Random mystery boat parts thread.

[Rick_Tatum]

I don't have a picture handy at the moment, I'll see if I can find one, but generally, what I do is place a bit of thin steel or copper over the area, then tap it down into the inlet or exit hole. Eventually I have to cut the hole open so the metal can continue around the corners of the opening. This is glued in place or used as a template for a heavier piece of material. On larger mast, where I have a fair bit of hole to work with, I'll make a hardwood copy of the hole and do some serious pounding.

The protective plate needs to be around the corner a bit, but how much depends on the entry/exit angle, sheave location, etc., so each is application specific. I usually draw up a scale profile to see how much rubbing will take place and I make the plate to cover just past this point(s). The last thing you want is the line "sawing" on the edge of the plate, so error on too much, rather then not enough.

Thanks Paul, that sounds simple enough.

This would seem to be a function of low testosterone, maybe you're just getting old.

Now I'm lost....