Sam Holmes Sailing · vidéo

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Sam Holmes replaces the forestay wire on his boat in Phuket, Thailand, utilizing professional rigging services from Rolly Tasker.Watch The process involves inspecting existing aluminum extrusions for the sail track and reassembling them onto the new wire using set screws and Loctite.0:25 The rigger installs a mechanical terminator on the forestay end by spacing the wire strands around a central wedge, applying anti-seize to prevent galling, and sealing the assembly with Sikaflex for water resistance.1:32 The Profurl furling drum is inspected and reattached to the base of the forestay.0:45 Before stepping the mast, the mast track is cleaned to ensure smooth slide movement, and the mast base ball is lubricated with PTFE grease.2:49 A crane lifts the mast into position, where the crew secures the forestay and shrouds.4:33 Final tuning of the standing rigging remains to be completed after the initial installation.6:07

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