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DGA replied to the thread Forward jibe preventer block.For sure, the eye would be the weak link. It's cast or forged, not sure of what. I'll use it for the preventer block and Spinnaker pole... -
Warren Holybee replied to the thread Forward jibe preventer block.That eye isn't strong enough for an inner forestay. The backing might be strong enough, but the eye itself could break. Most likely, it... -
DGA replied to the thread Forward jibe preventer block.Yes, could be for that. I have at least three halyards clipped at the base of the mast, not sure if they all go to the top or not. Was...
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Mpdsailing replied to the thread Forward jibe preventer block.It may be a strong point for a jack-line if the mast has no provisions for an inner forestay and running backstays? -
DGA replied to the thread Forward jibe preventer block.Yes I was thinking it might be for a cutter rig. It has four 1/4" bolts through a really large piece of aluminum angle, like 4", that is...
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john english replied to the thread Sealing Anchor Locker.I was inspired by a local circumnavigator on his wooden Lapworth 48 (Nalu 4). His and now my set up for 20 years is an anchor of choice... -
Tterry_thatcher replied to the thread Forward jibe preventer block.That chain plate is where a staysail or in n er jib goes when the3 boat is set up as a cutter. It may not be as strong as you think...
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Back for a work day on Island Girl, there is a very well anchored eye on the deck just behind the anchor locker. I don't know what it...
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Warren Holybee replied to the thread Sealing Anchor Locker.I am having a difficult time visualizing your situation. But having chain not stow is a common issue. I have been on several boats where...
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Tterry_thatcher replied to the thread Sealing Anchor Locker.I have a story on windlasses and anchor lockers to consider. The PO on Adavida put a vertical windlass aft of the anchor locker, with a...
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Warren Holybee replied to the thread Sealing Anchor Locker.The expanding foam I have used is closed cell. The 2 part you mix, not the spray can. But I think the spray can is closed cell also, as...
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john english replied to the thread Sealing Anchor Locker.Expanding foam is open cell. If you break the dried surface, it become a sponge. Sounds like a job for Divinycell H80 and a gallon of...
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FredJ replied to the thread Cockpit Pocket Needs Repair/Replace.Thanks, Jim. I'm with you. Avoid china junk if at all possible. As it turns out, I can't get one from West anyway. They show it as not... -
This past week i doubled the bulkhead in the anchor locker to reinforce it for a chainplate for an inner forestay. To do this, i first...
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PYou might check with the folks on the Perkins 4-108 Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/611483832301373/ My (now...
