how to replace batten pocket grommets?
Posted: May 20th, 2017, 7:37 pm
The chrome plated brass grommets on my mainsail are really corroded. A clean up doesn't last too long.
What's the preferred replacement procedure? Besides taking it to the sailmaker and loosing the sail for a month.
Do you drill out the grommets with a drill bit or counter sink?
How do you go about setting two grommets that are right on top of one another? do I put the bottom of the tool in the pocket, set one grommet, and then flip the tool and sail to do the other side?
I'm thinking I should make a jig that will clamp on to the sail that will protect the cloth and stop it from twisting while drilling out the grommets.
I am open for suggestion. Please advise. Thanks GH
What's the preferred replacement procedure? Besides taking it to the sailmaker and loosing the sail for a month.
Do you drill out the grommets with a drill bit or counter sink?
How do you go about setting two grommets that are right on top of one another? do I put the bottom of the tool in the pocket, set one grommet, and then flip the tool and sail to do the other side?
I'm thinking I should make a jig that will clamp on to the sail that will protect the cloth and stop it from twisting while drilling out the grommets.
I am open for suggestion. Please advise. Thanks GH