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Author:  Cap'nJack [ Tue Jul 30, 2024 10:41 am ]
Post subject:  mast step with broken pin holder
Is it dangerous to sail in light winds with a mast step that has a broken pin holder? Ive ordered a replacement step together with the hinge kit and rivets but don't think they'll arrive in time before vacation. Hard to replace?
Author:  mmiller [ Thu Aug 01, 2024 11:03 am ]
Post subject:  Re: mast step with broken pin holder
Which model boat? Likely not an issue once the mast is up, so just be cautious. Using a line tied to the mast at the base and to the crossbar as a safety if the hinge fails while stepping is a good idea.
Author:  Cap'nJack [ Mon Aug 12, 2024 3:32 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: mast step with broken pin holder
mmiller wrote:
Which model boat? Likely not an issue once the mast is up, so just be cautious. Using a line tied to the mast at the base and to the crossbar as a safety if the hinge fails while stepping is a good idea.

Thank you - its an older H16. I have a replacement mast step but its not drilled out. Basically the mast hinge link can only be pinned on one side of the step. Now I'm learning that the hinge gets removed once the mast is raised and doesn't go back on until you need to lower it? Is that correct? I'm supposed to remove the mast step link when going out?

Thank you again!
Author:  mmiller [ Mon Aug 12, 2024 4:25 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: mast step with broken pin holder
Yes, the link is disconnected allowing the mast to rotate. You can remove it or just disconnect. If broken, You can tie a line to the mast at the bottom and tie it to the front crossbar for stepping up or down. You would need someone to direct the mast base into the cup as the mast goes up... Once up... the link is not needed at all.
Author:  Cap'nJack [ Tue Aug 13, 2024 1:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: mast step with broken pin holder
mmiller wrote:
Yes, the link is disconnected allowing the mast to rotate. You can remove it or just disconnect. If broken, You can tie a line to the mast at the bottom and tie it to the front crossbar for stepping up or down. You would need someone to direct the mast base into the cup as the mast goes up... Once up... the link is not needed at all.

Thank you so much - still learning the "ropes"
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