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1979 Drascombe Dabber VICTORY 18 Jan 18 Centerplate
January 18, 2018 · 1 min · 2K views
What this video covers
Kent Blair reinstalls the 55-pound centerplate on a 1979 Drascombe Dabber.Watch The installation requires angling the plate forward to clear the cap, allowing the assembly to notch into the internal keel bolt.0:21 Once positioned, the plate swivels freely on its pivot point.0:33 Because of the weight of the cast iron, the plate deploys via gravity, eliminating the need for a dedicated downhaul.1:16 The uphaul system attaches to a hole at the top of the centerplate arm, providing the necessary leverage to raise the board.0:56 Proper alignment with the keel bolt ensures the mechanism operates without obstruction.
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