well my messenger broke and the pendant is jammed about 3 inches or so above the cabin floor. I have a come-a-long pulling on it but it won't release. I need to know what the tube is made of so I can cut into it and repair the cut. boat is jacked up on the trailer and I don't want to make too many trips inside. It is cribbed safely and doesn't wobble back and forth but I don't want to put my weight topside and shift the center of gravity too many times. Is the tube plastic that is epoxy compatible or is it metal or what. thanx, gene