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03/26/08 02:08 PM 03/26/08 02:08 PM |
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Michigan PTP 
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Michigan | I was doing some work on one of my boats last night and noticed that one of the swages on one of my bridle wires was cracked, so I have to replace them. This got me wondering when was the last time that I replaced these wires. So, now I'm wondering if anyone has ever marked their standing rigging with an installation date. If so, what did you use? This would have to be abrasion resistant and able to withstand abuse for a couple years.
My current thought is to take a thin piece of stainless sheet. Engrave the year on the sheet and then wrap it around the wire and lightly crimp it. Any thoughts?
sm too complicated... put a note in a file box in your house (do you have paperwork with your boat stored somewhere?- put it in there). A specific date would be somewhat arbitrary as a time to replace them. Just inspect them, like you have done, occassionally. | | | Re: Marking Rigging
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03/26/08 03:40 PM 03/26/08 03:40 PM |
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South Carolina Jake
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South Carolina | I was doing some work on one of my boats last night and noticed that one of the swages on one of my bridle wires was cracked, so I have to replace them. This got me wondering when was the last time that I replaced these wires. So, now I'm wondering if anyone has ever marked their standing rigging with an installation date. If so, what did you use? This would have to be abrasion resistant and able to withstand abuse for a couple years.
My current thought is to take a thin piece of stainless sheet. Engrave the year on the sheet and then wrap it around the wire and lightly crimp it. Any thoughts?
sm Sure would make a nice razor blade in a pitchpole.
Jake Kohl
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03/26/08 03:43 PM 03/26/08 03:43 PM |
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Michigan PTP
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Michigan | I was doing some work on one of my boats last night and noticed that one of the swages on one of my bridle wires was cracked, so I have to replace them. This got me wondering when was the last time that I replaced these wires. So, now I'm wondering if anyone has ever marked their standing rigging with an installation date. If so, what did you use? This would have to be abrasion resistant and able to withstand abuse for a couple years.
My current thought is to take a thin piece of stainless sheet. Engrave the year on the sheet and then wrap it around the wire and lightly crimp it. Any thoughts?
sm Sure would make a nice razor blade in a pitchpole. "It SLICES! It DICES!" | | | Re: Marking Rigging
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03/26/08 08:06 PM 03/26/08 08:06 PM |
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Cincinnati, Ohio | I find it easiest to keep a log book in my boat bag (canvas bag full of gear and tools.)
I carry the same stupid bag when I go rowing, sailing, or water skiing. It usually ends up in the trunk of the car. Either way it usually has a change of clothes, a notebook, a pen, a bunch of tools, spare parts, maps etc. Then when I get home I throw the bag in the hall closet.
Ryan - H16
I prefer to go sailing because baseball, football, tennis, and golf only require 1 ball!
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