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Lightning protection

Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2011 11:33 am
by caz
I really enjoy this forum, and I've learned alot. It's amazing how well ya'll care for your boats, and the passion displayed here. My wife and I are gearing up for our spring cruise on "Second Wind", our c26, and I was curious about what you do for lightning protection? There are several schools of thought on this and it'd be great to get some imput.
Thanks a bunch. Caz

Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2011 1:00 pm
by CaptainScott
All metal through hulls should be properly bonded to the keel as well as the standing rigging.

Now that I've said that, Lady Jo has no lightning protection however Destiny is heavily protected. Lightning damage is not a huge issue here in the Pacific Northwest!

Scott

Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2011 3:35 pm
by EmergencyExit
All my preaching about lightning can be found here

http://www.chryslersailors.com/discussi ... =lightning

EE