I'm looking to replace my rope clutches and was wondering if anyone has a recomendation so i can use the existing holes.
Replacing Spinlock lever 3/8 rope Clutch
- Thread starter KGarvey
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I'm not sure what model you have but Spinlok does publish documentation regarding the hole placement. It may be referred to as a drill template, mounting template, or installation manual
Since it's time to over-drill, epoxy fill, and redrill all the holes, the new clutches can have slightly different holes by 3/8 or so and the new clutch base will cover it all.
When our OEM clutches were wearing out, I replaced them with the heavy duty D2 models from Lewmar. They work very well and hold our very-low-stretch (T-900) 5/16 halyards.
You might want to consider this upgrade...
When our OEM clutches were wearing out, I replaced them with the heavy duty D2 models from Lewmar. They work very well and hold our very-low-stretch (T-900) 5/16 halyards.
You might want to consider this upgrade...
Terrific idea! Replacement kits are much more economical than replacing the entire clutch & also negates the need of filling holes & re-drilling. You Tube videos show that repair is fairly simple. I will definitely opt to rebuild vs replace.
