Stiff Halyard Swivel

[Ben Campbell]

Hi,

I recently took my headsail off my Beneteau 31’s ProFurl furler for repair, and took the opportunity to inspect the halyard swivel. It seems stiffer than I would have expected. It turns smoothly, but takes a bit of effort. It feels more like thick grease than corrosion or metal-on-metal friction.

Is this normal? I understand that Profurl uses a sealed steel bearing, so I assume it can’t be lubricated? (The manual warns that WD40 type solvents can damage the seals.)

Thanks!

Ben Campbell
2009 Beneteau 31 “Dancing Days”
Lewisville Lake, TX.

[Btbogdan46]

The answere is no, should swivel smoothly. Take a hose and wash with fresh water with a strong spray. The take a dry lube and spray in every opening you can find to lubricate the bearings.

[Brian W]

Ben,

Here's the owners guide for the ProFurl cruising series in your size range. Pages 22 is maintenance and troubleshooting...they recommend rinse only.

Cheers,

Brian (s/v Toujours BF405)

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[BigEasy]

Ben,

     I have read that the Pro Furl swivel does not turn freely as does other manufacturers' swivels.  It should turn smoothly; however, it will not spin freely.  I removed my genoa a few months ago for a late season hurricane threat.  Before I reinstalled the jib,  I checked out the swivel thoroughly and noted the same as you; turns smoothly but not freely.  And,  as you mentioned, it is a sealed bearing; therefore, it  can not be lubricated without rebuilding.

      David

      2006 Beneteau 343

      Slidell, LA 

[drdanj]

On the Catalina 36 I just sold, the swivel was totally frozen. A friend even put it on a bench to try to break it free, no go. The new one cost me nearly $700. Two cans and some bearing!