J 133 User manual

J/133 OWNER GUIDE 2
J/133 Owner Guide
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Owner Name:……………………………………
COPYRIGHT ©J/BOATS, INC., 2004

J/133 OWNER GUIDE 3
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................................................................4
Specifications....................................................................................................................................................................5
Important Contacts...........................................................................................................................................................6
Commissioning Checklist ...............................................................................................................................................7
Getting Started With Your J/133 .....................................................................................................................................8
Diagrams, Layouts, & Schematics...............................................................................................................................12
Deck Hardware Layout.................................................................................................................................................12
Mainsheet & Traveler Diagram.....................................................................................................................................13
Halyard Layout..............................................................................................................................................................14
Reefing System Diagram..............................................................................................................................................15
Steering System............................................................................................................................................................16
Engine & Exhaust System Layout................................................................................................................................17
Fuel System Layout......................................................................................................................................................18
Thru-Hull Locations.......................................................................................................................................................19
Fresh Water System Layout.........................................................................................................................................20
Head & Holding Tank Schematic..................................................................................................................................21
MainAC/DC Distribution Panel ....................................................................................................................................22
DC Component Layout.................................................................................................................................................23
DC Wiring Schematic....................................................................................................................................................24
DC Link 2000 Meter Charging System........................................................................................................................25
DC Charging System (w/optional inverter) ..................................................................................................................26
AC Component Layout & Schematic...........................................................................................................................27
AC Schematic with Optional Inverter...........................................................................................................................28
Propane System Layout ...............................................................................................................................................29
Bonding System............................................................................................................................................................30
Tuning The Rig................................................................................................................................................................31
Engine System ................................................................................................................................................................32
Sail Drive........................................................................................................................................................................32
Fuel System...................................................................................................................................................................32
Engine Cooling System ................................................................................................................................................32
Exhaust System............................................................................................................................................................33
Engine Safety Precautions...........................................................................................................................................33
Fueling...........................................................................................................................................................................34
Engine Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................................35
Plumbing Systems..........................................................................................................................................................36
Fresh Water System.....................................................................................................................................................36
Thru-Hulls......................................................................................................................................................................36
Pump Systems..............................................................................................................................................................36
Head System.................................................................................................................................................................37
Electrical System ............................................................................................................................................................37
DC Electrical System ....................................................................................................................................................37
110 VAC Shorepower System......................................................................................................................................38
Galley Stove LPG System..............................................................................................................................................39
Safety................................................................................................................................................................................40
Maintenance Tips............................................................................................................................................................41
Annual Maintenance Checklist.....................................................................................................................................43
Storage Tips.....................................................................................................................................................................44
TPI Composites Limited Warranty.............................................................See Warranty Package Included with Boat

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Introduction
WELCOME ABOARD and welcome to the J/Boats family of owners. Your boat is designed and engineered to be
the strongest, best performing, easiest-to-use, and most comfortable sailing boat of its type.
Sailing involves risk, most of which can be minimized with advance planning and proper seamanship. The J/133
owner should become proficient in all aspects of handling the vessel under sail and power, and be well versed
with emergency procedures before undertaking any offshore passage. The owner is further responsible for any
required state registration or federal documentation, accident reporting, outfitting the vessel with proper safety
equipment, and the safe operation of the vessel. J/Boats is happy to refer the owner to Boating Safety Courses or
other seminars available.
This guide is prepared to help owners understand proper rigging, tuning, and operation of the J/133. Please be
sure to complete the enclosed warranty card and mail to TPI Composites, Inc.
This guide is furnished for your benefit, but shall in no way be construed as any sort of warranty or contract,
express or implied, creating any obligation on the part of J/Boats, Inc., with respect to any fact or facts or any
advice or opinions contained herein. The sole and exclusive warranty of the product is the TPI Composites, Inc.
Warranty described in the appendix hereto and on the Warranty Card furnished with the yacht. J/BOATS, INC.
HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY
OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY.

