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I stand to be corrected but the standard for gal thickness for HDG is 70 microns. I've measure chain and the average might be 70...

For preparing an anchor for galvanising, specifically a Spade. Removing lead and galvanising a Spade anchor Its not a difficult...

The decks of landing craft are abrasive, to make them non slip, conventional tie down galvanised chain is heavy. TDG offered...

Sydney to Hobart yacht abandoned off NSW coast after sailors rescued Jonathan

There have been some disasters. Galvanised anchor chain used in an acidic environment - the coating, any coating does not last. Do not...

Sharadizing has now been overtaken by 'better' technogy. The process is now known as Thermal Diffusion Galvanising. Sheradizing, is...

The methods for lashing the rings in place are ... historic? Slippery Dyneema opened up new applications for low friction rings. But...

"....there is little need for original thought - the ideas are there (maybe unseen) just waiting for some imaginative soul to add newer...

I find it interesting that Dyneema was introduced in the late 70s early 80s. Rothmans was the first 'big' yacht of which I'm, aware...

A different soft shackle, cheap as chips, or cheaper 25pcs Outdoor Camping Tent Elastic Strapping Rope Outdoor Multi Functional Bungee...

I've see references to this simpler sort (knotted strop) going WAY back. Also toggle variations. But I don't think single braid was...

Many owners of yachts do not use dyneema, polyester is more than adequate. I don't know but guess that unless you specify otherwise...

I understand, though can find no confirmation, that soft shackles were used decades ago - and long before even polyester became common...

From reading the responses and the knowledge the yacht is 40 years old, now with some remarkable modifications, I might suggest that...

may be try the motor boat subsection of the YBW forum.