Anyone recognize this furler???

[pkoken]

From a Tayana 55 - I cannot identify this furler...

[pkoken]

Hrmm, I'll take that as a "No".

It's obviously an older furler- it has a round aluminum luff extrusion that has rotated (about 90 degrees) in relation to the furling drum. The surveyor suggested repairing the staysail furler as opposed to simply replacing it altogether, I think it might be difficult to repair without knowing the maker!

The jib furler is a new Furlex, and seems very satisfactory-

[Bob Pingel]

Is the extrusion load bearing or does it surround a load bearing wire? I know that some of the furlers with load bearing extrusions have been deemed not worth fixing -- Hyde Streamstay comes to mind...

Bob

[pkoken]

I believe there is a stay within the extrusion, but I am not sure- Is there a way for me to check (without disassembling the furler)?

[Bob Pingel]

Without knowing what it is, it is tough to comment...

Try to contact Rigrite (www.rigrite.com). These guys specialize in obsolete parts -- they stock parts for a few old furlers.

Good luck,

Bob

[SV Papillon]

This is just a guess, 1st would be an old Schaefer 2nd would be an old Hood. Sending a pic to either companies tech support would confirm.

good luck

Jake

[pkoken]

Thanks a lot!