ACMO Rigging
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In December 2019 we had our standing rigging replaced by Seanergie in Hyeres.
They used ACMO rigging and WDS wire. -- Mark & Nicky Barter S/V Nunky SM 110
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All,
I locked this email thread because it violates posting rules, but I also contacted ACMO with the original poster's complaints about his rigging. The Amel Yacht Owners Group has this posting policy (in part): "Please refrain from criticism of persons or businesses in which you may have experienced unsatisfactory results, because it would be one-sided, without the ability of the other side to respond." I am sure we could argue the validity of this rule, but I believe it is one of the things that separate the Amel Yacht Owners Group from many other similar groups. Please do not respond to this posting with further negative remarks about ACMO. If you believe that you have an issue with a purchase you made from ACMO, contact ACMO directly. ACMO has been an exceptional resource for many Amel owners. ACMO is the supplier of rigging to Amel and it is unusual that ACMO will deal directly with Amel owners. ACMO makes a quality product and if there is an issue, they have responded professionally.
And, BTW, I find it admirable that privately Laetitia Boudon said to me:
"In your place, I would not have deleted this gentleman's post but try to help him, thank you, but I find it not the best solution :("
This was ACMO's complete response: Hello Bill
I thank you for your feedback.
Do you know why the customer did not come to us to ask for help with this problem?
For cables: It is very important that people understand that during the first months it is necessary to clean the cables with water and mild soap, because during the manufacture grease is used and the cleaning products are more environmentally friendly. When the cable is under tension, a little grease may come out and dust will stick to it! There is therefore appearance of this "rust" color which does not have any! You just have to scrub with a soft brush. For the turnbuckles: Do you know the place where the boat is "stowed"? According to my chromeur, the chlorine in the air can cause this problem, so I can change the turnbuckle cages for him. For the axis: I have no explanation for the moment. Can you have a photo of the axis side.
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All, more information on chrome plating today vs chrome plating yesterday.
Laetitia Boudon <laetitia@...> (laetitia"at"acmo.fr) wrote the following: I forgot to tell you that the products for chrome plating are also weaker than before, always to protect nature. People need to understand this :) ACMO quality is still there!Regarding her comment, "always to protect nature," I did some research and found the US EPA and the EU EPA has caused all of us some issues with chrome plating today vs yesterday. https://www.pfonline.com/articles/hard-chrome-plating-its-past-present-and-future --
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Bill,
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If this is the case - and who knows where the ‘air’ is chlorinated - is there a case to review the material that turnbuckles are made of? It is a pity if the ship looks bad because the turnbuckles can’t be buffed up? Peter Peter Forbes Carango Amel 54 #035 La Rochelle - just having rig replaced!!! 00447836 209730 07836 209730
On 29 Jan 2021, at 13:49, CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> wrote:
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More very good information from ACMO:
ACMO now has a turnbuckle with a combination of Stainless Steel with Bronze. For a complete rigging kit for a SM the approximate increased cost is 150 €. This is a no-brainer. Laetitia <laetitia@...> writes:
Do not hesitate to offer them the attached turnbuckle.
the ideal solution if your client is in a port where the air is a little chlorinated ...
All stainless steel turnbuckle with a bronze ring, no more chrome plating worries! (Just a little more expensive)
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Ian Park
Well done Bill from start to finish! A concern to all of us nearing replacing standing rigging and
you did a good job in keeping the group positive.
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I have just changed my order on Acmo to stainless.
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Thank you Bill. Peter Peter Forbes CARANGO Amel 54 #035 La Rochelle 00447836 209730 07836 209730
On 29 Jan 2021, at 14:17, Ian Park <parkianj@...> wrote:
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Ross Hickey & Donna Hammond
We are also about to order complete replacement rigging from ACMO so the timing of this information could not be better. We are pleased that these issues have been pointed out to us as part of this forum.
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Kind regards Ross and Donna SV INTREPID KIWI SM2K #356
On Friday, January 29, 2021, 5:19 pm, Peter Forbes <ppsforbes@...> wrote:
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When you order, order from Laetitia Boudon <Laetitia"at"acmo.fr>. Thank her for the information and thank her for me. Bill
On Fri, Jan 29, 2021 at 9:25 AM Ross Hickey & Donna Hammond via groups.io <southernadventurer=yahoo.co.uk@groups.io> wrote:
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Alain Durante
Dear Bill,
I agree 100% that Laeticia is very helpful and very kind. I just ordered a new rigging for Meige with stainless turnbuckle. I am also going to change the electric jib furler with a FACNOR EF+550S.
Cordialement, Alain Durante
A54#21 / SV Meige South of France
De : main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io <main@AmelYachtOwners.groups.io>
De la part de CW Bill Rouse via groups.io
When you order, order from Laetitia Boudon <Laetitia"at"acmo.fr>. Thank her for the information and thank her for me.
Bill
On Fri, Jan 29, 2021 at 9:25 AM Ross Hickey & Donna Hammond via
groups.io <southernadventurer=yahoo.co.uk@groups.io> wrote:
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Danny and Yvonne SIMMS
Bill. Thank you for these responses. You are absolutely right. As well it was helpful to see acmos detailed responses. Regards Danny SM 299 Ocean Pearl
On 30 January 2021 at 02:49 CW Bill Rouse <brouse@...> wrote:
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