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Originally Posted by chris.moody
Why not use three strand rope and attach the painter with a spliced loop around the u bolt, then trim the painter so it cannot reach the prop, and then back splice the loose end as well.
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You just described my setup!
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Originally Posted by Rogue Wave
What nobody seems to have mentioned is a Bowline if exposed to tension can be a bugger to undo,
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take the loop that goes round the "exit" rope & bend it back. Instanly loosens it all. (obviously no can do if it's still under tension, but thetre are other knots for that sort of game.)
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Originally Posted by kerny
I still can't see what is wrong with using a snap hook though... unless someone can enlighten me  |
Coz you still have to tie the rope to the hook?
How many posts was the hole drilling thread again? - anyone want to try to beat it?
(Not Another) Nutkin
Imogen
Bowline wins for me anyways.... arrr!! matey !! shiver me timbers like Pikey Dave say's if you can't tie a knot then tie lots ov em 
