I would like to purchase a CDI FF1 furler for a Ty weekender and would like to know what is the best way to modify my jib for the furler?
rdins@rof.net
Roller Furling Jibs
Moderator: Jim Walsh
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Jim Kingrea
Re: Roller Furling Jibs
It is my understanding that you have to add a rope luff to the sail and the UV protector. I was quoted around $200.00 for the sail conversion and also $175.00 for the hardware kit for mounting the furler. The dealer I talked to recommended the FF2 furler rather than the FF1. I would like to hear if the FF1 is sturdy enough for the Typhoon.I would like to purchase a CDI FF1 furler for a Ty weekender and would like to know what is the best way to modify my jib for the furler?
jkingrea@flash.net
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Dave Nairns
Re: Roller Furling Jibs
We just installed a CDI FF2 on our Typhoon. I agree with Jim's dealer in that the FF1 that I saw seemed undersized for the boat. Our 150 genoa was re-cut with a #6 luff tape, UV protection, and webbing added at the foot and the head. We went sailing one day after Floyd blew through NJ & it was wet and wild but we were very pleased with the CDI's ability to handle the three reefs that we put in the genoa. Last point-we got the CDI through Marine Exchange and a part was crushed (during shipping??) CDI & Marine Exchange replaced it-no charge!It is my understanding that you have to add a rope luff to the sail and the UV protector. I was quoted around $200.00 for the sail conversion and also $175.00 for the hardware kit for mounting the furler. The dealer I talked to recommended the FF2 furler rather than the FF1. I would like to hear if the FF1 is sturdy enough for the Typhoon.I would like to purchase a CDI FF1 furler for a Ty weekender and would like to know what is the best way to modify my jib for the furler?
DNairns@aol.com