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Chain Plates

  • November 08, 2014 8:56 AM
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    Message # 3145381
    Deleted user

    In the process of investigating how to remove the chain plates, I noticed that the starboard bull works seem to have shifted or built so tight that I can not get to the top bolts, there is probably 1 inch access. Port side seems OK.

    Does any body have any idea how to remove the top bolt.  I'm contemplating drilling holes in the bull works to get to the bolt but before I do this I need some advice. 
  • November 08, 2014 9:03 AM
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    Reply # 3145384 on 3145381
    Anonymous member (Administrator)

    James: 

    check out this link with a set of images... of how I removed the chain plates on the stb side.. I used a ratching end wrench that from the inside allowed access. 

    Jay
  • November 08, 2014 9:15 AM
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    Reply # 3145389 on 3145381
    Deleted user

    The problem is that there is no access from the inside since the bull works are so tight.  I can barely slide a wrench in there.
  • November 09, 2014 1:59 PM
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    Reply # 3146513 on 3145381
    Anonymous member (Administrator)

    There should be a ~ 2.5" to 3"+ gap - how about taking a picture and emailing to me... I'll add to your post.  

    Jay
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