Has anyone used G10 to create their own mast step for a keel stepped mast to avoid corrosion and deterioration of the factory cast aluminum step?
Would the compression of the mast on a flat sheet of G10 with a raised center wear G10 through vibration? From what I've read is that G10 should be up to the task of compression, and the raised center of the step could be bolted/epoxied in.
I know the obvious question would to possibly ask a rigger.
I've seen some posts on other site where someone will also shorten their mast and raise the step to get it out of the bilge water and any standing water that may come down the mast. Any suggestions would be welcomed.
Advantages are obvious to lesson corrosion of the step and end of the mast. Many older mast steps are becoming no longer available and might also be the only solution.
Would the compression of the mast on a flat sheet of G10 with a raised center wear G10 through vibration? From what I've read is that G10 should be up to the task of compression, and the raised center of the step could be bolted/epoxied in.
I know the obvious question would to possibly ask a rigger.
I've seen some posts on other site where someone will also shorten their mast and raise the step to get it out of the bilge water and any standing water that may come down the mast. Any suggestions would be welcomed.
Advantages are obvious to lesson corrosion of the step and end of the mast. Many older mast steps are becoming no longer available and might also be the only solution.