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Author: | TIDALWAVE [ Sat Jul 14, 2012 6:05 am ] |
Post subject: | Separating amas from hull while trailering TI? |
I have Hobie Trailer cradles to support my TI while trailering. Unfortunately, the amas touch the hull when they rest as designed on the cradles. The inboard contact points are starting to wear the amas against the hull as the rig vibrates during hauling. I have tried to separate the amas from the hull with thin marine carpet strips and rubber strips, but they both catch road dust/dirt. They consequently become an abrasion surface themselves. Any hints on how to protect the rig from rubbing? |
Author: | tonystott [ Sat Jul 14, 2012 6:12 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Separating amas from hull while trailering TI? |
I cut "calamari" loops from the thighs of an old wetsuit (freebie from my local dive shop) which I wedge between the amas and hull before tightening down the straps. If they get grubby, I wash them when launching. Seems to work a treat. You can see them hanging in this shot |
Author: | Herbaldew [ Sat Jul 14, 2012 7:40 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Separating amas from hull while trailering TI? |
Several ideas in this post: [url]deleted[/url] Edit: Oops, wrong link, meant this thread: http://www.hobiecat.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=71&t=43017 |
Author: | TIDALWAVE [ Sun Jul 15, 2012 8:58 am ] |
Post subject: | Velcro... |
Thanks Sun E Sailor...great idea... but I think I am going to use the other part of the Velcro Tape. I have used Velcro quite a bit and found that the 'soft' loop surface tends to collect dirt like a carpet. The 'hook' surface tends to wash clean a lot better. So I am going to try the hook side first...but keep the loop part in case I need to switch. |
Author: | sun E sailor [ Sun Jul 15, 2012 5:58 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Separating amas from hull while trailering TI? |
Interesting... I like it . |
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