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by revintage
November 25th, 2021, 1:36 pm
Forum: Technical Forum
Topic: Backward-looking at the cable traveler
Replies: 4
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Re: Backward-looking at the cable traveler

Thanks again Matt! Think I have got the tools now. Will come back with the results when built. You always have to begin your calculations with the static forces to get a reality check, then add a substantial security factor. Not worried though, as the boat will only be sailed by our lake house, not ...
by revintage
November 25th, 2021, 4:15 am
Forum: Technical Forum
Topic: Backward-looking at the cable traveler
Replies: 4
Views: 3161

Re: Backward-looking at the cable traveler

Thanks Matt, This explains the low profile of the underside of the original traveler. What was the diameter and width of the sheaves used? It rises another question though, how close to the ends of the cable, could the traveler move and be used? Found a close up of the cable attachment of the SC17 a...
by revintage
November 24th, 2021, 1:18 pm
Forum: Technical Forum
Topic: Backward-looking at the cable traveler
Replies: 4
Views: 3161

Backward-looking at the cable traveler

Stumbled on the Supercat cable traveler in another forum, where SC19 owner Jonathan discussed converting from cable to track. Anyway I am building a small supersimple 4.8x3m 14sqm SA cat as complement to the others. The build is lowbudget and made from stuff already in my workshop, except for a pair...