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New to the group, going through the posts, I have come upon this thread. I was considering tinting my windows of my Beneteau 43 with a darker tint, but I really like your idea. So I will copy with…"
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Comment by Klaas Nijhuis on June 26, 2019 at 3:42pm
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Can anyone tell me if this is normal? Pre-purchase survey indicated: "The aft lower shroud chain plates for the main mast are not installed with the same orientation on the vessel. The starboard side chain plate is installed in a side to side orientation. The port side chain plate is installed in a fore to aft orientation and shows a slight bend to the inboard side."
Thanks in advance,
Klaas
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