Forum: SparTalk
01-23-2012, 10:43 AM
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Chainplate Design
I am having new chainplates made for my Bayfield 40. On the old ones, the pin hole is obviously too close to the end of the chainplate. What is the rule of thumb for the amount of material between...
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Forum: SparTalk
06-08-2010, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 7
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Camel Hitch To Attach Snubber To Chain
I prefer to use a Camel Hitch (Brion's version of the Rolling Hitch on steroids!) to attach my snubber to the chain. In storm conditions, I plan to use a snubber attached to my stem fitting at the...
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Forum: SparTalk
10-13-2005, 06:18 AM
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Replies: 10
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Thanks to everyone for the ideas. I talked to...
Thanks to everyone for the ideas. I talked to someone at the Annapolis Boat Show and they suggested making it out of teak. That appeals to me because of the rot resistance. The bowsprit is fairly...
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Forum: SparTalk
10-05-2005, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 13,199
Making New Bowsprit
I have just purchased a 1986 Bayfield 40. It turns out the wooden bowsprit has some rot (about an inch and a half deep) near the forward end. It was likely caused by water intrusion where the bolts...
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