Main Halyard Replacement

[Whiteaad]

I am looking for input on what other S2 7.9 owners have replaced the original 3/8 rope spliced to 5/32 wire main halyard with. I am looking at switching to 5/16 dynema all rope main halyard but am concerned about the sheave at the masthead being too tight. My clutches can support 1/4 to 1/2 and blocks at the base of the mast can support 3/8 and under. Thanks in advance!

-Aaron White
"Sweven" Hull #235

[cklamp]

Not sure exactly what it is since it came with the boat, but mine is rope from end to end, no wire. Pretty sure it's 3/8". I'd just get your preferred line in your preferred size and have at it.

Later
C

[Whiteaad]

Thanks for the info on what your main halyard is and input! Wondering what other boats have.

[SailingUphill]

Rope to wire?

Both my S2 7.9s had 5/16 halyards. That size is good for the boat. The inexpensive option is VPC. MPX or the like works too. Sheaves are fine.

[normbue]

Most of the new high grade line will work. as long as it doesnt stretch.!!