[C320-list] Spinlock rig tension gauge

[David Veeneman]

Wanted to pass along my experiences with the Spinlock rig tension gauge.  In a nutshell, I really like it.

The gauge comes in two sizes, small and large. A C320 requires the large gauge, but it will handle all the standing rigging on a C320, unlike the Loos gauges.

Two features that I particularly like:

• The gauge can be hung on a shroud wire while the spring is set, which I find makes setting the spring a bit easier.

• The Spinlock gauge’s scale reads in Kg, which makes it easy to convert from settings in the C320 Owner’s Manual.

The directions to use the gauge are straightforward, and Loos setting conversion charts are enclosed. Spinlock provides a phone app to store multiple sets of settings, a feature that will be of greatest use to racers.

Like I said, I’m pretty pleased with the gauge, and I’d recommend it as a good alternative to Loos gauges.
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David Veeneman
SV Adelante, Hull #131
Dana Point, CA