me because my boat came with Stayloks all around and it was great to see your tips on installing them. Ben S/V DAWN
Very nice. Reminds me of a Pro Furl. Similar design. Great rig! Thanks for the demo. Will look into it.
Glad to see you getting quality equipment. 👍
Bloody Norah, telescopic sections, great idea.
If you put one wrench on the dock and the other one above the lower one then you can put on more force
love watchin plucky you grill and smoke fish the best
Lyckely I have a furler, maybe I should have a look on it, very good instructions. see ya Plukky.
Great video beautiful out there
Nothing dodgy about that install, nicely done
Keep this up eventually you'll get to painting again.
I have to wait till rainy season first
You're going to ruin your reputation putting new parts on that boat. 😁 Bonus points for doing DIY videos.
Good video? Do you need to change the headsail to suit or just use the existing one already had?
So easy a cave man can do it!!! Nothing but quality here people.
I like this ! Good to see you building up your home !!!
Nice when you can put your engineering degree to good practical use 😉 Hope this comment finds you safe well and happy mate
Thank You for the interesting in-depth video. I have exactly same furling system to be installed - but the question is, is it possible to use my regular foresail (genoa) or is a new special sail type required? Thank You in advance!
Was it hanked on? You need to get a bolt rope tape sewn on of appropriate diameter... Usually 5 or 6 mm but check
Nothing but quality people! :)
Awesome! Let us know how it performs.
Enjoyed watching your expertise. Thanks!
I was watching the interview you had with James (sailing Zargio) and you mentioned the names of the better catamaran's to own for blue water sailing. I didn't catch the names of the manufacturer's because I'm not use to your accent. Please rename those for me to help narrow my search for a quality boat.
How to. I love these kinds of videos. Thanks Capt. P? LOL. ❤🇺🇸⛵🎬🤙
Just hearing your voice is good with me. And something substantial. thats up to you , but whatever LOL. Thank you!
Nice job! Good to see it worked out well and you've now doubled the price of your boat 🤣 Time for a well earned pineapple I think 🍍
I prefer hank on as a solo sailor. Yes they are more work but theres nothing to break or go wrong at all. Furler is fine of you have 3 people to help you unjam it as the sail violently flogs.
Sometimes yes...i had to do it by myself once without an autopilot in squally conditions close to reef and rocks....it wasn't good
Excellent episode. Facnor has mixed reviews on some cruiser forums. I guess they have fixed the issues with new models. What model did you install on the boat? Cheers.
Five stars on this video, Captain!
Very interesting Peter. Hope you don't have to do much sailing single handed.
Excellent work cousin cheers mate.
Great job - very informative ( and you still managed to inject plenty of humour ) 😊
Great information. My Roller Furler needed some TLC & this vid was very helpful
I think you need a video sponsor for New Zealand 🇳🇿 sailing champ to bring you un-duz-it deck cleaner for him or her to scrub your deck and clean off the rust marks!😂😀
The new intro music is nice.
I'm guessing this is close to real-time? No crew?
Much more single handed sailing? Plucky the fun you have with your crew makes your videos much more entertaining. There is only so much spear fishing and beach barbequing you can do on your own before it gets samey. That said I have no idea for the reasoning behind the decision so we can only wait and see although I do have one observation...not one tongue in cheek comment about your engineering skills. You are slipping mate.
Nobody wants to come to my boat ha
Yes yes very nice job Plucky. When you find new friend come aboard?
Great video educational thanks waving hand for Maryland👋
Great tech film plucky. Luv yu
Hey Plucky, you had a Cat for a fairly long time before your mono. What hull config would you prefer to own and cruise?
Cat, kick up rudders and 0.5 m draft
Sent you some rehab money, enjoy your videos !
Thanks Dub...I need all the help I can get
Nice video hope it all works well.
Great Job Plukky 👏👍👌
Very interesting to see! Thanks for sharing! 😎🐬🏖🌴☀️🇦🇺
This was much better than the zingo.. blah blah shit, thanks
Enjoy these plukky. 👍👍👍👍💪💪💪💪👌👌👌👌
That meant absolutely fuck all to me but I do enjoy nerdy technical stuff.
Nice job. Safe ⛵
I say "fark nor" when I fark something up. btw you didn't use any locktite, why is that cobber?
On the stalok yes on the lower bolt to the chain plate no....nylock nut
How many tools have you lost overboard Pluksta?
Hope youre using Loctite on the screws
Noticed you didnt use locktite or sealant with screws really need to as they can shake loose!
Great like the new furler
Nicely done mate 👍 👌 👏 🇬🇧
Hi… nice, did you use your old sail and modify it to fit or did you get new sail made?
Saving up for new jib
oh no! what happened to the new crew?
What has happened to the crew from the last video? Did they abandon you for Zingaro? Maybe you should switch crews with Zingaro.....
Red Frog Marina, how many TH-camrs are there within a 200k radius?
don't forget to locktite the scrubscrews