Aft lower chainplates are in!

Today the aft lower chainplates finally went in. Unfortunately, the camera didn't make it to the boat with me today, so no pictures. After electropolishing the new chainplates looked fantastic and installing the first pair was a simple matter of masking off, applying some polysulfide, and then bolting them in place. Nice!

I also put a coat of varnish on the GPS bracket base.

Also, I wrapped up the major glass work on the backstay chainplate knee. After 2 more layers of 24 oz. roving on the sides, several pieces of 6" 10 oz. tape over the fillets, and several lengths of 2" 10 oz. tape over the front of the knee...it's done! On my next work day I'll sand it smooth and begin locating the chainplate itself. I'll probably fair a few spots before paint.

Stay tuned for pics...