Best "Loctite" for anchor shackle

[Neeves]

An option to compare against Loctite in practice. It does not quite have the convenience of one pack Loctite

Neil - why is it prefered over Loctite? I assume you have looked at both.

Jonathan

 

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Robih,

I think you have an elegant and safe solution to your various issues. Certificated chain and shackle (which is better than anyone else here). Oversized link that appears to be much stronger then both chain and shackle. Everything is supplied by totally reliable and reputable manufacturers. Shackle and over sized link should run through the narrow bow roller. You can either use blue Loctite if you are going to change the anchor frequently or red if its a lifetime assembly.

Its all comfortably, reliable and you have a bullet proof rode.

In five years time I, for one, will be interested in your reasoned summary of performance.

Sleep well at anchor.

Jonathan

Jonathan,

Thanks for that. The effort of putting together, and the cost, of good ground tackle is always best appreciated as one lays one's head upon the pillow after downing the third glass of Malbec.......

Rob

 

[Minchsailor]

Robih,

(which is better than anyone else here).

Jonathan

Not quite 'anyone', after my experiences last summer, can I suggest 'most'.

 

[sailaboutvic]

Araldite is what we recommend for under water bolt security, it can be softened with heat when you need to dismantle.
We use it for rope cutters that are subject to shock and vibration and bearings.

The problem I can see with this is , if for some reason , which we had to do , dive and remove the anchor before retrieve
The chain , if the pin can't be release without heat , then you have a problem .