[C320-list] In- mast masts

[Jeff Hare]

I wouldn't do that.  You have to drill the holes anyway. Tapping threads is very easy. 

They would have to be drilled out to remove the track, not that you would want to.  They probably aren't as strong in the sheer direction so I'd bet the track would loosen up with use. 

Its really simple to drill and tap. Just buy a decent tap and the proper matching drill bit, use some light oil when tapping the threads and you're good to go.  Again, its remarkably easy. 

As the OP said, use Tef-Gel on the SS screws to prevent corrosion. 

-jeffhare
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 Do you think aluminum pop rivets would work instead of screws

 


 

 

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I have attached a track to the front of my mast without difficulty. Drill
only as deep as needed to hole the mast using a drill stop on the bit. With
stainless into aluminum apply some Lanacoat to the screws and a little
Locktite for false security, as I expect the former defeated the latter. 

Three years in and all has been well.

Brian Amirault 
2001 797 Waltzing Bear, too