I have an '87 E34, the shorter draft model. The fastening points for the chain plates are hidden behind the beautiful teak backs of the settees. Do I need to remove the backs to inspect them? Also, the plate that lays on the deck (outside the cabin); where the shrouds actually attach, has distorted upward; ie, pulled away from the deck; between the two bolts that attach the plate to the deck. Apparently this occurred a long time ago; because, the gap has been calked. Has anybody else had this occur? Does it mean trouble??? thanks so much for any input!!!!! Howard