deck pipe

[Parkerman]

I was contemplating installing a deck pipe to access my anchor rode and chain. I currently have no access to the anchor locker in the bow of the boat nor do I have a pulpet. My anchor sits in one of the storage bins in the back of the boat, the furthest point from where I need it. So if I were to install this I could keep the rode and chain where it belongs and just disconnect the anchor from the chain. The anchor itself would still store in the rear bin but I wouldnt have to deal with the anchor line. Does anyone have any suggestions on what type of hardware I would use for a quick connect and disconnect of the anchor? It would have to be strong and easy to use. Here is what I am thinking of using for a deck pipe:

 

[DaleH]

Too darn small IMHO!

Use the larger one like seen in this picture below. No need to remove the anchor at all.

Only $39 @ Jamestown Distributors, see: http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/us ... ?pid=13034

 

[R & R]

my 2520 came equipped with the exact deck pipe shown in DaleH's
reply to you. In addition, the anchor is mounted in a chock system
right on the forward deck. A single lock-down knob holds the anchor securely, and only a short section of chain is visible from the anchor shackle into the deck pipe. Also, the deck pipe holds in the open position
simply by lifting the lid and sliding it to the side. With this system my anchor is always ready to deploy.

One point I want to share with you. I use a nylon cable tie put through the hole in the shackle pin and wrapped around the shackle body to keep the pin from backing out due to vibration.

 

[sparky]

I use a nylon cable tie put through the hole in the shackle pin and wrapped around the shackle body to keep the pin from backing out due to vibration.

I'd think about using stainless steel wire. Zipties snap when they are cold, or exposed to UV. The last thing you need is the shackle backing off.

 

[DaleH]

I use a nylon cable tie put through the hole in the shackle pin and wrapped around the shackle body to keep the pin from backing out due to vibration.

I'd think about using stainless steel wire.

Me too ... I have spools of SS rigging wire if anyone needs 6-8" lengths.

 

[Parkerman]

I think my shackle was frozen in place after the first season. I guess that is the salt water effect vs. brackish of the CB

 

[DaleH]

I think my shackle was frozen in place after the first season. I guess that is the salt water effect vs. brackish of the CB

FWIW I coat all fasteners the that blue waterproof synthetic grease I love and use so much ... and knock on teak (wood) I've yet to have anything freeze in place.

 

[sparky]

I think my shackle was frozen in place after the first season. I guess that is the salt water effect vs. brackish of the CB

That's not good. You want to be able to get it off if you need it. A little grease, like Dale says, goes a long way. Just a dab 'l do ya'.
What happens if you toss the hook in a storm, it snags sideways, and you bend the shank and need to change to the backup anchor? Do you want to have to cut off the old shackle and hope you have another, or just undo the wire, unscrew the pin, and swap anchors?

I know which one I'd perfer.

 

[Megabyte]

I think that oval pipe is the standard factory issue.
That is what came on my 1996 model.