Cotter Pins vs Cotter Rings...

[...3TacksontheWater]

It's actually a good thing to keep a small amount of tension on the cable. It helps keep it wound on the spool properly. At least that's what I've been told by riggers when dealing with crank lifts and stands

No argument there. I believe that's what the manual states. There would be no "Hum" without a bit of tension. lol

George

 

[Carl Wonderful]

Once the keel is lowered the only purpose of the wire is to raise the keel when needed. The keel itself if fully supported by the keel bolts.

George

Ohhh. So what you meant was there was no cotter pin and the clevis pin was just sitting in there all on its own? Surprised it would last just sitting in there for any amount of time.

 

[Project_Mayhem]

Try pulling a pin with a 400lb load on it. It will likely fight you!