I enjoy the comments on the board, regardless of the pros and cons of any project we think about doing. Great information and informative, to say the least. It's always great to hear so many different opinions. That's what makes this board so wonderful!
I did change out the original tangs with SS fittings with double tangs. I'll use the extra tangs to attach the small blocks for the lazy jack system Carter was so kind to inform us about. That was a Great Idea!!
The chain plates and pins actually are fine for my particular installation. This according to the surveyor and the rigging shop I use in San Diego. In fact, until you go up several sizes in stays, the end fittings all use the same pin size. I didn't know this until I recently asked the rigging fellows.
Fair winds....
mexsailor
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