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Specifications
LOA 43.00'
LWL 37.80'
Beam 12.78'
Draft 7.5' (std.), or 6.25' (opt.)
Ballast 7,250 lb. (std.), 7,800 lb. (opt.)
Ballast Type Cast lead strengthened with antimony
Displacement (std boat) 18,250 lbs.
100% Sail Area 964 sq ft
IG 57.00'
ISP 60.40’
J 17.25'
P 54.00'
E 18.60'
Headstay Pin to Pin Length 59’ 2-3/4” (18052 mm)
Recommended Step Location Center mast step slot around standard bolt location
Engine Yanmar®54 hp 4JH4-CE, Saildrive SD-40
Fuel Capacity 50 US gallons
Engine Alternator Power Max 125 amp
House Battery Capacity 210 amp hours (add'l 105 amp optional)
Dedicated Engine Battery Optima 1000 (1,100 CCA)
Battery Type AGM Glass Mat Batteries
Water Capacity 50 US gallons (std.) plus 40 gal. (opt.)
Interior Cabin Headroom 6.375’ (6’ 4-1/2”)
Limit of Positive Stability 130 degrees
LPG Capacity (2) 6 lb. Bottles – Locker can hold three
Hull & Deck Core Material Baltek®Super-Light 45 End-Grained Balsa
Hull & Deck Molding Process SCRIMP®Resin Infusion
Hull Blister Warranty 10 Years: Owner Transferable
Mast Height Above Water 64’ 9” (not including masthead instruments)
Displacement/Length Ratio 151
Sail-Area/Displacement Ratio 23
ISO Stability & Bouyancy (CE Mark) Category A
Recommended PHRF Rating 21

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Commissioning Checklist
Pre-Launch
___ Read equipment owner manuals
___ Pre-rig mast and check installation of:
•halyards
•blocks
•electronics
•shrouds
•spreader chafe guards
•lifeline pins
___ Pre-rig boom
___ Bottom painted or touched up
___ Check propeller/zinc
___ De-winterize engine and check status of:
•engine oil/ filter
•coolant level
•transmission fluid level
•water intakes/filter
•fuel lines/filter
___ Check battery charge
___ Align prop vertically & mark shaft
___ Check all hose clamps, tighten as required
___ Close all seacocks
Loose Gear
___ Fenders and lines
___ Dock lines
___ Winch handles
___ Ignition keys
___ Bilge pump handles
___ Mast wedges/Spartite lubed
___ Double-check sling locations and mark
Launch
___ Check for leaks
___ Check seacocks
___ Check engine seal for leaks
Engine Start
___ Read engine owner’s manual
___ Align engine and shaft
___ Start engine
___ Check exhaust for cooling water flow
___ Check oil press., water temp., charging gauges
___ Check transmission- forward/reverse
___ Check transmission leg seal
Step Mast
___Locate mast step plate in middle of adjustment range
and tighten bolts.
___Locate table and mast step wood trim pieces
___ Hoist spar and lower into boat
___ As mast butt lowers into interior, slide on wooden table
trim and mast step trim pieces.
___ IMPORTANT!! Attach tie-rod on each side of mast to
padeye on under side of deck and tighten.
___ Dealer to Install and pour Spartite wedge kit
___ Attach furler to stemhead fitting
___ Attach hydraulic cylinder to backstay and SS extender
___ Attach all shrouds and hand tighten
___ Run a bead of silicone around mast collar at mast
junction and collar junction.
___ Run and connect mast junction box wires
Rigging
___ Install boom
___ Lead all halyards to stoppers on cabin top
___ Rig reef lines
___ Install and connect boom vang
___ Rough tune spar per tuning guide
Systems Check
___ Fill water tank(s)- flush twice to eliminate anti-freeze
___ Check water pressure system, bleed air if necessary
___ Fill and check LPG system
___ Fill fuel tanks
___ Check operation of electrical systems and pumps
___ Check sailing electronics
Trial Sail
___ Raise and lower sails to check for fit
___ Monitor engine performance
___ Check bilge for leaks
___ Check sailing electronics

