seizing

Looks like my rigging project is moving forward: the top port and starbord shrouds and hardware are replaced. The two new middle-stays and back-stay are ready for pick-up. But, the seizing wires in the end of the spreaders won't budge. I bought some punches and also bought drill bits for my...

Question for all the rigging experts out there: When I step the mast complete with new standing rigging what is the process for seizing the shrouds to the spreaders? Should the seizing wire be tight to the shroud to lock it in or should it be loose enough to allow the wire to slide if it needs...