mast step repair

Greetings I recently bought an albin vega 27 from 1973 with a proctor mast I have the same problem with corrosion in the beginning of the mast like many others I ve read many posts about that but im still confused of how to repair it Should i cut it or not? And if i cut it what is the best...

So I removed my mast step to attempt to release the table weight as it has rusted to the inside of the tube (great engineering there, steel weight on a boat). I have poured in enough anti-seize to empty 2 cans on both the top and bottom of the weight and let it soak for 2 weeks. I have hit it...

hello everyone I'm new to this site so here goes I've rebuilt a1979 s28.0c gutted her painted the inside did all the wood work new beta engine new sails Bimini hell almost everything lol but I love it did it all my self with help from friends. Anyhow I've found an issuer I think.. was turning...

I'm returning a '77 Widgeon to seaworthiness as the first step in a long-term restoration. After inspecting the mast step, I found some play in the raised platform (~4-6" off the keel/hull?) that supports the mast socket. I'm wondering if anyone has repaired/replaced this area of a Widgeon...

I am planning on replacing my rotten mast step and the core in the deck around it on a 78 Hunter 30'. Does anyone know if the rounded "T" shape of the raised step has structural importance? Could the deck be smooth here? It would loose about .5 of height, adding slack to my stays. I am also...

All, have any of you repaired the mast support below the deck of the subject boat? Mine has apparently rotted out and before I start tearing the boat apart I could use some advice/ pictures about this condition. Thanks! Jack