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Getting Started With Your J/133
Generally, your dealer or commissioning yard will help you prepare your boat before launching. And in
most instances they will undertake the entire commissioning job. They are experts in the field and are
capable of completing most commissioning tasks.
Before Proceeding
Before you begin to assemble your new boat you should become familiar with the different sail control
systems and associated hardware. All running rigging and loose deck hardware items are shipped from the
factory in parts boxes complete with part inventory sheets. To help you properly install these items please
refer to the rigging and hardware sections and diagrams in this guide.
The Commissioning Checklist: will help you double check that the J/133 is assembled properly and all
systems and rigging are functioning properly. If a boatyard other than an authorized J/Boat dealer is
performing the work, review this list with them to establish what needs to be done and by whom.
Topsides: wash off all dirt and grime accumulated from delivery. Use only non-abrasive cleansers on the
gelcoat. Then apply a coat of high quality car or boat wax or use a synthetic poly-based coating. Either
finish will prolong the life and sheen of the gelcoat.
Bottom: preparation is critical to long-lasting enjoyment. To ensure a professional finish, carefully review
the paint manufacturer’s recommendations for preparing the bottom and have your dealer roll it or spray it
on. Be sure that there are a MINIMUM of 4 coats of epoxy primer covering the keel and rudder prior to final
coating of bottom paint.
Chainplates: are machined of polished stainless steel. Each fitting is mounted to the deck and attached to
a tie-rod that anchors directly into the structural grid of the boat in the main salon. These fittings are pre-
tensioned at the factory. No changes or adjustments are to be made to these without specific authorization
from TPI Composites. The backstay chainplate through-bolts directly to a reinforced area of the transom.
Stemhead Fitting: is a custom polished stainless fabrication with integrated genoa tack loop. The stem
head fitting is designed to withstand all headstay loads, and is attached with bolts directly to the stem of the
hull.
Mast Collar: is a cast aluminum fitting and incorporates stainless pins for halyard and reefing line turning
blocks. A custom molded Spartite wedge fits between the mast and this collar. This wedge should be
installed into the boat with silicone at the interface with the mast collar and with the mast. The rubber mast
boot then fits over the flange of the collar to help seal the interior.
Foredeck Toe Rail: is molded into the deck on the J133 and extends from outboard of the mast forward to
the bow pulpit.
Stanchions & Pulpits: are designed for proper offshore safety as well as to facilitate access to the boat.
Included are two lifeline gates to port and starboard and a stern boarding gate. The bow pulpit is properly
braced, houses the bow running lights under the mid-height bar across the front end. The stern push-pit is
standard with an aft gate and stern running light. This is a convenient place to mount a man overboard
module, outboard bracket, etc.. All stanchions are 1” diameter tapered stainless steel and are secured into
their custom designed bases with machine set screws.
Lifelines: are SS wire in accordance with ORC safety regulations and are fastened at either end by
stainless forks and turnbuckles. Each lifeline is clearly marked from the factory and is intended to fit a
specific portion of the lifeline/stanchion system. The installation follows:

