[quote=CatFan57][quote=car_guy]Once I got home and flipped the mast over I see there’s a huge dent and kink about 4’ from bottom of mast. The luff track isn’t compromised but the dent is significant, I think the mast may work as is but I’ll be sailing with children and won’t accept taking any risks.[/quote]
I've seen these dents that occur when a mast is dropped or takes a hit with something along the luff track, which seems like a delicate area and a pretty common place for damage. I recently saw this on a boat for sale. The dents made the sides of the track appear somewhat pinched together, and you get concerned that the bolt rope won't slide easily up and down.
Does anyone know if there's a recognized way to try to reduce this damage on aluminum masts, so the bolt rope flows freely and the mast doesn't have to be junked?<!-- editby --><em>Edited by CatFan57 on May 04, 2023 - 09:46 AM.</em><!-- end editby --> [/quote]
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