[quote=PDS624]this is a lot easier than it first seams. the masts should be similar enough in diameter and shape so drill out the 3 rivets (3/16 bit and stainless steel rivets most likely) that hold the mast bases on and you can swap them out no problem. put the hobie base on the prindle mast and you will never have to turn your mast 90 sideways to raise and lower it again. since boat width is the same, check where th wires hook to the mast, should be close to the same and boat width being the same (8ft) your existing side stays MIGHT fit. You can also take the mast tang off you other mast and attach it to the same height of the other mast so your existing wires work. might need to adjust or replace your forestay especially if you have a furler but other than that, it should be a piece of cake :)
oh yeah, be sure to tip your mast up while the base is off so you dont have to listen to crap rattling around inside any more when raised and lowered LOL and get some 5200 to seal up the base again. Don't go getting any crazy ideas about putting foam or anything else in there either...[/quote]
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