Keel-stepped

The deck ring system for keel-steppedmasts has a multi-purpose design. The forward composite wedge with rub- ber chocking is removed while bringing the mast through the deck ring. When refitted and tightened it slides down/aft and secures the mast.The tie rod system has four fixed settings, each with plenty of stroke for adjustment.The T-base for keel-stepped masts can beadjusted longitudinally (fore-and-aft) with the mast still in place. Just ease off the rigging and turn the adjusting screw of the T-base until the required prebend and rake are achieved. The underside of the heel plug is convex,in order to allow rake without subjecting the mast section to point loading.

Tie rods with four fixed settings – plenty of leeway for adjustment. Remove the wedge.Step the mast and replace the wedge.Secure the mast by tightening the nuton the wedge. Contoured rubber chockings for perfect fit. Adjustable T-base. Adjusts easily with mast still in place. Convex underside of heel plug – distributes com-pression loadon the mast section.

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