[Public-List] Mast cross bolt

[George Dinwiddie]

Bill Newman wrote:
> I would be interested in some opinions regarding whether to use the
> cross bolt to hold the mast on to the step or not.  I realize that if
> the mast were ever to go over the side it is  less likely to do
> catostrophic damage to the boat if the bolt is out.  However, the
> male piece on the step that goes into the bottom of the mast  has
> alwas seemed to be a little short and I always wonder if under some
> extreme conditions it could jump off the step.  Any opinions will be
> appreciated.

I doubt if either of those are serious concerns.  I'm not aware of the 
design reasons it was placed there in the first place, but it hasn't 
been a problem and I've left it there.  It also makes a great place to 
mount a bail for the vang.

  - George

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