Collection: Harken Traveler Car Service Parts
Service traveler cars at regular intervals. Service is required after storage, when cars have too much friction, or if balls seem to be sliding instead of rolling.
Flush with water and detergent, move cars back and forth to circulate balls, and follow with high-pressure water. Clean track grooves and then use a single drop of McLube OneDrop Ball Bearing Conditioner in each ball race.
Inspect carefully for:
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Cracked, corroded, or elongated shackles: Replace immediately.
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Loose car fasteners: Check all screws and cotter pins.
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Loose track or end control screws: If possible check underneath the deck to inspect for stress cracking and other damage. Pay careful attention to high-beam track on cabintop.
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Missing bearings: Contact Sailing Services for help identifying replacement ball bearings.
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Bent wire clip (CB only): Check that the ball retaining wire clip is not visibly damaged. Contact us for help identifying replacement wire clips. *Note: Replacement CB cars will not roll on older track. CB cars require a groove in the track for the car's ball retaining wire.
Download the Harken Travelers and Genoa Lead Quick Service Guide Here
