I need to replace my 1973 Catalina 22 mast step. I would like to purchase a new one if they are not too expensive or a used one.
I understand that there is a Catalina Parts Store but I am extremely new to this site (10 minutes) and have not yet discovered the store. So, I am asking for help and advice.
Thank you,
Steve E. Bryant
PLEASE NOTE THE ATTACHED PICTURES:
By way of the attached picture, you see that my mast is SET into the mast step with "tabs" on either side rather than by the use of a "bolt." You can see in the picture that my existing (broken) mast step has a type of slide locking configuration which accommodates the tabs on either side of the mast.
You can also see that my existing mast step is "broken." I don't find a mast step listed as available from Catalina Direct that will accommodate my particular mast with its side tabs.
Is is possible that my mast is not a Catalina 22 mast and then will necessarily require a mast step of unknown origin? If so, do you recognize where I might find a mast step that will fit. The two (2) bolt pattern on my existing mast step appears to be exactly like the bolt pattern on the new mast steps available from Catalina Direct. Is is possible that the only way for me to correct my problem is to order one of the new stainless mast steps and then cut it out so that I will be able to slide the mast onto it and thereby raise the mast on the "modified" stainless steel mast step?
which secures the my mast step to the deck looks like the same pattern as that of the "new" Catalina 22 mast steps offered on Catalina Direct.
I don't really know what to do as I don't want to purchase a new mast.
Do you have any suggestions, please?
Thank you,
Steve