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(See some [[2007 Traveler Pictures|pictures]] of the old 2007 traveler, i.e., the one on the boat when we got her.)


There are several problems with the traveller.

* The line is severely frayed and needs to be replaced.

* The car gets jammed on the track making it very difficult to move even if all lines are slack.  It either needs to be lubed, fixed, or replaced.

* The [[sheave|sheaves]] in all the blocks are broken.  The blocks need to be replaced.

* The [[padeye|padeyes]] at either end of the traveller have sharp edges and they are abrading the line.  They should be replaced.

* The metal cam cleats at either end of the traveller are abrading the line when it is dragged over them.  They should be replaced with less destructive cleats.  (Note: mwall disagrees with tyoung on this issue).

* The [[dodger]] interferes with movement of the traveller car when it is folded down.  If the traveller rail can be moved forward half an inch, this would help a lot.

* The [[dodger]] limits the angle at which the traveller line can be pulled through the cam cleats.  This makes it difficult to get the line engaged in the cleat.  Larger cleats, perhaps mounted at a different angle, would help this.

[[Category:Maintenance Tasks]]

Nov 27

Tartan sells an upgrade kit - $1,000 w/o sheet.  Do we have budget for this?  I'm (Kenn Sovie) willing to head this up if we want to go this route.

From their website (https://www.tartanparts.com/product/product.aspx?UID=81dbe48f-6c43-48c4-a21a-33fcf6d105d2)
Traveller upgrade, Harken T37C
This is a complete kit direct from Harken. Featuring a high beam track with cleating control ends, this kit will improve your boats performance and appearance!
Click to enlarge
 
Model #: 	2001365
	
Stock Status: 	Please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery
Temp Shipping: 	50