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Mast removal procedure

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Eddy:
Hi, I need to unstep my mast. I've looked on the site and have found multiple write ups on fixing the mast step issue but none that detail the actual removal of the mast. If someone could provide information on the procedure that would be great. I'm having the yard at the marina remove it but I'm sure there are some things I should do prior to removal. Thanks in advance.

Dolce_Vita:
I took mine out last fall for a complete rebuild.  Here's what you need to do.

1) Remove the sails and boom.
2) Mark the position of all turnbuckles with different colored vinyl tape
3) Disconnect all the wiring at the base of the mast.  It can be accessed under the lift-out storage bin nearest the mast. 
4) The day of the removal, loosen all the turnbuckles, and remove the mast boot (or cut away the tape if it's sealed that way)

The wires at the mast base should all be terminated on terminal strips with screws, or with connectors in the case of the VHF.  If any of the wire goes elsewhere in the boat directly, be prepared to cut them in the region under the bin.  Later, you'll need to install lugs and/or connectors, and a terminal strip on the bulkhead there.

Eddy:
Thank you for the info and pics. Did you need to number the mast wedges and their location so upon reinstall it goes back the same way it came out?

Dolce_Vita:

--- Quote from: Eddy on June 03, 2013, 04:40:09 PM ---... Did you need to number the mast wedges and their location so upon reinstall it goes back the same way it came out?

--- End quote ---

I didn't, as they all looked the same, and the yard riggers didn't particularly keep them in order as they pulled them.

Of course, I don't have the mast back on the boat yet!  These things always cost twice as much and take 5 times longer than planned! ;)
But I'm getting close.  Hopefully this Friday.

Eddy:
So true on the time and cost factor! I am also looking to convert to internal halyards to free up an extra sheave fore and aft. Are you going to go back with the wedges or use something like the spartite urethane?

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