" Mnay ppl have complained about slapping of halyards and wires inside
: their masts and are looking for solutions"

Because they and you are bothering them with their slapping noise other
boaters seeking solitude and peace :-)
Especially at night.

"I have not tried this but might if the slap ever bothers me.
Duhh! Try it and report back to this group g
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c ya Wim
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