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Chain plate rust

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Topic: Chain plate rust

Posted By: Feral
Subject: Chain plate rust
Date Posted: 20 January 2024 at 05:28

Our 548 is 4 years old and recently started to develop a lot of rigging chain plate rust. Has anyone experienced this and is this a leading indicator of chain plate deterioration?

Replies:

Posted By: Kodiak
Date Posted: 27 July 2024 at 14:27

I just noticed some rust streaks under the chain plate cover this season after 5 years. Will have a closer look at the end of the season and let you know.

Cheers

Posted By: Feral
Date Posted: 28 July 2024 at 10:19

We pricked some pin holes in the sikaflex surrounding the chain plate to stop the water accumulating around the chain plate. Seems to heave fixed it.