bow eye ring replacement question

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I have worked for a towing company for many years and find older boats have the worst rings and I am sometimes afraid to pull on them. I have pulled several out and deformed many. Backing is very important and you should add as much as possible. Also buy a size bigger or even as large as you can find. BW and Grady use HUGE beautiful Bow rings. If you use your boat offshore and need a tow, you will be glad you did.