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"Soft Padeye" Slots *Pic*

By:Joe Greenley
Date: 11/15/2000, 2:27 am

This photo is of the soft padeye and slot:

1. Cut an oversized slot and fill it with epoxy
2. Cut a smaller slot in the cured epoxy for your webbing

I've found that this method effectively seals the end grain against any water intrusion.

Joe

"Soft Padeye" Slots *Pic*
Joe Greenley -- 11/15/2000, 2:27 am

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I Got It!
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