Forum: SparTalk
10-13-2014, 07:54 PM
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Chain plates
Thanks for the warning. The boat is in now in Fresh water and has been hauled for the season. I took photos but I don't know how to post them. It doesn't appear as any water has leaked near the...
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Forum: SparTalk
10-12-2014, 08:44 PM
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Replies: 3
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Chain plates
I have decided to re-bed my chain plates in case they are the culprits of the many leaks that plague my boat. After removing the covers I see the plates are set in a block of fiberglass. It looks...
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Forum: SparTalk
02-27-2012, 08:11 PM
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Jack lines where and how should I attach them
I just bought some tubular webbing I want to use for jack lines. It has no loops or anything on either end...yet What is the best/safest way to attach these to my boat. I have deck cleats at the...
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Forum: SparTalk
01-18-2010, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 5
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Cotter pins, rings or split rings
I have just changed my turnbuckles and wonder what is best to pin them with. Cotter pins, rings, or split pins. They are 5/8" and what size rings do you recommend if in fact you recommend rings.
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Forum: SparTalk
07-30-2008, 05:37 PM
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Replies: 1
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Broken Turnbuckle
A dockmate noticed a broken turnbuckle on the port side lower shroud. One of the sides was cracked all the way through and opened up as it was under tension. I believe it is a Stainless turnbuckle,...
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