That's the first bad comments I've ever heard about Harkan hardware! When I bought my Nacra, it's all anybody kept saying: "Good boat - all Harkan hardware". I've not had any problems with my Harkan items (it's all about 18 years old) and continue to get those good comments. I've been very happy with it all. How old is your boat/hardware? I've got a cleat that is beginning to slip on some newly replaced rope but it's also over 18 yrs. old. I couldn't ask for anything better.<br><br>[color:blue][b]Jake
<br>[color:blue][b]Nacra 5.2 (2112)