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Spring-Loaded Blocks on Slides
Captive liners allow blocks to glide along the track virtually without friction, yet they handle up to 3,500lb. of tension or compression load. They swivel 45° to each side of the track and their patented design prevents blocks from hitting the deck when sheets are flogging. For sails up to 715 sq. ft. and boats to 38'.
- Bearings: Plain bearing
- Shackle/Strap Type: 45° stand-up-spring shackle on T-Track slider
- Configuration: Genoa lead block, 1" or 1-1/4" T-Track
- Features: Lined low-friction slide with spring-loaded pin
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by PowerReviews(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to install (5)
- Well built / quality (5)
- Easy to use (4)
- Attractive (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Sailing (5)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sailing
Comments about Spring Loaded Blocks on Slides:
I would buy this product again and expect I will because after 10 years of moderate use the original wore out.
Service and delivery comments:
fast delivery
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sailing
Comments about Spring Loaded Blocks on Slides:
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Pros
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sailing
Comments about Spring Loaded Blocks on Slides:
Genoa block
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Install
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sailing
Comments about Spring Loaded Blocks on Slides:
great upgrade for my 30 year old Tanzer. Only wish they a screw type stop was still made for older simple boats
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Easy To Use
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sailing
Comments about Spring Loaded Blocks on Slides:
The cars are very well made, thus it is surprising that the little button you have to pull up to adjust the car have quite a sharp edge to it. It would be better, if they were rounded of a little more.
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