M_Boats: M-15 jib downhaul rigging?

How do you rig your jib downhaul? For several years I've been using some paracord as my downhaul. I attach the end of this paracord to the jib halyard shackle, lace the cord thru every other hank as it runs down the forestay, and run it back to clam cleat at the cockpit using the stock blocks and eyes. The problem is this paracord is very thin and not so nice to handle. A thicker line wouldn't fit in the hanks and if it did, it would probably jam when I try to haul the jib down. I've considered adding a few rings on the forestay to guide a thicker downhaul, but want to know what others do before I start. Charlie -- M-15 #411 Atlanta GA USA