>This topic leads me to ask you all of something I have been wondering
about as well.
I plan to replace all my wire very soon. I have all the tools as I have
built rigs for other boats.
The wire I have always used is described as galvanized...or as aircraft
cable (whatever that means).
But it is definitely not stainless of any kind. I live in a year round
dry environment, pretty much
always sail lakes and may only sail in the briny very occasionally (in
the future).
I am wondering if 1/8" wire of this type is substantially weaker (if at
all) than the stainless?
Tim Diebert
M17 "Puph" # 369.
Kelowna BC
316 will stay shinny and 304 can show rust but it will clean off. It's more
of a problem if moored full time on saltwater. On a trailer boat where you
freshwater rinse and keep it stored in the backyard, I don't think the rust
factor matters much. The major difference between 304 and 316 is breaking
strength. 316 is weaker when compared to the same diameter 304. The general rule is
to change wire diameter depending on which SS you use.
If possible I would order from Jerry M. but concerning west marine. I don't
know if everyone is aware that they have a new boat owner program. New or not,
if you bought a boat within the last 30 days (very loose on this at my local
WM) they give 10% discount on everything but electronics. Electronics get
5% discount and you get the discount for 30 days.
They have the tools for basic swaging and let customers use them to make
their stays in the store. I've made several for small boats there.
Bill
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