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Originally Posted by Stumble
I actually don't like the Gurhaur blocks because they require the line to be bent into the sheave. Obviously not a problem when th Elaine is unloaded, but snatch blocks in my eyes are for when the line is already loaded up, so bending it might not be possible. Generally though I like their gear.
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I'm not sure I understand. I haven't to date actually used the ones I purchased so maybe there is a downside there I am not aware of. My assumption was that you put the block onto the line, closed it and then took up tension on the block or that you would ease the line itself to put in the block before putting tension back on it.
When you say bend the line onto the block? Do you mean you can't put the block over a line that is straight with tension? That the line has to be bent around the sheeve before the cheek plate can be closed? I don't have the block in front of me right now but it didn't look like that was the case when I got it. I will take a look at it when I get to the boat tomorrow.
Scott