Looks like bungee would be easier to install, but wouldn't rope allow tighter fit especially if non-sagging (when wet) rope were used? Rope is there now, but it's got green algae all over it and needs replaced.
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Referbing Older Hobie Cat 18--Rope or Bungee for tramp?
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Posted: Feb 09, 2015 - 07:20 PM
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Posted: Feb 10, 2015 - 03:49 AM
Don't use bungee.
Use solid line (1/4" pre-stretch). Tighten the tramp incrementally until it is drum tight. Don't try to do it all at once or you may pull out a grommet. For the cleanest results, start with the aft lacing first and then do the center lacing.
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Posted: Feb 10, 2015 - 07:15 AM
+1
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Posted: Feb 10, 2015 - 08:50 AM
Install it on a warm day too, so the tramp will be more pliable.
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