How to drop deck stepped mast. Hull#9

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Capes

I sure hope someone can give me some information on how to drop this deck stepmast she's an early girl and I can't get under the bridge getting to my home I am mechanical I believe I can do it with a couple friends just want some input, thanks
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Dave Spencer

There are lots of videos on YouTube and other information on the web about unstepping a mast. This one is pretty good. 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHubEn13i_o

I hope you're not thinking you can unstep the mast without a crane or gin pole.  This is possible on many small trailerable sailboats but would be a highly dangerous disaster on a C34.
Dave Spencer
C34 #1279  "Good Idea"
Mk 1.5, Std Rig, Wing Keel, M35A Engine
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People - London, Ontario

Paulus

If you succeed in the first step, make sure that you have a cradle to place the mast on top of the boat.  At least 3 supports.
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