Club Tools
GYC Community Toolbox
Club Tools
These tools are available to all active members of the Gulf Yacht Club without charge; tools that are invaluable when you need them, but a bit pricey for most individuals.
Pick them up yourself, and return them within a reasonable time frame is all we ask!
Contact John Dixon for availability 604-765-5299/stellaryachts@gmail.com
HEAVY DUTY BATTERY LUG CRIMPER
If you are doing any battery rewiring, this tool is a MUST to do it right. Calibrated adjustment screw and compound lever action prevents operator fatigue. Capacity: Crimps 8-4/0 AWG/8-103mm 2 lugs and terminals.
SAMONA CABLE CUTTER
RIG TENSION GAUGE
The Loos tension gauges take the guesswork out of cable rod rigging tension adjustment. They are especially designed for accurate, repeatable tuning of a sailboat's standing rigging. This gauge will handle 3/16 to 9/32.
*Generously donated to GYC by Stephen Lapin
SAMSON SPLICING TOOLS
6 fids, one pusher
WEN 10" RANDOM ORBITAL POLISHER/WAXER
LIFELINE SWAGER
Use this to hand-swage lifeline fittings.
Will handle all typical size Sherman Johnson stainless fitting. Using this tool means you pay a fraction of the cost of replacing lifelines versus paying a professional to do it for you.
BOSCH 6" RANDOM ORIBITAL SANDER