Mast stepped (tabernacle) on '77 C30

[AXEL]

Took the mast down over the weekend. Getting ready for haul out and winter layup.

 

[Rob19574]

Impressive set-up you have going there.

 

[AXEL]

Thanks, works like a charm. Saves me $500/yr doing it myself.

 

[AXEL]

She spends her winter in the driveway.

 

[jimmcgee]

Thanks, works like a charm. Saves me $500/yr doing it myself.

Nicely done!

Is the mast base something custom with a hinge?

How many guys do you need to get her down and secured?

 

[AXEL]

I had a custom tabernacle hinge made up based on the classic design. The only help I have is the wife.

 

[AXEL]

This part of the rig is critical. Once the mast is down it will rest on this. I use the winch mounted on it to crank the mast back over the boat.

 

[jimmcgee]

Is it difficult to keep the mast centered as she comes down?

 

[AXEL]

I have cables attached to each side of the boom that keep it straight. No problem at all, it comes down straight as an arrow right over the bow support. I also leave the upper (loosened) and lower stays attached as well. It takes less than a minute for it to come down. Usually about 2 - 3 minutes to crank it up (I'm getting old).

 

[alexco38]

keel step

Did that with a Macgregor for many years. Unfortunately I have a keel step boat now. No can do !