Replacement turnbuckles - Ericson 29

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Apr 8, 2012
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Ericson 29 Ericson 29 Camp Lejeune
Do to storm damage from Hurricane Irene, I need to replace a broken turnbuckle on a 1974 Ericson 29. Does anyone know we I can purchase regiing parts for this boat?

Semper Fi,
Brian
 
Mar 17, 2012
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CAL 28 ANCHOR POINT BAM
Are the chain plate and upper turnbuckle bolt that is swagged to the cable in good working order?
If not you will need to remove the whole cable from the masthead to the chain plate and take to West Marine or other rigging supplier to be rebuilt. Look in The "Yellow Pages" under "Marine Equipment and Supplies". If they are good all you need are the turn buckle and lower bolt to order a replacement. You will get a new upper bolt with it but will not need it. Your lower and intermediate shrouds will hold the mast erect while you wait for parts.
 
Mar 17, 2012
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CAL 28 ANCHOR POINT BAM
If you are at all squeamish about partial repair or at all concerned about the condition of the upper parts of the cap stay then have the whole cable rebuilt. Make sure you check the other cables overall condition as well.
 
Mar 17, 2012
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CAL 28 ANCHOR POINT BAM
If you have comprehensive insurance you may want to have the whole rig checked by a marine surveyor. As a matter of fact, that would probably be the best bet. Then you could see who he would recommend for replacement parts.
 
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