Rod Rigging

[tomframe]

we have solid rod rigging on the boat, and over the weekend whilst we where doing a RORC inspection it is noted that your need to have the equipment to cut away the rigging, we have always had a hack saw and or a bolt cutter, but it was suggested that neither of these would be up to the job - somebody suggested a "rod gun" - I did a quick Google search but could not see anything obvious - anybody seen one of these or know where to get one

thanks

 

[Salty John]

Google Shroud Shooter - several chandlers sell it. You could also look at Tuf tools, www.tuftools.co.uk, for a variety of solutions.
The Felco C-112 wire/rod cutter claims to cut rod to 12mm, to be sure there is the C-116. Available at many tool shops.
Hope this helps.
If you need a Loos rod rigging tension gauge we can help you more directly!

 

[tomframe]

thanks John, perfect.

 

[Swagman]

Also quite expensive for a tool you'll not possibly ever use.
Why not consider the alterntive of either a battery powered grinder or indeed, a steel cutting disc to fit to a regular drill. Bag up either just in case you need to use them in wet conditions with heads exposed.
Cheers
JOHN

 

[DownWest]

The thought of using a cutting disc in a drill really frightens me, esp. in extreme conditions. Battery angle grinder OK. But would prefere something with no power requirement.
A

 

[Gary007]

If your replacing any of it, I'd get a rigger to do it.. They have the specialist tools required and may end up only replacing the turnbuckelscrews rather than the rod..

 

[tomframe]

not replacing anything, just doing all the fastnet safety checks, I actually spoke to somebody that says he has had to cut away a rig the same spec as mine with solid rods and a hacksaw went through it no problem, or is he completely wrong - has anybody done this.

 

[cliffordpope]

Ever broken a hacksaw blade when sawing in a hurry, and dropped the square bit from the front end?

 

[danielefua]

You may find expensive but nice "rod guns" in the "cutting tools" section of:
http://www.toolova.com/english/homeFrame-e.htm

Daniel