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•Insert all lifeline gates/stanchions into the sockets provided along the edge of the deck. Secure each
stanchion in place by tightening the two set screws in each base. We recommend that you dip the
screws in blue Loctite or sealant before securing, so they don’t work themselves loose over time.
•Install all lifelines without tightening the turnbuckles. Remove the eyes at the ends of the lifelines and
thread them through in the stanchions. If the boat is equipped with the optional lifeline pads, thread the
lifeline through these prior to attaching to stern rail. The longer lifeline pad will be sized for the upper
lifeline and the shorter for the lower lifeline.
•Finish off the job by tightening the turnbuckles, adjusting the lifeline gate pendants for the proper length,
and taping off the turnbuckle “split rings” (or cotter pins) for a finished appearance.
•Aft Lifeline Tip: To protect the hydraulic cylinder handle from the wire lifelines, get a piece of snap-on
plastic lifeline coating from West Marine and cut two small 4” pieces and install one on the upper and
the other on the lower lifeline centered about the handle.
Skylight Ventilation Hatches: are made of extruded anodized aluminum frames and scratch-resistant
acrylic covers. Each hatch comes equipped with a ventilation position and 180 degree articulation and
screens.
Ports and Opening Ports: are of painted aluminum frames with bronze colored acrylic and arrive “ready-
to-use”. The opening ports are specifically engineered and located to maximize cross-flow ventilation
screens are also provided for each of the opening ports.
DO NOT PERMIT ACETONE OR OTHER HARSH CLEANSERS TO GET ON PORTS, OR HATCHES
AS THEY MAY DAMAGE THE FINISH & CLARITY OF SOME DECK HARDWARE.
Deckhouse Handrails: Stainless handrails are standard for easy maintenance and ownership.
Winches: Standard winches are aluminum self-tailing models from Harken Yacht Equipment. The location
of these winches facilitates sailing with one or two aboard. Each is geared to match the load requirements
of the specific task.
J/133 Steering System
The steering system is carefully engineered to provide finger-tip control. This is achieved by utilizing Edson
rudder bearings and steering system components. The pedestal is custom designed and incorporates
molded foot-rests, a Ritchie compass and additional instrumentation space on the stainless wheel guard.
Wheel: is a 60” Edson “Diamond” series aluminum wheel with a leather cover. The wheel is mounted to
the pedestal by through-bolting the hub to the stainless hub bracket. When installing, first center the rudder,
then install the wheel with the name plate vertical. Then place a mark at the top of the rim or on the vertical
spoke as a centerline reference point.
Rudder & Rudder Shaft: are made of carbon fiber and are engineered to exceed ABS Offshore Yacht
Scantlings. The rudder is engineered to withstand tremendous shear loads in ocean conditions. The high
aspect shape helps reduce the “torque” tendency of most rudders, thereby reducing helmsman and auto-
pilot fatigue.
Rudder Stock Stuffing Box: is located at the top of the lower rudder bearing. It is a simple design that
prevents water from entering the hull.

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Emergency Tiller: is operated by lifting off the access plate and placing the base of the emergency tiller
over the head of the rudder stock. Rudder is rotated by hand or by attaching two lines to spare blocks
outboard and then forward to winches. Fit the emergency tiller NOW to see how the system works
BEFORE you get caught in a situation where you won’t have the time!
J/133 Rigging
The running and standing rigging items supplied with your boat are designed for efficiency. A wealth of
racing and cruising experience has gone into the deck layout to make sailing and boat handling safe and
easy to handle by a couple and for a racing crew.
The most unique system on your J/133 is the bow sprit system for the asymmetric spinnaker. We believe
this system is a major improvement over conventional systems and so let's start by explaining how it works.
•Carbon Fiber Bow Sprit: The carbon fiber bow sprit is custom made by Hall Spars and is designed to
withstand the loads associated with an asymmetric spinnaker without any additional support. THIS
BOW SPRIT SHOULD NOT BE USED WITH CODE O TYPE REACHING SAILS that require large
upward halyard loads. The standard pole consists of a carbon tube finished with two end fittings. The
forward end fitting has a replaceable length of Spectron which serves as the attachment point for the
tackline block. The aft end houses all hardware necessary for the adjuster line system.
•Bow Sprit Launching Line: The control line to pull out the bowsprit is designed to be adjusted without
leaving the cockpit. The line is dead-ended on the forward most bulkhead in the forepeak. The line
then leads through the thru-pole blocks on the aft end fitting of the carbon fiber pole, forward through
the bulkhead to a through deck block then aft to the cockpit to a side mounted rope clutch to starboard.
•Harken Headsail Furling: A standard Harken Furler is provided with the boat and requires assembly
prior to installing the mast. A complete instruction manual is included with this hardware detailing the
procedure. The pin-to-pin headstay length necessary to complete this task for the J/133 is 18052mm or
59’ 2-3/4”.
•Mast: Rigging the J/133 mast is a common procedure, and best handled by a qualified marine rigger.
All spreaders, shrouds, and halyards are installed and properly taped and secured. Be sure all mast
related electronics and wind indicators are properly wired and installed prior to stepping the mast. After
stepping the mast it is VERY IMPORTANT to install the tie-rods from either side of the mast, in the
interior, up to the underside of the deck and tighten PRIOR to going sailing. We also recommend that a
small cord is tied and taped approx. 24” above each lower spreader between the intermediate shroud
and upper shroud. Simply tie this line to each shroud (allowing for some slack) and tape ends over with
rigging tape. This prevents the asymmetrical spinnaker (during a take down) from potentially dropping
into the V that is formed at the lower spreader between these shrouds.
•Hydraulic Backstay: The J/133 is equipped with an integral hydraulic backstay to help you fine tune
your rig and sails for optimum performance. This hydraulic unit is simple to operate, easy to maintain,
and highly reliable. The cylinder is affixed at its lower end to a stainless backstay extension rod that
attaches to the tang on the transom and at its upper end to the eye at the end of the backstay. In order
to make the cylinder fit, you must release the hydraulic valve and pull out the SS shaft and fully extend
it.
•Boom: Run the reef lines so the red line (port) is led through the port sheaves and the green line
(starboard) is led through the starboard sheaves at both the outboard end and the gooseneck. The
starboard reef doubles as the cunningham.
•Boom Vang: The Hall QuikVang is a mechanically operated spring loaded boom vang with a Harken
block and tackle purchase system. This vang system allows for quick and easy adjustment and also

