Unstepping Mast on Hunter 27-2

Jun 14, 2015
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Hunter Hunter 27_89-94 Belleville, ON
I have a 1990 Hunter 27-2 and will be removing the mast for the first time. Can anyone tell me if I can simply lift from underneath the spreaders or is the balance point of the mast above that? If I do put the noose under the spreaders any idea how much down force I may need to keep the mast from turtling on me?
I'll be using a mast crane at my local club.
Any advice is appreciated.
Mark