VDept Members Questions & Answers - Towing Rig For Facility?http://blogs-it.cgaux.org/mqa.php?tempskin=_atomb2evolution2024-12-23T09:02:27ZTowing Rig For Facility?Paul Mayerhttp://blogs-it.cgaux.org/mqa.php/2012/05/11/towing-rig-for-facility2012-05-11T16:55:52Z2012-05-21T18:47:41ZQuestion: I am Considering offering my boat for use by AUX. It is a 42 ft Jersey on Chesapeake Bay. What is the recommended or required length and diameter to be used to make-up a bridal and towline for the towing vessel?
Answer: Work with your vessel examiner to determine the proper rig for towing. The proper size will depend on your vessel characteristics, age, cleats and other factors best checked on a local level to comply with the manual.