Replacing the MOST IMPORTANT PART of a SAILBOAT! Ep 355

Name: Replacing the MOST IMPORTANT PART of a SAILBOAT! Ep 355
Uploaded: 2024-05-11T15:41:34.000Z
Duration: 15 min 42 s
Description: The crew of Nandji - Frothlyfe replaces their 15-year-old standing rigging with new Hammer Pro compact strand wire.

11. mai 2024 · 15 min · 32K visninger · Phuket Boat Lagoon

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The crew of Nandji - Frothlyfe hauls their cutter-rigged sloop at Phuket Boat Lagoon to replace the standing rigging, which is 15 years old and exceeds the recommended 10-year service life.1:18 After using a crane to unstep the mast, the crew identifies significant surface rust on the upper sections of the cables and evidence of previous, inconsistent repairs by former owners.6:00 They replace the existing mix of 1x19 316 stainless steel wire and older compact strand wire with new Hammer Pro compact strand rigging manufactured by Arcus Wire Group.3:06 During the mast-down inspection, the crew discovers chafe damage to the aluminum mast at the halyard exits and installs nylon chafe preventers to protect the metal.11:54 They also replace a disintegrated masthead tri-color light and clean the spreader attachments to inspect for corrosion.12:29 The project concludes with the installation of the new rigging, providing a verified, uniform rig for future offshore passages.15:32 Accurate pin-to-pin measurements of the old cables are essential for ensuring the new rigging fits correctly.6:51