Stainless bow plate

Message Topic Search Topic Options Post Reply Create New Topic Printable Version Translate Topic

   As we end another season in Scotland and are preparing to go on the hard for a few months, we're thinking about adding a bow plate for protection against damage to the gelcoat when lifting the anchor in choppy waters.

Has anybody any tips on design, dimensions, thickness of steel and if thicker is best, how to form the correct shape to match the stem which of course widens nearer the deck? Is there a good supplier in the UK who can make this to the correct spec?

Thanks.

Edited by Clouded Pearl - 03 October 2016 at 20:25

Author	Message Topic Search Topic Options Post Reply Create New Topic Printable Version Translate Topic
Clouded Pearl Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Captain Joined: 20 November 2013 Location: UK Status: Offline Points: 214	Post Options Post Reply Quote Clouded Pearl Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Stainless bow plate Posted: 03 October 2016 at 20:24
	As we end another season in Scotland and are preparing to go on the hard for a few months, we're thinking about adding a bow plate for protection against damage to the gelcoat when lifting the anchor in choppy waters. Has anybody any tips on design, dimensions, thickness of steel and if thicker is best, how to form the correct shape to match the stem which of course widens nearer the deck? Is there a good supplier in the UK who can make this to the correct spec? Thanks. Edited by Clouded Pearl - 03 October 2016 at 20:25

Martin&Rene Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Vice Admiral Joined: 06 December 2009 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 967	Post Options Post Reply Quote Martin&Rene Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 03 October 2016 at 21:51
	Have you considered the alternative approach, which seems to be used on a many of the newer boats, of extending the bow roller assembly so that the anchor chain comes up over a roller mounted further forward. If you ran a snubber over a roller at the original position down onto the chain, then you would not be placing extra anchoring loads on the bow assembly. Being on a slightly smaller boat, I am happy that I can pull the last bit of the anchor chain in by hand, so I can control the swinging of the anchor.
	Martin&Rene Hanse 341 Dipper Wheel steering, 3 cabin layout, normally based in Scotland

Mark&Catherine Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admiral Joined: 18 January 2013 Location: Greece Status: Offline Points: 1219	Post Options Post Reply Quote Mark&Catherine Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 October 2016 at 06:42
	I wouldn't do it. The stainless will get dinged just as the gelcoat does, but it looks worse because you will see the dent in the shiny surface. Get one of these, its far cheaper. you can store it in the anchor locker. We have a short bridle on our anchor snubber hook, set so that when we pop the ends round the front cleats and run the extra chain out the hook drops onto the front of the bow fender, and this stops any creaking and rubbing of the chain on the bow as we swing, so another bonus. Ti (415) had a stainless plate that dinged a few times, which drove me to find a different solution Mark
	385 ubulukutu sail number GBR 3350L in Turkey and Greece with Mark and Catherine

S&J Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admiral Joined: 30 August 2014 Location: Perth WA / Med Status: Offline Points: 1371	Post Options Post Reply Quote S&J Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 October 2016 at 08:37
	I agree with Mark. Take a look at Compass Marine which is what I use. I was anchoring for extended periods this summer in the Stockholm archipelago and used this every day. I was initially concerned about this being up to the job and also started out with lots of "string" that kept getting tangled but I have now attached a short rope between the top and bottom eyelets with a second rope on a rolling hitch (which can slide) so I only have a single attachment (with a plastic clip onto the rails) on either side. This keeps the fender snug against the stem but also allows me to have it higher or lower to adjust for different pontoon heights when bow to.
	H458 #159 Primal Mediterranean cruising

Clouded Pearl Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Captain Joined: 20 November 2013 Location: UK Status: Offline Points: 214	Post Options Post Reply Quote Clouded Pearl Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 04 October 2016 at 22:37
	Thanks. I think that's an excellent solution which I'll try myself. Thanks very much. Edited by Clouded Pearl - 04 October 2016 at 22:37

Peter Russell Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Commadore Joined: 24 October 2007 Location: Wiltshire Status: Offline Points: 432	Post Options Post Reply Quote Peter Russell Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 05 October 2016 at 19:48
	Last year I purchased this fender. I too had problems with dinging the bow with the anchor despite having a longer bow roller fitted. This fender also really helps when I come alongside short handed and use a spring as the bow tends to come in and catch the pontoon no matter how much helm I put on. I attach it to the forward cleats and on calm days leave it in situ when sailing. Lazy, I know... but it remains nicely in place. http://www.force4.co.uk/department/chandlery-above-deck/anchoring-mooring/fenders-fender-covers-accessories/dan-fender-fenderflex-multi-purpose-fender.html#.V_VJ1oWcFRQ
	Peter Russell Hanse 370 hull 499 "Outnumbered" http://outnumbered.the-russells.net

Navegador Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Lieutenant Joined: 18 March 2012 Location: The Netherlands Status: Offline Points: 45	Post Options Post Reply Quote Navegador Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 05 October 2016 at 20:13
	Hi, custom made stainless steel bow protection plate for H355 length; 1250 mm plate thickness 5 mm 360 EUR including assembly. (Flevo Marina Lelystad Holland)
	Navegador H355 D1-30

Mark&Catherine Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Admiral Joined: 18 January 2013 Location: Greece Status: Offline Points: 1219	Post Options Post Reply Quote Mark&Catherine Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 05 October 2016 at 20:31
	That is very pretty. Just need the fender now to keep it that way!!!!
	385 ubulukutu sail number GBR 3350L in Turkey and Greece with Mark and Catherine



Welcome to myHanse.com the forum for Hanse Yachts owners throughout the world.