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acts as a boom topping lift. The vang is affixed to the vang plate welded underneath the boom and to
the mast at the vang gooseneck located just above the mast collar. See the QuikVang operating
instructions for how to adjust the internal spring for best results.
Sail Control Systems
After stepping the mast and connecting the boom, QuikVang, Harken furler, and integral backstay, rig all
halyards and the remaining sail control systems.
•Main Halyard: exits the mast on the port side, runs through a turning block at the mast collar, through
the outboard port organizer block and then aft through the outboard port rope clutch and finally to the
winch. The tail end is stored in a supplied line bag to be mounted outboard and forward of the rope
clutch.
•Jib/Genoa Halyards: exit the mast to port & starboard, lead through mast base blocks, aft to the
inboard forward rope clutches to port and starboard and store tails in line bags.
•Spinnaker Halyards: exit the mast to port & starboard, lead through mast base blocks, aft to the
outboard forward rope clutches to port and starboard and store tails in line bags.
•Mainsheet Traveler: is a Harken low friction system. The purchase system on each side controls a
Harken car mounted on big boat track (see diagram).
•Outhaul: is adjusted at the cleat on the underside of the boom and comes pre-assembled from Hall
Spars.
•Cunningham: The cunningham doubles as the starboard reef line. To set it up as a cunningham
simply tie a knot at the boom end tail of the reef line. The line leads forward to the sheave at the
gooseneck, up to the cunningham block with S.S. hook back down through a fairlead on the mast,
down to the mast base block, through the organizer and aft to the inboard stopper.(see diagram). To
use the continuous reef system simply run the boom end tail through the clew reef grommet, back
down around the boom and tie a bowline.
•Mainsheet: is a double ended 2:1 system (see diagram) with dedicated winches. The system is
designed to allow easy and quick adjustments of the mainsheet. The location of the traveler and
winches also facilitate single-handed sailing and adjustments.
•Jib/Genoa Sheet: attaches to the roller-furler headsail by a simple knot, leads to the jib/genoa block on
the track, aft to the turning block on the cockpit coaming and then to the primary winch.
•Spinnaker Sheets: lead from the clew of the spinnaker aft outside the lifelines through the spinnaker
sheet blocks turning forward to a cheek block on the rail and then into the primary cockpit winches or
secondary cabin top winches.