[Rhodes22-list] Rudder Lift Line

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Yacht braid is what a line cam cleat is designed for.  Nylon and polypropylene is too slippery.  If the little teeth on the cam have worn off you might be able to make some with a wood burner to melt some grooves into the piece.  Otherwise you may have to replace it.
Hope that helps.

Bob (palatka)



> On Nov 20, 2015, at 2:22 PM, The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:
> 
> The line that lifts my rudder has become frayed where the cam holds it in the
> up position.   I thought it would be a good idea to replace it before it
> broke - BUT - I have tried both a nylon and a braided line from West Marine,
> and the cam will not hold either one -- they have a too-slippery surface for
> the cam to bite in and hold.  I know they are the right size because they
> match the old one.
> 
> Any suggestions for a specific type of line to use and where to get it?  Or
> do I need a new cam too?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Bruce M
> s/v Tuxedo
> 
> 
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