On Oct 24, 5:22 pm, the_bmac wrote:
Have any of you re-fitted with a split backstay tensioner? Can you share details about how you
installed/reinforced the attachments through the deck?

This might provide some food for though: http://www.harken.com/rigtips/back.php.
Sorry not to be more specific on chain plates and such, but it's hard
to guess what will work for you without know what boat you have...

-- Tom.