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PostPosted: Thu Aug 22, 2013 4:01 am 
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Hello All,

I have notices cracks that have formed were the bridle wires connect to the bow.
These cracks appear to be stress related and as such I am concerned that they may cause failure.
Does anyone have any sugestions on what is required to fix this issue?

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SRG

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PostPosted: Thu Aug 22, 2013 8:15 am 
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A lot of gel coat there that can crack. I personally have never see one fail there. LOTS of fiberglass.

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PostPosted: Wed Sep 18, 2013 2:41 am 
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Thanks for the reassurance Matt.

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