[C320-list] Dock Lines

[Chris Burti]

5/8" nylon double braid is a good choice for our C-320's. Three strand is
cheaper initially and is adequate in 5/8", but must be replaced after every
major storm. The stretching caused by the boat surging in a heavy storm
generates substantial heat that breaks down the fibers internally. This
degredation usually can't be detected in a routine inspection, so the lines
should be replaced regularly. Ultimately, the double braid is cheaper
because its construction dissapates the heat more effectively and does not
degrade as much. It is also much easier to handle.

I do not have the numbers saved, but did do the research when I bought the
boat.

On Wed, May 21, 2008 at 11:10 AM, Irving Grunes <igrunes at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi,
> We are considering replacing our dock lines.
>
> We keep the boat in a slip with two bow lines and criss-crossed stern
> lines.
>
> Trying to find an answer as to what the minimal tensile strength of the
> lines must be in both normal up to 30 knot winds and or course up to
> hurricane 75 knots or so wind for our 12000 pound C320.
>
> I know that the lines should probably be three strand nylon to have some
> stretch.
>
> But I can't find a source for what the minimal tensile strength line should
> be.
>
> Irv Grunes
> 2001 #851
>



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Chris Burti
Farmville, NC