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Old 05-22-2008
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Answer that question by matching the breaking strength of the backstay wire - post your wire size and you will get help. Realize that harware like this is only meant for use on daysailers, not small cruisers. For your boat you would want to look at something like ABI Forestay Levers where you see that convenience comes with a price.
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