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Old 06-03-2013, 22:24   #1
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Furling Mast / Mast Steps
Is it safe to fit mast steps on an in-mast furling mast?
Obvious concern is snagging / chaffing from rivets...
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Old 06-03-2013, 22:31   #2
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Re: Furling Mast / Mast Steps
What does the inside of your mast look like?

If this....you should be OK as long SAS you screw or rivet on the correct side...see photo
http://www.sparcraft.com/uk/products...4.jpg?80329,73
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Old 06-03-2013, 23:45   #3
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Thank you. I will check but if that is the cross section then I am in the clear! Happy days!
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I just removed the lowest mast step in my Selden in mast furler. The foot of the sail was chafing on the rivet.
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