O34 rod rigging - are there ideal numbers for tuning the rig?

[ewade]

Hi, we're in the process of rebuilding or replacing our Harken racing furler. We figure we should try to tune the rig properly while we're at it. I was wondering if anyone has the original (or optimal) rod rigging tuning numbers to aim for and what type of gauge works best for this?
Thanks,
Elaine
Nanaimo, BC
Olson 34 Synergy (ex Sunwood)

 

[Charlie B.]

Since there appears to be an absence of replies, I thought that I would weigh on this. Rod rigging requires a different kind of Loos gauge than the standard cable. If the existing rig is in column and not flopping around, a good starting point would be the same tensions as you have on the existing rigging. Ignoring stretch, the same tension would be required regardless of what type of cable you are using.

Charlie
Olson34
Baleineau