Whatever is supporting the mast step on my 1980 C&C36 project boat has sunk by 1/2 to 1.0 inch, and the mast is pulling down on the cabin top. There is no visible sign of rot in the wood and fibreglass cross members at either end, and I am planning to attempt to put an aluminum plate shim underneath. The step box is constructed of anodized aluminum about a half an inch thick, and the bottom plate extends forward forming a shelf through which 2 bolts or lag screws hold it in place. There are no other visible mechanical fasteners. Judging from all the talk over the years about mast steps, I am guessing that someone on the list has removed a similar box on a similar if not identical boat. What did you find? Were there other fasteners? Was the fibreglass holding it down? Any issues getting it loose? What is underneath that not obvious? I am hoping to do this without unstepping the mast, but just jacking it up a bit.
Thanks, Steve Thomas C&C 36 Merritt Island, FL _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
