25d traveler conversion

[frankfurder]

Anybody converted the standard mainsheet to a usable traveler system with the stock 1" track?
I cant find anyone with the hardware to fit the 1" track except for turning blocks designed for the headsail track.
Zelda's traveler conversion on her 33 looks very nice but the hardware doesnt seem to be available for the 1" tracks?

I think I can modify the factory traveler car to add a turning block with becket, but cant find any double cheek blocks w/jam cleat mounted on a 1" track.

I really dont want to replace the track.

[Duncan]

Garhauer (Link) has a great reputation for service and value, from what I have heard.

[Kevin Kaldenbach]

I bought secondhand Harken end blocks, did a little filing to them to get them to fit the tracks. For the car I found some sheeves that fit the existing car using longer bolts.The only problem I am having is that I need to put a thin plate between the sheeves to keep the line from tangling when I move the car quickly and don't keep tension on the lazy side.

[tjr818]

Frankfurder,
Is this what you have now? I can add two shackles to my "car", but I am still trying to find control blocks that will fit. If I find any I will let you know.

[img]http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd4 ... G_0827.jpg[/img]

[Jeff G]

I replaced the old thumb screw version with a Harken small boat kit. Do not get the low profile track as it interferes a bit with the teak trim. The holes lined up perfectly. Securing the nuts below was a PITA. The old version had the traveler slider permanently attached to the main block. So I did upgrade the block while I was at it. This video does show the install somewhat.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPCkoFb8qWE

[frankfurder]

Tim;

Yes, the cofiguration in your pic is what I have, except the mainsheet control block is not removable from the car, as your appears to be.

If you find any control end blocks that fit the 1" track please let me know! Thanks.

[Dick Kobayashi]

If you solve this problem there will be many who will be interested in how you did it. I struggled with the original system for some years and then bought Harken equipment from Rigging Only. Cost about $500. But it was for a functional system as opposed to a totally non-functional one. Wish I had had a simpler, cheaper solution.