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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>With out opening a major argument about cores and
covers. The reason I removed the core was a matter of chafe and UV
protection. Also the cover of 5/16 is more than adequate for this
particular application. The furling has been winched numerous times and
during the time I had the boat no sign of a problem. The current owner is
also quite happy with the solution. Note this is a solution for a
particular application.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Jim Davis<BR>S/V Isa Lei<BR>CT
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