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Old 12-18-2005, 05:03 PM
TomP TomP is offline
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Originally Posted by Brion Toss
Hello,
Am I forgetting something?
The one thing I might add would be the installation of conduit on the mast. Depending on the amount of electrics and electronics, I would recommend at the very least a 3/4 piping if not a 1" with messengers to be sure.
As Brion noted, you are extremely fortunate to have a freshwater mast.
As far as Awlgrip versus anondizing...to re-anodize a mast that legnth would be horribly cost prohibitive. Follow Brion's lead with isolation and paint. Awlgrip might just be a practical path, but research other paints. I have seen wonderful results with less expense from other paint companies. Look into automobile finishes...

Tom

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