Keel Bolts

[Pacific28]

Hello Out there,

I have a Hallberg P28 long keel sloop of mahogany on Oak built around 1960. All of the keel bolts were replaced in 1991. The boat has been wintered ashore every winter since and has been out of the water completely for around 2 years from Sept 2000 - May 2002. How long should these bolts last ? as I am reluctant to start a job that might not need done.

 

[Mirelle]

Coming up to time to knock one out - I would do one next winter, just to see.

 

[Pacific28]

Mirelle thanks for the reply,

so you reckon that another season with my current keelbolts is safe ?

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[Adrian_Morgan]

Oh for goodness sake. Ten years, bronze, lead keel, I presume? If so, I'll bet they're pristine. Mine lasted 40 years.

But, for peace of mind take Mirelle's advice.


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[ccscott49]

What material bolts? Bronze, I agree with below. Pull one for piece of mind.

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