Fw: [Alberg30] standing rigging, and hatches

[Roger L. Kingsland]

> Matthew;
>
> I found a simple rigging crack test on
http://www.bosunsupplies.com/knowledge.cfm and
> thought of trying it on my rigging next spring.  I got some pushback on
> hatch replacement from the traditionalists when I asked a similar
question.
> Please let me know if you find one that works.
>
> Roger
>
> Roger Kingsland
> Chief Financial Officer (AKA, check writer)
> Mahina Manu, A30 #148
> N40°  29.288'
> W79°  54.228'
> rkingsland101 at ksba.com
>
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> in the interest of expediency, without the benefit of editing by others.
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>
>
>       TESTING FOR RIGGING FLAWS:
>       Copied from "Best of Sail Magazine's Things That Work" ,
International
> Marine, Camden Maine, 1998.
>       Gregory Anstey of Wilmot, Nova Scotia, has devised an inexpensive
test
> for locating rigging-terminal flaws.
>
>
>             Start with a can of everyday penetrating oil, and mix in just
> enough black or red dye powder to color the oil.  Apply the mixture to the
> end fittings with a soft brush and let stand for approximately 20 minutes.
> Use a rag dampened (not soaked) with a solvent, such as alcohol, to remove
> the excess oil/dye mixture from the fitting.  Then apply a light coat of
> talcum or baby powder to the fitting and let it stand approximately 10
> minutes.  Now you're ready to inspect the fittings; a crack will appear as
a
> red or black (depending on the dye used) line on the powder.
>
>
>
>
>
> Roger Kingsland
> #148
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Jay Davenport" <jay at saildriver.com>
> To: "Alberg 30 public list" <public-list at alberg30.org>
> Sent: Sunday, November 16, 2003 5:48 PM
> Subject: Re: [Alberg30] standing rigging, and hatches
>
>
> > George,
> > Did you mean 5/8" bolts or 3/8" bolts?
> > Jay
> >
> > George Dinwiddie <gdinwiddie at alberg30.org> wrote:
> > Most importantly, upgrade to 5/8" bolts for the chainplates (or double
> > the number of 1/4" ones) if this hasn't been done. Also, make sure the
> > bolts aren't threaded their entire length, as this weakens the bolt
> > considerably.
> >
> > While you're at it, you'll want to check the attachment points to make
> > sure they're in good condition. Also add backing plates for the
> > chainplates, or at least use fender washers. Recaulk the chainplates,
too.
> >
> > Check the wire, itself, for cracks and fishhooks. You can wrap a
> > cottonball around and run it along the wire. It shouldn't catch on
> > anything.
> >
> > - George
> >
> > Matthew Hay wrote:
> > > I have owned my Alberg for two years and have addressed and fixed many
> > > of the systems. But I have done nothing (or even really looked at) the
> > > standing rigging. This year I stepped the mast when I hauled out. What
> > > problematic signs should I look for in my chain plates or standing
> > > rigging while I have the mast down? I was thinking, I should
> > > disassemble and look at the different parts of the stainless rigging
and
> > > chain plates? For all I know it is the original standing rigging.
> > > Also, has anyone replaced their forward hatch with a manufactured
> > > hatch? I have been looking at Lewmar and was thinking about using them
> > > for the forward and lazzerette hatches. If anyone has done this, I
> > > would be interested in the size and model# that you used, and if you
> > > used a regular or mid or low profile hatch, and flange or no flange?
> > > thank you very much,
> > > Matt #314
> >
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