All of the above is good advice but I agree with Jim--from the picture it looks like there's something wrong with either the block or the line.Double check the size of the block for the scale size of the line. The block looks too small for the scale size line being used. Could be a plan error. I would go a size larger on the block.
I second Dave, they have all the block sizes you may need for your build, and the quality of those blocks a something you have to see to believe. Here is the linkcontact Dry Dock models and see if they have one size bigger block
I agree that bock sizes are a factor of line size which is its own function of the forces (tension) needed in the purpose of that line and block(s) system. From first glance either the block is too small or the line too large and either out of scale. Just my thoughts . Rich (PT-2)Double check the size of the block for the scale size of the line. The block looks too small for the scale size line being used. Could be a plan error. I would go a size larger on the block.
Interesting idea to reduce the diameter. I'll have to give it a try to see the results. Thanks, Rich (PT-2)I usually clamp a hemostat to the end of the line and spin it, that'll tighten up the threads. While it is spun up I apply some CA glue to lock in the new smaller diameter. Then un-clamp and slice off the end at an angle making the end knife-like. If you can poke that knife end through enough you can reclamp the hemostat and pull it through.
Interesting idea to reduce the diameter. I'll have to give it a try to see the results. Thanks, Rich (PT-2)
To achieve some degree of accuracy the holes in a.block should alway have a larger diameter than the line that goes through it. Check the the scale of your model and either enlarge the hole or use a smalle diameter of the line.