SJ23 Tech Tip Index - Rigging.
(This index deals with the standing & running rigging of an SJ23 - stern to bow)
 

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F01

  Boom Mechanical Vang - Fabricate a mechanical vang to support the boom for better sail shape. 2023-02-13
F02  Boom Internal Outhaul - Flatten the mainsail for strong wind. 2021-05-24
F03

Internal Halyards - Lead Aft to Cockpit - Line Length Chart.

2019-07-17
F04  Jib Tack Pennant - Great for seeing under the jib in rough weather. 2005-01-03
F05

Mainsail Reefing Systems - Dual and single line jiffy reef systems.

2023-09-10
F06  Jib Side Deck T-Track  - Deck mounted. 2002-12-10
F07  Mast Gate and Mainsail Slugs - Lower the mainsail right to the boom. 2017-12-22
F08   Boom Jibe Preventer - Great safety control for sailing downwind in heavy weather - Boom Brake. 2023-06-09
F09   Split Backstay Adjuster - An 8:1 factory design that is easy to operate & required for furling jib. 2023-06-09
F10

Roller Furling for PanacheFurler Manufactures - New Forestay - Assemble Furler - Furling Line - Damaged Forestay.

2022-07-02
F10a

Roller Furling - How to Keep your Roller Furler Alive.

2016-05-05
F10b

Jib Conversion to Roller Furling - Convert Jib - Furling Procedure - Pennant & Spinnaker Halyard Wrap - Jib Sleeve.

2023-09-08
F11   Jib Downhaul - To douse a hanked on jib from the cockpit. 2015-08-04
F12   Boom Topping Lift - Factory kit. 1998-10-26
F13   Jib Halyards Lead Aft - Factory kit. 1998-10-26
F14   Self-Steering - Lashed or vane. 2020-07-21
F15   Spinnaker Gear - Factory kit. 2008-09-05
F16   Rigging Profile for an SJ23 - A hardware guide from Harken. 1998-11-03
F17   Step the Mast Using the Boom - As per SJ23 manual - Block & tackle - Related issues. 2023-03-28
F18   Step the Mast Using an A-Frame - The civilized way.  2024-04-14
F19   Step the Mast Forward - (To pass under a bridge). 1999-01-03
F20   Boom Gooseneck - Repair a worn Unit. 1999-01-12
F21

  Replace your Sails - Upgrade considerations - Loft contacts - Tight hanks - Used sails - Black Sails. (Full Hoist Furling Jib)

2024-04-23
F22

 Mainsail Lazy Jacks and Storage Straps  - Safety and convenience when reducing sail - Dyneema lazy jacks.

2019-02-13
F23   Jib Halyard Storage - On the pulpit and spreader. 2007-07-01
F24   Standing Rig Tuning - (From the Catalina 25/250 Association web site). 1999-11-17
F25   Line Storage Bags - For jib sheets or halyards. 2020-09-24
F26   Line Storage Bag - For main sheet.  2019-03-16
F27   Stainless Steel Bridge - Across cabin to terminate halyards. 2001-09-20
F28   Mainsail Traveller & Mainsheet - Effective control lines to prevent a knockdown. 2017-05-26
F29   Winch Maintenance - Lewmar - Barient - Barlow - Parts - Sheet Cleat - Over Run. 2016-10-21
F30   Back Stay Crane - How to deal with an oversize roach on a mainsail.  2005-03-08
F31   Winch Replace - Upsize the Factory Primary Winch. 2022-06-26
F32   Spinnaker  - How to rig and fly a symmetrical spinnaker. 2006-06-27
F33   Standing Rig Tuning & Sail Setting Guide - Keep a copy on board. 2024-02-07
F34

Standing Rig Maintenance & Replace Wire - Chain Plates - Stem & Back Plates - Turnbuckles - Clevis Pin - Rig Failures - Mast Foot - Mast Hinge Plate - Spreaders - Mast Head - Mast Kerf. 

2022-09-25
F34a

5/32" SS Standing Rigging for PanacheSpreaders - Fabricate New Shrouds & Backstay - Tension Rigging - Observations - Parts. (Replace Backstay)

2024-04-12
F34b

Dyneema Standing Rigging for GoodpainSpecs - Shroud to Mast Connection - Dyneema Sleeve - Construction Stretch - Lashing Line - Mast Step - Spreader Ends.

2021-09-20
F35   Care & Cleaning of Sails - Simple maintenance. 2009-08-01
F36   Jib Staysail Set on a Solent Stay - Heavy Weather Use. 2019-06-02
F37   Spinnaker  - How to Rig and Fly an Asymmetrical Spinnaker. 2020-08-29
F38   Mainsail Cover - Conventional and Stack Pack. 2023-03-01
F39   Jib - Downwind pole selection guide. 2023-03-01
F40

  Sew Your Own SJ23 Sails - (New)

2024-03-17
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