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Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 19-06-2013, 11:11
Replies: 69
Views: 17,451
Posted By Panope
Re: Why do sailboats have Wire Lifelines?

I understand. And yes we are in agreement.

My problem with anodizing aluminum (or sprayed gloss paint) is that it so perfect in unblemished areas that the corrosion or tool damage (that will...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 19-06-2013, 09:47
Replies: 69
Views: 17,451
Posted By Panope
Re: Why do sailboats have Wire Lifelines?

Cheechako,

Can you describe what will occur around this hole that would be "bad" for a person that has accepted that this entire component is already dull, pitted, oxidized and yes, dirty?

We...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 19-06-2013, 08:41
Replies: 69
Views: 17,451
Posted By Panope
Re: Why do sailboats have Wire Lifelines?

I agree that a hole in anodized aluminum is asking for some corrosion issues (which is why I have zero anodized aluminum).

What I am recommending is unpainted aluminum that is allowed to form a...
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 19-06-2013, 07:25
Replies: 69
Views: 17,451
Posted By Panope
Re: Why do sailboats have Wire Lifelines?

Another choice is unpainted aluminum. No maintenance - ever.

Steve
Forum: Deck hardware: Rigging, Sails & Hoisting 18-06-2013, 20:21
Replies: 69
Views: 17,451
Posted By Panope
Re: Why do sailboats have wire lifelines?

Very happy with the switch to solid.

Deck areas seem more spacious (psychological).

Definitely safer with a firm handhold available anywhere.

Nice to be able to wedge body against rail and...
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