Bow Chocks

[Bryan 2530]

I want to add a set of bow chocks to the 2530 so I can use my wreck anchor set-up without removing the plow from the pulpit.

A friend gave me a set of Marinuim chocks that have never been mounted on a boat and they look good in place but I am concerned with the strength of the aluminum and how well the anodized coating is going to hold up.

What do you guys think?? Use them or buy new SS ones?? I wanted to put a set of locking chocks on but they are discontinued from Windline the manufacturer.

Also, how am I going to get to the backing plates through the small anchor locker hatch?? Put a small kid in there? I have two that may fit.

 

[Brent]

I dont know

Is this better than a cleat.
or how is a chock used?

They look well made and cant beat the price

Also, how am I going to get to the backing plates through the small anchor locker hatch?? Put a small kid in there?

nope invite the Stern heavy crew.

 

[DaleH]

I would opine that the strength comes from the fastener (as the weakest link).

 

[Bryan 2530]

I would opine that the strength comes from the fastener (as the weakest link).

I have to agree with you Dale, I was going to drill out the hole to the next size fastener and back it with 1/2" startbord for added protection.

Most of the force should be down and towards the front.... I'll think more. Suggestions welcome.

Also, how am I going to get to the backing plates through the small anchor locker hatch?? Put a small kid in there?

nope invite the Stern heavy crew.

Do you think Brad would fly his crew up to help me??

 

[jeffnick]

I personally wouldn't hesitate to use them with screws only (no backing plate). Chocks don't take the punishment that cleats do, especially when used for anchoring -- because the boat will swing to route the 'stress' to the cleat.

 

[DaleH]

Any screw used in a stress-loaded location is subject to wearing of the core and eventual water intrusion, if not properly epoxy bedded. That said, I myself would never use screws for any item subject to loading, but that's me.

 

[Bryan 2530]

Screws will not hold up, and I don't think there is any wood in that part of the toe rail.

I will be installing these just outside of the bow lights and they will take strain from all directions when I use my anchor ball, plus the pull is at almost 90 degrees due to Parkers design of the pulpit and bow cleats.

 

[Brent]

Do you think Brad would fly his crew up to help me??[/quote]

Nope, are you kidding

 

[Bryan 2530]

What do you guys think?? I actually like how they look.

 

[Brent]

I looked at your anchor attachment and isn't a shackle preferred and stronger?

 

[Bryan 2530]

I looked at your anchor attachment and isn't a shackle preferred and stronger?

I would guess that is stronger than any link in the chain, plus it doesn't get hung up in the roller.

 

[Bryan 2530]

Why can't yer tie anchor line to cleats and forget chocks

Works for me :wink:

I frequently anchor in current of 5 knots or more. The pulpit would chafe through the line and the anchor ball would rip off the bow light.

 

[Brent]

I would guess that is stronger than any link in the chain, plus it doesn't get hung up in the roller.


I thought the shackle would have better wear resistance

 

[Bryan 2530]

Maybe, but it doesn't need to be stronger than any one link in the chain.

 

[Brent]

thanks

 

[Bryan 2530]

OK, now how about them chocks?? :?: :?:

 

[DaleH]

Do it, that's what I did, but I replaced the 2 cleats with a single Vetus sampson post centered on the deck, see picture.

 

[pmeggers]

Do it, now you got me thinking...after blackfishing this season i always was worried about the pressure of the line against the bowling on my 23se, i think im gonna make that a priority for this winter too

 

[Bryan 2530]

Do it, now you got me thinking...after blackfishing this season i always was worried about the pressure of the line against the bowling on my 23se, i think im gonna make that a priority for this winter too

That is the main reason for it, depending on where we fish I could be using three different anchors, so removing the plow is a hassel.

I'm still debating on using some other style chock, not to happy with the way the line rubs on the chock as it comes off the cleat. I have all winter to look but something will go on there for next season.

 

[BradV]

id fly the crew up but they end up being more of a distraction. Which is good most of the time just not when cutting into the boat. Chocks look good. Should work. If most of the time you use your wreck/reef anchor why not put that on the roller? I know it probably doesnt look as cool. Or isnt there a way to put two rollers on the pulpit? They do on the big boats. www.nordhavn.com