chain plates ?

[Phil MacFarlane]

On e 35 II's there is a small chain plate in line with the mast (port and starboard) right next to the cabin house. Dose anybody know what this is for?

Thanks Phil

 

[whoulihan]

If it's the one without anything attached to it and appears to do nothing but blast your toes - I have an answer.
I sent the same qustion to Bruce King and he responded by saying that it is important and don't remove it. something about holding the deck down or something - I don't recall exacty.
I have looked at other Ericsons and have never seen it used for anything.
Hope that helps.