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    What does a 1/4" shackle mean?

    When I'm looking for anchor shackles, what exactly does "1/4" shackle mean? Does this refer to the opening at the mouth? The width of the 'link'? Or...? Thanks in advance!
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    Is G43 and G40 the same?

    Hi All, My windlass calls for G43 chain. Are the link sizes the same for G43 and G40 chain? I've read G40 has smaller link sizes, which suspects me to believe they would not be interchangable. Thanks in advance
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    Biggest boat show in the US?

    Hi all, I have a friend from Europe who is interested in coming over to the States to showcase a product he is developing. What is the biggest/best boat show in America, one preferably with a strong showing by dealers/distributors/etc.? We're thinking IBEX- are we on the right track? Thanks! Dave
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    Anchor Roller for 44 lbs Delta?

    Hi All, Can anyone recommend an anchor roller that will fit a 44 lbs Delta nicely? Thanks in advance!!
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    Difference between High Test and BBB Chain?

    Hi All, Could someone explain to me the difference between high test and BBB chain? Thanks in advance!
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    Bow roller for Bruce Anchor?

    Hi All, What's the best bow roller for a bruce anchor in the 30 lbs range? Is this pretty typical for bruce anchors? http://www.go2marine.com/product.do?no=195365F Could anyone possibly show me a picture of their bruce on a roller?? Thanks!!
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    Braided rope: what is soft/hard finish?

    Hi All, I'm selling some my excess rope on eBay and a bidder asked me "Is the braid soft or hard finish". Anyone have any idea what exactly is meant by this?
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    Can someone explain this ladder to me

    Hi All, This question is purely out of curiosity.... I seen someone advertising a ladder like the one in the attached picture. I cannot figure out how someone uses this ladder and I've studied it hard! Can someone please explain to me how this ladder works. How are you supposed to mount it...
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    What are D-Shackles used for?

    I was just given a box of marine hardware by a friend. Included in the box are a lot of d-shackles like the ones shown here:http://www.go2marine.com/product.do?no=23012F I think these shackles are used for anchoring, but how so?
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    How much rode do I need?

    Hi guys, Whats the rule of thumb for rode? Here's what I've heard: -You need about 8 feet of rope for every foot of water you'll be anchoring in -You need a foot of chain for every 6 feet of rope -You need 1/8" diameter of rope for every 9' of boat. Does this sound about right?
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    Looking for restoration pics

    Morning, I host a small boating website and am looking to share your guys' pics with my visitors. I'll of course give full credit including a link back to anywhere you would like. You'll also of course retain all of the copyright for the pics. There's no advertising on the site (although I...
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    Anchoring bottoms across North America?

    I sell different styles of anchors through my online store and for different anchoring conditions, different anchors work better. I can give good adivce on anchoring conditions in my area of the world, B.C., but other areas of the North America I'm not so knowledgable. In the southern coastal...
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